The Tears of Metal price is $24.99 USD on Steam and $24.99 USD on Xbox Game Preview as of the 2026-08-03 research date. The Steam 10% introductory offer ran from 22 Jul 2026 to 5 Aug 2026 and was in its final days as of 2026-08-03 per the Steam Community "Last Weekend of Launch Discount" post on 1 Aug 2026. Xbox Game Pass day-one inclusion covers the PC version only; console online multiplayer requires a paid Game Pass tier.
What is the current Tears of Metal price on Steam?
The standard Steam price for Tears of Metal is $24.99 USD on the US storefront as of 2026-08-03. The Steam store page records the launch price and the introductory 10% discount window; the discount period ran from 22 Jul 2026 to 5 Aug 2026, and as of the 2026-08-03 research date the offer was in its final days per the Steam Community "Last Weekend of Launch Discount" post on 1 Aug 2026. During the 10% introductory window, the Steam price for Tears of Metal was effectively $22.49 USD on the US storefront. As of 2026-08-03 the Steam store page shows the standard $24.99 USD price, and the introductory window was in its closing days per the Steam Community post above. Regional pricing on Steam varies by currency and by regional tax treatment. The dlcompare launch recap cross-references the regional storefronts and lists the following observed launch prices as of 2026-08-03:
What is the current Tears of Metal price on Steam?
| Region / currency | Standard Steam price |
|---|---|
| United States (USD) | $24.99 |
| Eurozone (EUR) | €24.99 |
| United Kingdom (GBP) | £19.99 |
| Canada (CAD) | $33.99 |
| Australia (AUD) | $39.95 |
What is the current Tears of Metal price on Steam?
These regional prices are subject to Steam's regional pricing policy and may shift as the EA window progresses. Players should confirm the regional storefront directly before purchase.
What is the Xbox Game Preview price?
The Xbox Game Preview price for Tears of Metal is $24.99 USD on the US storefront as of 2026-08-03. The Xbox store listing matches the Steam launch price even though the two storefronts use different discount and sale systems. The Xbox product ID is 9pn8m16gg8m4 and the listing shows the game as a Game Preview title rather than a finished SKU. The Xbox Game Preview listing also confirms Xbox Game Pass day-one inclusion for the PC version of the game. PC Game Pass subscribers can install and play the Tears of Metal EA build without an additional purchase; the PC Game Pass inclusion is the lowest-cost access route for PC players on day one. Console online multiplayer, by contrast, requires a paid Xbox Game Pass subscription tier, not the standard free Game Pass tier. The Xbox Game Preview framing also affects refunds: Game Preview purchases follow Microsoft's standard refund policy and are eligible for the standard self-service refund window. Players who decide the EA build is not for them can request a refund through their Microsoft account in the same way as a finished SKU.
What was the Steam introductory offer and is it still available?
The Steam introductory offer was a 10% discount on the standard Steam price for the first two weeks of the EA window. The offer ran from the 22 Jul 2026 launch to 5 Aug 2026, and the Steam store countdown ended at the standard price point on 6 Aug 2026. As of the 2026-08-03 research date the introductory offer was in its final days per the Steam Community "Last Weekend of Launch Discount" post on 1 Aug 2026; the offer period is documented from the launch announcement through 5 Aug 2026. Players who bought Tears of Metal during the introductory window paid $22.49 USD on the US storefront instead of the standard $24.99 USD. The Steam library receipt shows the discounted price and the offer title; there is no retroactive discount for players who bought at standard price after the offer closed. Paper Cult has not announced a follow-up promotional window as of 2026-08-03. Any future Steam sale is set by Steam's regional sale calendar; future sale eligibility and timing are Not announced as of 2026-08-03.
How does Xbox Game Pass change the buying decision?
Xbox Game Pass day-one inclusion for the PC version changes the buying decision for PC players who already subscribe to PC Game Pass. The PC Game Pass subscription unlocks the EA build at no additional cost beyond the subscription fee, which makes PC Game Pass the most cost-effective access route for PC players who want to evaluate the EA build before the 1.0 release. Console players who want online multiplayer need a paid Game Pass tier; the standard free Game Pass tier does not include Tears of Metal online multiplayer. Game Pass does not change the Steam price or the Steam purchase path. Steam and Xbox are independent storefronts, and a Steam purchase does not unlock the Xbox version. Players who want to play on both PC and Xbox need to buy on Steam and stay subscribed to PC Game Pass, or buy the Xbox Game Preview SKU outright and add a paid Game Pass tier for online multiplayer. The Game Pass inclusion is dated to day one and confirmed by the Xbox store listing for the PC version. The 1.0 release may adjust the Game Pass inclusion status; the EA-window inclusion is the current commitment.
What currencies and payment methods are accepted?
Steam accepts the regional currencies that Valve lists for each storefront, including USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, AUD, and most major Asian and Latin American currencies. Payment methods are set by Steam's regional wallet system and include credit cards, PayPal, Steam Wallet funds, and region-specific options like convenience-store vouchers in Japan and Korea. The Xbox Store accepts the regional currencies listed by Microsoft for each market, with payment methods including credit cards, PayPal, Microsoft account funds, and region-specific options tied to the Microsoft account. Game Pass subscriptions are billed in the regional currency linked to the Microsoft account. For both storefronts, refunds follow the platform's standard policy. Steam offers a self-service refund window for any purchase with less than two hours of playtime, and Microsoft offers a self-service refund window for Game Preview purchases through the Microsoft account order history.
Where else is Tears of Metal sold?
As of 2026-08-03, Steam and the Xbox Store are the only first-party storefronts selling Tears of Metal. The Epic Games Store, GOG, Humble Store, and other PC aggregators are Not announced. The Steam AppID 1913120 is the only confirmed PC retail channel. PS5 and Switch versions are Not announced as of 2026-08-03. The current platform list and the unannounced platform status is on the Platforms & Crossplay page. Any future storefront addition will be announced through the Steam Community news index, the Xbox Game Preview product page, and the Paper Cult X account. TearsofMetal pro will update the Price & Where to Buy page on the same day any new storefront is published.
Sources
Steam store page for Tears of Metal: standard Steam price and introductory offer window that ran 22 Jul 2026 to 5 Aug 2026. Xbox store: Tears of Metal Game Preview: $24.99 Game Preview price and Xbox Game Pass inclusion for the PC version. dlcompare: Tears of Metal EA launch recap: regional price cross-reference. Paper Cult on X: EA launch confirmation and developer commentary. TheSixthAxis: Tears of Metal EA launch coverage: launch context and pricing context.
FAQ
How much does Tears of Metal cost on Steam?
The standard Steam price is $24.99 USD as of the 2026-08-03 research date. The 10% introductory offer that ran from 22 Jul 2026 to 5 Aug 2026 was in its final days as of 2026-08-03 per the Steam Community "Last Weekend of Launch Discount" post on 1 Aug 2026.
Is Tears of Metal on Xbox Game Pass?
On PC, yes, from day one. The Xbox store listing for Tears of Metal Game Preview confirms Xbox Game Pass inclusion for the PC version from the 22 Jul 2026 launch. Console online multiplayer requires a paid Game Pass subscription tier.
What was the Steam introductory discount?
A 10% discount that ran from 22 Jul 2026 to 5 Aug 2026, dropping the US storefront price to $22.49 USD. The offer was in its final days as of the 2026-08-03 research date per the Steam Community "Last Weekend of Launch Discount" post on 1 Aug 2026.
Are there regional prices outside the United States?
Yes. Steam and Xbox use regional pricing and the launch prices include €24.99 in the Eurozone, £19.99 in the UK, $33.99 CAD in Canada, and $39.95 AUD in Australia. Regional prices may shift during the EA window.
Will Tears of Metal be discounted in future Steam sales?
Not announced as of 2026-08-03 beyond the introductory offer window that ran 22 Jul to 5 Aug 2026. Steam's regional sale calendar applies the platform-wide discount on top of the standard regional price when Steam runs a sale; future sale windows are Not announced as of 2026-08-03.