Steam's Final May Sale Is Live — Ends June 1
The last Steam Weeklong Sale of May 2026 is underway, running from May 25 through June 1 with over 4,000 games discounted up to 95% off. This week features standout deals on beloved CRPGs, horror adventures, and indie darlings — including the definitive edition of one of the greatest RPGs ever made at a jaw-dropping price.
On top of the main Weeklong Sale, two publisher sales are running concurrently:
- ▶Hooded Horse May Sale — strategy and city builders through June 9
- ▶Frontier Developments May Sale — simulation games through June 4
This is arguably the biggest value week on Steam ahead of the summer sale season. Here's what's worth buying right now.
Steam Weeklong Deals end June 1 at 10:00 AM Pacific Time. Wishlist items with discounts will send you an automatic notification — check yours now.
Sale Overview
| Sale | Dates | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Steam Weeklong Deals | May 25 – June 1 | 4,000+ titles, up to 95% off |
| Hooded Horse May Sale | May 26 – June 9 | Strategy, city-builders |
| Frontier May Sale | May 21 – June 4 | Simulation, strategy, up to 90% off |
Top Picks This Week
Divinity: Original Sin 2 — Definitive Edition
Larian Studios' masterpiece is one of the finest CRPGs ever made, and it's available right now for a fraction of its regular price.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Regular Price | $44.99 |
| Sale Price | ~$11.24 (~75% off) |
| Metacritic Score | 93 |
| Co-op | Up to 4 players |
| Playtime | 80–150+ hours |
Every system in Divinity 2 rewards intelligent play — elemental combos, surface interactions, tactical positioning, and a story that respects your choices. If you've been on the fence, $11 for 100+ hours of CRPG excellence is an unmissable deal.
The Midnight Walk
The acclaimed 2025 dark fantasy adventure is 40% off, and it supports VR as well as standard monitor play.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Regular Price | $29.99 |
| Sale Price | $17.99 (40% off) |
| Metacritic Score | 79 |
| VR Support | Yes (also playable without) |
You play as The Burnt One navigating a nightmarish, clay-formed world alongside your lantern companion Potboy, avoiding monsters and solving environmental puzzles. The handcrafted claymation aesthetic is unlike anything else in gaming.
Divinity: Original Sin — Enhanced Edition
A chance to play the series from the beginning at an absurd price.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Regular Price | $39.99 |
| Sale Price | $3.99 (90% off) |
For $3.99, you get a complete, acclaimed CRPG that laid the groundwork for Divinity 2. Whether you want to experience the full Larian arc before Baldur's Gate 3, or simply want a great RPG for near-zero cost, this is it.
Corpse Party
The classic horror adventure series is on deep discount this week.
| Title | Sale Price | Discount |
|---|---|---|
| Corpse Party | $4.49 | 70% off |
| Corpse Party (2021 version) | Discounted | Check Steam |
The Heavenly Host Elementary School is waiting. Atmospheric, story-driven horror that earns its scares through dread rather than jump scares. $4.49 is a no-brainer entry price.
Hooded Horse May Sale — Strategy Specialists
Hooded Horse publishes some of the best strategy games of recent years. Their May sale runs through June 9.
| Game | Sale Price | Discount | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cataclismo | $14.99 | 50% | Build impenetrable fortresses, defend against nightly hordes |
| 9 Kings | $8.99 | 55% | Roguelike city-builder deckbuilder (Early Access) |
| Breachway | $9.99 | 50% | Deckbuilding spaceship tactics (Early Access) |
| Against the Storm | Discounted | — | Roguelike city-builder — essential |
| Manor Lords | Discounted | — | Medieval village management |
| Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic | Discounted | — | Deep factory/city simulation |
Cataclismo is this sale's hidden gem — fortress construction combined with survival defense against relentless monster hordes. Think Bloons meets real architecture. At $14.99 it's excellent value.
Frontier Developments May Sale — Up to 90% Off
Frontier's deep catalog of simulation games is seeing some of its steepest-ever discounts.
| Game | Discount | Sale Price |
|---|---|---|
| Warhammer 40k: Chaos Gate — Daemonhunters | 90% | $4.49 |
| Planet Coaster 2 | 55% | $22.49 |
| Planet Zoo (base game) | 70% | $13.49 |
| Planet Zoo Animal Packs | 50% | Various |
| Jurassic World Evolution Deluxe | Discounted | — |
Chaos Gate — Daemonhunters at $4.49 is the stand-out steal: a turn-based tactical RPG commanding Grey Knights against Chaos forces, with strong XCOM vibes and one of the best Warhammer 40k adaptations. At 90% off it's essentially free.
Full Value Breakdown at a Glance
| Category | Best Pick | Sale Price |
|---|---|---|
| CRPG (must-buy) | Divinity: Original Sin 2 | ~$11.24 |
| CRPG (budget) | Divinity: Original Sin Enhanced | $3.99 |
| Horror | Corpse Party | $4.49 |
| Dark Adventure | The Midnight Walk | $17.99 |
| Strategy (defense) | Cataclismo | $14.99 |
| Strategy (deckbuilder) | 9 Kings | $8.99 |
| Tactical RPG | Warhammer 40k: Chaos Gate | $4.49 |
| Theme Park | Planet Coaster 2 | $22.49 |
Community Reactions
""Divinity 2 at $11 is a crime against AAA publishers. Larian built a 100-hour CRPG masterpiece and it costs less than a fast food meal now." — Reddit r/patientgamers
""If you haven't played The Midnight Walk yet, the 40% sale is a solid entry point. The claymation art style is unlike anything else and it has actual VR support." — Reddit r/PSVR
""Chaos Gate Daemonhunters at 90% off is genuinely one of the best Warhammer games and it barely gets talked about. Grab it." — Reddit r/Warhammer40k
Before You Buy
Steam refund policy reminder: You have 2 hours of playtime and 14 days after purchase to request a refund. For longer games like Divinity 2, make sure your PC meets the system requirements before diving in — the early hours may not fully represent the game's demands.
Check Steam Deck compatibility ratings if you plan to play on handheld. Divinity 2 is Verified on Steam Deck; The Midnight Walk is Playable.
Sale ends:
- ▶Steam Weeklong: June 1
- ▶Hooded Horse: June 9
- ▶Frontier: June 4