What is Deal Rating and how does it work?

Deal Rating is our proprietary scoring system that evaluates every game deal based on multiple factors: the depth of the discount relative to the game's price history, how close the price is to its historical low , the game's popularity and community ratings, and how many users have it wishlisted. A high Deal Rating means you are looking at a genuinely good offer on a game worth playing, not just a steep discount on something nobody wants. This system filters out the noise and highlights deals that represent real value for your money.

Does best deal mean cheapest price?

Not necessarily. A game at 50% off that is highly rated and near its historical low scores higher than an obscure title at 90% off that nobody plays. The Deal Rating weighs quality alongside price. That said, many of the best-rated deals are also at or near their lowest recorded price. The system rewards games that offer exceptional value, which often means popular titles at unusually deep discounts. For pure price hunting regardless of game quality, use the historical low page or sort the main deals page by price.

How often does the best deals list update?

The list updates continuously in real time. As new discounts appear, existing deals change, or promotions end, the rankings adjust automatically. During major sale events like the Steam Summer Sale or Winter Sale , this page becomes particularly active with dozens of high-rated deals appearing simultaneously. Checking this page daily during normal periods and multiple times during sales ensures you catch the best opportunities. Set up price alerts on specific titles for automatic notifications.

Where can I find games at their historically lowest price?

For games specifically at their all-time lowest recorded price, visit our dedicated historical low page. Many deals featured on this best deals page are also at or near historical lows, but the historical low page focuses exclusively on that criterion. You can verify any deal's price history by clicking through to the game page, where a detailed chart shows every recorded price point across all stores. Combining both pages gives you the most comprehensive view of which deals are genuinely exceptional.

How to compare CD key prices effectively?

Each deal on this page shows the store name, price, and discount percentage. Click through to the game page for a complete price comparison across all tracked stores, including both official retailers and keyshops . The price history chart shows how pricing has changed over time, helping you judge whether the current offer is genuinely good. For the broadest selection of deals across all platforms, browse the main deals page with filters for specific stores, platforms or price ranges. PC game deals and platform-specific pages offer focused views.

Can I filter best deals by platform or genre?

Yes. Use the sidebar filters to narrow results by platform (PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo), genre, store, price range, or discount depth. You can also combine multiple filters. For example, show only PC games over 75% off from official stores. For platform-specific best deals, visit PC game deals , PlayStation deals , Xbox deals or Nintendo eShop deals . Each page shows the same Deal Rating system applied to that specific platform.

What makes XD.deals different from other deal sites?

XD.deals tracks over 50 stores simultaneously with real-time price updates, covers PC and all major consoles in one place, and uses a sophisticated Deal Rating system that prioritizes quality over raw discounts. We provide full price history for every game, separate official store and keyshop pricing, and a free alert system that notifies you the moment your target price is hit. Our news section covers every major sale event, and our ending soon page ensures you never miss a time-limited offer.