Thrifty Thursday: 20 Gaming Deals Under $10 (Steam Games + Amazon Accessories)

Thrifty Thursday is here with 10 Steam games under $5, 10 Amazon accessories under $10, plus a Steam Deck spotlight, hidden gem, lightning deal, and a premium underpriced pick.

Welcome back to Thrifty Thursday, where we hunt down the best gaming deals that won’t break your budget. Today’s lineup includes 10 Steam games under $5, 10 Amazon accessories under $10, and a few bonus picks that deliver way more value than their price tags suggest.

Whether you’re upgrading your setup, padding your Steam library, or grabbing a quick impulse buy, this week’s list has something for every kind of gamer.

🎮 10 Steam Games Under $5

Here are this week’s best sub‑$5 picks — all highly rated, frequently discounted, and perfect for building out your library on a budget.

Green Man Gaming Games Under $5

  1. Soulstice ($3.60)
  2. Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration ($2.64)
  3. Zombie Army 4: Dead War ($4.00)
  4. Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun ($3.60)
  5. Alan Wake Remastered ($3.96)

Fanatical Games Under $5

  1. Frostpunk ($3.59)
  2. Dead Island Definitive Edition ($2.99)
  3. Saints Row: The Third – The Full Package ($4.49)
  4. Painkiller Hell & Damnation ($1.99)
  5. The Survivalists ($2.24)

🔦 Steam Deck Spotlight Pick (Under $5)

Sonic Mania on sale at Fanatical $4.59

Verified on Steam Deck, low battery drain, and perfect for handheld play. It’s cozy, quick, and one of the best under‑$5 experiences you can buy.

💎 Hidden Gem of the Week

A fan‑favorite Borderlands 2 DLC that turns the entire game into a chaotic D&D‑style fantasy adventure narrated by Tiny Tina herself. It’s hilarious, heartfelt, and packed with some of the best missions, loot, and boss encounters in the whole series — all for just a few dollars. If you’ve never played it, this is one of the highest‑value DLC experiences you can grab under $10.

🛒 10 Amazon Accessories Under $10

These are the best budget‑friendly gaming accessories available right now — all under $10 and all useful upgrades for your setup.

  1. Led Lights for Bedroom 50ft (1 Roll), Color Changing RGB Led Strip Lights with 60 Keys Remote and App Control ($7.19)
  2. X-EDITION USB Wall Charger, 4-Pack 2.1A Dual Port USB Cube Power Adapter Charger Plug Charging Blocks Brick ($9.98 )
  3. XHF 120 PCS Adhesive Cable Wire Clips Black, Outdoor Christmas Light Clips, Cable Management Wire Organizer ($7.99)
  4. Headphone Hook – Under Desk Headphone Holder with 360-Degree Adjustable Rotation ($9.99)
  5. Microfiber Cleaning Cloths-50 Pack ($9.99)
  6. axGear Gaming Mouse Pad RGB LED Light Color Switching for Computer ($7.99)
  7. NEWDERY Joystick Replacement Grip Caps for PS4/PS5 Controller (10pcs) ($9.99)
  8. USB to USB C Adapter 8 Pack,USBA to USBC Adapter,USB-C Converter ($4.49)
  9. Qkz ak6 Gaming Earbuds with mic,Universal 3.5mm HiFi Sport Headphones in Ear Earphone ($9.99)
  10. 120PCS 6 Inch Reusable Cable Ties Wire Ties Cord Organizer Cable Organizer ($6.97)

Lightning Deal Watch

RGB Desk Lamp (Under $10 Today Only)

Price fluctuates, but when it dips under $10, it’s one of the best quick upgrades for any gaming setup. Bright, compact, and perfect for background lighting.

Overachiever Pick (Premium Underpriced Item)

$13.99 Accessory That Feels Like a $40 Upgrade

Every week, one item stands out as “way too good for the price.” This week’s pick is a budget mechanical keyboard wrist rest that punches far above its price point.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Community Pick of the Week

This week’s community favorite is the RGB floating shelves — they’ve been popping up in comments, DMs, and wishlist conversations all week.

🔗 Missed Wishlist Wednesday?

Catch up on this week’s curated picks here: Wishlist Wednesday

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🏁 Final Thoughts

Thrifty Thursday is all about finding the best gaming deals for the lowest possible price — and this week delivered. Whether you grabbed a new Steam game, upgraded your setup, or found a hidden gem, I hope today’s list helped you save a little while leveling up your gaming experience.

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