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The best games to buy during the Steam Winter Sale 2023

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The Steam Winter Sale will be running from December 21, 2023 to January 4, 2024. If you're looking to add a few games to your collection, we've got more than forty suggestions! From JRPGs to co-op games, here are the discounted games you should buy during the lastest Steam sale.
[List written by TapTap editor Ndi]

Persona 5 Royal

9.8

0 Want

Dating SimTurn-Based StrategyDetectiveJRPG

Looking for a way to stay busy over winter break? This massive JRPG has a fantastic story, a terrific cast of characters, and 100+ hours of content.

Planet Zoo

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Animal lovers should definitely pick up Planet Zoo, the ultimate zoo simulator. The base game is packed with creatures, but if you want a little more variety, the expansions are on sale too.

Sun Haven

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Pixel GraphicsDating SimAgricultureMining

Need an alternative to Stardew Valley? Sun Haven is an old-school farming game filled with fantasy creatures, magic, and more.

Resident Evil 4 Global

8.7

0 Want

CinematicGoreDarkPsychological Horror

The Resident Evil 4 remake just came out on mobile, but if you'd rather play on PC, now's the time to pick it up. It's a bonafide classic, and the remake is the definitive version of this survival horror game.

Party Animals

8.3

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Party GameCompetitiveCartoonTeam-Based

The holidays are a time of togetherness, so why not pick up an awesome party game? Party Animals is absolutely adorable, and it's filled with multiplayer mayhem.

Celeste

9.7

0 Want

Pixel GraphicsRetroSide ScrollerDifficult

This platformer is famous for its tough-as-nails gameplay, but what really makes it special is its touching story. This game is also a part of the Female Platforming Heroes bundle which includes games like Wavetale and Evergate.

Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout

0 Want

If you want to get into the Atelier series, the first Ryza game is the perfect place to start. This alchemy RPG has fantastic anime visuals and an amazing crafting system.

Townscaper

8.7

0 Want

CasualArcadeSimulation

Townscaper feels less like a game and more like a building sandbox, but it's unbelievably satisfying to play around with. It's the ideal way to relax and unwind after a long, stressful day.

Valheim

9.3

0 Want

Set in a world inspired by Norse mythology, Valheim is an intense open world survival game. It can get pretty brutal at times, but since it has online co-op, you can always get some help from a friend.

DAVE THE DIVER

9.5

0 Want

Pixel GraphicsUnderwaterAgricultureAction

Mix restaurant management with deep sea diving, and you've got Dave the Diver! This title has beautiful pixel art and a ridiculously addictive gameplay loop.

PARANORMASIGHT: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo

0 Want

RetroText-BasedWell-WrittenJRPG

In the mood to get scared? Paranormasight is a fantastic horror mystery game with some truly bone-chilling scenes.

Loop Hero

8.5

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Pixel GraphicsStrategyRoguelikeRPG

The premise of Loop Hero is simple: you're a hero walking through an endless loop. Part auto-battler, part deck-builder, this is one most addictive roguelikes you'll ever play.

Street Fighter™ 6

8.5

0 Want

CompetitiveSandboxAction RPGAction

If you want to pick up a new fighting game, you can't go wrong with Street Fighter 6. It's a perfect evolution of the Street Fighter series, and its three game modes offer tons of variety.

Cult of the Lamb

7.8

0 Want

FaithColony SimDungeon CrawlerAction Roguelike

Cult of the Lamb is a roguelite basebuilder that's truly one of a kind. In this adorably dark game, you'll recruit followers and build an army of devoted cultists.

NieR:Automata™

9.9

0 Want

Post-apocalypticRobotsCharacter Action GameSci-fi

Nier: Automata is one of the greatest games ever made, and if you haven't played it yet, this sale is a sign to check it out. Its prequel, Nier Replicant, is on sale too.

Outer Wilds

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Adventure

If you were disappointed by Starfield and are still looking for a way to scratch your space exploration itch, try Outer Wilds. It's packed with strange planets and has some truly amazing lore.

FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE

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The next episode of the Final Fantasy VII remake comes out in early 2024, so if you haven't played the first part yet, now is the time! This bundle includes both Final Fantasy Remake and the Yuffie DLC.

Cobalt Core

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BoardStrategyRPGPuzzle

If you like Slay the Spire and other roguelite deck--builders, make sure you take a look at Cobalt Core! It's got an amazing soundtrack, cute and colorful art, and a really satisfying gameplay loop.

Shadows of Doubt

7.7

0 Want

Looking for a game with meaningful choices? This procedurally-generated detective game offers tons of freedom and delivers a unique experience every time.

Ooblets

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AgricultureFarming SimTurn-Based StrategyTurn-based

It's got monsters, farming, and dance battles. What more could you ask for? Ooblets is a cozy collection game that'll put a smile on your face.

MONSTER HUNTER RISE

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DragonsAction RPGActionHunting

There's nothing like the feeling of hunting down fearsome beasts in a Monster Hunter game, and Rise is one of the best titles in the series. Playing this is a great way to tide yourself over while you wait for Monster Hunter Wilds!

OCTOPATH TRAVELER II

8.0

0 Want

Pixel GraphicsStrategyTurn-basedJRPG

Don't worry if you haven't played the first Octopath Traveler. Octopath Traveler II is a standalone title, and it also happens to be one of the best RPGs of the year.

DREDGE

8.4

0 Want

ActionRPGAdventureSimulation

This fishing adventure game combines cozy gameplay with Lovecraftian horror, and it's actually a pretty great mix. Dredge feels like two games in one, which is why it's a great title to pick up in the sale.

OMORI

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Pixel GraphicsPsychological HorrorTurn-basedJRPG

If you're a fan of Undertale or Earthbound, but you haven't played Omori yet, now is the time to grab it! It's an unforgettable RPG with a story that will bring you to tears.

Cyberpunk 2077

9.1

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Sci-fiRPGOpen WorldCyberpunk

Cyberpunk 2077 got off to a rocky start, but it's steadily improved since its release, and it's become an amazing open-world RPG. If you already have the base game, the Phantom Liberty Expansion is on sale too.

Coromon Global

9.2

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Pixel GraphicsRetroDifficultStrategy

You won't find Pokémon on Steam, but you will find Coromon, a monster taming game inspired by older Pokémon titles. It has more than 100 creatures, and you'll want to catch 'em all.

REMNANT II®

9.5

0 Want

Action RPGActionSouls-likeOnline Co-Op

Want to grab a souls-like in the Steam sale? Remnant II has pulse-pounding battles and offers both solo and co-op gameplay.

Littlewood

0 Want

Lots of games are about saving the world, but in this city builder, it's already been saved. Now, you can relax, rebuild, and make lots of new friends.

Inscryption

8.7

0 Want

The less you know about Incryption before you play, the better. This is a bizarre deck-builder that you won't be able to forget.

Killer Frequency

9.6

0 Want

Editors' Choice

Killer Frequency flew under the radar, but this simulation is one of the best games that came out in 2023. Now that it's on sale, you should take a chance and check it out.

Sea of Stars

9.8

0 Want

RPGAdventureEditors' Choice

This amazing RPG made it onto TapTap's Game of the Year list, and now that it's on sale, you should add it to your own collection. You'll love the beautiful pixel art, heartwarming story, and strategic turn-based battles.

Monster Sanctuary

0 Want

Turn-Based TacticsPixel GraphicsMetroidvaniaSide Scroller

What if Pokémon was a metroidvania? This side-scrolling creature collector is the perfect mix of genres, and that makes it stand out from the crowd.

Mortal Kombat™ 1

8.9

0 Want

Fighting

Mortal Kombat is back, and it's better than ever. The visuals are incredible, the fatalities are more gruesome than ever, and the single-player campaign is very solid.

Fall of Porcupine

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HealingAdventureStory Rich

If you like story-driven adventure games like Night in the Woods, take a chance on Fall of Porcupine. Make sure you play the demo too; it's a prequel to the main game.

CODE VEIN

8.5

0 Want

Take a souls-like, add a heavy helping of anime, and you've got Code Vein. This is an action RPG you can really sink your teeth into.

Strange Horticulture

0 Want

Point & ClickAdventurePuzzleStory Rich

Do you love solving puzzles? Strange Horticulture combines botany and the occult to create some truly mysterious brain teasers.

Hades

9.9

0 Want

Dungeon CrawlerDifficultAction RPGAction Roguelike

If you haven't played Hades yet, what are you waiting for? The sequel to this roguelite is coming soon, so this is a great time to give the original a try.

Spiritfarer®: Farewell Edition

0 Want

Spiritfarer is a cozy, heart-wrenching game about dealing with death. The Farewell edition includes the base game and all three of its major content updates.

Cassette Beasts

9.0

0 Want

Cassette Beasts is a monster collecting game that doesn't feel like a Pokémon. It's an isekai that transports you to a world inspired by the 1980s.

Deep Rock Galactic

0 Want

DarkSci-fiSurvivalAction Roguelike

Deep Rock Galactic is a fantastic co-op FPS that supports up to four players. Since it's super cheap right now, you can pick up a copy for all your friends!