Steam is offering a free weekend for the co-op first-person shooter “Deep Rock Galactic,” allowing players to try the game without any cost. This event started today and will run until June 17, 2024. Alongside the free weekend, the game is also on sale with a significant discount of 67%.
About the Game
“Deep Rock Galactic” is a cooperative first-person shooter developed by Ghost Ship Games and published by Coffee Stain Publishing. The game, which combines elements of mining and combat, allows players to control dwarves who mine precious resources in alien-infested caverns. Players must work together to complete missions, battling hordes of hostile creatures while navigating procedurally generated environments.
The game initially entered early access in February 2018 and was fully released in May 2020. Since its release, “Deep Rock Galactic” has been praised for its engaging gameplay and cooperative mechanics. It has garnered an “overwhelmingly positive” rating on Steam, with over 122,000 reviews from players.
Seasonal Updates and New Content
The free weekend coincides with the launch of the game’s fourth season, which introduces new content and challenges. The new season, titled “Plaguefall,” features a new enemy type known as the “Rockpox” and adds new grenades and cosmetic items, including unique beards for the player characters.
Ghost Ship Games continues to support “Deep Rock Galactic” with regular updates and new content. This commitment to ongoing development has helped maintain a strong player base and high levels of engagement. The latest update also includes a new 100-tier season pass, offering additional rewards and challenges for dedicated players.
How to Participate
To join the free weekend, players can visit the game’s page on Steam and click the “Play Game” button. This allows access to the full game until the event ends on June 17. For those who enjoy the game and wish to continue playing after the free period, “Deep Rock Galactic” is available for purchase at a reduced price of $10, a 67% discount from its regular price.
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— Steam (@Steam) June 13, 2024
Community and Reception
“Deep Rock Galactic” has been well-received by both players and critics. It is praised for its unique blend of cooperative gameplay, challenging missions, and a strong sense of camaraderie among players. The game’s developers have also been recognized for their dedication to improving and expanding the game based on community feedback.
The free weekend offers a great opportunity for new players to experience the game and join its vibrant community. With its engaging gameplay and continuous updates, “Deep Rock Galactic” remains a standout title in the cooperative FPS genre.
