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Steam is currently offering several highly rated games at significant discounts, including the demolition simulation Demolish & Build 2017 for €1.19, the shooter classic Max Payne 2 for €2.49, and the hand-drawn adventure Machinarium for €3.99. The action RPG Bastion, developed by the creators of Hades, and the fast-paced shooter Echo Point Nova are also available at deeply reduced prices. These deals span genres from simulation and adventure to action and sci-fi, offering players a rare chance to acquire classic and modern titles at remarkably affordable rates.
Metro 2039: Fourth Main Entry in Post-Apocalyptic Series Revealed on April 16
The fourth main installment of the Metro series, Metro 2039, will be officially unveiled on April 16, 2026. Developed by 4A Games and Deep Silver, the game follows up on Metro Exodus from 2019 and is co-created with Dmitry Glukhovsky. It is expected to be set in Moscow, though it remains uncertain whether protagonist Artyom returns or if a new character will take center stage.
Bungie has released its new PvPvE extraction shooter Marathon, set in a science fiction world centered around a destroyed spaceship. The game has reached third place among the best-selling titles on Steam in the US, surpassing Arc Raiders, despite facing heavy criticism over its monetization. Ahead of its March 5, 2026 release, Bungie is conducting a free 'Server Slam' to test servers and matchmaking, while also announcing a major patch and responding to player feedback with planned UI improvements, balance adjustments, and Duo lobbies. Marathon will also be available on last-generation Xbox and PlayStation consoles, adding to its accessibility.
Bungie's Marathon Dominates Steam Charts – Beta Hits 143,000 Players Amid UI Criticism
Bungie's new survival extraction shooter Marathon has topped Steam's sales charts, climbing to third place ahead of its official launch. The Server Slam Beta reached 143,000 concurrent players on its first day, earning praise for its gunplay but drawing criticism for its user interface. Despite falling below 100,000 players at launch, the game received positive initial reviews. Meanwhile, Steam is offering deep discounts on other titles including Cities: Skylines, Ruiner, and Aven Colony.