Epic Games offers free games: BURIED STARS and System Shock 2 Remaster

The Epic Games Store makes at least one free title available for download weekly. This week, players can get BURIED STARS and System Shock 2 25th Anniversary Remaster for free, with availability occurring between October 1st and 8th.

About BURIED STARS

BURIED STARS is presented as a unique and rich visual novel that mixes themes of mystery, communication, and survival. The plot begins at the end of a talent contest when an incident paralyzes the event, leaving participants trapped on site. However, an anonymous user on social media warns that there will be deaths if the participants do not confess their crimes.

The core gameplay of this title involves interacting with various characters, deepening the bonds between them and uncovering the secrets of their pasts and the mystery surrounding the group. Furthermore, the menu allows users to read messages, make calls, and notably, access social media. This latter feature is crucial as it reveals important topics for discussion with other characters, in addition to messages of support and negative criticism, adding a peculiar and interesting depth to the narrative.

Visually, the novel features impressive graphics, combining fully 2D characters with 3D environments, resulting in very dynamic scenes, even during dialogues. These characteristics make the story, which already has a dense and rich narrative with captivating characters, even more engaging.

BURIED STARS Recommendation

This game on the Epic platform is highly recommended for visual novel enthusiasts, capable of attracting even those who do not usually interest themselves in the genre due to its visual aspect. It also serves as an intriguing option for those looking for mystery titles, particularly those addressing drama and murder.

About System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster

System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster combines first-person shooter elements with horror and RPG components. Unlike the first game, which received a complete overhaul, this second title was only remastered. Despite this, it offers a lot of content, especially in player skill customization.

When starting to play, the user can choose from different careers that will define the character's profile: rifleman, focused on weaponry; marine, specialized in repairs and hacking; or OSA, with psychic powers. However, as a quality RPG, there are other decisions that influence gameplay. Investing in strength increases both inventory space and melee damage, although there are enemies resistant to such attacks. On the other hand, raising firearm proficiency resolves this issue but imposes a limitation on ammunition. These are just some of the challenges posed by the choices made in character creation.

The horror aspect is masterful, developed mainly through the setting: the ship is frightening in every corner. Even after mastering combat, the appearance and screams of the creatures remain disturbing and regrettable, featuring chilling voices. Although dated graphics may slightly affect the visual experience, this does not necessarily prevent the player from remaining immersed.

Conclusion on System Shock 2

System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster is considered an essential free title on Epic Games for fans of the Bioshock franchise. Additionally, it is a perfect choice for those who appreciate games that mix FPS with RPG elements, or for those who prefer a horror game characterized by intense atmosphere and continuous tension.

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Epic Games offers free games Astrea: Six Sided Oracles and Mechabellum until October 1st

The Epic Games Store makes at least one free title available for download weekly. This week, the games Astrea: Six Sided Oracles and Mechabellum are available for free from September 24th to October 1st.

About Astrea: Six Sided Oracles

Astrea: Six Sided Oracles is a Brazilian independent game that presents a distinct approach within the roguelike genre, using dice instead of cards, as its name suggests. The game offers a wide range of dice that can impact only the player character, the adversaries, or both, with each character having its own characteristic dice.

The gameplay is described as simple and direct: the player defines their path and, during confrontations, rolls the dice each turn. This grants the player usable abilities at that moment, with potential for action sequences (combos). New dice can be obtained by progressing through the levels. The dice also introduce an element of risk, as they can cause damage to characters, but they offer substantial rewards, establishing a clear risk versus reward mechanic. Additionally, there are special abilities that are triggered when the character's health reaches predetermined levels.

Aesthetically, the game features attractive and striking art, although the intense use of blue and red tones can be tiring in prolonged sessions. Despite this, the visual style is considered interesting and dialogues well with the narrative, evoking an atmosphere of a dreamlike world, astral wizards, and distorted corruption.

For roguelike enthusiasts, especially those seeking challenges, Astrea: Six Sided Oracles is an excellent choice. Furthermore, it is a good option for those who appreciate independent games that bring innovations to their mechanics and gameplay.

About Mechabellum

Mechabellum is a real-time strategy game focused on giant robots. However, it differs from common titles in the genre by being an auto battler. In this format, the player must select and position their units each round, which advance and attack automatically in waves or hordes. Each unit has defined strengths and weaknesses, as well as various upgrades ranging from attribute increases to special abilities and distinct attack patterns.

Unit positioning is crucial for success in the game, giving it a highly strategic nature. With over twenty different units available, the game allows for great diversity of combinations each round. There are also reinforcements between rounds, allowing the player to summon special units or use unique abilities, such as missiles, fire, or oil on the ground, ensuring that each round is unique.

Although it has a single-player mode, it is not excessively complex, consisting of survival and challenge modes, which can be played cooperatively by two players. In the multiplayer aspect, the game offers 1v1, 2v2 modes, and a mode where four players compete against each other, presenting a wide variety of options while keeping the main focus on multiplayer.

Mechabellum is recommended for players who enjoy competitive games but want to avoid the conventional. It can also be an interesting alternative for those who appreciate strategy games in general, provided they have no objection to the auto battler format.