The Steam Thread - Page 125

JonInMiddleGA · 06-18-2020, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by thesloppy

I feel like I need something that keeps my brain constantly engaged/distracted at the moment

Damn, you just nailed pretty much the exact reason I'm able to engage with Fortnite at the moment. I can turn off portions of my brain, while totally focusing on the screen in front of me with other parts of my brain.

Thomkal · 06-18-2020, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by MizzouRah

I picked up Troubleshooter: Abandoned Children today after watching some LP's and reading some reviews.

It's like an X-Com Anime game. Anyone play it?

Never heard of it. Anime makes me less interested in though.

thesloppy · 06-19-2020, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by MizzouRah

I picked up Troubleshooter: Abandoned Children today after watching some LP's and reading some reviews.

It's like an X-Com Anime game. Anyone play it?

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Originally Posted by Thomkal

Never heard of it. Anime makes me less interested in though.

On the topic of Troubleshooter, I didn't play very far, but I got the impression that you didn't recruit your own squad of soldiers, rather you picked up new static characters as a result of progressing through missions, for better or worse.

I actually felt that all the characters & their powers/skilltrees were more unique than what you could choose from in X-com, but it didn't necessarily scratch that particular itch of building a squad of your own design from the ground up.

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Originally Posted by JonInMiddleGA

Damn, you just nailed pretty much the exact reason I'm able to engage with Fortnite at the moment. I can turn off portions of my brain, while totally focusing on the screen in front of me with other parts of my brain.

Yeah, pre-covid I would play a decent amount of sports sims, and I could not handle all of the inactive loading time of something like Football Manager right now. Interestingly, there's still turn-based stuff that appeals to me right now, but like the feedback/response has to be pretty much instant.

Miller Time · 06-19-2020, 07:15 PM

If anyone wants a steam key for nba2k 20 send me a PM with your email address. My machine couldn’t handle it and not my thing anyways. It was included in a humble bundle I bought.

Thomkal · 06-20-2020, 07:41 AM

Injustice: Gods Among us Ultimate Edition, the DC Heroes version of the fighting game series, is now free at Steam

SirFozzie · 06-20-2020, 08:08 AM

and xbox and ps4 is free too

SirFozzie · 06-20-2020, 08:19 AM

Dola: Also, Humankind is getting some props in hands-on testing.

Humankind’s big ideas work even better in practice | PCGamesN

Qwikshot · 06-21-2020, 07:26 AM

I got Titanfall 2 off steam. Beat the single campaign in a day but it was fun. Not really into the multiplayer aspects, but it was fun for the price.

tarcone · 06-21-2020, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by SirFozzie

Dola: Also, Humankind is getting some props in hands-on testing.

Humankind’s big ideas work even better in practice | PCGamesN

Have you seen a release date for this? I see the gerneral 202o statement, but nothing firm.

This looks to be an instabuy.

Thomkal · 06-21-2020, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by SirFozzie

Dola: Also, Humankind is getting some props in hands-on testing.

Humankind’s big ideas work even better in practice | PCGamesN

Yeah certainly will be giving that one a try when it comes out. Lomadiah on YouTube got invited to an early access look at the game and posted her thoughts about it:

Humankind Alpha Gameplay - YouTube

tarcone · 06-21-2020, 09:45 AM

Never mind, I found it. Says latter half of 2020.

EDIT: Now 2021. According to that video just posted.

Qwikshot · 06-22-2020, 12:02 PM

I like Colt Canyon...fun little Western rogue-like shooter.

MizzouRah · 06-23-2020, 01:04 PM

I preordered CK3 Royal Edition today on GMG, they have it for 16% off, which is something.

I've been dabbling in CK2 and from what videos I've seen of CK3, it has a much more robust in-game helper system to suggest things you could/should be doing.

BishopMVP · 06-23-2020, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by SirFozzie

Dola: Also, Humankind is getting some props in hands-on testing.

Humankind’s big ideas work even better in practice | PCGamesN

I like the idea of being able to change what buffs you get each era, but actually changing your civilization each era seems like it's more confusion than it's worth.

Either way, it basically looks like an updated, human, version of Endless Legend which I loved early on. I do think with their emphasis on each faction playing differently it started to get a little overwhelming as they added more expansions and game mechanics. I definitely loved their combat more than Civ or Old World.

MizzouRah · 06-23-2020, 10:54 PM

I'm liking Old World quite a bit the more I play.

dolfin · 06-24-2020, 12:52 AM

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Originally Posted by MizzouRah

I'm liking Old World quite a bit the more I play.

I've been interested in giving this a try

Fidatelo · 06-24-2020, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Fidatelo

I have no idea how I'd missed the existence of Shadow Tactics up to this point, but thank you for this! I played the demo of Depserados III last night and had a blast! Also gave the Shadow Tactics demo a try (haven't completed it yet) and it's also a tonne of fun.

Between the two, Desperados III does seem better. I like being able to pause, and the layouts of the maps (at least between the two demos) were a little more clear on what my options were.

I'm definitely going to pick up one of these soon. Word on the street is that the Steam Summer Sale starts a week from now, so I'll likely hold off and see if Shadow Tactics gets a good discount (presumably Desperados won't so soon after release). All things being close to equal, though, I'll go with Desperados.

Well, Shadow Tactics was down to $6.50 CDN yesterday so I jumped on it. Wish I could take a day off work and play for hours!

MizzouRah · 06-24-2020, 08:58 AM

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Originally Posted by dolfin

I've been interested in giving this a try

It still has some rough edges but it's a nice change of pace from Civ 6.

MizzouRah · 06-24-2020, 10:15 AM

Rival stars horse racing desktop edition comes out today... anyone ever play the mobile game?

Warhammer · 06-24-2020, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Fidatelo

Well, Shadow Tactics was down to $6.50 CDN yesterday so I jumped on it. Wish I could take a day off work and play for hours!

I did the same thing! Of course with COVID and the sales side being extremely quiet, I am going to see if I can have it going in the background.

Thomkal · 06-24-2020, 01:27 PM

Interesting package of freebies at GoG.com for the upcoming Cyberpunk 2077 now until Jul 4. And maybe a good deal on a preorder of the Cyberpunk game plus all three editions of the Witcher game plus the digital edition of the Witcher board game plus the Thronebreaker, the single player game set in the Witcher universe for $87.77

Thomkal · 06-25-2020, 08:06 AM

Gloomhaven Guildmaster update will be live sometime around 1pm EST today. From what I'm reading it sounds like its going to be a new way to play the game. Your progression will have to be deleted in order to play this mode, however there is a way to keep your current progression on Steam. Don't have it handy but should be in one their last updates on their news page. Right now this mode will be staying in game when it launches along with a close to full adaptation of the board game.

tyketime · 06-25-2020, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Thomkal

Gloomhaven Guildmaster update will be live sometime around 1pm EST today. From what I'm reading it sounds like its going to be a new way to play the game. Your progression will have to be deleted in order to play this mode, however there is a way to keep your current progression on Steam. Don't have it handy but should be in one their last updates on their news page. Right now this mode will be staying in game when it launches along with a close to full adaptation of the board game.

My game just updated. Gonna run thru the new Tutorial. But intro screen indicated 90 new scenarios have been added...

Thomkal · 06-25-2020, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by tyketime

My game just updated. Gonna run thru the new Tutorial. But intro screen indicated 90 new scenarios have been added...

I finished the tutorial to the point where I'm looking for a second member to join the guild. My brain just seems to have a hard time figuring out what exactly they want me to do in each round. Just glad they let me restart the round if/when I die.

NobodyHere · 06-25-2020, 03:49 PM

I really need to play through that Board Game.

tyketime · 06-25-2020, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Thomkal

I finished the tutorial to the point where I'm looking for a second member to join the guild. My brain just seems to have a hard time figuring out what exactly they want me to do in each round. Just glad they let me restart the round if/when I die.

Between the "How To Play" Help screens and the new Tutorial, I think things are clicking a little more. I also stopped just when they introduced the world map.

By the way - Summer Sale just started. Game is now 25% off for those interested...

BYU 14 · 06-25-2020, 04:25 PM

Looking for a new XCom experience form the current sale.

For those that have one or both

Gears Tactics or Mutant Year Zero?

Atocep · 06-25-2020, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by BYU 14

Looking for a new XCom experience form the current sale.

For those that have one or both

Gears Tactics or Mutant Year Zero?

Gears tactics is the better game IMO. You get 10+ more hours of gameplay, more interesting upgrades and loot, and a good story. Mutant Year Zero is a good game, but not in the same class as Gears Tactics.

MizzouRah · 06-25-2020, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by tyketime

Between the "How To Play" Help screens and the new Tutorial, I think things are clicking a little more. I also stopped just when they introduced the world map.

By the way - Summer Sale just started. Game is now 25% off for those interested...

Grabbed it in the sale.. hope to dive into it tonight.

BYU 14 · 06-25-2020, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Atocep

Gears tactics is the better game IMO. You get 10+ more hours of gameplay, more interesting upgrades and loot, and a good story. Mutant Year Zero is a good game, but not in the same class as Gears Tactics.

Thanks, I really like the videos I have watched, i think the only drawback is it's linear, but the combat looks great

MizzouRah · 06-25-2020, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by BYU 14

Thanks, I really like the videos I have watched, i think the only drawback is it's linear, but the combat looks great

It's definitely a AAA TBS game, the price was just a bit steep. Now is a good time to grab it during the sale.

MYZ is fun though, just not the same budget as Gears.

BYU 14 · 06-25-2020, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by MizzouRah

It's definitely a AAA TBS game, the price was just a bit steep. Now is a good time to grab it during the sale.

MYZ is fun though, just not the same budget as Gears.

Well fuck it, I'll get both, thanks guys!

MizzouRah · 06-25-2020, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by BYU 14

Well fuck it, I'll get both, thanks guys!

Phoenix Point is my favorite Xcom type game, but it's only on the Epic Store.

tarcone · 06-28-2020, 03:45 PM

Game of Thrones has a beta test going on. A buddy got a key and said it is really good. I missed getting a key. Very bummed.

It is scheduled to come out Q3 this year.

Bee · 06-29-2020, 08:37 AM

Both Phoenix Point and Gears Tactics are available on X-Box Gamepass for PC.

SlyBelle1 · 06-29-2020, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by tarcone

Game of Thrones has a beta test going on. A buddy got a key and said it is really good. I missed getting a key. Very bummed.

It is scheduled to come out Q3 this year.

Just curious, what upcoming GOT game is this? Any chance there is a link to the info about it?

MizzouRah · 06-29-2020, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by SlyBelle1

Just curious, what upcoming GOT game is this? Any chance there is a link to the info about it?

My guess is this, which I have on my wish list:

A Game of Thrones: The Board Game - Digital Edition on Steam

SlyBelle1 · 06-29-2020, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by MizzouRah

My guess is this, which I have on my wish list:

A Game of Thrones: The Board Game - Digital Edition on Steam

Thanks...does look good.

tarcone · 06-29-2020, 10:06 AM

Yes that is the game. The actual board game is fantastic. So I have high hopes for this

BYU 14 · 06-29-2020, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by tarcone

Yes that is the game. The actual board game is fantastic. So I have high hopes for this

Me too, I enjoyed playing the board game, it was just hard to get a full compliment of players all the time. Being able to play remote will be huge!

tarcone · 06-29-2020, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by BYU 14

Me too, I enjoyed playing the board game, it was just hard to get a full compliment of players all the time. Being able to play remote will be huge!

My buddy said the AI plays well. And it makes "deals". Not sure what. But deal making is a big part of the game.

SlyBelle1 · 06-29-2020, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by tarcone

My buddy said the AI plays well. And it makes "deals". Not sure what. But deal making is a big part of the game.

Thanks for the info and awareness...had no idea it was coming out. Certainly near the top of my wish list now.

BYU 14 · 06-29-2020, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by tarcone

My buddy said the AI plays well. And it makes "deals". Not sure what. But deal making is a big part of the game.

Which may be better than my kids constantly ganging up against me

MizzouRah · 06-29-2020, 09:02 PM

Anyone playing Tainted Grail via early access?

I'm on a deck game crazy right now.. and this one is like a top down isometric card RPG.

Thomkal · 06-29-2020, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by MizzouRah

Anyone playing Tainted Grail via early access?

I'm on a deck game crazy right now.. and this one is like a top down isometric card RPG.

Yeah Nookrium took a look at it on youtube. Looks like an interesting take on a card rpg + King Arthur setting.

MizzouRah · 06-29-2020, 10:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Thomkal

Yeah Nookrium took a look at it on youtube. Looks like an interesting take on a card rpg + King Arthur setting.

Yeah, I've watched a few LP's, still very early in EA but looks fun.

PilotMan · 06-29-2020, 11:12 PM

I need 3,6,7 & 10 for summer cards.

I've got 3x of #1 for tradsies. Hoorah.

SirFozzie · 06-30-2020, 12:27 AM

If you like games like Slay the Spire you may want to take a look at Griftlands.. It's in early access but it's like a Slay the Spire RPG, as you maintain seperate decks for negotiation and combat.

thesloppy · 06-30-2020, 12:35 AM

I played a couple hours of Griftlands today, after getting absolutely sunk into Monster Train for like a month, and it didn't really take for me. It is getting good community reviews though.

bhlloy · 06-30-2020, 01:39 AM

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Originally Posted by thesloppy

I played a couple hours of Griftlands today, after getting absolutely sunk into Monster Train for like a month, and it didn't really take for me. It is getting good community reviews though.

I concur. Didn't really grab me either. Felt like it was trying to be a mashup of things and I didn't really get the mechanisms either. With all the other games I've bought over the last 3 months it's gone to the bottom of the pile for now, I'm sure it will get another look at some point.

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06-23-2020, 01:04 PM	#6213
MizzouRah Hall Of Famer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Troy, Mo	I preordered CK3 Royal Edition today on GMG, they have it for 16% off, which is something. I've been dabbling in CK2 and from what videos I've seen of CK3, it has a much more robust in-game helper system to suggest things you could/should be doing.

06-23-2020, 10:54 PM	#6215
MizzouRah Hall Of Famer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Troy, Mo	I'm liking Old World quite a bit the more I play.

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MizzouRah Hall Of Famer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Troy, Mo	Rival stars horse racing desktop edition comes out today... anyone ever play the mobile game?

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06-25-2020, 08:06 AM	#6222
Thomkal Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Surfside Beach,SC USA	Gloomhaven Guildmaster update will be live sometime around 1pm EST today. From what I'm reading it sounds like its going to be a new way to play the game. Your progression will have to be deleted in order to play this mode, however there is a way to keep your current progression on Steam. Don't have it handy but should be in one their last updates on their news page. Right now this mode will be staying in game when it launches along with a close to full adaptation of the board game. __________________ Coastal Carolina Baseball-2016 National Champion! 10/17/20-Coastal Football ranked in Top 25 for first time!

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