Steam Summer Sale 2024 Launches With Massive Discounts and Surprise Demos

Valve has officially kicked off the Steam Summer Sale 2024, and it’s already shaping up to be one of the platform’s most ambitious seasonal events yet. Running from June 27 through July 11, the sale brings sweeping discounts across thousands of titles, along with an exciting lineup of surprise game demos giving players a peek at upcoming releases.

As is tradition, gamers can expect major price cuts on blockbuster titles, indie gems, and everything in between. Early highlights include *Elden Ring* slashed by 40%, *Cyberpunk 2077* at a steep 60% discount following its successful Phantom Liberty expansion, and *Resident Evil 4 Remake* going for 50% off. Indie darlings like *Hades*, *Celeste*, and *Dave the Diver* are also seeing significant markdowns, proving that now is a great time to fill gaps in your library.

What sets this year’s Summer Sale apart, however, is Valve’s increased emphasis on demos. Dozens of unreleased and upcoming games have been spotlighted with limited-time playable previews, merging the buzz of festival-style showcases like Steam Next Fest with the discount-driven nature of the Summer Sale. Notable demos available now include *Frostpunk 2*, *The Plucky Squire*, and the buzzworthy indie platformer *Tiny Glade*.

Valve is also introducing a new “Adventure Passport” system during the event. Players can earn digital stamps and cosmetic items by browsing featured titles, playing demos, and completing mini-objectives across the platform. It’s designed to add a light gamification layer to the shopping experience, while spotlighting lesser-known titles that may otherwise go unnoticed.

Despite record-breaking engagement numbers from last year’s event, Steam’s servers held strong during launch day, much to users’ surprise. Social media has been awash with players sharing haul screenshots and demo impressions, making it clear that the gaming community is all-in once again.

With two whole weeks of deals, demos, and digital scavenger hunts ahead, gamers have ample time to explore what’s on offer. Whether you’re boosting your backlog or scouting the next big thing, the Summer Sale 2024 might just have something for everyone.