# CheapShark MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect > CheapShark lets your AI agent hunt for the best PC game deals across major stores like Steam and Epic Games Store. You can search for specific titles, compare current prices against historical lows, and set up automated price alerts. It cuts out the manual work of checking multiple websites to find a bargain. ## Overview - **Category:** ecommerce - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_6Tv0g446ksevRcRPZywKsp2g3hKqifaSrfvm0KSy/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** game-deals, price-tracking, pc-gaming, shopping-assistant, price-comparison ## Description Imagine you're looking for a specific game but don't want to pay full price. Usually, this means opening five different browser tabs to check Steam, Epic, GOG, and other storefronts to see who has the best sale running right now. It's a tedious loop of refreshing pages and comparing numbers. This Connector changes that by giving your AI client a direct line to a massive database of gaming prices. Connecting to CheapShark allows you to stop hunting for data and start asking your agent to find the cheapest way to own a title. It handles the heavy lifting of scanning multiple platforms at once. You can see the current lowest price, the lowest price that game has ever hit, and which stores are currently participating in a sale. If you're waiting for a specific drop, you can even set up notifications so you don't have to keep checking back. It's one of the most practical ways to use the Vinkius catalog to automate your hobby. You get a clear picture of the market in seconds, letting you spend less time price-checking and more time actually playing. You don't have to worry about missing a flash sale or overpaying for a title that's cheaper elsewhere. Your agent acts as a personal shopper that knows every corner of the PC gaming market, ensuring you always get the best possible deal without the manual headache. ## Tools ### get_game This tool provides specific details for a single game using its unique ID. You can use it to check the current cheapest price and the historical low for any title. ### get_stores This tool lists all the digital stores tracked by the database. It is useful for mapping store IDs to actual names like Steam or Epic Games Store. ### get_deals This tool retrieves a list of current game deals from across multiple stores. It helps you see every active sale in one place so you don't have to check multiple websites. ### manage_alert This tool lets you manage email notifications for when a game's price drops. You can set a target price and let your agent monitor the storefronts for you. ### search_games This tool searches for games by their title or Steam App ID. It helps your agent find the correct game in the database before looking up prices. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` I want to buy Elden Ring. Can you find the cheapest place to get it right now? ``` **Response:** ``` I found **Elden Ring** and checked all major stores. Here is the current best deal: | Store | Current Price | Status | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Steam** | $39.99 | Active Sale | | **Epic Games Store** | $44.99 | Standard | | **GOG** | $39.99 | Active Sale | **Best Deal:** Steam or GOG at $39.99. ``` **Prompt:** ``` Is the current sale on The Witcher 3 a good deal? What's the lowest it's ever been? ``` **Response:** ``` I checked the historical data for **The Witcher 3**: * **Current Sale Price:** $12.49 * **Historical Low:** $12.49 Yes, this is a great time to buy! It is currently at its lowest recorded price. ``` **Prompt:** ``` Set an alert for Cyberpunk 2077. Email me if it ever drops below $30. ``` **Response:** ``` Success! I've set a price alert for **Cyberpunk 2077**. You will receive an email notification as soon as the price hits **$30.00** or lower. ``` ## Capabilities ### Browse current top deals See a list of active sales across multiple stores in one view. ### Search for specific titles Find any game in the database by its name or Steam App ID. ### Compare store prices Get the current lowest price for a game across all tracked platforms. ### Check historical lows See the cheapest price a game has ever reached to judge a sale. ### Set price alerts Get an email notification when a game hits your target price. ### Map store identifiers Identify which stores are being tracked for your search results. ## Use Cases ### Finding a bargain A user wants to buy a game but doesn't know which store has it cheapest. They ask the agent to find the best price for a title across all stores. ### Timing a purchase A gamer wants to know if a current sale is a good deal. They ask the agent for the historical low of a game to compare against the current price. ### Setting a buy trigger A user wants to buy a game only when it hits a specific amount. They ask the agent to set a price alert for a specific title. ### Content research A reviewer needs to list the current prices of five different games for an article. They ask the agent to pull the current cheapest price for all of them. ## Benefits - Stop manual price checking. Use get_deals to see every active sale across Steam, Epic, and GOG in one list. - Know the true value of a game. Use get_game to see the historical lowest price so you know if a current sale is actually good. - Automate your wishlist. Use manage_alert to set price targets and let your agent handle the monitoring for you. - Quick title lookups. Use search_games to instantly grab IDs for any title without navigating away from your chat. - Accurate store mapping. Use get_stores to ensure your agent knows exactly which storefronts are being queried for your specific needs. ## How It Works The bottom line is you get instant access to the cheapest PC game prices without leaving your chat window. 1. Subscribe to the CheapShark MCP through Vinkius. 2. Connect the Connector to your preferred AI client like Claude or Cursor. 3. Ask your agent to find a deal, compare prices, or set up a price alert. ## Frequently Asked Questions **What stores does CheapShark cover?** CheapShark tracks a wide variety of major digital storefronts, including Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and many others. Your agent can check all of them simultaneously to find the best price. **Can I use CheapShark to find historical lows?** Yes, the Connector can retrieve the lowest price a game has ever reached. This helps you determine if a current sale is actually a good bargain or just a minor discount. **Does CheapShark work for console games like Xbox or PlayStation?** Currently, this Connector is specifically designed for PC game deals. It focuses on digital storefronts available on Windows and other PC platforms. **Do I need an API key to use CheapShark?** No, public queries do not require an API key. You can start using it immediately by connecting it to your AI client through Vinkius. **Can it set up automated emails for me?** Yes, you can ask your agent to set up price alerts. It will monitor the stores and send you an email notification the moment a game hits your target price. **How do I find a specific game ID with CheapShark?** You don't need to know the ID beforehand. You can just ask your agent to search for the game by its title, and it will find the correct identifier for you. **How can I find the historical lowest price for a specific game?** Use the `get_game` tool with the specific game ID. It returns the 'cheapestPriceEver' metadata along with current deals across all stores. **Can I filter for only highly-rated games on sale?** Yes! Use the `get_deals` tool and set the `steamRating` or `metacritic` parameters to filter for quality titles. **How do I set up a notification for when a game goes on sale?** Use the `manage_alert` tool with the 'set' action, providing your email, the game ID, and your target price threshold.