That's the best price you can grab on this DICE-deck-building roguelike by $16 today. Snag it fast — this deal is available for one day only! Shop Now at Epic Games Store
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Prime members can snag this game for completely free today, whereas you'd have to pay the full $20 list price elsewhere. Shop Now at Amazon
Grab this ridiculous and humor-driven action-RPG game for free for the next couple of days. You'd only have to pay about a buck and a half elsewhere today, but hey, a free game is a free game! Shop Now at GOG
Prime members can snag this fast-paced third-person shooter with rogue-lite elements for free, whereas you'd have to pay at least $12 to snag it anywhere else today. Shop Now at Amazon
Prime members have access to several free PC games for Prime Gaming, Amazon Luna, GOG.com, Epic Games, and more. We've pictured The Outer Worlds for Windows (GOG), which would cost around $10 at GOG.com. Shop Now at Amazon
Steam is giving us one last chance this year (and slightly into next year, if we're being particular here, I suppose) to clear out our wishlists! There are currently over 1,800 titles on sale, though more are apparently being added, since the sale just started — so make sure to keep checking back! Shop Now at Steam
It would cost you $12 to snag this third-person action adventure game elsewhere today. Shop Now at Amazon
Prime members can snatch up this single-player, first-person sci-fi RPG for free, the best price we could find anywhere else by $26. Shop Now at Amazon
Snag this massively multiplayer space epic for a full $16 less than you'd have to pay elsewhere today. Shop Now at Amazon
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That's a savings of at least $3 off what you'd pay elsewhere for this real-time strategy game today. (Of note, this particular version only supports single player mode and not online multiplayer.) Shop Now at Amazon
You'd have to pay the full list price of $15 to snag this platformer elsewhere today. Shop Now at Amazon
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That's the lowest price you'd pay for this narrative-driven, horror fishing sim and indie darling (no really, it won Best Indie Game at the 2023 IGN Game Awards and has over 15 other nominations across award shows to its name) by around $12 elsewhere today. Shop Now at Amazon
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Can you keep Jurassic Park running safely, securely, and without the whole... 'dinosaurs running free and attacking people' issue? Find out in this spin on the classic park ownership simulator, which would cost you over $36 to snag anywhere else today. Shop Now at Amazon
Not only can you snag deep discounts on nearly 3,200 titles, but Epic Games has also boosted their rewards system during this sale from 5% back to 10% back on all purchases. The time to clear out those wishlists is now, gamers! Shop Now at Epic Games Store
PC Games: The Basics
Do you prefer a mouse and keyboard to a controller? Then you’ve found the right category. The resident experts here at DealNews have scoured the internet to bring you the best deals on computer games — new releases and classics alike. Below, you’ll find buying advice and resources, so you can take a deep dive into your game’s story instead of spending hours doing research.
Why Choose PC Over Consoles?
Consoles are often what first comes to mind when thinking of gaming, but PC games come with four key benefits:
Gaming PCs boast better performance. Gaming PCs usually include hardware that can outperform a console. That means PC games can deliver higher graphics levels and frame rates , leading to smoother, more visually appealing gameplay.
PC games have downloadable mods. If your gameplay is getting a bit stale, or if you’d just like to customize your experience, then you’re probably better off with a PC. Select PC games have thriving online communities where other players have changed any and all aspects of the game, including custom skins and whole new storylines.
Playing games on PC can be more comfortable. Gamer’s Thumb is a real issue! A keyboard and mouse is more comfortable for some players than a controller, especially for longer gaming sessions. Even if you find yourself missing your joystick, many PC games support controller use.
PC games see better discounts. Online digital retailers such as Steam, Epic Games, and more offer near constant sales to compete with each other. Snagging a discount on PC titles has never been easier.
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The right peripherals will enhance your PC gaming experience. Look no further than these category pages, wherein our content team has sussed out the best deals to keep you playing.
PC Gaming By The Numbers
- By 2021, the PC gaming market is expected to be worth over $45 billion.
- As of February 2019, The Sims 3 is the best selling PC game of all time worldwide.
- Surveys from the 2019 Game Developers Conference showed that 66% of developers were working on games for PC release, as opposed to console or mobile.
- Steam ranks Counter-Strike: Global Offensive as its top-played game by both current and peak daily player counts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy a gaming laptop or a desktop computer?
There are many factors to consider when deciding what setup suits you best.
- How much space do you have? Do you need portability?
Whether you’re toting your gear to a LAN party, making a daily commute into an office, or simply moving to a more comfortable seat in your own living space, the ability to carry a laptop with you is beneficial.
Even the smallest of desktop PCs will require a monitor and other peripherals — those are not travel-friendly. If you have the room for a dedicated office or gaming space, a desktop setup might suit your needs better.
- What is your budget?
Building your own gaming desktop not only allows you to completely customize every aspect of your rig , but the price can also be significantly below that of pre-built systems. Whether factory-built or cobbled together, a desktop PC is often cheaper than a gaming laptop… at first. Your desktop may ultimately require additional accessories, such as a monitor or speakers, which can drive up the final price.
- Do you want to upgrade components in the future?
A gaming PC with all the bells and whistles can be a hefty investment. Having the ability to customize and upgrade your machine over time can save you time and money down the line. And desktops absolutely win out over laptops in terms of replaceable components.
For example, many laptops feature an integrated graphics card , meaning a GPU built into the processor; that’s not replaceable. If you’re settled on a laptop, keep an eye out for a discrete graphics card in the specs — this means the GPU is its own separate entity and could therefore be exchanged.
How can I tell if my PC will run a certain game?
The site where you purchased your game should list the recommended minimum system requirements needed for the game to run. If you need more information, sites like Can You Run It? and PC Game Benchmark are handy resources for checking your setup against specific games.
Brittany has been working at DealNews since 2013; she started out on the coupons team, and now navigates the waters of deal writing. As a member of the Content team, she spends most of her time sussing out whether stores are actually offering a good sale, as well as being a stickler for all things grammar and formatting. She spends most of her free time at home entertaining her small shih tzu puppy, testing new recipes, and traveling other worlds via video games and novels.