5 Best Steam Games of May 2018

Wizard of Legend

5 Best Steam Games of May 2018

Embark on a spell-slinging adventure in this action-packed tale of wizardry proportions! Play as your very own sorcerer in this fast-paced dungeon crawler and conjure up a selection of powerful spells at your fingertips. The game features over 100 different spells that you can mix and match together, creating your own unique combos that suit your personal play style. You can unlock a collection of spells as you progress, with clearing levels feeling all the more rewarding.

Combat is tight and fast as you’ll be rushing through hordes of enemies and blasting them away by chaining magic. Wizard of Legend presents players with a solid challenge through its various enemies and demanding boss battles. You’ll find yourself in a state of trial and error when tackling different dungeons, but part of the fun is always coming up with a string of new spells. And, not to mention, you can even bring a friend along for the ride through local co-op. All that said, Wizard of Legend stands strong as one of the best Steam games of May 2018.

The Forest

5 Best Steam Games of May 2018

As a lone survivor of a deadly plane crash, you wake up stranded on what seems to be an abandoned forest. As if that wasn’t bad enough, you soon come across the local residents, who turn out to be mutated cannibalistic creatures that are out to eat you. The Forest thrives on freedom and leaves players to their own devices once the game starts. You won’t have to worry about long tutorials since there aren’t many, so you’ll have to think on your feet along the way.

The forest is filled with all sorts of materials that you can collect and tinker with, from making weapons or crafting an item necessary for your escape. You’ll always have to be prepared because you never know what might be lurking in the shadows after all. As you make your way through the game, you can pick up bits of lore which, if pieced together, explain just what went wrong in the mysterious forest. And if you’re scared of playing horror games alone, you can always play with another friend.

Shantae: Half-Genie Hero Ultimate Edition

5 Best Steam Games of May 2018

The Shantae series has picked up plenty of popularity over the recent years thanks to its tricky platforming puzzles and charming art style. If you’ve been wanting to get into the series, now’s the perfect time with Shantae: Half-Genie Hero Ultimate Edition. Aside from the base game, the collection adds all of the previously released DLC, modes, and costumes as well as a special bathing suit for beach mode.

In Half-Genie Hero, you’ll be playing as the titular genie who must embark on a journey to defeat a great evil. When fighting enemies, you can strike them with your hair or take on completely different forms with unique attributes and abilities. The game is divided into several stages, and once you finish the main story, you can tackle the DLC stages as other characters from the series. Shantae: Half-Genie Hero Ultimate Edition is a Steam game that’s definitely a bang for your buck.

Conan Exiles

5 Best Steam Games of May 2018

Conan Exiles had been in Early Access on Steam for a few months before officially launching last May. Set in the same world as Conan the Barbarian, players can create their own characters and explore a harsh desert wasteland. Off the bat, the game features an impressive character creation system and even includes different religions you can swear your allegiance to.

For the most part, you’ll be off exploring the land and trying to find a way to survive. The world is filled with natural resources you can use to sustain your many meters, such as hunger and thirst. The game also includes an expansive crafting system where you can create different items, weapons, and armor to help you on your journey. Naturally, you’ll also be facing a handful of hostile enemies who you can fend off or even capture. Apprehending your foes will turn them into thralls who can help you learn new recipes, increase casting speeds, and even defend you. If you’re a big fan of exploration and crafting, then you definitely shouldn’t skip out on Conan Exiles on Steam.

Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire

5 Best Steam Games of May 2018

A direct sequel to the 2015 game, Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire takes a different approach to the series through seafaring and island exploration. Players will be exploring the high seas with their ship, meeting both new and old companions along the way. Here, you’ll assume the role of a watcher who has the ability to look into other people’s souls and learn more about their past lives. It’s up to you to seek out the god of light and rebirth, Eothas, and uncover his plans following his deadly rampage.

Gameplay-wise, you’ll be exploring different areas with a group of members in your party. You’ll have some time to collect your thoughts and plan out your strategy before the action starts. The game boasts an assortment of skills, and if you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed during a fight, you can always pause the game and reorganize your strategy. RPG lovers who enjoy a lore-centric game with tactical combat are sure to get a kick out of the May 2018 Steam game.