The sun saw fit to rise again, so I guess it is time for another lot of sales across the board. So without wasting too much time, let’s talk discounted titles on Steam (and probably elsewhere) to pick up if you haven’t already.

Dark Souls III – $29.99

Perfecting the Dark Souls formula within the series itself (Elden Ring refined it to a point), Dark Souls III is the very best of the series from a mechanical standpoint. Is it better than Dark Souls itself? Probably not, mostly on nostalgic factors alone. Of course, not exactly cheap like all of Mike’s suggestions the other day, but if you’re so inclined you can get the DLCs as well for $42.49.

Assetto Corsa Ultimate Edition – $16.67

It seems odd that I’m suggesting a game that’s 10 years old and (hopefully) about to be superseded by Assetto Corsa EVO in January. However, there is a reason so many racing game fans talk about Assetto Corsa with passion, it is one of the best racing games out there with more mods than there are stars in the night sky. At least for those of us in populated areas. Be it Japanese classics or more modern sports/hypercars, there is something for just about everyone.

If you’re partial to stifling your swearing under threat of community service, there is plenty to enjoy about Assetto Corse ahead of the early access release of its successor.

Automobilista 2 – $19.99-78.56

Not exactly cheap for all the DLC, we’re sticking with another racing title I’ve been playing in VR a lot, Automobilista 2. Similar in idea to Assetto Corsa but made by a smaller, less pronounced team there is still a lot of fun to be had from karting to rallycross and Formula 1-style machinery. With classic tracks and some more obscure ones, mostly central to Reiza’s home of Brazil. With an updated tire model on the horizon for all machinery, there is nothing to be sniffed at when it comes to this fun and sometimes scary (especially when the AI becomes Lance Stroll) in VR title.

Baldur’s Gate 3 – $47.99

I couldn’t miss out on My Big Gay Adventure, especially after playing it late last year. I could also call it My First DnD Campaign, but that’s for those who want to get past the book-banning psychos. One of the best RPGs of all time and has shot right up there with The Witcher 3, Baldur’s Gate 3 is what fantasy RPGs should be: Freedom personified with a hint of the sexy vampire. Now set to include a photo mode… either you’re sold or you’re criminally insane.

Ghost of Tsushima Director’s CUT – $47.99

As I said in the review, a Kurosawa film with a whole lot of history behind it. The clanging of blades, the frantic combat, the employment of stealth to make it easier, and the general Japanese adventure, I loved my time with Ghost of Tsushima earlier this year and it goes without saying that it is bloody stunning. Bemoan being asked to sign in to a PlayStation account if you will, or do the normal thing and skip that to enjoy a great (if standard) open-world title.

Mad Max – $1.99

Another open-world title, but this time based on a very different type of film, Avalanche Studios’ Mad Max is very Mad Max. With car combat that feels satisfying, a shotgun that turns people into red mist, and a whole lot of interesting weather mechanics. For this price, the 2015 title is a steal, especially on PC.

Supermarket Simulator – $8.44

If I can pull my finger out, I’ll explain exactly why Nokta Games’ BiM Simulator is a fantastic game, but first I need to climb out of a three-month coma. Still in early access, you own a small convenience store with half the surplus stock held behind the counter, eventually getting to the point of selling toilet paper like it was early 2020 and shouting at staff to stack the shelves a little quicker. The game that kickstarted a whole genre of clones, there is almost nothing like Supermarket Simulator.

Dungeons of Hinterberg – $14.99

Yes, I would have jumped straight to TCG Card Shop Simulator after that, but that’s not on sale, so enjoy Austrian Persona instead. There isn’t anything else to say beyond that, as Dungeons of Hinterberg is a Persona game in all but name, and a lack of teenagers that weird men claim they want to make their “Waifu,” whatever that is. Colorful, fun, and full of adventure, Dungeons of Hinterberg is one of the year’s best experiences.

Nobody Wants to Die – $17.99

However, if you’re looking for a narrative experience that isn’t too long and has a hint of The Fifth Element about it (though with a 20s-40s style to it), there is nothing better than Nobody Wants to Die. Some could say that it lacks a lot of gameplay, which to some degree it does. The story of James Karra is more so an adventure/thriller tale than an action one. Something that I think a lot of people are going to say is quite high on their lists at the end of the year.

Lies of P – $35.99

I started the list with a Souls game, I’ll end the list with a Souls-like. One of the best in the last year or so, in my opinion (which should be expanded on in our break). There isn’t much to say, it is Dark Souls (1) with the dark theming of Bloodborne, telling the story of Pinocchio. Not entirely original, but the flecks of originality throughout make Lies of P stand out against the misty grey background of the thousands of other Souls-likes released every year.

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