The annual Steam Summer Sale, which kicked off last week, is once again offering significant discounts on major titles. Games like Red Dead Redemption 2 and Cyberpunk 2077 have seen substantial price drops, with the latter achieving a new record 75% discount after multiple previous sales. Publisher lineups from major companies such as Ubisoft, Sega, Sony, 2K, and Bethesda are heavily featured, alongside popular indie titles like Terraria, Satisfactory, and Dead Cells. Publishers typically increase discount percentages on older titles over time, making wishlist browsing a common strategy for sale shoppers.
However, the sale has also highlighted Steam's vast library of '90s PC gaming obscurities. These titles, often overlooked, offer a unique glimpse into the early days of PC development. Examples include Accolade-published FMV motorbike racers from 1994, and DOSBox-compatible games like Operation Body Count, a Wolfenstein engine title released shortly after Doom. Other notable finds include Interphase, a 1989 cyberpunk adventure puzzler that originally saw a better release on Amiga, and Corpse Killer, a 1995 FMV rail shooter directed by the filmmaker behind Child's Play 2. The Australian-made 1996 point-and-click detective noir, The Dame Was Loaded, also exemplifies the era's quirky output.
These older games are available at steep discounts, with some costing as little as $2.44. The act of simply browsing trailers, screenshots, and related historical content can be an engaging experience for enthusiasts. For instance, loading up Realms of Arkania: Blade of Destiny reveals ornate pixel art that evokes the distinct aesthetic of the 1990s. A Retro Games curator page on Steam is recommended for those looking to explore these forgotten gems.
Among personally recommended titles from this category are the horror point-and-click adventure Sanitarium and Bad Mojo Redux, described as the premier cockroach simulation on PC.
Top Steam Sellers and Notable Releases
Steam's top sellers chart for the week of June 16-23 shows PUBG: Battlegrounds at the top, followed by Meccha Chameleon, Counter-Strike 2, and Cyberpunk 2077. Meccha Chameleon has achieved significant success, reaching 10 million sales for its sub-$10 indie offering. Its multiplayer experience has been noted for exceeding expectations. The PUBG PNC 2026 tournament likely contributed to its chart performance.
Cyberpunk 2077's presence high on the revenue chart is attributed in part to its substantial discount during the Summer Sale. The chart does not yet fully reflect late-week releases or the complete impact of the ongoing sale.
Review Highlight
A notable Steam review from the week praised the feline companions in Don't Sleep With The Fishes, with the user awarding it a 10/10 for the ability to have a non-resource-consuming cat companion.