CEBU, Philippines – It’s the middle of the year for the Philippines but Summer has just settled in in the west, which means that lucky for us, the Summer Sale on Steam is coming our way too!
All up to July 10 (or early morning of July 11 in the Philippines), it’s only right that you know about the video games that we think would be great for your Steam Deck game time.
From rogue-likes to MMORPGs, we picked out the games that are not only verified and compatible with your deck console, but also those that ensure the best gaming experience and are easily up for grabs on the Steam store.
Most of these games are already on the Steam Deck’s Top 100 Played Games, which means they’ve got positive reviews from other gamers all over the world.
So without further ado, here’s 10 videogames that you should get for your Steam Deck gaming this mid-2025:
Stardew Valley
At the top of our list is Stardew Valley, the highly-acclaimed farming simulator that has fans going “cottage-core.”
Not only is it Steam Deck Verified, it’s also a great game for kids aged 12 and older, meaning mom and dad can teach their kiddos about the joys of farming while exploring the mountains of content in Stardew Valley.
This game is on sale for 50% from its original price of P419.95, making it a sweet deal for P209.97 only.
Balatro
The sensational poker roguelike is right up your alley if you’re looking for a competitive weekender to try out. This 2024 Game of The Year contender will have you on your toes, changing playstyles on the go and calculating new combos with unique cards.
Sitting at number 2 on the top 100 played games on the Steam Deck as of July 3, Balatro is on sale for only P436.50 on the Steam Store.
Cyberpunk 2077
Hey choom! Heard you liked sci-fi storytelling and futuristic dystopian worlds! Cyberpunk 2077 and its Phantom Liberty DLC offer the “preemest” gaming experience on both PC and console.
Years after a rough start on its initial 2020 release, the game has found a new home on the Steam Deck console, working smoothly with a 60fps performance and giving players hopping on the lore a ride of a lifetime.
The base game is available for P909.65 only, or 65% less from its original price of P2,599. You can also get the Ultimate Edition which includes the Phantom Liberty DLC for P1,673.44.
Hades I & II
Supergiant Games’ Hades was a smash hit when it released in 2020, putting players into the shoes of the God of the Underworld’s Son, Zagreus, in an epic roguelike action role-playing game.
Of course, if you can have the original then why not get the sequel? Both games are verified on the Steam Deck and make for a great time-burner if you’re catching games in between other day-to-day stuff you’re doing.
Gamers of the franchise are in for a treat because the original Hades is up for only P260.10 while the sequel is available for P819.
Elden Ring
The critically acclaimed fantasy action role-playing game Elden Ring is on sale for P1,439.40, less than 40% of its original price of P2,399.
This game is full of challenging bosses and difficult tasks that you can expect from a From Software classic. The best part is that it’s an open world Souls-like, giving players enough to imagine their own playthroughs and level-grind routines.
Death Stranding Director’s Cut
Hideo Kojima’s masterpiece Death Stranding is a must-have for players who love story-rich open world gaming. You walk in the shoes of Sam Bridges who’s played by Walking Dead actor Norman Reedus traveling around a decimated version of America—what’s not to love there?
It’s a great game to get if you’re interested in the sequel Death Stranding 2: On the Beach that released on June 26.
The game in its Director’s Cut version for only P742.38. You can also upgrade your regular version to the Director’s Cut for only P195.98.
Dave The Diver
If casual gaming is more your thing then Dave The Diver might be a great choice. It’s a pixel singleplayer adventure role-playing game where your explore the sea, fish during the day, and manage a sushi resto.
You can get the game for only P369—40% less than its original price of P615.
Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy
This game is for the OGs, the kids who got home from school to switch on their PlayStations to play as their favorite mutant bandicoot Crash and beat up crazy monsters and beasts.
This 3D platformer series features beloved gaming classics like the original Crash Bandicoot, Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back, and Crash Bandicoot 3: Warped and you can now get it in a fully-remastered trilogy pack.
The special remake is available for only P240, a whopping 90% off its original price of P2,400.
Marvel Rivals
It’s free, it’s got the best Marvel heroes, and it’s playable on the Steam Deck. This 6v6 hero shooter has got the right amount of fan service and unique gaming mechanics to get players hooked.
While there are some performance tweaks that still have to be made, it can still perform on a balanced 50fps and on a controller set-up.
It’s up for grabs for free on the Steam store!
Borderlands 3
Gearbox Software’s original shooter looter is back for fans of the franchise on the Steam Store with Borderlands 3 available for only P119.95—95% less than its original price of P2,399.
It’s a great choice especially since the franchise is getting a fourth game with Borderlands 4 that’s expected to release in September. It’s still a long way from that month so players should be able to catch up on some of the Borderlands lore if they grab the predecessor.
So what are you waiting for? These game deals are up for grabs up until July 11. – Rappler.com
