Today, the Steam Summer Sale 2018 started and offers you these new releases in PC games on sale. We present to you 7 strong titles that have only been released in the last few months.
2 weeks of discounted offers on Steam: The big summer sale from Valve gives PC gamers the opportunity to buy many games at low prices.
These games we present to you: We want to introduce you to some exciting new releases that are currently on sale. We base our selections on the number of positive reviews, but personal preferences also play a role. The release period we chose is from the end of December 2017 to today. And since we are a multiplayer site, we mainly include multiplayer titles. The list will be continuously updated. Let us know what should not be missing here.
The Forest
What is it about? In the survival game The Forest, you play as a survivor of a plane crash and must find your way in a mysterious forest. Collect resources by chopping down trees or gathering stones to build a solid base. This is your safe spot when the nasty cannibals come out at night and roam the forest aggressively. To defend yourself, you can craft weapons to fight the cannibals in close combat. If you prefer to avoid direct conflict, you can set deadly traps.
Multiplayer? You can play The Forest alone or together with friends in co-op mode.
Who is The Forest suitable for? The Forest is ideal for you if you are looking for a horror game with survival elements. Building bases and farming resources are the components of a classic survival adventure that turns into a horror story due to the terrifying cannibals.
Steam Reviews: On Steam, players rate The Forest “Very Positive” – 92% of over 83,000 reviews give the game a thumbs up. The eerie atmosphere and adrenaline spikes during exploration are praised. The AI is particularly believable, players say. It is neither suicidal nor “stupidly aggressive.” The AI plans its moves or withdraws… it feels almost human.
Far Cry 5
What is it about? In the first-person action game Far Cry 5, you play in the fictional Hope County, which is taken over by a cult called “Eden’s Gate”. There are deadly conflicts between the cult and the population. Your task is to lead the resistance and protect Hope County with everything you have. You might grab a flamethrower or drop bombs from the air on a group of enemies. However, you can also approach most missions with “stealth” and quietly snap the necks of enemies while you reclaim important buildings.
Multiplayer? You can play the campaign of Far Cry 5 in single-player or in co-op with a friend. There are also multiplayer modes available.
Who is Far Cry 5 suitable for? If you are generally a fan of the Far Cry series, you will enjoy this. Even if you haven’t played any other part of Far Cry, but are looking for a co-op shooter, you can have a lot of fun with friends. A large open world and excellent first-person shooter mechanics await you.
Steam Reviews: On Steam, 68% of all 19,800+ reviews give a thumbs up, which is “Mixed”. The story is criticized for being unbelievable, and the repetitive open-world activities. However, the game world with its many details and the gunplay is praised.
Rust
What is it about? Rust is, like The Forest, a survival game. However, it has a lower horror factor. In Rust, it is also about building a solid base. You start casually with a stone and initially have to help yourself with primitive tools. Later, you will carry sharp weapons like pistols or shotguns. Hunger and thirst are important components of Rust, but the greatest danger comes from other players. Because in Rust, PVP is key.
Who is Rust suitable for? Rust is suitable for players who focus on PVP in a survival game and can overlook weaknesses in exploration and building. Because PVP is the centerpiece of Rust. The struggle for survival against other players is nerve-wracking and varied but also has a high difficulty level. One should have a high tolerance for frustration.
Steam Reviews: The Steam ratings for Rust are “Very Positive”. Of over 175,000 players, 80% give the game a thumbs up. The well-executed mix of survival and shooter is praised, while the toxic community receives criticism.
Hunt: Showdown
What is it about? In the shooter Hunt: Showdown, you play as a bounty hunter who wants to collect a bounty on a dark map along with other players. But the bounty is placed on monsters, which are also hunted by enemy players. You can team up with a total of 2 players. Up to 10 players can be on a map, as a maximum of 5 teams are allowed. Once you have found and shot the desired monster, you are still not done. Now you must escape with the bounty. But beware of other players: They can contest and steal your loot. In short, Hunt: Showdown is a competitive PvP bounty hunt with PvE and survival elements.
Who is Hunt: Showdown suitable for? Hunt: Showdown is ideal for everyone who wants to compete as a 2-man team against other players and NPC monsters simultaneously. Constant communication is necessary to defeat the monsters and avoid or successfully overwhelm other players. Each match is pure adrenaline from the first to the last second.
Steam Reviews: Steam users rate Hunt: Showdown “Mostly Positive”. Of over 11,000 reviews, 71% give a positive response. In recent reviews, it even rose to “Very Positive” with 80%. The atmosphere and soundscapes are often praised.
Warhammer: Vermintide 2
What is it about? Four heroes embark on a mission together and must fight through a horde of enemies and bosses. Sounds like Left 4 Dead, but in Warhammer: Vermintide 2, you are not beating zombies, but rather fighting ratmen and followers of the dark chaos gods. With the level system, you can further develop your characters and distribute talent points. The missions are really challenging and present challenges even for experienced players.
Who is Warhammer: Vermintide 2 suitable for? If you enjoyed Left 4 Dead with its 4-player co-op, you will also like Warhammer Vermintide 2. If you want to “just play a round” and don’t feel like the obligation of long sessions, this is the right place. A round takes on average 20 – 40 minutes.
Steam Reviews: 73% of over 15,000 reviews give a thumbs up, leading to a “Mostly Positive” rating.
Conan Exiles
What is it about? Conan Exiles is an open-world survival game set in the harsh world of Conan the Barbarian. Although you start with practically “nothing”, you will soon build small huts and later even fortresses and entire cities. Your goal is to escape the land of the exiled. You can do this alone or together with friends. To defend yourself against enemies, there are swords or bows available. Don’t like weapons? Then use explosives and siege equipment. Even god avatars can be summoned to fight alongside you.
Who is Conan Exiles suitable for? If you want to explore large, realistic, and brutal worlds, Conan Exiles is for you. The game focuses on deep, challenging combat. If you are looking for a game that keeps you connected to the action for a longer time and offers meta gameplay, this survival game is a good choice.
Steam Reviews: Overall, Conan Exiles has a “Mixed” rating on Steam. 67% of over 18,000 votes give a thumbs up. In the last 30 days, Conan Exiles gained even more positive feedback. The recent reviews are “Mostly Positive” – 70% of over 1500 reviews praise the game.
PUBG – PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds
What is it about? In PUBG, it’s about battle royale! 100 players jump from a plane and land anywhere on the map. Everyone starts with the same clothes, no one has weapons. These must be found on the map. With the weapons you find such as shotguns and sniper rifles, you fight for survival. The last survivor wins.
PUBG 1.0 was officially released just before the turn of the year 2018. Consider it a little bonus on this list.
Multiplayer? Players can go solo and compete against 99 other players. However, you can also play with friends in teams of 2 or 4 players.
Who is PUBG suitable for? If you are looking for a realistic battle royale shooter, PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds is right for you. If you are a tactician and cannot stand colorful graphics, then PUBG is the right battle royale game for you.
Steam Reviews: The reviews for PUBG on Steam are generally “Mixed” (of over 680,000 votes, 51% are positive) and for the last 30 days “Mostly Negative” (of over 33,000 votes, 33% are positive). The negative reviews mainly stem from performance issues and cheaters.
Bonus: Interesting new single-player games released in 2018
Here is also a small selection of single-player titles in the Steam Summer Sale 2018.
Final Fantasy XV on Steam (Very Positive, 82%)
The PC port of Final Fantasy 15 is a true technical and scope monster, but gameplay-wise, it does not reach old series milestones – Final Fantasy XV in the GameStar Review, 84/100
Railway Empire on Steam (Very Positive, 81%)
Solid railway game in the style of Ascaron economic simulations. It does not reinvent the wheel but runs smoothly – Railway Empire in the GameStar Review, 83/10
Kingdom Come: Deliverance on Steam (Mostly Positive, 74%)
Kingdom Come takes you through an impressively atmospheric medieval world, which technically runs much smoother after some patches. – Kingdom Come in the GameStar Review, 85/10
Ni No Kuni 2 on Steam (Very Positive, 83%)
Enchanting and motivating Japanese RPG with a diverse genre mix and an engaging fantasy world. – Ni No Kuni 2 in the GameStar Review, 86/100
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