Best Game Deals This Week (August 31 - September 13, 2026)
Late August was stacked with storefront sales, and most of them die today. The good news: the best stuff carries you straight through the coming week. Nintendo's Blockbuster Sale runs until September 9, PS Plus swaps in four fresh games on September 1, and Game Pass kicks off its September wave in the same window. There are also a few Steam and Xbox deals hitting their last day right now, so we've flagged those separately. Here's what's worth your money.
Top 5 Deals of the Week
| Game | Platform | Sale Price | Regular | Discount | Ends |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Dead Redemption: Switch 2 Edition | Nintendo Switch 2 | $24.99 | $49.99 | 50% | Sep 9 |
| The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Anniversary Edition | Nintendo Switch 2 | $29.99 | $59.99 | 50% | Sep 9 |
| Persona 3 Reload | Nintendo Switch 2 | $35.99 | $59.99 | 40% | Sep 9 |
| Sniper Elite: Resistance | PS5, PS4 | Included | — | PS Plus | Oct 5 |
| Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault | Xbox, PC | Included | — | Game Pass | Ongoing |
Why These Made the Cut
- Red Dead Redemption (Switch 2 Edition) is half off and portable. If you want Rockstar's western on the go, $24.99 is a strong entry point and the sale holds through September 9.
- Skyrim Anniversary Edition bundles the base game plus all the add-on content at 50% off. It's the most complete version of a game you'll sink 100+ hours into.
- Persona 3 Reload rarely drops this hard. Forty percent off one of the best-reviewed JRPG remakes in years is an easy call for anyone who missed it.
- Sniper Elite: Resistance lands free on PS Plus starting September 1. It's set in occupied France with a full co-op campaign and Axis Invasion mode, so there's no reason to buy it this month if you're subscribed.
- Moonlighter 2 hits Game Pass day-one at its full 1.0 launch on September 2. Shopkeeper by day, dungeon-runner by night, and it costs you nothing if you're a member.
Game Pass Additions This Week
Microsoft's first September wave rolls in across the opening days of the month.
| Game | Date | Platforms |
|---|---|---|
| Shelldiver | Sep 1 | Game Pass Premium |
| Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault | Sep 2 | Xbox, PC (day-one) |
| SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed | Sep 3 | Xbox, PC |
| Dice a Million | Sep 4 | Xbox, PC |
What's notable: Moonlighter 2 is the headliner here as a day-one 1.0 launch, and SpeedRunners 2 brings tinyBuild's chaotic multiplayer racer back for a sequel. Still fresh from last week: Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy launched August 27 day-one on Game Pass Ultimate, so if you missed it, it's waiting for you at no extra cost.
Platform Breakdown
Nintendo eShop: 2026 Blockbuster Sale
Nintendo's biggest sale of the late summer runs August 27 through September 9, covering 23 Switch 2 titles and 42 Switch games at up to 80% off. The Switch deals go especially deep.
| Game | Sale Price | Regular | Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Ball FighterZ: Legendary Edition | $27.49 | $109.99 | 75% |
| MLB The Show 26: Digital Deluxe Edition | $29.99 | $99.99 | 70% |
| Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy | $19.79 | $59.99 | 67% |
| Another Crab's Treasure: Switch 2 Edition | $11.99 | $29.99 | 60% |
| Darwin's Paradox | $9.99 | $24.99 | 60% |
| Pikuniku | $1.99 | $12.99 | 85% |
Standout: Dragon Ball FighterZ Legendary Edition at 75% off is the biggest dollar discount on the list, dropping a $109.99 fighter to $27.49. Some titles may leave the sale before September 9, so confirm on the eShop before you buy.
PlayStation Store: PS Plus September Lineup
There's no sitewide PS Store sale running this week, but the monthly PS Plus games are the real draw. All four land September 1 and stay claimable through October 5. They're yours to keep as long as your membership is active.
| Game | Platforms |
|---|---|
| Sniper Elite: Resistance | PS5, PS4 |
| MLB The Show 26 | PS5 |
| Wobbly Life | PS5, PS4 |
| Chained Echoes | PS4 |
Standout: Chained Echoes is a critically loved 16-bit-style JRPG with dragons and mechs, and MLB The Show 26 comes with an exclusive Jump Start Bundle for PS Plus members. Last chance: August's games (Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition, Big Walk, and Signalis) are only claimable through today, August 31, so grab them before the swap.
Steam: Weeklong Sale + Summer of Screams (Last Day)
Both of Steam's current events end today, August 31. If anything here catches your eye, this is your window.
| Game | Sale Price | Regular | Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eternal Strands | $8.99 | $29.99 | 70% |
| The Texas Chain Saw Massacre | $3.74 | $14.99 | 75% |
| CARRION | $3.99 | $19.99 | 80% |
| Aliens vs. Predator | $1.49 | $14.99 | 90% |
Last chance: Eternal Strands at $8.99 is reported as its lowest price ever, and the Summer of Screams horror deals vanish tonight. Confirm the live price on each Steam store page before buying, since these events expire today.
Xbox Store: Gamescom Sale (Ending Now)
Xbox's Gamescom Sale packed 1,000+ deals at up to 95% off and is expiring right around now. Several titles hit record lows.
| Game | Sale Price | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Crimson Desert | $55.99 | Lowest price ever |
| Forza Horizon 6 | $59.49 | Lowest price ever |
| Avowed | $29.99 | Joint-lowest |
| Ready or Not | $37.49 | Joint-lowest |
| Hellblade II: Senua's Saga (Deluxe) | $17.49 | Joint-lowest |
| Lost Odyssey | $6.24 | Joint-lowest |
Last chance: Crimson Desert and Forza Horizon 6 are both at all-time lows, but this sale is on its way out. Check that the deal is still live on the Xbox Store before you commit.
Quick Answers
What's the best deal this week?
The Nintendo Blockbuster Sale is the strongest durable deal, running through September 9. Red Dead Redemption: Switch 2 Edition at $24.99 (50% off) and Skyrim Anniversary Edition at $29.99 (50% off) lead the pack. If you're a subscriber, the free PS Plus and Game Pass additions are the best value of all.
What's coming to Game Pass?
The first September wave brings Shelldiver (Sep 1), Moonlighter 2 (Sep 2, day-one), SpeedRunners 2 (Sep 3), and Dice a Million (Sep 4). Later in the month you can expect RuneScape: Dragonwilds, Dune: Awakening, and more.
What free games are on PS Plus in September?
Sniper Elite: Resistance, MLB The Show 26, Wobbly Life, and Chained Echoes, all available from September 1 through October 5.
When do these sales end?
The Nintendo Blockbuster Sale runs through September 9. PS Plus September games are claimable until October 5. The Steam Weeklong, Steam Summer of Screams, and Xbox Gamescom sales all end today, August 31, so those are your urgent picks.
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Prices verified as of August 31, 2026. Some regional pricing may vary. Always confirm final pricing before purchase.