THQ Nordic and HandyGames have lit up the Xbox Store with what is being billed as their biggest publisher sale yet, bringing deep discounts to almost 200 games and DLC across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via the Xbox Store. Running from January 20 through February 2, the 2026 THQ Nordic Publisher Sale offers savings of up to 90% on everything from family-friendly platformers to brutal horror and demolition-heavy racers. For Xbox players looking to bulk up their 2026 backlog without breaking the bank, this is one of the most aggressive third‑party sales of the year so far.
THQ Nordic Sale dates and headline details
The 2026 THQ Nordic Publisher Sale is live now on the Xbox Store and will run until February 2, giving players just under two weeks to grab deals before prices return to normal. The lineup spans close to 200 games and DLC packs across action, racing, adventure, platformer, puzzle, horror, RTS, RPG, wrestling, and even singing‑focused experiences, with maximum discounts topping out at 90% off select titles.
Important details include:
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Sale window: January 20 – February 2, 2026.
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Scope: Almost 200 games and DLC items from THQ Nordic and HandyGames.
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Discounts: Up to 90% off on selected titles.
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Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Xbox on PC via the Microsoft Store.
Alongside these broad discounts, THQ Nordic is using the sale to push awareness of its upcoming co‑op horror title Reanimal, with a launch‑day discount for early adopters on Xbox.
Reanimal pre‑order gets 10% off
The clear centerpiece of the promotion is Reanimal, a new co‑op mystery horror adventure from Tarsier Studios, the team behind Little Nightmares I & II. Reanimal follows a pair of orphaned siblings as they try to survive a twisted “gamescape” to rescue their missing friends, blending cinematic horror, stealth, and puzzle solving in a stylized, unsettling world.
On Xbox, Reanimal is scheduled to launch worldwide on Friday, February 13, 2026, lining up almost perfectly with Valentine’s Day weekend for players who prefer horror over hearts and flowers. As part of the THQ Nordic sale, players can pre‑order the game on Xbox with a 10% discount, and pre‑orders also come with exclusive Foxhead and Muttonhead mask bonuses across platforms. Reanimal is also confirmed for PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2, but the current Xbox Store promotion specifically highlights the pre‑order savings for Xbox users.
For horror fans, the key selling points are:
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Co‑op horror journey focused on two vulnerable siblings.
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Couch and online co‑op options, plus the ability to play solo if needed.
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Strong horror pedigree thanks to Tarsier’s Little Nightmares experience.
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10% off pre‑orders on Xbox during the sale window.
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Stand‑out family and licensed games
Not every deal in the THQ Nordic sale is horror or hardcore, and some of the most notable discounts are aimed squarely at families and fans of big cartoon licenses. The recent SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide leads the way, offering a fresh underwater adventure built around a spooky clash between the Flying Dutchman and King Neptune.
- SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide – 25% off: Released in November, this game sends players back to Bikini Bottom to face ghostly chaos unleashed by a showdown between the Flying Dutchman and King Neptune, and it finally lets players freely switch between SpongeBob and Patrick in gameplay, a long‑requested feature for the series.
SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide - South Park: Snow Day! – 55% off: While not described in detail in the promotion text, the game appears in the sale list with a hefty discount, making its co‑op snow‑day chaos a cheaper pickup for fans of the show.
Other family‑friendly highlights include Oddsparks: An Automation Adventure – Ultimate Edition at 20% off, which leans into automation, creature management, and creative problem‑solving rather than intense combat. These titles help round out the sale for households that want something lighter than demolition derbies or survival horror.
Demolition, racing, and off‑road action
Racing and vehicular mayhem are long‑standing strengths of THQ Nordic’s catalog, and the 2026 publisher sale doesn’t disappoint for players who want to trade paint or crush metal. Wreckfest and MX vs ATV Legends headline the racing deals, delivering both sim‑arcade hybrids and pick‑up‑and‑play off‑road action.
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Wreckfest Complete Edition – 60% off: Wreckfest is a demolition derby‑driven racer known for its realistic damage modeling and hybrid of arcade and simulation physics. The Complete Edition folds in a generous content bundle, pairing sophisticated driving dynamics and deep vehicle upgrades with “Drive Hard, Die Last” brutality across derby arenas and standard circuits.
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MX vs ATV Legends – 70% off: This off‑road title lets players chase a pro‑rider career across bikes, ATVs, and UTVs, mixing a structured career mode with massive open environments to explore between races. The structure is built around becoming a world‑famous off‑road legend, with risk‑reward decisions in events and sponsorships.
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Wreckreation – 25% off: Also included in the sale list, Wreckreation leans into sandbox track building and stunt‑heavy racing for players who want to create their own chaotic courses.
For players who enjoy tuning vehicles and pushing physics systems to the limit, these discounts make it easy to assemble a complete “garage” of THQ‑branded racers and crash‑fests without paying full price.
Horror, wrestling, RPGs, and cult favorites
Beyond Reanimal, the THQ Nordic sale features a dense spread of horror, wrestling, and RPG deals that cater to more traditional core gamers on Xbox. Many of these games are either remakes, spiritual successors, or cult classics that have slowly built dedicated audiences over the last decade.
Important game stand‑outs include:
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Alone in the Dark – 45% off: This modern reimagining positions itself as a love letter to the 90s survival‑horror classic, returning players to Derceto Manor in the 1930s. Players can choose to experience the story as either Edward Carnby or Emily Hartwood, uncovering mysteries in a single‑player narrative that leans heavily into atmosphere and psychological horror.
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AEW: Fight Forever – 65% off: A wrestling game designed to bring back arcade‑style, pick‑up‑and‑play action, Fight Forever blends All Elite Wrestling’s roster and high‑impact finishers with multiple match types, a full career mode, extensive customization, and more than 40 usable weapons.
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Way of the Hunter: Ultimate Edition – 60% off: Positioned as a realistic hunting sim, Way of the Hunter drops players into a hunting lodge surrounded by varied environments and rich wildlife, emphasizing ethical hunting, authentic ballistics, and immersive co‑op in large open worlds.
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Kingdoms of Amalur: Re‑Reckoning – 75% off: This remaster of the cult action RPG keeps its reputation for deep combat and sprawling fantasy storytelling while updating visuals and performance for modern hardware.
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Darksiders III – 75% off: The third mainline entry in the Darksiders series brings back apocalyptic action, blending Souls‑lite combat with puzzle‑driven dungeons and stylish hack‑and‑slash gameplay.
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Destroy All Humans! 2 – Reprobed: Dressed to Skill Edition – 70% off: This expanded version of the nostalgic alien‑invasion sandbox offers upgraded visuals, new content, and the same gleefully destructive humor.
Taken together, these discounts give Xbox players a chance to fill in gaps in their libraries across several fan‑favorite franchises, often at prices comparable to indie releases.
Why this THQ Nordic sale matters for Xbox players
THQ Nordic and HandyGames have run annual publisher sales before, but the 2026 edition is their biggest yet on Xbox in terms of sheer volume and maximum discount levels. With close to 200 discounted items and the headline “up to 90% off” messaging, the sale aligns with Microsoft’s broader strategy of using aggressive digital promotions to keep players engaged between marquee Game Pass drops.
For Xbox players, this sale is notable because:
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It covers a wide range of genres, making it easy to find at least one or two “must‑grab” deals regardless of taste.
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It heavily discounts both older cult titles and relatively recent releases like SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide.
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It doubles as a marketing beat for Reanimal, an upcoming horror game that could quickly become a talking point title when it launches on February 13, 2026.
Players can browse the full lineup and purchase digitally via the Microsoft Store on console, web, or PC, but as always, the discounts will vanish once the calendar flips past February 2.
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