We’re here today with a list of 15 best Steam games to satisfy your hunger for great titles that you can download on your faithful old computers. Before we get going with the compilation, we’d like to make it clear that this is an incredibly subjective list, and is based on experiences we’ve had with these titles. Your opinions about what titles should be included and what shouldn’t are definitely bound to differ with ours, but we guarantee that all these games are extremely enjoyable to revel in. So let us see which ones have made it to the list.
1 – Borderlands 2
Like its predecessor, Borderlands 2 is an innovative blend of chaotic first-person shooting gameplay and a number of role-playing elements. To add to that, it’s a full-fledged co-op game that can be played by four people at once. Developed by the veterans over at Gearbox Software, it can be grabbed for Windows as well as Mac.
2 – Fallout 3
Regarded as one of the greatest RPGs of all time, this classic from Bethesda delivers whole-heartedly, some of the most memorable gaming experiences you’ll ever have. Taking place in a brilliantly built post-apocalyptic open-world, Fallout 3 contains highly addictive open-ended gameplay, a flexible leveling system, unique characters, a gripping story, a fine soundtrack and a charming atmosphere.
3 – Terraria
Well, you can’t find Minecraft on Steam, but Terraria is quite a similar offering to the popular sandbox title. Transpiring in a randomly generated 2D world, Terraria delivers enjoyable action-adventure gameplay which is riddled with features like exploration, crafting, construction and combat. It had made history in 2011 when it was launched for Valve’s service, as it had managed to sell off 50,000 copies on day one which is quite a large number for a small indie offering.
A turn-based tactical role-playing title, XCOM: Enemy Unknown is a beautiful ‘reimagined’ remake of the 1994 cult classic, UFO: Enemy Unknown. This much-praised strategy game is extremely addictive, and is a must-have for fans of the genre. Set in the near future, in the background of an alien invasion of the Earth, it allows you to control an elite multinational paramilitary organization called XCOM which is trying to save the world.
5 – Far Cry 3
One of the finest games to have been released in 2012, Ubisoft’s Far Cry 3 managed to impress with each and every aspect of its. If not for anything, play Far Cry 3 for witnessing one of the most impressive voice acting performances in recent times which comes via the character of Vass, played by Michael Mando. Essentially a first-person shooter, this game comes equipped with a vast open-world setting riddled with lots of activities you can indulge in when you’re not following its campaign missions.
6 – The Walking Dead
One of the most engaging narratives ever told through video games, The Walking Dead is available in the form of five episodes that make up its first season, with a second season gearing up for release later this year. It takes a morality based approach towards the zombie apocalypse from Robert Kirkman’s comics, and presents a story which shapes itself up based on the quick decisions you make while playing it.
7 – Portal 2
Created by Valve, Portal 2 is a masterpiece by every sense of the term. It’s witty writing, engaging narrative, enthralling mood and mind-blowing puzzle-based gameplay successfully manage to make it an irresistible offering. Portal 2 is one of the finest games of this generation and deserves to be played by all of you out there.
Deus Ex: Human Revolution is an utterly unique title that has received immense acclaim for its open-ended nature. This cyberpunk-themed futuristic action-RPG is based on the concept of human augmentations, and features a dark portrayal of the world’s future. Its gameplay is made enjoyable thanks to its focus on allowing players to tackle the situations as they wish to by not preaching a single linear path.
9 – Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition
GTA V may be out in the open but PC gamers still haven’t heard anything official about a Windows release for the new title. In the meanwhile, you can download its predecessor along with its two standalone expansions titled The Lost and Damned and The Ballad of Gay Tony. The open-world brilliance of Grand Theft Auto games needs no introductions, and hence you can purchase this collection with blindfolds on.
10 – Dota 2
Few gamers exist who haven’t heard of the Dota phenomenon. The Warcraft 3 mod which gained its own popularity and ultimately spawned a sequel in the form of Dota 2 has seen a remarkable journey. Dota 2 is a multiplayer online battle arena game that’s available exclusively through Steam. This sequel expands upon its predecessor’s gameplay offerings, while also delivering enhanced visuals and deeper design.
11 – Tomb Raider
A reboot that explored a completely new period of Lara Croft’s life, Tomb Raider turned out to be an extremely successful game for Square Enix earlier this year. It’s a fantastic action-adventure to jump into, especially due to the fact that you get to explore a completely new aspect of the culturally significant character’s life.
12 – BioShock Infinite
BioShock Infinite is the third entry to the legendary series, but is the first to take place in the fictional setting of Columbia. This floating city has been built with remarkable scope, and facilitates frantic action all throughout the game. A hard-hitting story binds BioShock Infinite together, and if not that, its overall appeal, it’s premium gameplay and above all, the character of Elizabeth will definitely manage to hook you onto the game.
13 – Payday 2
Payday 2 is all about bank heists, and the planning that needs to be put into them. This four-player co-op shooter allows you to conduct robberies while playing with three other people, and it’s this title’s superb additions over its predecessor which makes it a desirable offering.
14 – The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
The massive game that Skyrim is, creates a long-lasting impression on you with its incredible diversity. This action-RPG developed by the stalwarts of the genre, Bethesda Game Studios, revolves around the main character’s efforts to defeat a dragon named Alduin. Apart from the main story however, the location of Skyrim also plays host to a large number of others which you can keep yourselves busy with.
Released only recently, Batman Arkham Origins takes familiar and much-loved elements of its awesome predecessors, and blends them with a story that’s set years before the events which transpired in the first game. Batman Arkham Origins is definitely a worthwhile offering to add to your library if you’re a fan of the caped crusader.
Conclusion:
That ends our rant about these 15 best Steam games. Like we said earlier, this list is bound to contradict your opinions, as there are a large number of other games that could have found a place in it. But in our opinion, these fifteen titles indeed deserve a place in your Steam libraries.