Official Half-Life 2 Trailer ValveVideos 2009-02-12 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/220 ABOUT THE GAME 1998. HALF-LIFE sends a shock through the game industry with its combination of pounding action and continuous, immersive storytelling. Valve's debut title wins more than 50 game-of-the-year awards on its way to being named "Best PC Game Ever" by PC Gamer, and launches a franchise with more than eight million retail units sold worldwide. NOW. By taking the suspense, challenge and visceral charge of the original, and adding startling new realism and responsiveness, Half-Life 2 opens the door to a world where the player's presence affects everything around him, from the physical environment to the behaviors even the emotions of both friends and enemies. The player again picks up the crowbar of research scientist Gordon Freeman, who finds himself on an alien-infested Earth being picked to the bone, its resources depleted, its populace dwindling. Freeman is thrust into the unenviable role of rescuing the world from the wrong he unleashed back at Black Mesa. And a lot of people people he cares about are counting on him. The intense, real-time gameplay of Half-Life 2 is made possible only by Source®, Valve's new proprietary engine technology. Source provides major enhancements in: Characters: Advanced facial animation system delivers the most sophisticated in-game characters ever seen. With 40 distinct facial "muscles," human characters convey the full array of human emotion, and respond to the player with fluidity and intelligence. Physics: From pebbles to water to 2-ton trucks respond as expected, as they obey the laws of mass, friction, gravity, and buoyancy. Graphics: Source's shader-based renderer, like the one used at Pixar to create movies such as Toy Story® and Monster's, Inc.®, creates the most beautiful and realistic environments ever seen in a video game. AI: Neither friends nor enemies charge blindly into the fray. They can assess threats, navigate tricky terrain, and fashion weapons from whatever is at hand. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Minimum: 1.2 GHz Processor, 256MB RAM, DirectX 7 level graphics card, Windows 2000/XP, Mouse, Keyboard, Internet Connection Recommended: 2.4 GHz Processor, 512MB RAM, DirectX 9 level graphics card, Windows 2000/XP, Mouse, Keyboard, Internet Connectio
Iron Grip: Marauders |Free to Play| ValveVideos 2011-10-01 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/31740Open Deal in Steam Client_ "Copy Paste in URL"steam://store/31740STEAMPLAY - Windows & MacTitle: Iron Grip: MaraudersGenre: Massively Multiplayer, Indie, Strategy, Free to PlayDeveloper: ISOTXPublisher: ISOTXRelease Date: 30 Sep 2011Languages: English**languages with full audio supportMMOSpecial Offer_Play now through October 30th and receive "Jasmine's Goodies" - a special booster pack that includes 2000 Iron, 4000 Gold, 1 Bombtruck, 1 Wheel of Doom, 2 Smuggling trucks, and 1 Ambulance.About the Game_Iron Grip: Marauders is the first online strategy game to include tactical battles in spectacular 3D, all of which can be streamed in your browser. Thanks to the innovative blending of a browser strategy game with Unity software, the game is able to deliver advanced strategic planning along with great looking individual battles played in a turn-based format, and it's easy to quickly get into the action.Iron Grip: Marauders is the latest addition to the Iron Grip series. The game takes place several years after Iron Grip: Lords of War.In the land of Kathos, an aristocratic country caught up in internal conflict, the strain and turmoil has finally reached a boiling point. The troops of the Rahmos Protectorate States have moved to the southern border in expectation of a pending war with the neighboring Confederation of Nallum; leaving entire regions unprotected.This situation has attracted the attention of marauders: mercenary pirates whose ranks range from highly trained ex-military men to common thieves. Many of these marauders came from Atelia, where they used to serve as soldiers of fortune for the Atelian tribal leaders.As captain of a horde of airship-borne raiders, players roam the vast regions of Kathos in search of good smuggling opportunities and wealthy targets to raid. For the exceptionally bold marauder, there is the option to assault secret bases belonging to Bosses -- assuming they can find enough allies to help them complete the attacks.Key features_ Tactical Combat -- Fight challenging turn-based battles against fierce AI Cooperative Multiplayer -- Raid powerful Bosses with your friends for big rewards Exciting Quests -- Progress through a series of story based missions Non-stop game development -- Continuous introduction of new game features Immersive Visuals - Atmospheric graphics bring the Iron Grip Universe to life Growing Universe -- Rich back-story based on the ever-evolving Iron Grip Universe
Rise of Immortals |Free to Play| ValveVideos 2011-10-01 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/90530Open Deal in Steam Client_ "Copy Paste in URL"steam://store/90530Title: Rise of ImmortalsGenre: Free to Play, Action, StrategyDeveloper: Petroglyph GamesPublisher: Petroglyph GamesRelease Date: 29 Sep 2011Languages: EnglishSingle-playerMulti-playerMMOCo-opSteam AchievementsSteam LeaderboardsStatsController enabledReviews_"Rise of Immortals is an ambitious title trying to shake up the MOBA genre. Depending on your tastes and tendencies as a player your mileage may vary or you might not find the game challenging or competitive enough but Petroglyph has brought in a social aspect like no other MOBA."RTSguru.com - 8/10Special Offer_Players who register Rise of Immortals through Steam before October 6th will receive several exclusive items: One of Four exclusive unlocked Immortals (a 500 in-game coin value) from this listing: A limited-edition skin for the new Immortal Trovoc 200 Petroglyph coins to spend on in-game items.About the Game_Rise of Immortals features the popular action-strategy gameplay of traditional MOBA games, but adds enhanced socialization features, along with persistent character progression -- a first for the MOBA genre. In addition, Rise of Immortals features a social hub where players can show off their enhanced Immortals, chat, emote, browse leaderboards, shop, update friend lists and more. Players also have the option of taking their Immortals through cooperative Player versus Environment (PvE) scenarios to learn the game, try out new abilities, and earn persistent experience before jumping into Player versus Player (PvP) matchesKey Features_ Free-to-play 12 unique Immortals at launch with additional Immortals released regularly Persistent per-Immortal level progression and skill trees Persistent artifacts for stat enhancements Player versus Environment instances with collectable items Player versus Player instances with up to 5v5 multiplayer Persistent experience and leveling in both PvP and PvE instances Account and Immortal statistics tracking Player hub instances for socialization
[Todays Deal] RIFT -75% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-28 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/39120Open Deal in Steam Client_ "Copy Paste in URL"steam://store/39120Credit Card Required: A valid credit card is required to play this game, and additional, recurring subscription fees apply.Notice: Access to the full RIFT game via downloadable client, and one (1) month subscription included for new accounts.Title: RIFTGenre: Massively Multiplayer, RPGDeveloper: Trion WorldsPublisher: Trion WorldsRelease Date: 4 Mar 2011Languages: French, German, EnglishMMORift Digital Collector's Edition_Includes exclusive in-game digital items: Ancient Tartagon Mount: Available at level 20, this turtle mount increases player speed by 60% Collector's Satchel: Increases the size of your primary backpack to 24 slots Bogling Wastrel: This unique pet sets you apart from the other AscendedAbout the Game_Choose your side. Fight the invasions. Enter the RIFT™.Adventure in the world of Telara as either a noble Guardian or technomagical Defiant and enter a dynamic fantasy where 8 primal forces battle for control in an ever-changing landscape. Build your own class using the Ascended Soul system and embark on epic conflicts that bring you into the story, taking your RPG experience to new heights of achievement and excitement!Key Features_ Massive Dynamic Battles: Invasions unfold zone-wide, creating epic conflicts that bring you into the story! Save the world now alongside hundreds of other players, or fight later to reclaim lands from invading hordes. 8 Primal Forces: Creatures from the Air, Earth, Fire, Water, Life, and Death planes battle for control of the world of Telara! Two warring factions—the Guardians and the Defiant—face off against each other and fight extra-planar creatures as they seek to save the world. Build Your Class: No other game lets you build your class the way RIFT does. Specialize in a single class or pick and choose abilities from many to create a character uniquely suited to your play style—and have fun while you experiment! Choose Your Role: Each character can have up to four different roles, so you can choose different classes for every situation! You might have one for PvP and another for raids; or perhaps you want a high-damage or high-defense build. The choice is yours to mix and match as you see fit! PvP Combat: Battle others in exhilarating Player vs. Player combat! Earn PvP ranks, titles, loot, and unique Souls to further enhance your character. Head to cross-server Warfronts and fight others in world PvP. Full-Featured: Guilds, dungeons, raids, auctions, crafting, a vibrant economy, Player vs. Player combat, and more! Deeper Gameplay: New features like Guild Quests and Artifact Collections enhance your gaming experience by giving you earned achievements that matter. Highly Accessible HD Graphics: Play a game that has stunning visuals on virtually any computer, even if your PC isn't state-of-the-art.
[Todays Deal] Trine -75% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-26 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/35700 Open Deal in Steam Client_ "Copy Paste in URL" steam://store/35700 STEAMPLAY - Windows & Mac Title: Trine Genre: Action, Indie Developer: Frozenbyte Publisher: Frozenbyte Release Date: 2 Jul 2009 Languages: English*, French*, German*, Italian*, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish*, Turkish, Finnish *languages with full audio support Single-player Local Co-op Steam Achievements Steam Cloud Controller enabled Reviews_ Winner, Best Downloadable Game by GameSpot's E3 Editors' Choice Awards "Apart from the beautiful graphics, what made the game stand out was just how spot-on everything was--whether it was the controls, the interactions between the three characters, or the puzzle-solving mechanics, it's clear the developers spent a lot of time refining the gameplay." full review Just Updated Update features a new level - Path to New Dawn. Level is available upon completion of the game. About the Game_ Trine is a fantasy action game where the player can create and use physics-based objects to beat hazardous puzzles and threatening enemies. Set in a world of great castles and strange machinery, three heroes are bound to a mysterious device called the Trine in a quest to save the kingdom from evil... The gameplay is based on fully interactive physics - each character's different abilities help the player battle an army of undead and defeat hazardous contraptions. The player can at any time freely choose whoever is best suited for the upcoming challenge or puzzle: The Wizard is able to summon objects to help solve puzzles and create new ways to overcome obstacles, the Thief uses her agility and dead-on accuracy to swiftly surprise the monsters, and the Knight unleashes mayhem and physical destruction wherever he goes. Mix Prince of Persia with Flashback, add true innovation and a great graphics engine... a new legend is born! 3 completely different characters to control at any given time: Wizard is able to cast physically simulated objects and levitate them in the totally interactive game world Knight is a mayhem-bringer like no other, able to destroy objects and smash skeletons to pieces with his weapons, including the mighty Storm Hammer! Thief can hit enemies from a distance with her accurate arrows but she also has a grappling hook to easily swing from one platform to another Solve challenges and puzzles in many different ways -- combine the characters' abilities and let your mind come up with creative solutions never seen before Characters gain experience points that can be used to upgrade their abilities Fully interactive game world with life-like physics, including "ragdoll" enemies and more physics objects than you can count! Co-op mode for up to 3 players on the same system Based on the proprietary "Frozenbyte GDE" game engine Superb graphics with next-gen visuals using impressive technical effects such as bloom, reflections and realistic shadows, achieved by using state-of-the-art vertex and pixel shaders 15 carefully designed and challenging levels with a distinctly unique atmosphere and graphics, including the Astral Academy, Crystal Caverns, Dragon Graveyard, Forsaken Dungeons, Fangle Forest and the Ruins of the Perished. Many different items to collect - each affecting the characters' abilities Well-hidden secret chests in every level 3 difficulty levels to choose from Amazing 19-track soundtrack composed by acclaimed Ari Pulkkinen Unlock all the Steam Achievements Trine has been updated with Steam Cloud support for save game files. Now you can play anywhere and resume right where you left off. In addition to that, language support for French, German, Italian and Spanish has been added. Read on for a full list of features included with this update.
[Todays Deal] Lucid -50% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-22 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/61100Open Deal in Steam Client_ "Copy Paste in URL"steam://store/61100Title: LucidGenre: Indie, CasualDeveloper: YeaBoingPublisher: YeaBoingRelease Date: 19 Jul 2011Languages: EnglishSingle-playerSteam AchievementsAbout the Game_Discover a new way to match blocks in this otherworldly, Zen-like, relaxing puzzle experience. Lucid is the world's first Match-All puzzle game, in which you clear areas by combining all the blocks of an area. Enjoy the stunning visuals and relaxing sound effects as you make combos and hunt for the next perfect area to clear. Gain score multipliers by chaining Color-Tasks and earn Lucid-Blocks to use later on for clearing up the whole playfield to get you out of a tough situation. Come up with new strategies to get high-scores. Earn additional special Area-bonuses for square shaped areas, inside the group you have cleared.Key features_ Unique Match-All Gameplay Achievements Amazingly detailed colorful animations Relaxing Zen-like ambient music 55 Levels with unlimited replay value Supports up to five player profiles to save your progress Play for high-scores or just relax and get into the zone
[Todays Deal] KrissX -50% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-21 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/23140Open Deal in Steam Client_ "Copy Paste in URL"steam://store/111800STEAMPLAY - Windows & MacTitle: KrissXGenre: Casual, IndieDeveloper: Regolith GamesPublisher: Blitz 1UPRelease Date: 21 Apr 2010Languages: English, French, German, Italian, SpanishSingle-playerSteam AchievementsAbout the Game_KrissX is a captivating and relaxing mix of puzzle game and word game. Swap letters and decipher clues to solve a series of clever puzzles. Conquer a huge variety of puzzles in Quest Mode and tackle the exciting Time Attack challenge. Relax with Timeless Mode and exercise your brain with engaging Special Puzzles. KrissX creates new puzzles each time you play, so you can keep on coming back for more - you'll never see the same puzzle twice. You can even create your own word puzzles to share with friends! KrissX is easy to play but difficult to put down! Unique puzzles every time you play Simple, Instant controls -- just click Unlock Special Puzzles Collect a huge number of Badges Challenge family and friends with puzzles of your own creation
[Midweek Madness] Two Worlds II -50% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-21 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/7520STEAMPLAY - Windows & MacTitle: Two Worlds IIGenre: RPGDeveloper: Reality Pump StudiosPublisher: ZUXXEZ Entertainment AGRelease Date: 3 Feb 2011Languages: English, French, German, Italian, SpanishPEGI OnlineViolenceBad LanguageGamblingSingle-playerMulti-playerAbout the Game_A breathtaking journey into Antaloor's past.After the downfall of Aziraal, God of Fire, the Dark Lord Gandohar has nearly achieved his objective to disrupt the balance between the elements. Dark magic surges into the land to fill the void. Recognizing the potential for complete control over the dark powers, Gandohar starts to use the power of Aziraal trap within Kyra, the descendant of the Orphans. Despite her ancestry, Kyra cannot endure the strain. With Antaloor already in his clutches, Gandohar concocts a new plan from his stronghold in Oswaroth. There are still those who struggle against the tyrant, hoping to shift the balance of forces in their favor. The fight for Antaloor continues...Five years have passed since dramatic events brought the whole world to the edge of the abyss. The hero is a prisoner in the dungeons of Gandohar's castle. His hopes of saving his sister vanished with his freedom. Just as despair threatens to overcome him, hope comes from where he would have least expected. The Orcs, a race the hero had always hated, have put together a rescue squad that frees the hero from his bonds. He emerges into a land desecrated by evil. He embarks on a journey to shed light on Gandohar's dark past, hoping to discover a weak point in his enemy's defense. If he fails, he will lose his sister forever.Gameplay_A perfect mix of flexibility, creativity and state-of-the-art technology "Two Worlds II" is a perfect blend of classic and innovated RPG features, atmosphere, and technology. A complex quest system and an exciting main story draw you into the world of Antaloor, made richer by secondary quest scenarios. Rich gameplay and engaging atmosphere propel the story and captures attention, promising danger and exploration throughout the many quests and video sequences. Enhanced AI, balancing standards, experienced authors, an active combat system, the innovative DEMONS™ magic management, and the PAPAK™ alchemy system guarantee enjoyment for new and experienced gamers. An artistic system of attack and defense moves has been integrated into the game. Parries and changing hit results creates a real opportunity for tactics and excitement, as the AI engage in combat and employ strategy of their own. The game also offers extreme flexibility in the weapon and armament design possibilities. The cornerstone at the heart of this feature is the newly created 'CRAFT'™ tool. Players can break down items into their basic materials and create new unique items. "Two Worlds II" is also graphically superb. The powerful GRACE™ engine offers technological highlights such as an unlimited number of dynamic light sources, 24 bit HDR post-processing, and Real Eye Adaptation. It will drastically reduce loading times, improve general game performance, and enable full gameplay with only moderate hardware requirements.Key features_ A flexible combat system with variable attack moves, parrying and special tricks State-of-the-art technology, thanks to a powerful GRACE™ engine and special tools Lots of mini-games for breaking up gameplay Intuitive user interface for the DEMONS™ Magic system and the PAPAC™ Alchemy system Mercenaries and magically-created beings accompany the player Complex object management with movable and usable items Special CRAFT™ tool enables the individual configuration of armor and weapons Many Boss opponents, including special combat strategies and unique rewards Flexible MoSens system guarantees realistic every day and combat movements Various ways of moving, like walking, running, sprinting, riding, swimming, sailing and teleporting Captivating background story with numerous cutscenes Extensive Multiplayer part including building/setup simulation
Rusty Hearts |Free to Play| ValveVideos 2011-09-21 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/36630 Title: Rusty Hearts Genre: Action, RPG, Massively Multiplayer, Free to Play Developer: Stairway Games Publisher: Perfect World Entertainment Release Date: 20 Sep 2011 Languages: English Multi-player MMO Co-op Controller enabled Special Offer_ Download Rusty Hearts this week and receive a welcome gift to get you started. Augment Stone x5 -- Augment stones are added to gear and weapons to enhance their abilities. This mean stronger attacks, more damage, and boosted special abilities. Wiseman's Stone x5 - Attach Wiseman's Stones to your gear to permanently enchant them with new abilities and increase is their strength and value. Note: You can redeem these items through the in-game mail system. It can several hours to receive these items depending on demand. About the Game_ Rusty Hearts is a multiplayer online game with fast-paced and highly-stylized brawling combat combined with a solo or team-based dungeon exploration experience. In this gothic inspired world of vampires, half-vampires, and humans, players will be able to unleash devastating combo attacks, engage in a wide variety of epic monster battles, collect valuable loot, and become a unique hero. Key Features_ Epic Dungeon Crawling Battles - Engage a wide variety of dungeons and bosses with multiple difficulty levels Stylized Graphics- Cel-shaded characters, beautiful backgrounds, and seamless cut scenes Beat Em Up Evolved - Fast twitch combat with fast and furious combos that determine your survival Player vs. Player (PvP) - Various PvP modes to suit every taste including Arena, Solo and Team Survival, Tag Team Match, and more. 3D Capable -- Full stereoscopic 3D support. Meet Unique Heroes - Angela -- a sassy witch specialist of elemental magic. Tude -- a mysterious, monstrous past and a clear taste for close range melee weapons. Frantz -- a half vampire with mid-range melee weapons and dark magic. And more to come... Controller Support - Optimized to work with any PC gamepad
[Todays Deal] iBomber Defense -50% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-20 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/104000STEAMPLAY - Windows & MacTitle: iBomber DefenseGenre: Strategy, IndieDeveloper: Cobra MobilePublisher: ChillingoRelease Date: 26 May 2011Languages: EnglishSingle-playerSteam AchievementsSteam CloudAbout the Game_iBomber Defense combines classic tower defense gameplay with intense action and strategy. Keep enemies at bay all over the world using a variety of weapons and tactics, from rattling Machine guns, explosive cannons and awesome anti-aircraft artillery!Choose from Quick play and Campaign modes and battle across North Africa, Europe and Russia as both the Allied and Axis forces. Position your defenses and prepare for attack.iBomber Defense is the complete entertainment package with hours of action packed and deep strategic game play.Key features_ Twenty-Two challenging and unique stages across a vast campaign Huge variety of weapons to repel the enemy; AA Guns, Artillery, Machine Gun Nests and more! Use Counter Attacks, Rewinds and the High Ground to your advantage Three tiers of difficulty Slick, gorgeous, graphics
[Todays Deal] The Whispered World -75% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-18 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/18490Title: The Whispered WorldGenre: AdventureDeveloper: Daedalic EntertainmentPublisher: Deep Silver, Viva MediaRelease Date: 23 Apr 2010Languages: English, French, German, Italian, SpanishSingle-playerAbout the Game_When the fate of the world must be decided, an unlikely hero is born!Sadwick's adventure starts as he embarks on a quest to find an explanation to his recurring nightmares. In his dreams, he is chased by a mysterious blue orb as the world around him collapses.His worst fears are confirmed when he consults Shana, the old wise woman. Not only does she prophesize the end of the world, but that Sadwick is the CAUSE of it.Defy the prophesy and experience an adventure like no other!Key features_ Solve mysterious riddles and challenging puzzles Meet an incredible array of wondrous characters in a vast beautiful world Experience a massive point and click adventure An unforgettable and epic story
Paradox Interactive: 5 Day Steam Event - Magicka -75% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-18 | http://store.steampowered.com/sale/magicka_sunday_paradoxTitle: MagickaGenre: RPG, ActionDeveloper: Arrowhead Game StudiosPublisher: Paradox InteractiveRelease Date: 25 Jan 2011Languages: English, RussianSingle-playerMulti-playerCo-opLocal Co-opSteam AchievementsSteam LeaderboardsValve Anti-Cheat enabledController enabledJust Updated_Magicka has just received a free update to include two new robes:Space RobeThe MK5 Space Robe protects its wearer from everyday hazards including, but not limited to, Death, Mutilation, Lawsuits, and Space Weather.Includes the Library Staff and Gyrojet PistolCyber Robe"I tried to picture clusters of elements as they moved through the void. What did they look like? Fire, Water, Arcane? I kept dreaming of a world I thought I'd never see. And then, one day..." - from The Magick Grid, written by Grímnír.Includes the Cyber Staff and Cyber DiscAbout the Game_Magicka is a satirical action-adventure game set in a rich fantasy world based on Norse mythology. The player assumes the role of a wizard from a sacred order tasked with stopping an evil sorcerer who has thrown the world into turmoil, his foul creations besieging the forces of good.Players will be able to combine the elements to cast spells, wreaking havoc and devastation on the minions of darkness. They will also be able to team up with friends and fight their way through the campaign, or test their skills in the magickal arts through other challenging modes.In Magicka, up to four players take on a grand adventure to save their world from certain doom using a fully dynamic spell system. The adventure mode takes the players across three different levels, ranging from the lush forests of mountain valleys to the frozen halls of the Mountain King where wits and creative thinking are the keys to victory.In the unlockable hardcore challenge mode, players fight off waves of enemies to earn their place on local and online leaderboards.Main Features_ Innovative and dynamic spell casting system Up to four-player co-op in all game modes, as well as a single-player option Fight your way through 13 different campaign levels Explore an expansive realm of adventure to defeat the evil wizard Find and unlock challenges, items, and powerful Magicks Experience the parody and satire of a clichéd fantasy world
[Todays Deal] Mirrors Edge™ -75% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-17 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/17410Title: Mirror's Edge™Genre: Action, AdventureDeveloper: DICEPublisher: Electronic ArtsRelease Date: 13 Jan 2009Languages: English*, French*, German*, Italian*, Spanish*, Czech, Russian*, Polish, Hungarian, Portuguese*languages with full audio supportSingle-playerAbout the Game_In a city where information is heavily monitored, agile couriers called Runners transport sensitive data away from prying eyes. In this seemingly utopian paradise, a crime has been committed, your sister has been framed and now you are being hunted. You are a Runner called Faith — and this innovative first-person action-adventure is your story.Mirror's Edge™ delivers you straight into the shoes of this unique heroine as she traverses the vertigo-inducing cityscape, engaging in intense combat and fast paced chases. With a never before seen sense of movement and perspective, you will be drawn into Faith's world. A world that is visceral, immediate, and very dangerous.Live or die? Soar or plummet? One thing is certain, in this city you will learn how to run. From the makers of the groundbreaking Battlefield franchise, Mirror's Edge is an action-adventure experience unlike any other. Move yourself: String together an amazing arsenal of wall-runs, leaps, vaults and more, in fluid, acrobatic movements that turns every level of the urban environment to your advantage and salvation. Immerse yourself: In first person every breath, every collision, every impact is acutely felt. Heights create real vertigo, movements flow naturally, collisions and bullet impacts create genuine fear and adrenaline. Challenge yourself: Fight or flight. Your speed and agility allow you not only to evade, capture and perform daring escapes, but also to disable and disarm unwary opponents, in a mix of chase, puzzles, strategy and intense combat. Free yourself: Runner vision allows you to see the city as they do. See the flow. Rooftops become pathways and conduits, opportunities and escape routes. The flow is what keeps you running — what keeps you alive.
Paradox Interactive: 5 Day Steam Event - Mount & Blade Franchise -75% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-17 | http://store.steampowered.com/sale/paradoxsale_d4_mountblade?snr=1_4_4__118Title: Mount & Blade: WarbandGenre: Action, RPGDeveloper: Tale WorldsPublisher: Paradox InteractiveRelease Date: 31 Mar 2010Languages: English, Czech, French, German, Spanish, Hungarian, PolishSingle-playerMulti-playerSteam AchievementsAbout the Game_In a land torn asunder by incessant warfare, it is time to assemble your own band of hardened warriors and enter the fray. Lead your men into battle, expand your realm, and claim the ultimate prize: the throne of Calradia!Mount & Blade: Warband is the eagerly anticipated stand alone expansion pack for the game that brought medieval battlefields to life with its realistic mounted combat and detailed fighting system. Graphical overhaul: Support added for HDR, FSAA, depth of field, soft particles, tone mapping, and many other effects New models with greater detail and high-quality textures Multiplayer battles with up to 64 players. Multiplayer modes include Deathmatch, Team Deathmatch, Capture the Flag, Conquest, Battle, and Siege A campaign allowing you to become the ruler of a faction and convince lords to become your vassals The ability to upgrade your companions to vassals by granting them lands The ability to marry a lady of the realm for romance or cold political gain. Try to win a lady's heart through poetry or bravery Improved mechanics for soldier morale: Soldiers will break and run away if their morale gets too low Pick any projectile off the battlefield for use as additional munitions New motion-captured combat animations Numerous improvements to the combat system: Your shield will still stop arrows even if you are not actively defending The ability to play multiplayer matches on random maps as well as hand-designed ones Multiplayer equipment system: Earn money by fighting opponents or accomplishing goals The ability to use most throwing weapons in close combat: Switch to using a javelin as a short spear when the enemy gets close Spend gold on more powerful equipment, using a carefully balanced system that will make combat more exciting without giving too much of an advantage to the leading team
Paradox Interactive: 5 Day Steam Event - King Arthur -75% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-16 | http://store.steampowered.com/sale/daythree_paradoxsale_ka?snr=1_4_4__118Title: King Arthur - The Role-playing WargameGenre: RPG, StrategyDeveloper: NeoCoreGamesPublisher: Paradox InteractiveRelease Date: 24 Nov 2009Languages: EnglishSingle-playerMulti-playerReviews_"You will love playing King Arthur, in fact, you will love the whole game. And it's really easy to get hooked on it."— 92/100 GameStar Hu"King Arthur is, without doubt, the most fun I've had with a strategy game this year."— 90/100 IncGamers"A supreme strategy game, rich with incident and detail. Finally some worthy competition for the Total War series."— 86/100 PC Gamer"...King Arthur is an easy title to recommend. All of the various elements come together nicely with a gorgeous and stylish presentation."— 86/100 Cheat Code Central"If you like to enable more and more things in a game instead of being shown everything at once, this is a game for you."— 82/100 GameStar"All in all, King Arthur is the kind of title big game companies just don't make anymore. Challenging, ambitious and quirky, this is certainly a game that deserves a look."— 81/100 HellBoredAbout the Game_Welcome to the lost age of chivalry, where magic and myth is alive, and you are destined to be one of the living legends: Arthur, the son of Uther Pendragon, the Once and Future King of the prophecies.Fulfill your destiny and claim your rightful place on the throne of Britannia. Recruit fabled knights to your Round Table: send them to adventures or battles, let them gather knowledge and artifacts, see how they become the most powerful heroes of the realm. Build the majestic Camelot, but beware: there will be enemies, both mortal and otherworldly that will try to destroy you. Send your heroes and their followers to battle with legendary warriors and monsters and see how the folk of the faeries and the saints set against wizards and evil knights. Real-time fantasy battles: spectacular fight scenarios on grandiose battlefields, featuring thousands of soldiers and powerful heroes such as Sir Lancelot, Sir Galahad or Merlin. Battles rely on the strengths and weaknesses of the different arms with several tactical possibilities, the abilities of the units and the heroes, monsters and most of all, spells. Turn-based Campaign Map: Britannia is represented as a fully three dimensional topographic map where heroes move freely, conquer provinces or find adventures. In the turn-based campaign the changing seasons have effect on the gameplay and the graphics of the Campaign Map. Create your own legend! The saga of King Arthur is an epic tale about the conquest of Britannia through a story-based campaign. The Campaign is divided into chapters, like a chronicle, each with a unique tone and theme. The chapters all have objectives, long- and short-term goals that also fit together to draw a grandiose picture of an unfolding storyline. There are many possible events and outcomes that all influence the legend itself and determine the ending of the storyline. Morality Chart: Every decision in the game will influence the position of King Arthur on the Morality Chart. King Arthur might become a Christian ruler or the Follower of the Old Faith; a rightful or a ruthless monarch. These choices unlock special contents, allies, heroes, units and developments. RPG elements: Heroes lead the armies and learn skills, spells and abilities from an ability tree for experience points. Heroes can also use magic items or become liege lords, entrusted with the leadership of a province, which is the best way to have them indebted. Arranging their marriages with the nice damsels of Arthur's court also raises their loyalty. Adventures: adventuring is the essence of King Arthur's world. Quests pop up on the Campaign Map regularly. In technical terms it is a short story where the chosen knight has to make important decisions. Some adventures end in battles on special battlemaps.
[Todays Deal] Darksiders™ -75% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-16 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/50620Title: Darksiders™Genre: Action, AdventureDeveloper: Vigil GamesPublisher: THQRelease Date: 23 Sep 2010Languages: English, French, German, Italian, SpanishSingle-playerSteam AchievementsController enabledAbout the Game_Deceived by the forces of evil into prematurely bringing about the end of the world, War -- the first Horseman of the Apocalypse -- stands accused of breaking the sacred law by inciting a war between Heaven and Hell. In the slaughter that ensued, the demonic forces defeated the heavenly hosts and laid claim to the Earth.Brought before the sacred Charred Council, War is indicted for his crimes and stripped of his powers. Dishonored and facing his own death, War is given the opportunity to return to Earth to search for the truth and punish those responsible.Hunted by a vengeful group of Angels, War must take on the forces of Hell, forge uneasy alliances with the very demons he hunts, and journey across the ravaged remains of the Earth on his quest for vengeance and vindication. Apocalyptic Power -- Unleash the wrath of War, combining brutal attacks and supernatural abilities to decimate all who stand in your way Extreme Arsenal -- Wield a devastating arsenal of angelic, demonic and Earthly weapons; and blaze a trail of destruction atop Ruin, War's fiery phantom steed Epic Quest -- Battle across the wastelands and demon-infested dungeons of the decimated Earth in your quest for vengeance and redemption Character Progression -- Uncover powerful ancient relics, upgrade your weapons, unlock new abilities, and customize your gameplay style Battle Heaven and Hell -- Battle against all who stand in your way - from war-weary angelic forces to Hell's hideous demon hordes
Paradox Interactive: 5 Day Steam Event - Sengoku Today Only 20% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-15 | http://store.steampowered.com/sale/sengoku_paradoxsale?snr=1_4_4__118Title: SengokuGenre: Strategy, SimulationDeveloper: Paradox InteractivePublisher: Paradox InteractiveRelease Date: 15 Sep 2011Languages: English*, French*, German*, Spanish**languages with full audio supportSingle-playerMulti-playerAbout the Game_Sengoku is a deep character driven strategy game set in 16th century Japan. Play as a Japanese nobleman and unite the land of the Rising Sun under your iron fist. Use your military might, your smooth talking tongue, and your guile to increase your power. Watch your enemies fall like cherry blossoms in the early dawn of spring. Doublecross your enemies in an honorable and auspicious manner. Always make sure you have competent heir, if you should die before your destiny has been reached.Key features_ Play as a Feudal Japanese Lord and manage your relations with family, friends, and enemies Rise in influence and power inside your clan and then move on to claim the ultimate prize, the control of Japan Conquer and grow while rewarding your most valued retainers as you make a bid to become Shogun Detailed historical map of Japan, divided into over 350 different provinces, during the Warring States era Manage your relations with three different religious factions, the Shinto, the Christians and the Buddhists Employ the aid of powerful Ninja clans when your Samurai armies are not enough
[Weekend Deal] Star Wars selected titles 50% off! ValveVideos 2011-09-15 | http://store.steampowered.com/sub/8594Title: Star Wars CollectionGenre: Action, Simulation, RPG, StrategyDeveloper: Pandemic Studios, Raven Software, LucasArts, Krome Studios, Aspyr Studios, BioWare, PetroglyphPublisher: LucasArtsRelease Date: 12 Jul 2010Languages: English, French, German, Italian, SpanishFull audio support may not be present for all languages. View the individual games for more details.Single-playerMulti-playerController enabledCo-op
[Todays Deal] BIT.TRIP BEAT -75% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-15 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/63700 STEAMPLAY - Windows & Mac Title: BIT.TRIP BEAT Genre: Action, Casual, Indie Developer: Gaijin Games Publisher: Gaijin Games Release Date: 2 Nov 2010 Languages: English Single-player Steam Achievements Steam Leaderboards Steam Cloud Controller enabled About the Game_ From gameplay to visuals to music and imagination, BIT.TRIP BEAT is inspired by classic games in every way. Get sucked into a whole new world of sight and sound as you juggle beats and ride the vibe in this modern look at the beginning of it all. BIT.TRIP BEAT for Steam is a brand-new version of the critically adored console game and it marks the beginning of CommanderVideo's epic journey of the soul with: Classic Gameplay! Brain-Melting Visuals! Crazy Boss Battles! Intriguing Cutscenes! A Rockin' Chiptune-Inspired Soundtrack! Special Chiptune Guest Star Bit Shifter! Download BIT.TRIP BEAT and start your own BIT.TRIP today! Key features_ Leaderboards! Achievements! Brand New Easy Mode! Ultra-Precise Razer Sixense Controller Motion Controls!
Paradox Interactive: 5 Day Steam Event - Today Get Cities In Motion 75% OFF Includes DLC ValveVideos 2011-09-15 | http://store.steampowered.com/sale/paradox_citiesinmotion_day?snr=1_4_4__118A NEW DEAL EACH DAY NOW THROUGH SUNDAY!Title: Cities in MotionGenre: SimulationDeveloper: Colossal Order Ltd.Publisher: Paradox InteractiveRelease Date: 22 Feb 2011Languages: English, German, Spanish, FrenchSingle-playerSteam AchievementsJust UpdatedCities in Motion has just received a FREE updated to include the german city, Munich!About the Game_Rendered in rich detail, four of the world's greatest cities - Vienna, Helsinki, Berlin, and Amsterdam - await the steady hand of a planner to manage their transportation needs in Cities in Motion.Overseeing the changing needs of people from 1920 to 2020, it's up to you to manage everything from buses, trams and subway trains to maximize profits while pleasing commuters.Key Features_ Explore four different cities: Vienna, Helsinki, Berlin, and Amsterdam Engage in a campaign with 12 scenarios, as well as a sandbox mode where all campaign cities are playable Experience realistic 3D graphics with more than 100 unique, highly detailed buildings Use the advanced map editor to create your own cities Play through 100 years of transportation history throughout four eras spanning from 1920 to 2020 Choose between more than 30 different vehicles based on real-life models of buses, trams, water buses, helicopters, and subways, complete with an underground view Experience a real-time city and traffic simulator as each location's bustling population commutes between their homes, jobs, and leisure sites
[Now Available] Red Orchestra 2: Heroes of Stalingrad ValveVideos 2011-09-14 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/35450Title: Red Orchestra 2: Heroes of StalingradGenre: ActionDeveloper: Tripwire InteractivePublisher: Tripwire InteractiveRelease Date: 14 Sep 2011Languages: English, French, German, Russian, SpanishSingle-playerMulti-playerSteam AchievementsSteam CloudStatsValve Anti-Cheat enabledSteam Digital Deluxe Edition_Steam Digital Deluxe Edition adds the following extras on top of the Standard Edition: Access to the final phase of closed beta before the September 13th launch Day 1 Unlock of the Elite Assault Weapons (MKb 42(H) and AVT-40) and Semi Auto Sniper Weapons (SVT-40 and G 41(W): Team Fortress 2 German and Russian hats ("Genuine" if bought during pre-purchase): Two new characters for Killing Floor - Russian and German Soldier Re-enactors:About the Game_Red Orchestra 2: Heroes of Stalingrad, the leading tactical multiplayer WWII shooter on the PC, will take the award winning Red Orchestra franchise into the next generation of gaming. Cutting edge graphics and audio built using the Unreal Engine 3, inventive features and streamlined realism will deliver an unrivalled tactical shooter experience.Heroes of Stalingrad will focus on the Battle of Stalingrad and the surrounding operations, both German and Russian, from July 1942 to February 1943. The game allows the player to experience one of the most brutal battles in all of human history. Delivering unrivalled accuracy and attention to detail, along with gritty, vicious combat in multiplayer and single-player modes the game will feature everything from quick, brutal firefights to more intricate and challenging tactical modes.Key Features_ Red Orchestra multiplayer taken to new heights: The brutal, gritty Red Orchestra gameplay has been enhanced, expanded and made more accessible. Gameplay modes as instantly recognizable as Firefight (Tripwire's take on Team Death Match), single-life gaming redefined in Countdown mode - and the Territory mode already beloved by the hundreds of thousands of Red Orchestra players worldwide. Stalingrad Campaign: Before heading online hone your skills in one of two campaigns that recreate the battle for Stalingrad from both the German and Russian sides. Featuring open non-linear environments and unscripted gameplay players make their own path through the battlefield. Heroes: Achieve the ultimate goal and become a Hero online. Players with hero status inspire troops around them and cause fear in their enemies. Heroes have access to the best and rarest weapons and will stand out visually from the rest of the soldiers. First person cover system: Experience the ultimate firefights that a cover system allows, from the immersion of a first person view. Peek or blind fire over and around cover and more. Unique Focus -- the Battle of Stalingrad in depth: takes the familiar WWII genre into a unique direction. Far removed from the well-trodden Normandy setting, gameplay is based on fresh scenarios and actions the player has never experienced before. Follow the German army as they assault the city of Stalingrad, to the banks of the Volga. Follow the Soviet army as it holds the city against all the odds then destroys the Axis forces. WWII weaponry redefined: true to life ballistics, bullet penetration, breathing, adjustable sights, free aim, weapon bracing, photo-real graphics and more, create WWII weaponry that has no equal. Immersive First Person Tank Warfare: experience what it was like to fight inside one of these metal beasts in WWII with the most immersive first person tank warfare ever created. Fully modeled 3d interiors, a full AI crew, and advanced armor and damage systems create a unique tanking experience. Morale: Experience what it is like to be a soldier in one of the bloodiest conflicts in history and the importance of a soldier's state of mind and how it can turn the tide of battle. Suppress your enemies and gain the advantage in combat! Persistent Stats Tracking and Player Progression: Persistence constantly gives the gamer something to strive for and keeps them playing. Grow in rank, earn achievements, improve your abilities, and become a Hero! Enhanced Unreal® Engine™ 3: Built on an enhanced version of Unreal Engine 3 the game features cutting edge visuals and features.
[Todays Deal] Dangerous High School Girls in Trouble!™ -50% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-13 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/27400STEAMPLAY - Windows & MacTitle: Dangerous High School Girls in Trouble!™Genre: Indie, RPG, CasualDeveloper: MousechiefPublisher: MousechiefRelease Date: 14 May 2008Languages: EnglishSingle-playerReviews_"a sly, funny, and remarkably creative gem of a game" — Casual Gameplay"...quite simply one o the most fiercely creative concepts for a game we've ever seen" — GameZeboAbout the Game_"Well behaved women seldom make history." - Laurel Thatcher UlrichThis is the game where good girls get better by being bad!In the 1920s, young women had a chance to change society--by misbehaving. Gather a gang of girls. Explore. Battle petty townsfolk with quick, naughty games: Fib, Flirt, Taunt... Win boyfriends and other useful prizes. Expose the town's depraved secret before it entraps your girls.Explore four beautiful game boards, dozens of character cards, and thousands of dialog cards (worn and aged from decades of neglect) which comprise the zany world of an American small town in the 1920s.Encounter nearly a hundred individual personalities. These denizens form the core culture of intolerance and repression your girls can overcome with wit, charm, and brazenness.Conflict using a variety of naughty mini-games: Taunt, Flirt, Fib and others to stand up against bullies, cozy up to boyfriends, and evade oppressive expectations.Conquer increasingly more powerful faculty and townsfolk as the story develops from the curious, to the weird, to the absurd, finally to collapse down a frozen crevasse of all too real inhumanity. Only the victorious will emerge, smirks on their faces, heels on the throats of the wicked, and their futures assured of freedom.Acquire dozens of prizes to swing games in your favor and help others along your journey. Gain experience and level up the talents of your gang members. Win boyfriends willing to sacrifice themselves for affection.Wind your way through an epic of literary satire in an fantastical world where nothing is real but all is true, during a mythic time of social upheaval. Help the young women trapped in this world transform it for the betterment of all -- by misbehaving. The approachability and accessibility of a board game. The humor of social satire at a zany point in history. The challenge of verbal battles woven intricately with the story. The epic sweep of an RPG unlike any game previous. 20 hours of leisurely entertainment that can be enjoyed a little bit at a time.
[Pre-Purchase] A Game of Thrones - Genesis -10% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-13 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/58550Title: A Game of Thrones - GenesisGenre: StrategyDeveloper: Cyanide StudiosPublisher: Focus Home InteractiveRelease Date: 28 Sep 2011Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish3rd-party DRM: Tages Solidshield5 machine activation limitSingle-playerMulti-playerSteam AchievementsSteam LeaderboardsAbout the Game_What King will you be?Conqueror, Usurper or Diplomat?"A Game of Thrones - Genesis" immerses you into the heart of the battles and intrigues between the Houses that shaped the Kingdom of Westeros. From Nymeria's arrival in the Kingdom of Dorne to the awakening of the "Others" beyond the Wall, you'll live the origins of A Game of Thrones saga through more than 1000 years of history, by taking part in Westeros' founding events and largest battles. In this great strategy game, victory does not necessarily result from brute force. You can choose to use a military approach and besiege your opponents, strangle them in an economical war, or even use dirty tricks and diplomacy to politically crush them. Treachery and deception are everywhere and can be more efficient than the most powerful army. So watch your back and show no mercy if you want to keep sat on the Iron Throne.Key Features_ The video game adaptation of the fantasy saga "A Song of Ice and Fire" by George RR Martin. A deep and exciting gameplay combining strategy, diplomacy and politics. Discover the origins of the universe of the Iron Throne through the Story mode, and participate in major conflicts that have shaped Westeros. Compete against up to 7 other players in multiplayer. Form alliances, break them, show subtle tactics and crush your opponents!
[Todays Deal] Elven Legacy -67% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-10 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/25850Title: Elven LegacyGenre: StrategyDeveloper: 1C:InoCoPublisher: Paradox InteractiveRelease Date: 7 Apr 2009Languages: EnglishSingle-playerMulti-playerAbout the Game_The shadows of destruction begin to loom on the horizon once a human mage uncovers a dark and powerful secret dating back to the remote past of the Elven race.However, the Elves cannot allow this forbidden knowledge to fall into the hands of others and thus imperil the world. For the first time in countless years, this ancient race must venture forth and interfere with events transpiring in the lands of man. With the renegade mage in their sights, the sorceress Gilwen and ranger-lord Seagate set off together, unaware that beliefs and friendships alike will soon be tested... Classic turn-based strategy gameplay Multiplayer combat in 16 different scenarios Multiple endings which depend on your choices Powerful built-in game editor
[Pre-Purchase] The Haunted: Hells Reach -10% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-10 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/43190Title: The Haunted: Hells ReachGenre: ActionDeveloper: KTX SoftwarePublisher: ValusoftLanguages: English, French, German, Italian, SpanishSingle-playerMulti-playerCo-opSteam AchievementsSteam LeaderboardsController enabledAbout the Game_All Hell Has Broken Loose!!! The Haunted is a fast paced third person action horror game that focuses on delivering an intense multiplayer experience. Your goal is to liberate cursed places and survive the assault from the minions of Hell. The game features several multiplayer modes such as co-op survival, demons vs. humans and demonizer.Key features_ 30 stages spread over eight terrifying locations; More than 20 enemies; Four Human playable characters; Masses of upgradable weaponry: the knife upgrades to a chainsaw, witch hammer and glaive; Six secret weapons on each level; Four exhilarating and distinct game modes: Survival, Inferno (Cooperative), Battle and Demonizer; Level events such as meteor showers and lightning storms affect game play; Restore your health and respawn your comrades by destroying the soulstones.
[Todays Deal] STORM: Frontline Nation -75% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-08 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/98510/?snr=1_4_4__43Title: STORM: Frontline NationGenre: StrategyDeveloper: Colossai StudioPublisher: Just A Game GmbHRelease Date: 10 Jun 2011Languages: English, French, German, Italian, SpanishSingle-playerMulti-playerCo-opAbout the Game_Arm yourself for the greatest conflict of modern times!STORM -- Frontline Nation revolutionizes the turn-based strategy genre with unbelievable strategic depth and a cinematic scenario. Scarce resources and a prolonged economic crisis plunges half the world into strife, which can only be resolved by a force of arms. The tension laden mood has a host of nations mobilizing troops and researching advanced warfare technologies. New groups are created, accords are signed and alliances turn to face war. The player has myriad of possibilities available to them in terms of resource and troop management. Enormous freedom of action in the areas of combat, research and diplomacy allows the player to secure world domination for one of the nations. The perfect mix of strategy and turn-based combat makes STORM -- Frontline Nation unique in its genre.STORM - Frontline Nation includes two different game modes: Campaign and Skirmish Campaign - Two strategic campaigns are available; one where you can choose to play as one of Germany, France, Russia, United Kingdom or United States in a story driven experience, and one where you can play as one out of 45 countries. Skirmish - In this game mode a single combat is played. Several parameters for the combat can be customized, including money, light-cycle, weather and technology level. Key features_ 45 nations, more than 500 regions and more than 100 cities offer an unbelievable scope for the game Modern warfare on water, land and in the air, in a classic hexfield style Depending on the situation new challenges arise and units can be supplied individually with weapons and commands Spies and special forces can infiltrate enemy lines in secret-ops carrying out sabotage and decoy activities Research, development and deployment of powerful weapon systems Different game modes such as Campaign or Skirmish Comprehensive multiplayer mode ensures long-lasting gaming enjoyment
[Weekend Deal] Sid Meiers Civilization® V -75% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-08 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/8930/?snr=1_4_4__40_2STEAMPLAY - Windows & MacTitle: Sid Meier's Civilization® VGenre: StrategyDeveloper: Firaxis GamesPublisher: 2K GamesRelease Date: 24 Sep 2010Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Polish, JapaneseSingle-playerMulti-playerSteam AchievementsSteam CloudMac Availability_ Digital Deluxe Edition: The extra content (Babylon DLC, Video feature and Soundtrack) in the Digital Deluxe Edition is not available on Mac.About the Game_The Flagship Turn-Based Strategy Game ReturnsBecome Ruler of the World by establishing and leading a civilization from the dawn of man into the space age: Wage war, conduct diplomacy, discover new technologies, go head-to-head with some of history's greatest leaders and build the most powerful empire the world has ever known. INVITING PRESENTATION: Jump right in and play at your own pace with an intuitive interface that eases new players into the game. Civ veterans will appreciate the depth, detail and control that are highlights of the series. BELIEVABLE WORLD: Ultra realistic graphics showcase lush landscapes for you to explore, battle over and claim as your own. Art deco influences abound in the menus and icons in the most well-designed Civ ever developed. COMMUNITY & MULTIPLAYER: Compete with Civ players all over the world or locally in LAN matches, mod* the game in unprecedented ways, and install mods directly from an in-game community hub without ever leaving the game. Civilization V brings community to the forefront. WIDE SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY: Civilization V operates on many different systems, from high end DX11 desktops to many laptops. Enjoy unlimited installations on multiple PCs with your Steam account and take your Civ V experience with you everywhere you go. ALL NEW FEATURES: A new hex-based gameplay grid opens up exciting new combat and build strategies. City States become a new resource in your diplomatic battleground. An improved diplomacy system allows you to negotiate with fully interactive leaders. Custom music scores and orchestral recordings give Civ V the level of polish and quality you expect from the series. SOCIALLY RESPONSIBLE: 2K Games is donating a total of $250,000 to four education based charities, and users' choices will determine how the money is dispersed: simply select your choice from the pre-selected charities during the install process.† *Modding SDK available post launch as a free download.
[Weekend Deal] Need For Speed - Franchise Sale: 50-75% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-08 | http://store.steampowered.com/sale/needforspeedweekend?snr=1_4_4__40Genre: RacingDeveloper: Slightly Mad Studios, Criterion Games, EA Black Box Publisher: Electronic ArtsSingle-playerMulti-player
[Pre-Purchase] F1 2011 -10% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-08 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/44360Title: F1 2011Genre: Simulation, Racing, SportsDeveloper: Codemasters BirminghamRelease Date: 22 Sep 2011Languages: German*, French*, Italian*, Spanish*, Japanese*, Portuguese*, Portuguese-Brazil**languages with full audio supportSingle-playerMulti-playerCo-opAbout the Game_The official FORMULA ONE™ game returns with new circuits, split-screen and co-op Championship modes plus all the cars and stars from the 2011 season. Debut ahead of the drivers at India's Buddh International Circuit, race the iconic Nürburgring circuit for the first time in High Definition and take on Abu Dhabi with a spectacular new day night transition. Use KERS and DRS to blast past rivals and race wheel-to-wheel against Lewis Hamilton, Fernando Alonso and Sebastian Vettel. Go from Rookie to 2011 FIA FORMULA ONE DRIVERS' WORLD CHAMPION in career mode, set your best lap in Time Attack or test yourself online against 16 players plus 8 AI to simulate a full 24 car grid. Off track, become immersed in the world's most glamorous sport with enhanced media interaction, expanded Paddock, new Parc Ferme area and celebration animations. F1 2011™ - be the driver, live the life -- go compete!Key Features_ The sequel to the BAFTA award winning 2millon+ seller F1 2010™ Go compete in split-screen, co-op Championships and online against 16 players plus 8 AI to simulate full 24 car grids Features all the stars, cars and circuits from the 2011 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP™ Debut ahead of the drivers at India's Buddh circuit and take on the Nürburgring for the first time in High Definition in a FORMULA ONE game Use KERS and DRS for new attack and defence options -- blast past rivals and defend your line Be the Drive, live the life -- new Parc Ferme area, enhanced media interactions, new celebrations and more immerse you in the world's most exciting sport. Race wheel-to-wheel with stars like Sebastian Vettel, Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso Go from Rookie to 2011 FIA FORMULA ONE DRIVERS' WORLD CHAMPION in career mode or take on quick fire modes including Time Attack. Features new Pirelli tires, flashback and new authentic engine damage
[Todays Deal] Booster Trooper -60% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-07 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/27920Title: Booster TrooperGenre: Action, IndieDeveloper: DnS DevelopmentPublisher: DnS DevelopmentRelease Date: 16 Apr 2010Languages: EnglishSingle-playerMulti-playerSteam AchievementsSteam LeaderboardsStatsController enabledReviews_ Original-gamer.com - 8.0/10.0 "If you are looking for a good Deathmatch or Team Deathmatch time, this game is the game for you. It has multiple levels, multiple weapons, and is overall very fun to play. I could imagine this game coming out on XBLA and being one of the biggest hits on the system for a time, and I hope that actually happens because this is a great title." Xboxliveaddicts.co.uk - 8.5/10 gamerstemple.com - 84% Criticalgamer.co.uk - 4/5 Finalsmash.servercrash.com - 8.0 / 10 gamingallthetime.com - 80% gamingevolution.info - 7.8 / 10 gamingxp.com-76% About the Game_Booster Trooper is the future of multiplayer platform shooters. It provides tons of fun with its fast paced action and larger-than-life weapons. You can run or fly around the map, blasting your enemies to bits with bullets, rockets, grenades, magma and other weapons from your arsenal.Whether you play it against the BOTs or a live player, Booster Trooper will constantly keep you on the edge! Rankings, co-operation, tactics and split second decisions will deliver hours and hours of online multiplayer entertainment!Key features_ Fast paced, adrenaline packed game play. 12 Player Multiplayer. More than 15 Maps Various weapons, ranging from assault rifle, shotgun, sniper rifle to minigun, magma thrower and more. Each weapon is unique, requiring different approach & tactics. Online ranking boards. More than 250 Achievements Single player vs. bots supported. Deathmatch, Team DM, Capture the Flag, Destroy the base and more... Ships with dedicated server software
[Midweek Madness] Kane and Lynch and Hitman Bundle -75% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-07 | http://store.steampowered.com/sub/11456Individual Hitman/Kane & Lynch titles also available at 66% off.Offer Ends Thursday at 4pm Pacific Time.Title: Kane and Lynch and Hitman BundleGenre: ActionDeveloper: Io Interactive, IO InteractivePublisher: SQUARE ENIX, Eidos InteractiveLanguages: English, French, German, Italian, SpanishFull audio support may not be present for all languages. View the individual games for more details.Single-playerMulti-playerCo-opSteam AchievementsSteam LeaderboardsDownloadable ContentLocal Co-opController enabled
[Todays Deal] Cloning Clyde -67% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-06 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/91800Title: Cloning ClydeGenre: Family, Casual, IndieDeveloper: Bacon Wrapped GamesPublisher: NinjaBeeRelease Date: 15 Mar 2011Languages: English, French, German, Italian, SpanishSingle-playerSteam AchievementsSteam CloudStatsController enabledAbout the Game_Have you ever been cloned? Ever wonder what it would be like to be half chicken? Half monkey? Half frog? Well, wonder no more when you play Cloning Clyde.As Clyde, or one of his clones, work your way through the levels of the nefarious Dupliclone, Inc. building. It houses bizarre simulated environments created specifically to accommodate their unconventional cloning experiments. Have fun utilizing the many clones running amok inside Dupliclone, as you try to free yourself...or should we say yourselves. Be careful of the traps set by the sinister corporation, and watch out for mutant clones! Get even more inventive and you can use the cloning technology to combine the Clyde clones with some of your co-inhabitants to make mutant Chicken-Clydes, Frog-Clydes, Ape-Clydes and more. Many of the mutant Clydes have special abilities that can help you to escape from the evil Dupliclone, Inc.Cloning Clyde is a 3D side-scrolling adventure.Key features_ Explore a visually compelling world filled with hilarious action and crazy adventure as you struggle to escape the clutches of the evil company Dupliclone, Inc. Play as a variety of mutant Clydes, each with unique abilities, including 'Chicken-Clyde', 'Frog-Clyde', 'Sheep-Clyde' and more. Solve exciting and addictive puzzles with a variety of resolutions. Play not only as one character but also switch between hundreds of clones. Hours of fun with 40 compelling levels.
[Pre-Purchase] Saints Row: The Third Pre-Purchase Offer in Description ValveVideos 2011-09-06 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/55230Title: Saints Row: The ThirdGenre: ActionDeveloper: VolitionPublisher: THQRelease Date: 18 Nov 2011Languages: Czech, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, SpanishSingle-playerCo-opSteam CloudValve Anti-Cheat enabledController enabledPre-Purchase Offer_Pre-purchase Saints Row: The Third and receive Professor Genki's Hyper Ordinary Pack!About the Game_Years after taking Stilwater for their own, the Third Street Saints have evolved from street gang to household brand name, with Saints sneakers, Saints energy drinks and Johnny Gat bobble head dolls all available at a store near you.The Saints are kings of Stilwater, but their celebrity status has not gone unnoticed. The Syndicate, a legendary criminal fraternity with pawns in play all over the globe, has turned its eye on the Saints and demands tribute. Refusing to kneel to the Syndicate, you take the fight to Steelport, a once-proud metropolis reduced to a struggling city of sin under Syndicate control.Take a tank skydiving, call in a satellite-targeted airstrike on a Mexican wrestling gang, and defend yourself against a highly-trained military force using only a sex toy in the most out- landish gameplay scenarios ever seen, igniting a city-wide war that will set Steelport on fire. Strap it on.
[Todays Deal] Hamiltons Great Adventure -50% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-05 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/42140Notice: Hamilton's Great Adventure only supports Windows Vista or Windows 7.Title: Hamilton's Great AdventureGenre: Adventure, Indie, CasualDeveloper: FatsharkPublisher: FatsharkRelease Date: 31 May 2011Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, SwedishSingle-playerLocal Co-opSteam AchievementsSteam LeaderboardsSteam CloudController enabledReviews_PSXExtreme - 8.2/10"I was supposed to be crossing the 20-hour mark in Deus Ex: Human Revolution yesterday afternoon and yet, I found myself playing a downloadable game called Hamilton's Great Adventure. That should say something."GAMINGXP - 81%"It sets a few new standards for the puzzle-genre and has the ability to leave you speechless because it doesn't meet your expectations but outnumbers them!"PSM3 Magazine UK - 84%"A blend of third-person platformer and unforgiving puzzle that pulls you in with impeccable logic - then spits you out, entertained"About the Game_Hamilton's Great Adventure puts your problem solving and timing skills to the test. Outsmart the enemies, rush through the levels and collect all the bling to ensure your place on the leaderboards.In single player, switch between Hamilton and Sasha the bird to get through more than 60 challenging levels, or play the game in offline co-op mode and control one character each! The game supports both keyboard/mouse and game pads.The increasing difficulty will keep even the most seasoned gamers on their toes and only the players with Mad Skillz will make it to the end. Will you be one of the select few in the world to complete the Toader level 100%?Key Features_ Highly addictive puzzle adventure! Embark on a fantastic journey & unravel an ancient mystery! Puzzle solo or take a friend along on the adventure with simultaneous hotseat coop!
[Todays Deal] Velvet Assassin -50% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-04 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/16720Title: Velvet AssassinGenre: ActionDeveloper: Replay StudiosPublisher: SouthPeak GamesRelease Date: 1 May 2009Languages: English, FrenchSingle-playerController enabledAbout the Game_Inspired by the fascinating story and unbreakable spirit of British secret agent Violette Szabo, players take control of Violette Summer, a beautiful World War II spy deep behind enemy lines with no support or official backing from the British Government. Intense stealth action game play with a startling real-time lighting system and surreal visuals combine to produce an incredible gaming experience. Through third person game play, sneak up on enemies and pull the pins from their belted grenades. Infiltrate a Gestapo prison and slip cyanide to your own men before the Germans make them talk. And slink through the shadows to finish off your unsuspecting enemies with a single, silent move. Through Violette's fever dreams, experience what she experienced. Walk where she walked. And kill those she killed. Stealth assasinations -- Execute over 50 different brutal maneuvers to deliver a quick and silent death to enemy soldiers or use the environment itself to take down Violette's foes. Dynamic lighting and shadows -- Slip into the darkness of Nazi-controlled Europe and avoid the relentless searchlights of German guards that cut through your shadowy cover. Stylized environments - Explore surreal, dreamlike settings that are modeled after actual World War II locations. Unique perspective - Experience the unimaginable horrors of war through Violette's fever dreams. Shift into Morphine Mode when Violette's memories betray her to reposition and gain an advantage against opposing forces.
[Todays Deal] The Chronicles of Riddick™ Assault on Dark Athena -67% OFF ValveVideos 2011-09-03 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/9860Notice: After activating the game for a third time TAGES will start a 30-day timer. After 30 days you will get that activation back up to 3 total activations.Title: The Chronicles of Riddick™ Assault on Dark AthenaGenre: ActionDeveloper: Starbreez Studios ABPublisher: AtariRelease Date: 16 Jun 2009Languages: English*, Spanish, German, French, Italian*languages with full audio support3rd-party DRM: TAGES™Single-playerMulti-playerAbout the Game_Be Riddick, the most ruthless criminal in the universe. In his latest chronicle, Riddick has been captured by The Dark Athena, a mercenary ship hell-bent on eliminating him once and for all. Using his intense hand-to-hand combat skills, explosive firepower, and lethal stealth, Riddick must shut down the maniacal Captain Revas and her deadly crew. When Riddick steps into the darkness, no one is safe.Before battling the Necromongers on Helion Prime — even before the crash landing of the Hunter-Gratzner on a deserted planet in Pitch Black — Riddick stalked his enemies across the universe. Play the award-winning Escape from Butcher Bay campaign, which has been re-mastered with top of the line graphics specifically for next-gen systems.The new Assault on Dark Athena campaign takes place immediately following the events on Butcher Bay, as now Riddick must use his well-honed skills to evade capture by the forces of Captain Revas, and put an end to her evil plans once and for all.With Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena you get two complete games! Brutal and Graphic Executions: Dozens of graphically gorgeous ways to perform brutal instant executions on unsuspecting enemies Advanced Melee Combat Mechanics: Well-developed hand-to-hand combat system combines traditional melee attacks with blocks, parries, and savage counter-attacks Intuitive Stealth System: An intuitive stealth system unique to the FPS genre adds a whole new dimension of strategy to traditional action and FPS game play Exciting Online Multi-player: Multi-player includes never before seen game modes as well as melee combat and stealth action Developed by Starbreeze Studios: Acclaimed developers of the first Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay title as well as other hit titles including The Darkness Escape from Butcher Bay Game Included: A new, upgraded version of the award winning Xbox and PC title Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay — recognized as one of the best games of 2004 — has been visually re-mastered for next-gen systems, and has been included free along with the stunning, new Dark Athena campaign
[Weekend Deal] Call of Duty Titles -50% OFF Except MW3 & Black Ops ValveVideos 2011-09-01 | http://store.steampowered.com/sale/Call_of_Duty_Franchise_Weekend?snr=1_4_4__40_1Title: Call of Duty®Genre: ActionDeveloper: Infinity Ward, Treyarch, Gray Matter StudiosPublisher: ActivisionAbout the Game - Call of Duty®: Black Ops_The biggest first-person action series of all time and the follow-up to last year's blockbuster Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare 2 returns with Call of Duty®: Black Ops. About the Game - Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® 2_The most-anticipated game of the year and the sequel to the best-selling first-person action game of all time, Modern Warfare 2 continues the gripping and heart-racing action as players face off against a new threat dedicated to bringing the world to About the Game - Call of Duty® 4: Modern Warfare®_Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare arms gamers with an arsenal of advanced and powerful modern day firepower and transports them to the most treacherous hotspots around the globe About the Game - Call of Duty: World at War_Call of Duty is back, redefining war like you've never experienced before. Building on the Call of Duty 4®: Modern Warfare engine, Call of Duty: World at War immerses players into the most gritty and chaotic WWII combat ever experienced. Call of Duty®: War Chest_Call of DutyCall of Duty® 2Call of Duty United Offensive
[Midweek Madness] Far Cry® 2: Fortunes Edition & Far Cry® -75% OFF ValveVideos 2011-08-31 | http://store.steampowered.com/sale/FarCryMidweekTitle: Far Cry CompleteGenre: ActionDeveloper: Crytek Studios, Ubisoft MontrealPublisher: UbisoftRelease Date: 4 Feb 2010Languages: English, French, Italian, German, SpanishFull audio support may not be present for all languages. View the individual games for more details.3rd-party DRM: One or more products in this package may use the 3rd party DRM SecuROM™.Single-playerMulti-playerAbout the Game - Far Cry®_You are a gun for hire, trapped in a war-torn African state, stricken with malaria and forced to make deals with corrupt warlords on both sides of the conflict in order to make this country your home. About the Game Far - Cry® 2: Fortune's Edition_A tropical paradise seethes with hidden evil in Far Cry®, a cunningly detailed action shooter that pushes the boundaries of combat to shocking new levels. Freelance mariner Jack Carver is cursing the day he ever came to this island.
[Todays Deal] The Polynomial - Space of the music -75% OFF ValveVideos 2011-08-30 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/67000STEAMPLAY - Windows & MacTitle: The Polynomial - Space of the musicGenre: Action, Casual, IndieDeveloper: Dmytry LavrovPublisher: Dmytry LavrovRelease Date: 16 Oct 2010Languages: EnglishSingle-playerSteam AchievementsSteam LeaderboardsController enabledAbout the Game_The Polynomial is a 3D spaceflight music game with abstract, mathematically generated scenery and models which are set to the music of your choice. You fly around in a very strange universe, shoot the enemies, meet and protect the friends, collect bonuses, fly through wormholes, and so on, all while rocking out to the music.You can play the music supplied with the game or build a playlist of your own songs; you can even use microphone as music source. The music animation is highly configurable with multiple visualization types.If shooting up stuff is not your thing, maybe you'll like using it in editor mode to create unique fractal artwork. Or you can set the difficulty to none and concentrate on all the non-killing action and enjoying the beauty.The Polynomial features an innovative scoring system. Scoring is based on continuously timed counts of your actions in the past 1, 5, 20, and 60 minutes of your play, as well as on how much you can do in the space of one lifetime without being killed. If you are playing for the score and you screw up early, you can just keep on playing -- thanks to the unique continuous scoring. All of the timed counts are running simultaneously and your scores are constantly updated.There are multiple scoreboards for different types of action, as well as a combined score which rewards you for balanced play. Conversely, if you just like flying around and don't like shooting, you can try top the scoring in just the flowers you have collected or wormholes you passed through -- and if you think you are very bad at this game, you can try to get the high score in number of deaths.Key features_ Dynamic universe set to music of your choice or microphone input. Unique 3D graphics and effects. Highly configurable visuals, music, and image post-processing. Full featured editable music playlist. Anaglyph, side by side, and interlaced stereo 3D modes. Joystick support. Built in arena generator and editor. 35 hand-picked arenas. Several music visualizers to choose from. Innovative scoring function.
[Pre-Purchase] Hard Reset -10% OFF ValveVideos 2011-08-30 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/98400Title: Hard ResetGenre: Action, IndieDeveloper: Flying Wild HogPublisher: Flying Wild HogRelease Date: 13 Sep 2011Languages: English*, German**languages with full audio supportSingle-playerSteam AchievementsSteam LeaderboardsStatsAbout the Game_In the only remaining human city of Bezoar, Major Fletcher, an Army Combat Veteran and soldier of the CLN, is dragged into a conflict between two of mankind's greatest enemies. He is to discover that nothing is what it seems to be.Hard Reset is an action-packed, single-player shooter for the PC. With over-the-top destruction, loads of enemies, great weapon variety and a beautifully realized cyberpunk setting, Hard Reset is sure to shake up the shooter scene.Key features: A haunting cyberpunk / dark sci-fi setting Fast-paced, old-school shooter gameplay Hordes of enemies to destroy Epic boss fights A deep, experience-based weapon upgrade system High-fidelity graphics with full dynamic lighting Extensive use of physics and dynamic environments
[Todays Deal] Numen: Contest of Heroes -75% OFF ValveVideos 2011-08-29 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/60800Title: Numen: Contest of HeroesGenre: RPGDeveloper: CINEMAX, s.r.o.Publisher: CINEMAX, s.r.o.Release Date: 3 Jun 2010Languages: EnglishSingle-playerAbout the Game_Nine deities. Nine heroes. And only one champion. Mythical Greece. The land of gods, poets, heroes, but also of terrible monsters and creatures.Numen is a fully three-dimensional action RPG set in mythical Greece. The player controls one of nine heroes, who in the name of the gods they follow compete in a grand test of their capabilities. Heroes who undertake a pilgrimage over the highest mountains, through valleys and deep forests, underground vaults and the scorched sand of deserts.Numen however is no mere hack-and-slash game. It offers the player the possibility of tactical decision making, searching for enemies' weak spots, selection of adequate weapons. It rewards those who are able to adapt to the changing situation on the battlefield. In this the player is helped by the unique powers and abilities invested in him or her by the god he or she follows, provided that the god is happy with him or her. The Olympian gods, after all, are renowned for their wanton and unpredictable nature... Action RPG with strong and intriguing storyline and surprising plot turns. Detailed 3D design with state-of-the-art visual effects. The game world based on the Greek mythology comprises of tens of locations situated on 12 islands with both exteriors and underground labyrinths. Many extensive main story and side quests. Select your hero's gender, his or her specialization out of three possibilities and one of nine deities for him or her to worship. Plenty of unique weapons, armors and items, more than 80 spells and abilities. Arena duels, training combats and tournaments.
[Todays Deal] Steel Storm: Burning Retribution -50% OFF ValveVideos 2011-08-28 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/96200STEAMPLAY - Windows & MacTitle: Steel Storm: Burning RetributionGenre: Action, IndieDeveloper: Kot in Action Creative ArtelPublisher: Kot in Action Creative ArtelRelease Date: 11 May 2011Languages: English, French, German, Russian, Spanish, Polish, PortugueseSingle-playerMulti-playerCo-opController enabledAbout the Game_Steel Storm: Burning Retribution is a top down action shooter with old school spirit. It marks the return of top-down shooters with new twists. The game has score oriented competitive gameplay, and is designed for people who like fast paced action, hordes of smart enemies, destructible worlds and ground shaking explosions.The events take place in an alternative universe where you control an advanced hovertank, packed with the most advanced and sophisticated weapons. Your task is simple, but nevertheless not trivial. In the fight against extraterrestrial invaders, you must prevail!Key features_ Enjoy fast paced and streamlined gameplay Engage in online warfare with up to 16 players in any of the multi-player modes Pave your way to victory with the burning remains of your enemies through 25 different missions Complete Challenges and unlock First-Person camera mode Create new missions or modify existing ones using the unique real-time collaborative mission editor and share them with the world
[Todays Deal] Metro 2033 -75% OFF ValveVideos 2011-08-27 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/43110Title: Metro 2033Genre: ActionDeveloper: 4A GamesPublisher: THQRelease Date: 18 Mar 2010Languages: English, Czech, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, SpanishSingle-playerSteam AchievementsSteam CloudAbout the Game_Set in the shattered subway of a post apocalyptic Moscow, Metro 2033 is a story of intensive underground survival where the fate of mankind rests in your hands.In 2013 the world was devastated by an apocalyptic event, annihilating almost all mankind and turning the earth's surface into a poisonous wasteland. A handful of survivors took refuge in the depths of the Moscow underground, and human civilization entered a new Dark Age.The year is 2033. An entire generation has been born and raised underground, and their besieged Metro Station-Cities struggle for survival, with each other, and the mutant horrors that await outside.You are Artyom, born in the last days before the fire, but raised Underground. Having never ventured beyond your Metro Station-City limits, one fateful event sparks a desperate mission to the heart of the Metro system, to warn the remnants of mankind of a terrible impending threat. Your journey takes you from the forgotten catacombs beneath the subway to the desolate wastelands above, where your actions will determine the fate of mankind. Metro 2033 is a gripping, atmospheric first person shooter experience powered by cutting edge technology, featuring full DX10 and NVIDIA PhysX support for high-end gaming PCs, to deliver incredible visuals Witness the everyday horrors of a broken society living in constant fear Brave the darkness of the tunnels, where mutants hunt their prey and ghostly spirits lurk Explore the desolate city-surface, trusting your gas mask and rifle to protect you from a poisoned world and the creatures that roam there Steel your nerve and prepare to face the terrors that await
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive [Trailer] ValveVideos 2011-08-26 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/1800Title: Counter-Strike: Global OffensiveGenre: ActionDeveloper: ValvePublisher: ValveAbout the Game_Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS: GO) will expand upon the team-based action gameplay that it pioneered when it was launched 12 years ago.CS: GO features new maps, characters, and weapons and delivers updated versions of the classic CS content (de_dust, etc.). In addition, CS: GO will introduce new gameplay modes, matchmaking, leader boards, and more."Counter-Strike took the gaming industry by surprise when the unlikely MOD became the most played online PC action game in the world almost immediately after its release in August 1999," said Doug Lombardi at Valve. "For the past 12 years, it has continued to be one of the most-played games in the world, headline competitive gaming tournaments and selling over 25 million units worldwide across the franchise. CS: GO promises to expand on CS' award-winning gameplay and deliver it to gamers on the PC as well as the next gen consoles and the Mac."CS: GO is being developed by Valve in cooperation with Seattle-based Hidden Path Entertainment. The title is targeted for release in early 2012 and will be playable at this year's PAX Prime and Eurogamer Expo.
[Todays Deal] LEGO Batman -50% OFF ValveVideos 2011-08-24 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/21000 Title: LEGO Batman Genre: Adventure, Action Developer: Traveller's Tales Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment Release Date: 10 Oct 2008 Languages: English, French, Spanish Single-player Local Co-op Controller enabled About the Game_ When all the villains in Arkham Asylum team up and break loose, only the dynamic duo is bold enough to take them on to save Gotham City. The fun of LEGO, the drama of Batman and the uniqueness of the combination makes for a comical and exciting adventure in LEGO Batman: The Videogame. Play as Batman and his sidekick Robin as you build, drive, swing and fight your way through Gotham City capturing escaped villains including The Joker, Penguin, Scarecrow and more. Then, jump into the story from the other side and play as Batmans foes! Enjoy the power you wield and battle Batman while spreading chaos throughout the city. There is no rest for the good (or evil!).
[Midweek Madness] ALL Serious Sam titles -66% OFF ValveVideos 2011-08-24 | http://store.steampowered.com/sale/SeriousSam?snr=1_4_4__40Notice: Midweek Madness Sale Bonus Offer: Pre-purchase Serious Sam 3: BFE now and receive 85% off on this game! Offer ends August 25, 2011 at 4pm Pacific time. Title: Serious Sam HD: Gold EditionGenre: ActionDeveloper: CroteamPublisher: Devolver DigitalRelease Date: 23 Sep 2010Languages: English, French, German, Italian, SpanishSingle-playerMulti-playerCo-opSteam AchievementsSteam LeaderboardsSteam CloudController enabledAbout the Game_The King of Indie Games has reclaimed his crown with Serious Sam HD: Gold Edition. The definitive collection of Serious Sam's trademark arcade-style shooter gameplay is packed to the brim with non-stop action and includes revamped high-definition versions of Serious Sam HD: First and Second Encounters as well as classic versions of both games!Developed by Croteam and powered by the Serious Engine 3, Serious Sam HD combines spectacularly enhanced visuals, including more polygons, higher resolution textures and more special effects for the gold standard in arcade-style FPS gaming. Serious Sam HD: First and Second Encounter feature epic campaign co-op modes and over a dozen high-octane multiplayer modes like deathmatch, capture the flag and the new survival matches for up to 16 players.Serious Sam HD: Gold Edition also includes the original Serious Sam: First and Second Encounter titles from 2001/2002 with four-player split screen, LAN support and the Serious Editor for custom maps creation!Free Update - Serious Sam HD Fusion PackThe Serious Sam HD Fusion DLC Pack combines all the campaign and multiplayer levels from Serious Sam HD: The First Encounter into Serious Sam HD: The Second Encounter for the ultimate in classic first-person shooter mayhem. For the first time ever, enjoy new modes like Beast Hunt and My Burden using the classic maps from Serious Sam HD: The First Encounter.Key FeaturesSINGLE PLAYER_ Various Environments and Secrets -- Unleash mayhem on 4 different spectacular worlds: Ancient Egypt, South America, Ancient Mesopotamia and Medieval Europe. Discover hundreds of secrets scattered across the blood-soaked battlefields across both Encounters. Unique Enemies and Bosses -- Fight with nightmarish warriors in Mental's army, including iconic baddies like the Beheaded Kamikaze, Syrian Werebull, Kleer Skeleton and Cucurbito the Pumpkin. Go head to head against massive bosses including Mordekai the Summoner and legendary Ugh-Zan III. Special Weapons and Power-Ups -- Wreak havoc with a huge arsenal of weapons like the Minigun, Rocket Launcher, Cannon, Flamethrower, Sniper and Chainsaw. Use Power-Ups to increase your fighting and agility skills to gain advantage again Mental and multiplayer opponents. MULTIPLAYER_ Survival Mode -- Try to stay alive as long as you can against continued enemies' attacks in specially designed survival maps! Co-Op Modes -- Plunge into chaos with up to 16 players in Cooperative Campaign, Survival Co-op and Coin-Op Co-op! Versus Modes -- Fight against your friends in versus modes including Deathmatch, Beast Hunt, Last Man Standing and My Burden! Team Modes -- Compete against other teams in team matches including Team Deathmatch, Capture the Flag and Last Team Standing! STEAM FEATURES_ Steam Achievements -- Earn over 100 amazingly attractive achievements to boost your social standing and become more attractive. Steam Leaderboards -- See your score recorded in both single player and cooperative leaderboards. Steam Cloud -- Store your profile online on the Steam Cloud servers, including your bindings, last played level and campaign progress. SERIOUS SAM CLASSIC VERSION FEATURES_ 4-Player Split Screen -- Fully supported in all game modes, in both LAN play and online! LAN Support -- Play multiplayer in your local network! Scorematch Mode -- Play versus mode for scores! Multiple Gravity -- Experience several gravities in one room or fight with enemies which are ambushing you from the ceiling, while you jump up to confront them! Serious Tools -- Includes tools used to create the game, Serious Editor and Serious Modeler, so gamers can create their own levels! Runs on both old and new PCs -- Can be played on most current and older PC video cards (DirectX 7 or OpenGL compliant 3D accelerator), processors (minimum AMD K6-3 400MHz, Pentium II or Celeron-A 300MHz) and systems (Windows 95 OSR2, 98, 98SE, ME, NT with SP4, 2000, XP, Vista, 7)!
[Todays Deal] Tidalis -85% OFF ValveVideos 2011-08-23 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/40420STEAMPLAY - Windows & MacTitle: TidalisGenre: Family, Casual, IndieDeveloper: Arcen Games, LLC Publisher: Arcen Games, LLCRelease Date: 16 Jul 2010Languages: EnglishSingle-playerMulti-playerCo-opSteam AchievementsSteam LeaderboardsReviews_"Tidalis is a match-3 game that doesn't feel tired or repetitive: I actually want to play it, which says something considering how many puzzle games I've reviewed. I don't think it's a stretch to say that Tidalis is one of the best puzzle game I've ever played. Simply put, if you like puzzle games (and even if you usually don't), you need to get Tidalis. Right now. Go!"James Allen, Out of Eight PC Game Reviews (8/8 score)"Overall, this is the most robust and interesting casual game I have seen in some time. There is so much to do and so many ways to play I don't even know that casual actually suits it. Yes the gameplay is casual but this is a highly developed, well-rounded, offering from Arcen Games that puts many games of higher price to shame. It's got numerous ways to play and very successfully takes an old genre, turns it on its head, and shows you just what can be done when you think outside of the box."Christophor Rick, Gamers Daily News (GDN Gold Award, 9/10 Score)About the Game_Tidalis is a block-based puzzle game with casual appeal, hardcore depth, and an addictive new "streams" mechanic. The game is brimming over with riffs and variants on that core mechanic with 20 game modes, dozens of special blocks and items, and 115 levels in the adventure mode alone. The basic rules of the game are this: blocks fall down into the board and have a color and an arrow direction. If a stack of blocks exceeds the height of the board, you lose. In order to clear blocks, you must right-click and drag paths through the arrows to set up chain reactions of like-colored blocks.If this sounds simple, that's because it is -- you'll be lining up lengthy chains within minutes. But you'll be surprised how much brainpower it takes to set up combos of multiple chains, and the many brainteaser-style puzzles include some real stumpers. Tidalis has co-op and competitive multiplayer modes (both online and offline); action-oriented modes and timer-less brainteasers; a lengthy, casual-friendly adventure mode; twenty unique game modes providing innumerable twists to the basic gameplay; dozens of special blocks and items; and over fifty minutes of beautiful music to go with the painterly art.In short, several games' worth of content are built on top of this core mechanic, which you'll quickly find to be as iconic as it is novel.Key Features_Puzzle game with casual appeal, hardcore depth, and an addictive new mechanic.Two-player co-op and competitive play (both local and networked).A wide selection of both action-oriented or brainteaser-like levels.Casual-friendly adventure mode, hardcore-focused custom games and vs modes.20+ game styles, and dozens of items and special blocks.Rich, painterly art style and beautiful music.Players can create and share whole new themes, levels, and adventures.Options for colorblind players, players averse to lots of light and motion, and older computers.
CrimeCraft: Bleedout |Free to Play| ValveVideos 2011-08-23 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/38830 Title: CrimeCraft: Bleedout Genre: Action, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Free to Play Developer: Vogster Entertainment Publisher: Vogster Entertainment Release Date: 25 Aug 2009 Languages: English*, Russian *languages with full audio support Single-player Multi-player Co-op Special Offer_ Play CrimeCraft: Bleedout before August 29th and receive a special Steam Welcome Package! Promotion limited to new accounts less than 7 days old. Items are automatically delivered to the user and can be withdrawn from the bank after tutorial zone is completed. Package includes_ Energy Max Boosts: Set of boosts that increase Loot, XP, and Cash gain for 24 hours of gametime. Jericho "Grenadier": Extremely powerful level 20 grenade launcher fully loaded with stat enhancing attachments. 60 Gold Bars: Black Market currency used to pimp out your character, try different skill builds, and experience additional content. Steamrolls: Hybrid serum that accelerates all metabolic functions, improving weapon damage as well as reducing pain. About the Game_ CRIMECRAFT: BLEEDOUT is a fast-paced third-person shooter set in the persistent world of Sunrise City, a near-future metropolis reeling from the total collapse of the entire world economy. Players compete in intense PvP combat with over 20 battle maps, tens of playmodes, and hundreds of weapons and skills to master. Build a gang, earn a reputation, and kill the competition. BLEEDOUT is first major content expansion to the Free to Play Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Shooter Crimecraft. The BLEEDOUT Campaign takes place across 10 Episodes, each featuring 2 1/2 hours of new story based missions. Featuring art from comic book allstars (Tim Bradstreet, Ben Templesmith, Nathan Fox and more). Join thousands of players online as you learn the rules of the street and the secrets to criminal success and survival. Hustle and kill to build a Reputation while unfolding the mysteries behind the devastating Bleedout event. Customize unique weapons and performance enhancing drugs for personal use or profit. Form a gang with your friends or ally with trustworthy strangers to dominate the city. Become the anti-hero at the top of everyone's hit list. BLEEDOUT HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY FEATURES_ New Age of Ruin -- The three major community areas (Downtown, Oceanside and Midtown) have undergone a radical transformation to supply the perfect ambiance to the unfolding tale of political intrigue. Powerful Rewards - Cards acquired exclusively through the campaign can be used to create deadly gear that will literally transform your character before your eyes. Epic PvE Campaign -- The Bleedout content update along with Episode 1 of the Campaign are available to all players for free. Full access to the campaign is given to users with Deluxe or Premium CrimeCraft Memberships. ABOUT CRIMECRAFT_ MMORPG Shooter -- CrimeCraft takes the best persistent world RPG features (thousands of other players, loot, guilds/gangs, crafting, trading, missions, skills, PvE and PvP Combat) and combines it with the action and skill based gameplay of a shooter. Free Updates -- Frequent huge content updates. Previous updates have added: player controlled nightclubs, new maps, new gameplay modes, new weapons, new skills, tournaments (daily, weekly and monthly), etc... New items are added bi-weekly. Gang Warfare -- Join a gang, recruit members, pool resources, outfit your gang crib, compete in gang-only tournaments and establish "street cred" for your crew based on individual and team-based dominance in battle. Free to Play -- Play as long as you want for free.
[Todays Deal] Combat Wings: Battle of Britain ValveVideos 2011-08-22 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/34820Title: Combat Wings: Battle of BritainGenre: SimulationDeveloper: City Interactive S.A.Publisher: City Interactive S.A.Release Date: 14 Oct 2009Languages: English, French, German, Italian, SpanishSingle-playerMulti-playerAbout the Game_Destroy the Luftwaffe!There's something new in the air, and it's more than the hum of hundreds of aero engines... As the Luftwaffe launches its aerial offensive, the outnumbered Royal Air Force is scrambling to bring into combat new planes that will ensure victory over a stronger foe. Will they succeed? It's up to you, and your Hurricane or Spitfire. If you hold off the enemy long enough, you'll be the first to fly the Hawker Tornado and Westland Whirlwind into combat, and enable the Empire to strike back before Reichsmarschall Goering finishes his breakfast. You'll be rewarded with bonus missions, promotions, decorations, and a view of burning Berlin from the tail turret of a Halifax bomber. Join in the new Battle of Britain. Your aircraft is ready and waiting... Enjoy the realism of a detailed damage model, stunning graphics, and outstanding special effects Choose between arcade and flight simulator control modes, and the RAF or the Luftwaffe in multiplayer mode Get on board of one of realistically modeled planes, e.g. Spitfire and Hurricane and dive into the world of ultra realistic air fights
[Pre-Purchase] Deus Ex: Human Revolution™ Receive 8 items in TF2 [Last chance to Pre-Purchase] ValveVideos 2011-08-21 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/28050Title: Deus Ex: Human Revolution™Genre: Action, RPGDeveloper: Eidos MontrealPublisher: SQUARE ENIXRelease Date: 26 Aug 2011Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, SpanishSingle-playerSteam AchievementsSteam CloudReviews_ PC GAMER -- 94% Editor's Choice Award "A dark, cool and beautiful revival of an incredible game. Smart substantial, funny, creative and endlessly entertaining." Team Fortress 2 Pre-Purchase Offer_Pre-Purchase Deus Ex: Human Revolution on Steam and receive 8 items in Team Fortress 2! The Deus Specs, The Diamondback, The Widowmaker, The Machina, The Company Man, The Short Circuit, The Purity Fist and The Nanobalaclava.Augmented Edition_ Free, giftable copy of Deus Ex: Game of the Year Edition to play right now. (The game will be giftable if you already own the game) Exclusive 40-page Artbook - Showcasing the concepts behind the world of 2027. Discover the origins of the design, the characters and the weapons of Deus Ex: Human Revolution 44-minute making-of chronicling the trials and tribulations of the Eidos-Montreal team Motion comic based on the first issue of the DC Comics adaptation Game soundtrack composed by Michael McCann E3 Trailer and animated storyboard About the Game_You play Adam Jensen, a security specialist, handpicked to oversee the defense of one of America's most experimental biotechnology firms. But when a black ops team uses a plan you designed to break in and kill the scientists you were hired to protect, everything you thought you knew about your job changes.Key features_ The long-awaited return of the award winning franchise that blends the best of Action and RPG: the perfect mix of combat, stealth, hacking, and social gameplay. Play as Adam Jensen, a mechanically augmented agent: customize and upgrade your character with more than 50 unique augmentations that support your style of play. Deadly weapons: Over 20 available weapons, each with their own customizable elements. Fight enemies including dangerous thugs, augmented special operations soldiers, advanced robots; and engage in epic boss battles. Live the reactive and dangerous world: your choices will have consequences in the game's world. Play in an open-ended world: there are always multiple solutions to every challenge. Engage the unique Cyber Renaissance setting: discover a unique world that blends near future and Renaissance elements. Travel the world: visit multiple unique locations across the globe each with their own design, story and gameplay elements. Become involved in vast global conspiracy: unravel the story — discover who you can really trust. Decide humanity's future: the decision you make and the actions you take will lead to an ultimate decision on mankind's future.
[Todays Deal] Jamestown -50% OFF ValveVideos 2011-08-21 | http://store.steampowered.com/app/94200Title: JamestownGenre: Indie, ActionDeveloper: Final Form GamesPublisher: Final Form GamesRelease Date: 8 Jun 2011Languages: EnglishSingle-playerLocal Co-opSteam AchievementsSteam LeaderboardsStatsController enabledReviews_"the way the guns feel, the music, the pacing, it's all fabulous." Rock, Paper, ShotgunAbout the Game_Jamestown: Legend Of The Lost Colony is a neo-classical top-down shooter for up to 4 players, set on 17th-century British Colonial Mars. It features all the intensity, depth, and lovingly handcrafted pixels of a classic arcade shooter, with a modern twist: deeply-integrated cooperative gameplay.Unlike most top-down shooters, which give multiple players a shared pool of lives or continues, Jamestown does something different. So long as any player survives, the team can be brought back from death. By giving every player the power to rescue their team from the jaws of destruction, Jamestown creates an exhilarating cooperative experience where everyone's contribution truly matters. Win or lose, your team will do it together.Key features_ Blast your way through historic Mars as a crack team of up to 4 friends in local co-op mode Marvel and rejoice at vast expanses of lovingly handcrafted pixels Escape into a fast-paced story of swashbuckling redemption Epic orchestral scores composed by Francisco Cerda, unique to each level Brave the hostile Martian frontier with your pick of 1619's finest steampunk weaponry Master innovative co-op mechanics paired with classical top-down shooter gameplay Test your skills against 20+ rule-bending bonus levels Run the "Gauntlet" arcade mode, and play Jamestown like it's 1996 Leverage the unique scoring system to claw your way up the online leaderboards Unlock all 30+ Steam achievements... if you can!
