Running until 2 November 2025, the Xbox Shocktober Sale gives you the chance to get your hands on shockingly good savings across a variety of spooky games. This yearly seasonal sale brings discounts on various titles and seasonal content, as well as events in live service games too. There are even hidden treats to be found in the Xbox Game Pass libraries – don’t be tricked and miss out.  

Unlock all the treats the Shocktober Sale has to offer, from discounted Xbox games to bonus in-game content you won’t want to miss. We’re talking Halloween gaming deals on your AAA favourites, creepy indie adventures and heart-pounding co-op games, all discounted in one spookingly-good Xbox sale.  

Not at all! The Xbox Shocktober Sale isn’t just for console gamers. If you are a PC gamer, you can join in on the fright-filled fun too, with discounts on titles available on PC. Whether you’re firing up your Xbox Series X/S or gaming on your laptop, or switching between the two, there are scarily good deals waiting for you across both platforms.  

Some titles can even be bought once and be played on both Xbox devices and PC, perfect if you want to game at home or on the go. Your progress is saved and picked up where you left it, no matter where you are.  

Whether you’re a veteran gamer looking for your next challenge or are a casual gamer looking for some spooky fun, there’s a huge library of spook-tacular games ready for you to buy and download in the Shocktober Sale. Whether you’re battling it out on console, PC, or both, there’s something available for everyone.  

Here’s our picks for the best games in this year’s Xbox Shocktober sale:

Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred 

Available on: Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S 

A game franchise spanning almost three decades, the Diablo games are best suited for gaming this spooky season. Work solo or with a team of friends to thwart Mephisto and their evil plots. With local couch co-op and online multiplayer modes available, take on enemies and collect loot across varying regions and environments. Available in the Shocktober Sale at a discount, sink your teeth into these savings before it’s too late.   

Hogwarts Legacy 

Available on: Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PC 

While this is not traditionally a horror title, it embodies the spookiness associated with the world of magic. Available to buy and download in the Shocktober Sale, if you are a fan of the Harry Potter universe, you can immerse yourself in the Haunted Hogsmeade side quest to feel as spooky as possible. Complete with Halloween decorations, this side-quest is perfect if you are a solo-gamer.  

Borderlands 3: Ultimate Edition 

Available on: Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PC 

Following the recent release of Borderlands 4, you might have found yourself wanting to go back and enjoy the previous versions of the famed franchise for a bit of nostalgia. With the Ultimate Edition of the game available in the Shocktober Sale, you can get your hands on a wide variety of DLCs and exclusive content. Battle through hostile environments, facing enemies alongside your team – both local and online.  

Dead by Daylight  

Available on: Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PC 

Optimised for the Xbox Series X/S, Dead by Daylight is the perfect game to download and play this spooky season. As the name suggests, this tense horror game tests even the closest of friendships. Escape the eldritch realm alongside other survivors and work together to evade the killers. Available to purchase and download in the Shocktober Sale, enjoy instant access to this horror-action hybrid. Play with friends in the online co-op multiplayer mode or hide behind cushions in terror with the local co-op mode.  

Disney Dreamlight Valley: Enchanted Edition 

Available on: Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PC 

Grab your magic wands and get ready to create a magical world of your own alongside some of our favourite Disney characters. Packed full of sparkles, spookiness and limited-time Halloween events, this is the perfect game to play with your family or friends, or even on your own. Get the game and enchanting exclusive DLCs in the Shocktober sale.  

Whether you are a fan of thrilling titles or prefer cracking cryptic curses, you can find many more spooky games available for free when you get the Xbox Game Pass.  

You can even play games over the cloud with Xbox Cloud Gaming through the Game Pass Ultimate. You’ll need an internet connection that’s fast enough for gaming for cloud gaming to work correctly, or if you’re playing online. That way you can keep your lag as low as possible, and your game running silky-smooth.  

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