Big Walk Price Comparison
Steam, PS5, and Switch 2 pricing side by side — current discounts, the PS Plus giveaway, and which version makes sense for your group.
Last updated: August 11, 2026
TL;DR: As of August 11, 2026, Big Walk costs $14.99 on Steam (25% launch discount), $14.99 on Switch 2, and $19.99 on PS5 — but PS Plus members can claim the PS5 version free until August 31. If you have any PS Plus tier, that's the best deal in the game's short history.
Price Comparison: Steam vs PS5 vs Switch 2
| Platform | List Price | Current Price | Deal / Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam (Windows + Mac) | $19.99 | $14.99 | −25% launch discount until ~Aug 18, 2026 |
| PlayStation 5 | $19.99 | $19.99 | No discount — but free via PS Plus until Aug 31 |
| Nintendo Switch 2 | — | $14.99 | Store shows $14.99 with no list price displayed |
All prices are US-region official store data, as of August 11, 2026. There is no DLC and no deluxe edition on any platform — one purchase gets the whole game.
The Best Deal Right Now: Free on PS Plus
PS Plus giveaway ends August 31, 2026
Big Walk is one of the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for August 2026, announced on the official PlayStation Blog. All PS Plus tiers — including base Essential — can claim the PS5 version from August 4 until August 31. Claim it once and it stays in your library as long as you keep a subscription. The PS Store lists the offer as ending 9/1, so treat August 31 as the safe deadline.
One important caveat from the PlayStation Store listing: "PS Plus required for online play." Since Big Walk has no single-player mode, a PS5 copy effectively requires an active PS Plus subscription to play at all — which also means claiming it through PS Plus doesn't lock you into anything you didn't already need. The PS5 & PS Plus page has the full claim walkthrough.
Steam Pricing Details
Steam sells Big Walk at $14.99, a 25% introductory discount off the $19.99 base price that runs until around August 18, 2026 per regional store pages. A single purchase covers both Windows and Mac, the game supports Family Sharing (one copy, one household), and saves sync via Steam Cloud. After the discount window, expect $19.99. Full system requirements and what's included are on the Steam buying guide.
Switch 2 Pricing
The Nintendo Store lists Big Walk at $14.99 for Switch 2. The store page shows this as the current price without displaying an original list price, so we can't say whether it's a discount or the standing price. Note that the game is Switch 2 only — there is no version for the original Switch.
Which Version Should You Buy?
Based purely on the official store data:
- You have PS Plus (any tier): claim the free PS5 copy before August 31. Zero cost, and crossplay means you still play with friends on other platforms.
- Your group lives on PC or Mac: Steam at $14.99 during the launch window. Friend lists work across Windows and Mac, and Family Sharing covers households.
- You want portable play: Switch 2 at $14.99 — same price as discounted Steam.
- You're on an older console: there's no PS4 or original Switch version, so a friend's session via crossplay is the only route.
Remember Big Walk needs at least 2 players and has no matchmaking — before buying, make sure at least one friend is in. Crossplay means you never need to match platforms, so everyone can simply take their own best deal above.
No Xbox, No Game Pass
Big Walk is not available on Xbox or Game Pass, and the official FAQ states no additional platforms are planned currently (as of August 11, 2026). If your group is Xbox-based, the practical options are PC via Steam or one of the other platforms listed above.
Still deciding whether it's worth any of these prices? The review roundup collects scores and honest criticism in one place.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Big Walk cost?
As of August 11, 2026: $14.99 on Steam (25% launch discount off $19.99), $14.99 on Switch 2, and $19.99 on PS5 — where PS Plus members can claim it free until August 31.
Is Big Walk really free on PS Plus?
Yes. It's an official August 2026 PS Plus Monthly Game — all tiers can claim the PS5 version between August 4 and August 31, 2026, per the PlayStation Blog announcement.
Will the Steam price go up?
The 25% launch discount runs until around August 18, 2026 per regional store pages. After that, expect the $19.99 base price.
Do I need PS Plus to play Big Walk on PS5?
Effectively yes. The PS Store notes PS Plus is required for online play, and Big Walk has no single-player mode — so PS5 play requires an active subscription.
Is there a version for PS4 or the original Switch?
No. Big Walk is PS5-only on PlayStation and Switch 2-only on Nintendo, with no versions for the previous-generation consoles.