If you are wondering when the next Steam Sale will take place, here is an overview for the year 2023. In this article, you can check when major sales like “Black Friday” or events occur, when the Steam offers end, and what types of Steam events there actually are.
Steam regularly hosts large special promotions where you can get games at a discount. We have compiled an overview of all Steam Sales and Events taking place this year. We will regularly update this list for you.
All Steam Sales, Promotions, and Events in 2023
Here you can see what Steam promotions and events to look forward to this year and when they start and end. The major seasonal discount campaigns are highlighted for you in bold:
Mystery Festival: 20. – 27. FebruarySpring Promotion: 16. – 23. MarchPuzzle Festival: 24. April – 1. MaySports Festival: 15. – 22. MayGame Preview: 19. – 26. June- Summer Promotion: 29. – 13. July
- Puzzle Games Festival: 24. – 31. July
- Visual Novels Festival: 7. – 14. August
- Strategy Festival: 28. August – 4. September
- SHMUP Festival: 25. September – 2. October
- Game Preview: 9. – 16. October
- Steam Scream Festival (Halloween): 26. October – 2. November
- Autumn Promotion: 21. – 28. November (On November 24 is Black Friday)
- Winter Promotion: 21. December – 4. January
The Differences Between Promotions and Events
There are three different types of Steam promotions. We distinguish between:
- Seasonal Promotions
- Themed Promotions and Events
- Game Previews
What are Seasonal Promotions? Seasonal discount campaigns occur four times a year for the various seasons. All previously released games on the platform can participate in the event with discounts.
What are Themed Promotions and Events? Here, a specific category or genre of games is in focus. Accordingly, only games that fit into the scheme can participate. Often, there are also decent discounts here.
What are Game Previews? This event takes place three times a year. Here, players can test new demos, interact with developers, and watch livestreams. The game previews offer you the opportunity to learn more about upcoming games on Steam.
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