Esther is a new, dark and atmospheric strategy game from the creators of The Witcher 3. You play as a woman who must navigate through an oppressive society in order to find food and shelter. The game is set in a world where the government controls everything, and you must use your cunning and strength to survive. There are many different ways to play, from singleplayer mode where you explore the world and complete quests, to co-operative multiplayer where you team up with friends to take on waves of enemies. If you’re looking for an intense, story-driven experience that will keep you engaged for hours on end, then Esther is definitely worth checking out.
One could argue that Dear Esther launched the entire genre called walking simulators. This led to beloved games like Gone Home, Firewatch, and a slew of other games not focused on combat. Instead, these games focus on story and exploration. Some people use the term “walking simulator” as an insult, but it can also be endearing.
The Steam description does a great job of explaining what makes Dear Esther so beloved:
It’s a simple premise, but the game’s gorgeous (for the time) world makes you want to keep exploring to find out what’s actually happening.
Usually, Dear Esther: Landmark Edition sells for $9.99, but from now until February 16 at 10:00 am ET, you can add it to your Steam library and keep the game forever.
This isn’t one of those free for a weekend sort of deals. Once you’ve added the game to your library, you can play it at your leisure.
