Usually, holidays mean going out to relax before diving back into school and work. But with this year’s tricky situation, staying home and gaming is the safest and most patriotic choice.
Here’s part two of our list of the 10 best free games on Steam, perfect for your long holiday break. Hopefully, these will make your time off a blast.
Krunker
If your PC is pretty old but you love FPS games, Krunker is a perfect pick. Its Minecraft-style graphics make it super lightweight, with almost no GPU requirements. All you need is a CPU running at 2.33 GHz or higher and at least 100 MB of free space to enjoy smooth gameplay.
The graphics are simple, but the gameplay is no joke. It looks like your typical shooter, but mastering the movement and shooting mechanics takes real skill and practice. Pros can jump around, dash like lightning, and pull off insane shots, so don’t be surprised if you get outplayed.
If you’re tired of standard matches, try custom servers with unique modes like Infected, Parkour, or Capture the Flag. You can even create your own server and map to invite friends. Plus, there’s an in-game marketplace where you can trade items and skins, letting you earn like a true gamer.
World of Tanks
This legendary game needs no introduction. World of Tanks takes you to battlefields filled with tanks from World War I through the Cold War, delivering intense, realistic tank warfare.
Every shot requires careful calculation, considering penetration power, impact angle, shell deviation, and enemy armor thickness. Your positioning and movement can make or break the match, challenging your patience, strategy, and luck.
If your tank gets destroyed, you can’t use it again until the match ends. The physics are very realistic, and the slower pace compared to other online games makes every battle feel like a true fight for survival and glory.
League of Legends
A holiday list wouldn’t be complete without mentioning this national favorite. League of Legends is super familiar to most players, and the holiday is a great time to grind and enjoy it with friends.
Since it’s so popular, it’s easy to find friends to play with. Compared to other games on this list, LoL is the easiest to gather a squad for. Its fun and lively gameplay guarantees quality entertainment with your closest buddies.
Fishing Planet
Many of you probably had to cancel your trips this holiday because of bad weather. If you’re craving the feeling of being outdoors surrounded by nature, this game is for you.
The gameplay focuses on fishing, developed by a team passionate and knowledgeable about the hobby. It’s praised for its realism, making you feel like you’re actually out in the wild enjoying a fishing trip.
The game nails the environment with great graphics and sound. While it’s not AAA-level, it’s enough to immerse you in beautiful nature.
This isn’t your old-school quick-click fishing game. Fishing Planet teaches you different fishing techniques from beginner to advanced, offering a true angler experience. You’ll face many challenges and have to find clever solutions to succeed.
War Thunder (BONUS)
War Thunder recreates battles with vehicles on land, sea, and air. It features nearly 1,000 different vehicles, giving you a rich and varied experience.
What makes it unique is the lack of a health bar. Instead, vehicles have modules with durability. Damage to these modules reduces performance depending on their role. Once enough damage is taken, the vehicle is destroyed. This module system sets War Thunder apart.
A big challenge for newcomers, especially tank players, is how realistic the game is. Without health bars, one well-placed shot can take you out instantly, so you have to be very careful. Every shot counts, unlike typical FPS games where you can spray and pray.
The same goes for planes. Bigger guns hit harder but have fewer rounds, so you need to be strategic with your shots. Running out of ammo mid-fight can cost you dearly.
Overall, War Thunder is a great, unique game worth trying. Just make sure you have the patience to learn its mechanics.
Source: Gearvn
