Steam Summer Sale Claims Another Victim: $300 Later,15 Games Worth the ‘Accidental’ Purchase
SEATTLE,WA - The siren song of deep discounts proved too strong for one Laptop Mag writer,resulting in an unexpected $300 expenditure during SteamS recent Summer Sale. The annual event,notorious for its tempting price cuts,ran from June 29th to July 13th,2023,and left a meaningful dent in one wallet – but also yielded a curated list of 15 titles worth adding to any gamer’s library.
The steam summer Sale’s allure isn’t unique; millions participate each year, frequently enough exceeding their intended budgets. This year’s sale featured discounts of up to 75% on thousands of titles, creating a perfect storm for impulse purchases. While a $300 spending spree might seem excessive,it highlights the incredible value available and the sheer breadth of games on offer. For those who also succumbed to the sale’s charms, or are looking for belated bargains, here are 15 recommendations to justify the “accidental” spending.
1. Baldur’s Gate 3: Currently enjoying widespread critical acclaim, this sprawling RPG offers hundreds of hours of immersive gameplay.
2. Cyberpunk 2077: Following a rocky launch, Cyberpunk 2077 has been substantially improved with updates and is now a compelling open-world experiance.
3. Hades: A roguelike dungeon crawler praised for its fast-paced action, compelling narrative, and stunning art style.
4. Stardew Valley: A relaxing farming simulator that has captivated players with its charming gameplay and endless possibilities.
5. Terraria: A 2D sandbox adventure offering exploration, building, and combat.
6. Divinity: Original Sin 2: Another critically acclaimed RPG known for its deep tactical combat and engaging story.
7. Monster Hunter: World: team up with friends to hunt massive monsters in this action-packed RPG.
8. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt: A vast open-world RPG with a rich story,memorable characters,and stunning visuals.
9. Red Dead Redemption 2: An epic Western adventure with a compelling narrative and immersive open world.
10. Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice: A challenging action-adventure game from the creators of Dark Souls.
11. Disco Elysium: A unique RPG with a focus on dialog, investigation, and character development.
12. Slay the Spire: A deck-building roguelike that is both challenging and addictive.
13. Dead Cells: A fast-paced action platformer with roguelike elements.
14. no Man’s Sky: A space exploration game that has been continually updated and improved sence its launch.
15. RimWorld: A story generator that simulates a colony on a distant planet.
