Players seeking compelling new games on Steam can currently acquire five titles with critical acclaim, all boasting ratings above 90%, for a combined total of less than $25. These deals offer substantial savings on experiences ranging from action-adventure to real-time strategy.
Modern Tomb Raider Revival Kicks Off for $3
Tomb Raider (2013), the game that revitalized the iconic adventurer's franchise, is available for a mere $3. This title is praised for its blend of bow-and-arrow action, engaging narrative, and ambitious design. A Kotaku review noted the game's strong presentational elements, including plot, dialogue, voice acting, and art design, highlighting its beautiful visuals with great animations and detailed character and environment work. The entire Survivor trilogy, which includes this installment, can be purchased for under $11 until September 7.
Isometric Stealth Strategy on Sale
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun, a strategy game lauded for its atmospheric gameplay and level design set in Edo-period Japan, is currently priced at $4, down from its usual $40. This game is credited with reviving real-time isometric stealth gameplay. Kotaku's review highlighted the game's visually appealing world, describing it as a "toy-like quality" akin to a diorama, with intricate details in its environments and character animations.
Grim Dawn Offers Dark Fantasy Looting
Considered a spiritual successor to Diablo 2, Grim Dawn is an action-RPG set in a Victorian-inspired apocalyptic fantasy world. While it has evolved over time, with recent updates steering it toward a more top-down Soulslike feel, it remains a robust looting experience. It can be acquired on Steam for $3.75. Without a Kotaku review, its 94% positive user rating on Steam serves as a strong endorsement.
A Haunting Steampunk Adventure
A Plague Tale: Innocence presents a beautiful and haunting stealth adventure with comparisons drawn to The Last of Us, but set against the backdrop of a rat-infested 1300s Europe. This narrative-driven experience, often described as a "playable movie," is available for $4. It serves as a fitting follow-up for those who have played the action-oriented prequel, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, and have yet to experience the main story. A Kotaku write-up emphasized the game's ability to evoke tension and fear, praising its meticulously crafted medieval setting.
Guardians of the Galaxy Awaits for $9
Despite its quality, Guardians of the Galaxy reportedly failed to find the audience it deserved upon release. This linear comic-book game is now available for $9, a significant reduction from its original $60 price tag. The game is commended for its strong storytelling, inventive combat, functional puzzles, and impressive visuals. A Kotaku review lauded its pulp science fiction aesthetic, particularly its imaginative alien planets and creatures, which evoked a sense of classic sci-fi art.