Bloons TD6 rarely discounts on Steam, but sales happen most often during seasonal Steam events

Bloons TD6 (BTD6) goes on sale during Steam's major seasonal events: Summer Sale (June), Autumn Sale (September), Winter Sale (December), and Spring Sale (March). The discount is typically 10 to 20 percent off the base price of $9.99. Outside these events, the game almost never drops in price on Steam, so if you see a discount in a random month, it is worth buying then rather than waiting.

The game's developer, Ninja Kiwi, does not control Steam's sale calendar, so there is no way to predict exactly when a sale will happen beyond these four predictable windows. If you are watching for a discount, add the game to your Steam wishlist — Steam will email you when the price drops, and you will not miss a sale window.

On other platforms, the discount pattern is different. The mobile version (iOS and Android) occasionally goes free or discounted through app store promotions, but these are unpredictable. The Nintendo Switch version sometimes discounts during Nintendo eShop sales, which happen roughly monthly but do not follow a set schedule.

Key Takeaways

  • BTD6 discounts most reliably during Steam's four seasonal sales: Summer (June), Autumn (September), Winter (December), and Spring (March).
  • The typical discount is 10 to 20 percent off the $9.99 base price, and sales outside these windows are rare.
  • Adding the game to your Steam wishlist triggers an automatic email when the price drops, so you will not miss a sale.
  • Mobile and Nintendo Switch versions discount unpredictably and separately from Steam, so check each platform's store individually.

How to track Steam sales without checking manually

The easiest method is the Steam wishlist. Open BTD6 on Steam, click the heart icon to add it to your wishlist, and Steam will email you the moment the price changes. You do not have to do anything else — the notification arrives automatically.

If you want to see historical price data or predict future sales, IsThereAnyDeal.com tracks price history across Steam and other stores. You can see exactly when BTD6 last discounted, how deep the discount was, and set up alerts for when it drops again. This is useful if you are deciding whether to wait for the next sale or buy now.

Reddit communities like r/GameDeals and r/Steam post about major sales as they happen, so if you check those forums during the seasonal sale windows, you will see BTD6 mentioned if it discounts. However, relying on Reddit means you have to remember to check — the wishlist email is more reliable.

Why BTD6 discounts so rarely compared to other games

Ninja Kiwi keeps BTD6 at a low base price ($9.99) and rarely discounts it because the game sells well at that price point without needing aggressive sales. The game has a large, stable player base and generates ongoing revenue from cosmetic purchases and the occasional paid expansion, so the company does not need to cut the base price to attract buyers.

Games that discount heavily and frequently are usually either older titles trying to clear inventory, or games with high base prices that need sales to compete. BTD6 is neither — it is a consistently popular indie game with a loyal audience willing to pay the asking price. This is why you see deeper discounts on AAA games or games that have been out for five years, but not on BTD6.

Checking other platforms for better deals

On Epic Games Store, BTD6 occasionally appears in sales, sometimes deeper than Steam's typical 10 to 20 percent. Epic runs sales less predictably than Steam, so checking the store directly during the seasonal windows is worth doing. Epic also occasionally gives away games free, though BTD6 has not been free as of the last major giveaway cycles.

The mobile versions (iOS through the App Store, Android through Google Play) sometimes discount or go free during app store promotions. These are not tied to Steam's calendar, so you have to check the app store directly. Setting up price alerts in the App Store or Google Play app will notify you if the price drops, similar to Steam's wishlist feature.

Nintendo eShop sales happen roughly monthly but follow no set schedule. You can check the eShop directly, or use a service like Dekudeals.com to track Nintendo Switch game prices and set alerts for BTD6 specifically.

What to do if you do not want to wait for a sale

At $9.99, BTD6 is already one of the cheapest games available. The difference between the full price and a typical 15 percent discount is about $1.50. If you want to play now rather than wait months for the next seasonal sale, the cost difference is small enough that buying when ready makes sense for most people.

If budget is tight, waiting for the Winter Sale (December) is usually the safest bet because it is the largest and most predictable Steam sale of the year. If you can wait until then, you will almost certainly see a discount. If you cannot wait, the game is worth the full price — it has hundreds of hours of content and a strong community.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does BTD6 ever go free?

Not on Steam. The mobile versions occasionally go free during app store promotions, but these are unpredictable. Epic Games Store has not given away BTD6 free in recent cycles, though it is possible in the future.

What is the biggest discount BTD6 has ever had?

The largest discounts are typically 20 percent off during major Steam sales. Deeper discounts (30 percent or more) are extremely rare and have not occurred in recent years. The game's low base price means even a 20 percent discount is only a couple of dollars.

Is there a bundle that includes BTD6 at a lower price?

No official bundles exist on Steam. Some retailers outside Steam may bundle it with other games, but these are not common. Checking IsThereAnyDeal.com will show if any third-party sellers are offering bundle deals.

Do I have to buy BTD6 on the same platform I play it on?

Yes. A Steam purchase only works on Steam. Mobile and Nintendo Switch versions are separate purchases on their respective stores. Your progress does not transfer between platforms, so buy on the platform where you plan to play.

Will BTD6 discount more often in the future?

Unlikely. Ninja Kiwi's pricing strategy has been consistent for years, and the game continues to sell well at full price. The seasonal Steam sales are the most reliable discount opportunities you will see.