One Day Left — Spike Chunsoft Mid-Year Sale Closes June 11
The Spike Chunsoft Mid-Year Sale 2026 ends tomorrow, June 11. If you've been sitting on any of their catalog, today is your last day.
The highlights: STEINS;GATE at 70% off ($8.99), Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc at 50% off ($9.99), and AI: The Somnium Files at a historic low. Over 128 titles are discounted, covering nearly the full Spike Chunsoft catalog.
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Full Discount Table
| Game | Regular Price | Sale Price | Discount | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STEINS;GATE | $29.99 | $8.99 | -70% | Metacritic 87 |
| STEINS;GATE 0 | $29.99 | Discounted | — | Post-true-ending story |
| Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc | $19.99 | $9.99 | -50% | Metacritic 82 |
| Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair | $19.99 | $9.99 | -50% | |
| Danganronpa V3: Killing Harmony | $29.99 | Discounted | -70% | |
| AI: The Somnium Files | $39.99 | Historic low | — | |
| AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES – nirvanA Initiative | $39.99 | Historic low | — | |
| Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE Plus | $39.99 | Up to -50% | — | |
| Natsu-Mon: 20th Century Summer Kid | $29.99 | Up to -50% | — | |
| Shiren the Wanderer: Mystery Dungeon | $39.99 | Up to -50% | — |
👉 See the full sale page on Steam
STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT — New Route Trailer Just Dropped
① STEINS;GATE — $8.99 (70% Off) ⭐ Top Pick
STEINS;GATE is the 2009 time-travel science fiction visual novel that launched a franchise. Steam reviews are Overwhelmingly Positive at 95% (5,198 reviews). Metacritic score: 87. Famitsu gave it the annual Game of Excellence award in 2009. Kotaku called it "a modern classic."
""An exemplary visual novel with a thrilling premise, memorable characters, and a fantastic true ending that may very well move you to tears." — Destructoid, 8/10
"In the end, Steins;Gate is simply a fantastic visual novel." — Kotaku
The premise: a college student accidentally invents a way to send messages to the past via microwave and soon finds his experiment spiraling into a SERN conspiracy. The story branches based on which phone calls and texts you answer.
Why buy the original now? Spike Chunsoft just revealed STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT — a complete visual overhaul with all-new character art by original designer huke, a fully re-recorded soundtrack by series composer Takeshi Abo, and a brand-new "Gamma Worldline" route never in the original. It launches August 20 on Steam and Xbox, October 29 on Switch 2 and PS5. Playing the original first is the ideal way to prepare.
Edition Comparison:
| Edition | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| STEINS;GATE | $8.99 | Full visual novel (30-50 hours) |
| STEINS;GATE + STEINS;GATE 0 Bundle | Additional 10% off | Both games |
② Danganronpa Series — 50%+ Off
Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc traps 16 high school students in a school run by a murderous bear named Monokuma. To escape, someone must kill a classmate and get away with it during a Class Trial. The trial system — where you fire evidence "truth bullets" at statements to expose lies — is one of the most satisfying gameplay loops in visual novel history.
""A memorable, stylish and effortlessly cool experience." — US Gamer
"It weaves gripping gameplay and storytelling with an off-beat cast in a way that's absolutely to die for." — Polygon
Series Buy Guide:
| Order | Game | Sale Price | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| First | Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc | $9.99 (-50%) | Start here — the perfect entry point |
| Second | Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair | $9.99 (-50%) | Mandatory follow-up |
| Third | Danganronpa V3: Killing Harmony | Discounted (-70%) | New cast, most controversial and most acclaimed |
👉 Buy Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc
👉 Buy Danganronpa V3: Killing Harmony
③ AI: The Somnium Files Series — Historic Lows
AI: The Somnium Files is a cyberpunk mystery game where detective Date investigates murders by diving into suspects' dreams via a cybernetic eye implant. The dream-diving ("Somnium") sequences are short, surreal puzzle environments while the investigation scenes are full visual novel conversations. The tonal balance between genuinely funny humor and gut-punch twists is remarkable.
AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES – nirvanA Initiative takes place six years later with dual protagonists and interlocking timelines — widely regarded as an improvement over an already excellent original.
STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT — Worth a Wishlist Right Now
STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT is not a simple HD upscale. It features:
- ▶Completely redrawn character art by original designer huke
- ▶Fully re-recorded voice lines from the original cast
- ▶Remade soundtrack by Takeshi Abo
- ▶A brand-new Gamma Worldline route not in the original game
| Platform | Release Date | |
|---|---|---|
| Steam / Xbox Series X\ | S | August 20, 2026 |
| Nintendo Switch 2 / PlayStation 5 | October 29, 2026 |
Add to your wishlist now → STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT on Steam
Recommended Buying Order for New Players
| Priority | Game | Price | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 First | STEINS;GATE | $8.99 | Best value in the entire catalog |
| 🥈 Second | Danganronpa 1 + 2 | $19.98 (two at $9.99) | Best mystery gameplay in the genre |
| 🥉 Third | AI: Somnium Files | Historic low | Underrated gem with a distinct voice |
Budget guide:
- ▶Budget pick: STEINS;GATE alone — $8.99
- ▶Mystery fan bundle: STEINS;GATE + Danganronpa 1 — $18.98
- ▶Full haul: All three priorities — easily under $35 at current discounts
Why Not Wait for the Steam Summer Sale?
Steam Summer Sale begins June 25, 2026 — two weeks after this sale ends. STEINS;GATE at 70% ($8.99) is this sale's confirmed price. There's no guarantee the Summer Sale hits the same discount. Grab it now while you know the deal.