The Steam Winter Sale 2018 started on December 20 and brings many PC games on offer. Here you see cool titles that were newly released in 2018. Check them out.
What’s it all about? The selection is based on the personal preferences of the editorial team at MeinMMO. The number of positive reviews and current sales figures (bestsellers) were also taken into account. Feel free to expand the list and share your tips with us in the comments.
The release period is set to 2018.
Far Cry 5
What is Far Cry 5? Far Cry 5 is the latest installment in the Far Cry series. You fight solo or with two players in co-op. The goal is to stand against the cult leader Joseph Seed and his siblings. He causes havoc in the fictional Hope County with his fanatical doomsday cult “Eden’s Gate”. You will fight through the story with heavy weapons like rocket launchers and armored cars.
This is what the Steam reviews say: The recent reviews of Far Cry 5 on Steam are “very positive.” The detailed graphics and varied gameplay are praised. The atmosphere in the story is said to be thrilling and consistently entertaining in co-op mode. Criticism is directed at the lack of freedom and choices in the story.
Conclusion: A great introduction to the next part of the Far Cry series, which is already in the starting blocks: This is Far Cry New Dawn
Warhammer: Vermintide 2
What is Warhammer: Vermintide 2? In this first-person co-op game, 4 heroes go on missions together. You slay through hordes of Skaven and followers of the dark Chaos Gods. There are 5 different heroes that can learn one of 15 careers. Your group must survive against seemingly endless waves of attacks.
This is what the Steam reviews say: The recent reviews on Steam are “very positive.” The balanced difficulty with an appropriate learning curve is praised. Animations and soundtrack are also often highlighted. A negative point is the connection issues.
Conclusion: Here you will find what you would probably be looking for in a Left 4 Dead 3, only with rat men instead of zombies. Got the itch? Our guide introduces you to 5 classes of Vermintide 2
Conan Exiles
What is Conan Exiles? This open-world survival game takes place in the world of Conan the Barbarian. You start out without weapons or shelters, but later build fortresses and have swords and bows at your disposal. The goal is to leave the Exiled Lands. On large PvP servers, you can destroy enemy cities in epic battles. You must withstand sandstorms and not get killed by extreme temperatures.
This is what the Steam reviews say: The recent reviews on Steam are “very positive.” The many details lovingly integrated into the world are praised. The dynamic combat system and diverse building options also make a good impression. Criticism often includes frequent bugs that have been around for a while.
Conclusion: Conan Exiles is currently working hard to provide players with a lot of content. If you enjoy challenges and tough opponents in a survival game, you’ll find yourself in good hands here.
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The Forest
What is The Forest? In this survival game, you search for your son, who went missing after a plane crash. The plane crashed over a forest that you must now survive in. This proves difficult because mutants also inhabit it. So build walls, houses, and boats to have a safe shelter. With traps and firearms, you fend off the mutant threat or can hunt.
This is what the Steam reviews say: The recent reviews on Steam are “extremely positive.” The setting in the creepy forest with frightening inhabitants makes the hearts of horror fans race. Fans praise the detailed graphics and fluid gameplay. Criticism is rare. Some players wished for more depth in the story.
Conclusion: The immersive world of The Forest is not for the faint-hearted. Play it in co-op and prepare for creepy adventures.
Rust
What is Rust? In the survival game Rust, you build a base that initially appears rickety, but can later be upgraded with better materials. PvP is an important component of Rust. Expect that other players will want to hunt you. However, there are also dangers from hunger, thirst, and cold.
This is what the Steam reviews say: The recent reviews are “very positive.” The good foundation for a player-driven world is praised. Can you trust other players who want to ally with you, or are they up to something? The opportunities for role-playing are often positively mentioned. Players negatively note that the community is quite toxic and that one cannot trust any player.
Conclusion: If you want to prove your people skills and role-playing abilities in a survival game, the PvP in Rust offers a challenge.
Shadow of the Tomb Raider
What is Shadow of the Tomb Raider? In this part of Lara Croft’s story, you are to master a deadly jungle to save the world from a Maya apocalypse. You will encounter caves with tricky tunnel systems and water levels. It’s once again about exploring the vibrant history and solving hidden puzzles. You will also take out enemies with your weapons, surprising them with targeted attacks. In this installment of the series, you experience the pivotal moment that makes Lara Croft a Tomb Raider.
This is what the reviews say: The recent reviews are “very positive.” Players praise the thrilling story and the lovingly crafted world. It is said that those who enjoyed Tomb Raider from 2013 and Rise of the Tomb Raider would also like Shadow of the Tomb Raider. Bugs leading to game crashes are mentioned negatively.
Conclusion: Many atmospheric places and challenges make up for the sometimes dumb AI. For fans of Tomb Raider, it is certainly a recommendation. By the way, there is also a free demo version on Steam if you are still undecided. You can find it on the store page.
Jurassic World Evolution
What is Jurassic World Evolution? With the help of biotechnologies, you create real dinosaurs. They are not stupid, but can feel and think. You have various options to customize your dinos visually and can even teach them behavioral patterns. You make profit with your dinos. With the money, you research new, undiscovered dino DNA. During the game, you encounter familiar characters from the Jurassic universe.
This is what the Steam reviews say: The recent reviews are “very positive.” Players praise the dino park manager for its beautiful landscapes. Fans of the Jurassic series will enjoy this. The gameplay is easy to understand and also appeals to casual players. It is negatively noted that the building area is too small and that the relatively fast-paced gameplay becomes repetitive. But at €13, that can be overlooked.
Conclusion: Jurassic World Evolution is easy to learn and can be fun for a long time if you enjoy building parks (like in Planet Coaster). A park simulator with dinosaurs, basically.
Assassin’s Creed Odyssey
What is Assassin’s Creed Odyssey? In this installment of the action-adventure series “Assassin’s Creed”, you fight in ancient Greece. On your adventures, you uncover the secrets of your past and change the fate of Greece. Your decisions affect the course of the story. You can customize equipment, ships, and abilities. Fight in large battles with hundreds of soldiers on the field or engage in naval combat with entire fleets.
This is what the Steam reviews say: The recent reviews are “very positive.” The story is said to be mysterious and offers many twists. Atmospheric music allows players to immerse themselves deeper in the story, which is told against impressive landscapes. It is noted that Odyssey differs significantly from other Assassin’s Creed titles and is more of a new experience.
Conclusion: Fans of action games can dive into a story here that offers a lot of freedom with their own choices.
Monster Hunter: World
What is Monster Hunter: World? In this action RPG, you take on the role of a monster hunter. Alone or in a group of up to 4 players, you embark on a quest to hunt epic beasts. You can improve your equipment with body parts from slain monsters. If you strategically use the environment, you will become a powerful hunter.
This is what the Steam reviews say: The recent reviews are “very positive.” The co-op features and gameplay are often positively mentioned. It is fun to team up with friends and fight against the huge monsters. However, many players do not have a good opinion of the controls. You have to get used to them for a long time.
In addition, we also recommend our test of Monster Hunter World.
Conclusion: If you want to have fun bashing huge monsters with even bigger weapons, you can enjoy Monster Hunter: World. In Monster Hunter World you will soon encounter Geralt from The Witcher
Kingdom Come: Deliverance
What is Kingdom Come: Deliverance? In this action role-playing game, you take on the role of Heinrich, who gets caught up in a bloody civil war. A large open world features grand castles, forests, and vast fields. To progress, you solve quests. Battles occur in melee or ranged combat. Stealth is also possible if you want your attacks to go unnoticed.
This is what the Steam reviews say: The recent reviews are “very positive.” History fans appreciate how realistic this RPG is. The combat system is a bit complicated at first but quickly becomes enjoyable once you delve into it. The sometimes long loading times are criticized.
Conclusion: Role-playing fans who prefer an authentic medieval setting will find themselves at home in Kingdom Come: Deliverance. The diverse quests provide strong entertainment.
Football Manager 2019
What is Football Manager 2019? The first football manager in German with Bundesliga license in years is the only choice for hobby trainers at home. But also a good one. By the way, with the Touch version, there’s a streamlined version of the complex manager simulation, which comes closer to Kickoff or the offshoot by EA. Micromanagement is hardly present, the focus is on quick match days.
This is what the Steam reviews say: The recent reviews are “very positive.” The massive scope found in this football simulation is praised by fans. The many tactical variants that can be utilized in matches or player purchases on the transfer market allow players to delve deeply into the game and consume several hours. Graphics and motion sequences are rather poor.
Conclusion: It doesn’t always have to be FIFA if you want to play a cool football game. But be prepared to invest many hours if the feeling has you hooked.
How long does the sale last? The Steam Winter Sale 2018 runs for the next 2 weeks. Until January 3, 2019, the sale brings cool PC titles into the store at reduced prices.
Do you have any other new releases from 2018 in the winter sale that you can recommend?
