Following in the footsteps of the Epic Games Store, Steam frequently surprises its community by making various titles available at no cost. The latest game to join this lineup is Arabian Gulf.
This survival-driven adventure drops players into a vast desert expanse where the primary objective is to scavenge for buried treasure. According to the developer’s notes, players will encounter “intense combat” while fending off hordes of zombie-like adversaries. While early Steam reviews suggest the experience may be unpolished, a free addition to your library is hard to argue with. You can claim it until Sunday, February 8, at 1 p.m. EST.
However, the real highlight of the weekend is undoubtedly XCOM 2. Firaxis Games’ critically acclaimed tactical strategy title is free to play until February 9 at 1 p.m. EST. In this high-stakes experience, you command a clandestine military resistance fighting to reclaim Earth from alien occupiers. The game is famous for its brutal turn-based combat and permanent death mechanics, where losing a seasoned soldier can be devastating. If you decide to keep the fight going after the trial, the game is currently slashed to just $2.99 until February 19.
For VR enthusiasts, Glassbreakers: Champions of Moss is also hosting a free trial period. Available until February 9 at 11 a.m. EST, this strategic MOBA focuses on “real-time, hex-based tactile battles.” Whether you want to test your reflexes in competitive play or sharpen your tactics against AI opponents, it’s an excellent showcase for VR strategy.
Rounding out the weekend’s offerings is Hellcard, a unique roguelike deckbuilder that is free to try until February 9 at 1 p.m. EST. During this period, the game is also discounted to $7.50 through February 11. Hellcard sets itself apart from the genre by emphasizing spatial positioning; players must be highly tactical about where monsters are placed on the field to successfully repel demonic forces. The game supports both solo play and cooperative multiplayer for those who prefer dungeoneering with friends.
Source: Polygon
