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Yearly Archives: 2018
Great Steam Summer Sale Games at Greater Prices
by Jason Parker (Ragachak) and Joshua Newberry (Epip)
The Annual Steam Sales are when gamers around the world dump their wallets into Gabe Newell’s Scrooge McDuckian vault, where I assume he cackles maniacally and dives in, using the secret “Gold Swimming” technique. I don’t really spend on it like I used to, because I have most of the games I want. But that doesn’t help you guys at all! So, with a very special thanks to Epip, a little research has been done! Across a few Discord servers, a question was offered up, as to what the “Best Games Under 10 bucks are or are on sale for more than 50% off” were. The Bottom Tier Discord was included in this, and from those discussions, a nice list of about 20 games were put together. So I’m going to narrow this down with my “very Scientific method of whatever the Hell I feel like” and offer some suggestions to you guys! The sale is still going on, so it’s likely not too late. If one of these (or more) have ended, then my sincerest apologies. I don’t think that will happen though. These games are in no particular order, but the ones I find most interesting will be bolded. So please allow me to kibitz about some sales!
1. Fallout New Vegas Ultimate ($9.99) (Reg. $19.99, 50%) – Come on, it’s arguably one of the best action RPGs made. The Mojave Wasteland is the setting of this Fallout title, where you’re out to find the person who killed you. Well, they tried anyway. The western setting is very compelling, and the Ultimate edition comes with all of the DLC that was developed for the game, which is wonderful. It also has way more guns than Fallout 3 had, and isn’t that what’s really important? With Fallout 76 coming later this year, it is a great time to give this important title in the Fallout franchise a spin, if you have not already. If you just want the base game and none of the DLC, you can pick that up for $3.29 (Reg. $9.99, 67%). There are lots of different ways to approach it, and none of them is the wrong way.
2. Hollow Knight ($9.89) (Reg. $14.99, 34%) – This is not the last Metroidvania to be on this list, but Hollow Knight is also a topical pick, as it recently came to the Nintendo Switch. Hollow Knight has grim but adorable art, and incredibly sharp, responsive controls. Team Cherry really outdid themselves with this one, and any platformer with free DLC is okay in my book. It is a gorgeous, loving tribute to the challenge and feel of the 2D platformers of old on the SNES. From the incredible music of Christopher Larkin to the absolutely stunning hand-drawn art, this game has it all. Metroidvanias are my favorite platformers too. I love searching, exploring, finding new powerups and putting them to use in crazy ways, and this definitely has that on tap. Other Suggested Pick: Ori and the Blind Forest Definitive Edition is in this same category, is just as gorgeous and technically sound and has another title in this series coming ($9.99) ($19.99, 50%).
3. Darkest Dungeon ($7.49) ($24.99, 70%) – Confession Time – this is one of the only games on this list that I do not have in my personal Steam collection. But everyone I know seems to have it and streams it, so I have a lot of experience with Darkest Dungeon. Darkest Dungeon is a gothic roguelike that is also a turn-based RPG, and those are two great tastes that go great together. What makes this fascinating is that it’s also a psychological thriller-style game. You have to deal with the psychological stresses of adventuring, where monsters and stress both are something you combat. I’ve talked to people who found this game helpful to their own mental struggles, to know that they aren’t the only one dealing with those tribulations, and that’s interesting in and of itself. The art is in a gorgeous crowquill style, currently has 16 character classes, and there’s a wealth of challenge to the game. There’s also the “Ancestral Edition” on sale ($22.34) (Reg. $53.95, 59%), that comes with all the DLC, and the Soundtrack, which is also very much worth a buy. Other Suggested Pick: Rogue Legacy however, I have personal experience playing, which we played on Bottom Tier (found here), and is a terrific rogutelite where every time you die, you play as an ancestor of the last characters, each with their own “quirk”, whether it be good or bad ($2.99) (Reg. $14.99, 80%).
4. Borderlands 1 & 2 (1: $4.99 (Reg. $19.99, 75%)) (2: $4.99 (Reg. $19.99, 75%)) – This shouldn’t be one I have to explain too much. No matter what you think of Gearbox, the Borderlands games are absolute treasures in the online multiplayer shooter/RPG genre. With outrageous, insane characters, wild, ridiculous guns, incredible amounts of content, and a nice simple story, these are an absolute hoot to play. I’ve yet to encounter a world so bonkers as I have with Borderlands that I enjoyed this much. I should really go back and play these, now that I’m thinking about it. Whether you play single player or in online four-player co-op, these games give you what you want: Violence, Explosions, Cool Guns, Explosions, Witty Dialogue, and Explosions.
5. Terraria ($4.99) (Reg. $9.99, 50%) – Terraria’s not really my cup of tea. It’s another case of “this is really amazing for the people into this style of game”, and the Overwhelmingly Positive reviews on Steam are a testament to it. Terraria is a side-scrolling sandbox building/survival title where you explore, dig, fight, and do whatever you feel like doing! You can construct massive structures, a village, city, just go exploring through randomly generated worlds, and also does plenty of free updates (aren’t those just the best?) Another great part of this sale is that you can buy the Terraria 4-Pack for 50% off right now too ($14.99 – Reg. $29.99), so if you have friends that are interested in playing this online with you, you now have a team of adventurers! Who can’t beat that? Damn, 60 of my friends on Steam have this. I know couples that play it together, friends that regularly hop online and stream their adventures, there’s just so much to do in it.
6. Dead Cells ($11.99) (Reg. $19.99, 40%) – If you thought somehow I was done talking about how amazing Dead Cells is, you’d be. . . dead wrong. It doesn’t exactly fit the qualifications of this piece, but it’s 100% worth getting anyway. It’s a platforming roguelite Metroidvania, and it’s still in Early Access. It’s gorgeous, insanely challenging, and every playthrough you get just a little bit better. A little bit stronger. So instead of prattling on about this game (again), here’s a review of it, and a recent stream of it.
7. Undertale ($4.99) (Reg. $9.99, 50%) – Undertale is a game that I have not completed, like many on my list, but this one’s special. Undertale creates a unique opportunity in that you can (and probably should) complete the game without defeating any enemies. It keeps track of what you do/do not kill, and effortlessly combines rhythm-based “combat” with a turn-based RPG. It’s an unforgettable story, teaches valuable life lessons, and has scenes that are sincerely touching/anger inducing, depending on how you feel about the characters. For a game that initially started as an EarthBound hack, it really has created something special. It’s a must-experience RPG, and getting at least two or three runs out of it is not uncommon. For five bucks, you can’t miss Undertale.
8. Furi ($7.99) (Reg. $19.99, 60%) – This is another game I’ve reviewed here on OnRPG! This is a game that I’m absolutely awful at, but love everything from the aesthetic to the actual difficulty of the game. You can find that review at this handy link, but the essence of Furi is that it’s a Bullet Hell conveniently disguised in a Boss Rush. It’s an arcade-style dueling game, where you head from one insanely difficult boss to the next with an amazing visual style and very catchy, addictive music. The key to the game is simple: Kill the Jailer, and then you’re free. You’re in a jail because you committed “crimes” that are apparently so unspeakable, they’re not immediately clear. It’s probably something spooky like “free thought”. It’s a real testament to what can be done in Unity, and I never felt like I was losing because I was bad, but because I didn’t learn the mechanics. Plus the characters were designed by Takashi Okazaki (Afro Samurai), and who doesn’t love that?
9. Stardew Valley ($11.99) (Reg. $14.99, 20%) – This one to me is another kind of no-brainer pick. And I understand, it technically doesn’t make the list (again), but this is my list! And Stardew Valley is an incredible game. Do you remember those wonderful farming games like Harvest Moon, where you find yourself doing something you hate (yard work/working outdoors) but somehow wind up loving anyway? That’s what Stardew Valley is. You inherited your grandfather’s farm, and it’s time to settle down, start a new life, and make something of it/yourself! You’ll make friends, probably find love, and create a profitable, lively farm! Plus there is now the Multiplayer Opt-In Beta so you can play with a friend and work together! It’s soothing, adorable, and it is easily one of the most heartwarming experiences I’ve had playing video games.
10. Bastion ($3.73) (Reg. $14.99, 75%) – Bastion released almost seven years ago and was an overnight indie sensation. The game features a narrator who describes every step of your journey of discovery in the wake of The Calamity. It’s a gorgeous, action-packed title with an isometric point of view, stunning hand-painted artwork, and a soundtrack that transports you into the game world. And at 75% off ($3.74) it’s a steal of a deal if you’ve never experienced the game before. If you loved Bastion, definitely check out developer Supergiant Games’s follow-up Transistor, a sci-fi action RPG, now on sale for $4.99 (also 75% off)
Honorable Mentions:
Crypt of the Necrodancer: $2.99 ($14.99 80%)
FTL: Faster Than Light $2.49 ($9.99 75%)
Hotline Miami 1: ($2.49 ($9.99 75%)) & 2 ($3.74 ($14.99 75%))
Risk of Rain: $2.49 ($9.99 75%)
Salt and Sanctuary: $8.99 ($17.99 50%)
Torchlight 2: $4.99 ($19.99 75%)
Eonia: $5.99 ($11.99 50%)
Left 4 Dead 2: $1.99 ($19.99 90%) (Side: Half-Life 2 $0.99 ($9.99 90%))
Neverwinter Ravenloft Darkfish Fey Wolf Raffle
We’ve partnered with Perfect World & Cryptic to celebrate the launch of Neverwinter: Ravenloft with a mount giveaway!

Neverwinter is a free-to-play action MMORPG that features fast-paced combat and epic dungeons. Players explore the vast city of Neverwinter and its surrounding countryside, learning the vivid history of the iconic city in the Forgotten Realms and battling its many enemies. Neverwinter is available on PC and is free to play digitally on Xbox One (with Xbox Live Gold*) and PlayStation®4 (PlayStation®Plus not required). *On Xbox, Xbox Live Gold membership (sold separately) required.
Neverwinter: Ravenloft is now live on PC! Learn more about the game and its latest expansion by visiting http://www.playneverwinter.com
You’re entering for a chance to win a Darkfish Fey Wolf mount, with 80% movement speed and three insignia slots:

These mounts are for Neverwinter (PC) only (RU excluded), are bind on pickup, and are limited to one per account.
For Your Chance At This Mount:
- Visit the official entry thread. If you don’t have one, you will need to sign up for a forum account to post.
- Post a reply to the thread telling us what you like most about the Ravenloft update!
- Winners will be announced on Friday, July 6. Codes will be sent via PM on the forums, so make sure to check back and see if you’ve won!
Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy Available on Xbox One, Switch and Steam
Crash fans rejoice! Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy is live on Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam. This is the first time that the original three games are playable on any of these platforms. To celebrate it, there are two new levels brought to the Trilogy at no additional cost. “Stormy Ascent” is an infamous unfinished level from the original Crash Bandicoot, and another brand-new level will be coming out called “Future Tense”, developed by Vicarious Visions. In Future world, players dodge rockets, destroy robots, and leap over lasers while ascending a massive skyscraper. It is an homage to the unreleased Waterfall level from the original Crash Bandicoot game.
“Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy was the number-one-selling remastered collection in PS4 history¹, and we’re excited to bring Crash in all his “Fur-K” glory to all major platforms today,” said Steve Young, Chief Revenue Officer at Activision. “Crash has bridged gaps between generations, and we’re honored to continue his legacy by giving fans the opportunity to experience the fun of the remastered trilogy across multiple platforms.”
Barack Fu – The Adventures of Dirty Barry (Shaq Fu) Gameplay Trailer
The secret bonus game within physical copies of Shaq Fu: A Legend Reborn has been revealed! It’s “Barack Fu: The Adventures of Dirty Barry”! It is a timed download available to all people who purchased a physical edition of Shaq Fu and is available to play today on all platforms. Please note that he is a parody, and not endorsed by any celebrity. When the fuzz can’t crack the case and the private dicks don’t have a clue, Dirty Barry gets the call. Jet to Paris and even outer space, battling crazy bosses and their mad minions as the ex-POTUS-on-notice dispenses justice for all.
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Nintendo Switch News – Week of 6/29/2018
by Jason Parker (Ragachak)
Hello, Internet! I’m back with all of the upcoming/now playing Nintendo Switch news for the week of 6/29/2018! This one’s a little hard to do because honestly, I’m too wrapped up in watching SDGQ 2018 and perhaps planning an FFIV – Free Enterprise run for a future speedrunning event. We’ll see how that goes down. One thing we heard is that Nidhogg 2 is “coming”, but we don’t know when. All we know is that it’s going down eventually, and as soon as we know, you’ll know! But we have something a bit more concrete in The Lion’s Song. Set in early 20th century Austria, the critically acclaimed The Lion’s Song is a series of four self-contained point-and-click stories, featuring fictional artists and scientists, all blessed with unique, outstanding skill. The stories follow in the footsteps of these brilliant minds, their struggles, what helps them create, and the choices they make have an impact on future and past episodes, connecting it all into one evocative, compelling narrative. The Lion’s Song is coming to the Nintendo Switch from Steam/iOS/Android and is hitting the Switch on July 10th.
Crush Your Enemies is a game I reviewed some time ago (see here), but I absolutely loved it. It was a simple concept, with that old-school strategy goodness that I adore. It already had a pretty easy-to-use control scheme which will suit the joycons well (even just one Joycon), online and local multiplayer, and the best part of these old-school strategy games is that they don’t take 45 minutes to an hour to finish a single stage. It’s got the raunchy humor, solid gameplay, weird, hilarious bosses, and plenty of depth for all you tactics/strategy fans. It’s not one I’d miss out on, were I you. This one is an absolute hoot. It’s kind of a slow news week, but that won’t stop us! Let’s get going!
TurtlePop: Journey to Freedom (June 28th): DigipEn Game Studios released TurtlePop title to the switch, and this particular updated edition (Journey to Freedom Tuned Edition) is Switch Exclusive. This enhanced edition is free to existing players. The game sees players picking from adorable characters like Bebo, Deepshi, Slimmie, Smarts, Willis, and Sparky the Turtle, as they work through platform puzzle-solving stages, to get their pals to freedom. Players will also utilize “The Genie,” an airborne support turtle that can manipulate the game world it-shell-f as well as slowly and steadily enhancing the abilities of the turtles. It’s cute, it’s challenging, it’s TurtlePop (12.99)
Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus (June 29th): Come on, it’s Wolfenstein. What more do I really have to say here? It’s the latest in the current Wolfenstein Reboot, set in an alternate timeline where the Nazis managed to drop the first Nuke, and demolished New York. America surrendered, and now the Nazis control America. So it’s up to BJ Blazcowicz, the baddest, toughest dude ever to save America, work with the revolution, and brutally murder as many Nazis as he possibly can. This is hot on the heels of the announcement of the next game, which will feature co-op, playing as his two daughters. Terror-Billy is here to slaughter every Nazi in sight, and you won’t want to let this one pass you by. (59.99)
Overwatch – Wrecking Ball Origin Story/Developer Update
The next hero coming to Overwatch is a tinkerer that fights using an iron-clad mech: Wrecking Ball. Yes, they’re a hamster. No, it’s not an April Fool’s joke. Wrecking Ball is the 28th hero to come to Overwatch and is in the tank role. We have their origin story as well as a developer update discussing his abilities and playstyle.
Elite Dangerous: Beyond – Chapter Two Now Available
The next free update for Elite: Dangerous is out today, and that’s Chapter Two of Elite: Dangerous – Beyond. This is the third Elite Dangerous season and is free for all players, and is heavily focused on community-requested enhancements to the player experience as a whole. New in-game content will come alongside it to add to the ever-expanding player-driven narrative. Chapter Two is a bit smaller, though still packed with plenty to do. Players will find two new ships – the Krait Mk II and the Alliance Challenger – as well as a selection of new Wing Missions, installation interactions, new settlements to explore and a cache of new Guardian weapons and technology from the Tech Brokers to combat the ever-growing and ever-encroaching Thargoid threat. Further details on this update can be found on their forums, here.
The Bullet Ballet Begins Soon: MOTHERGUNSHIP Out in July
FPS/Bullet Hell Hybrid MOTHERGUNSHIP is due out on July 17th, 2018 on PC, Playstation 4 and Xbox One for $24.99. The object of the game is simple enough -Destroy the Mothergunship. Earth has been ravaged by data-hoarding aliens and it’s up to you to destroy every single one of them. As the spiritual successor to Tower of Guns, MOTHERGUNSHIP blends bullet hell and FPS gameplay together with extremely versatile crafting. MOTHERGUNSHIP also boasts an Endless mode with leaderboards, letting players test their greatest gun crafts against the toughest gauntlet that Terrible Posture/Grip Digital has to offer.
In partnership with Sold Out, MOTHERGUNSHIP will also have a physical release set to hit PS4 and Xbox One later this August. A specific physical release date will be shared closer to launch.
