THQ Nordic has launched its largest Publisher Sale to date on Xbox, giving players access to major discounts across nearly 200 games and DLC. Running from January 20 through February 2, the 2026 sale offers savings of up to 90 percent on titles spanning action, horror, racing, RPG, RTS, platforming, and sports entertainment. The event combines newer releases with long-running franchises, making it one of THQ Nordic’s most expansive discount periods so far.
According to Melanie Klose, Marketing Director at THQ Nordic, this year’s Publisher Sale is the company’s biggest yet in terms of both the number of titles included and the range of genres represented. Xbox players can browse everything from co-op horror to off-road racing and wrestling, with several premium and complete editions also receiving price cuts for a limited time.
Reanimal Leads the Sale With a Discounted Pre-Order
One of the main attractions of the sale is Reanimal, available for pre-order with 10 percent off. Scheduled to launch worldwide on February 13, the game comes from the creators of Little Nightmares I & II and focuses on cooperative mystery horror. Players control orphaned siblings navigating a hostile and surreal environment while searching for their missing friends.
Reanimal supports both couch co-op and online multiplayer, allowing two players to experience the story together. Its presentation leans heavily on atmosphere and cinematic framing, continuing the design approach that made its developers known for tension-driven storytelling. The pre-order discount allows players to lock in the game ahead of release while also participating in the broader THQ Nordic Xbox sale.
SpongeBob and Family-Friendly Adventures Join the Discounts
Also featured in the sale is SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide, now discounted by 25 percent. Released in November, the game sends players through Bikini Bottom after a supernatural clash between the Flying Dutchman and King Neptune spreads ghostly chaos across the city. The adventure blends exploration, platforming, and combat with characters familiar to fans of the animated series.
A notable change for the franchise is the ability to swap between SpongeBob and Patrick during gameplay, letting players approach encounters differently depending on the character selected. This feature has been requested by longtime fans and marks a new direction for SpongeBob console titles under THQ Nordic’s catalog.
Racing and Competitive Games Take Center Stage
Racing fans have several major options in the sale, led by Wreckfest Complete Edition, discounted by 60 percent. Known for its realistic damage system and physics-based collisions, Wreckfest blends arcade handling with simulation elements. Players compete in demolition derby events and traditional track races while upgrading vehicles for performance and durability.
MX vs ATV Legends is also heavily discounted at 70 percent off. The off-road racer allows players to compete on bikes, ATVs, and UTVs across open environments and structured circuits. Its career mode focuses on progression through professional competition, while free exploration lets players navigate varied terrain types at their own pace.
On the sports entertainment side, AEW: Fight Forever is available at 65 percent off. The wrestling title uses arcade-style mechanics combined with official All Elite Wrestling talent, offering multiple match types, a career mode, extensive customization, and environmental weapons for different play styles.
Horror, Simulation, and RPG Options Expand the Lineup
Beyond racing and action, the sale includes strong options for players interested in slower-paced or narrative-driven experiences. Way of the Hunter: Ultimate Edition, discounted by 50 percent, emphasizes realism and ethical hunting in large open-world regions. Players manage a hunting lodge, use licensed firearms, and explore detailed habitats alone or in co-op.
For horror fans, Alone in the Dark is 45 percent off. This reimagining of the classic franchise returns players to Derceto Manor in the 1930s, where they choose between Edward Carnby and Emily Hartwood. The game focuses on investigation, atmosphere, and story-driven progression as players uncover the mansion’s secrets.
Role-playing and action players can also find deep discounts on Kingdoms of Amalur: Re-Reckoning at 75 percent off and Darksiders III, also reduced by 75 percent, adding lengthy single-player campaigns to the value of the Publisher Sale.
A Wide Xbox Catalog Discounted for a Limited Time
In addition to the main highlights, the THQ Nordic Publisher Sale includes reduced pricing on titles such as South Park: Snow Day!, Wreckreation, Oddsparks: An Automation Adventure – Ultimate Edition, and Destroy All Humans! 2 – Reprobed: Dressed to Skill Edition. Together, these releases cover comedy, sandbox creation, automation gameplay, and sci-fi action.
With nearly 200 games and DLC packs discounted, the sale provides one of THQ Nordic’s broadest Xbox offerings to date. Players looking to expand their libraries across multiple genres have until February 2 to take advantage of the limited-time promotion before prices return to standard levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When does the THQ Nordic Xbox sale end?
The 2026 THQ Nordic Publisher Sale runs until February 2 on Xbox.
How big are the discounts in the THQ Nordic sale?
Discounts reach up to 90 percent across nearly 200 games and DLC included in the promotion.
Is Reanimal included in the THQ Nordic sale?
Yes. Reanimal is available as a pre-order with a 10 percent discount during the sale period.
Which genres are included in the Publisher Sale?
The sale covers action, horror, racing, RPG, RTS, platform, puzzle, simulation, and sports entertainment games.
Are complete and ultimate editions part of the sale?
Yes. Several premium editions are discounted, including Wreckfest Complete Edition and Way of the Hunter: Ultimate Edition.
Is the THQ Nordic sale available on platforms other than Xbox?
This promotion is specifically highlighted for Xbox players during the January 20 to February 2 sale window.
