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A Juggler’s Tale
Almost every month, it seems like Humble Choice offerssome sort of puzzle game. This month, that game comes in the form ofA Juggler’s Tale. This game will put players in control of Abby, an artist who is being held captive at a circus. However, she is eventually able to escape and must find her way through a mystical and dangerous land. It is up to the player to help guide her through this turbulent world filled with puzzles, dangerous bandits, countless traps, and dozens of obstacles. Anyone who is interested can head over to Steam and play a free demo right now.
Dark Pictures Anthology: House of Ashes
Dark Pictures Anthology: House of Ashesmay be the perfect game to play this October. It puts players inside a spooky buried Sumerian temple and forces them to fight their way through. They can do this alone, or with another player online. What ensues is a spine-tingling adventure that plays very much like an actual horror film. It is not for the faint of heart, and some people may want to play this one with the lights on. If anyone wants to test their mettle before jumping in, then they can head on over to Steam to check out the free demo.
Lords and Villeins
Lords and Villeinstakes theRimworldconceptto the medieval era for a brand-new type of management game. In this game, players take on the role of a Lord or Lady who must build out their very own township. They are in charge of everything from the layout and logistics to the actual citizens themselves. It has almost everything that fans of the genre could want, so it should be the perfect time killer.
Metal Hellsinger
Unlike the past couple of games,Metal Hellsingeris all about fast-paced action. In this game, players become a character known as The Unknown who must fight the demons of hell. That may sound a lot likeDoom, however, this game puts a nice rhythm spin on the concept. If players can shoot on the beat, then they can unleash devastation. The more in sync they are, the more intense the music gets, and the more destruction they can cause. Couple that with its unique story, andMetal Hellsingermay be exactly what FPS fans want. Plus, there is a free demo over on Steam for anyone who wants to try it before they buy it.
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Mr. Prepper
Mr. Prepperis another management gameexcept for this one deals with the apocalypse. The player is convinced that a nuclear war is coming, so they must spend their time constructing the perfect doomsday shelter. They will design every room, craft all sorts of items, interact with a variety of characters, and even try to evade the secret police. Anyone who wants to give this title a shot before buying the bundle can download the prologue for free right now.
Rebel Inc: Escalation
Rebel Inc: Escalationis a unique strategy game that putsa new spin onPlague Inc. Instead of dealing with disease, this game has players attempting to stop insurgencies in various regions. They must do all they can to ensure that the regions do not fall into disarray, which is easier said than done. This can be done either in single-player, co-op, or players can compete against each other to see who can come out on top. Anyone who playedPlagueInc. should know what to expect from the gameplay here as it works a lot like that title, however, it also changes it just enough to make it feel like its own thing.
Spirit of the Island
Spirit of the Islandis a simpleAnimal Crossing-like game that will surely delight players. It tasks them with restoring a tourist destination on a distant island filled with unique residents. It is up to the player to make the island their own while also turning it into a tourist destination. At the same time, they must unravel the mysteries of their past and even engage in a bit of combat as they explore a vast tropical archipelago. Anyone who is interested can check out a free demo on Steam right now.
The Quarry Deluxe Edition
The final game in October’s Humble Choice comes in the form of another horror title.The QuarryDeluxe Editiontakes place during the last night of summer camp where all the counselors are throwing a party. However, things quickly fall apart as the characters are hunted by sinister forces. Players take control of each of the nine counselors in this terrifying adventure that is shaped by every single decision they make. And while the Deluxe Edition’s cosmetic packs are not game-changing, they are a nice bonus when exploring this horrifying adventure.
There are so many great titles on offer this month, with some being the perfect companion for the year’s spookiest month. Anyone who is interested will want to act fast as this bundle does not last forever. On November 7, a brand-new bundle will replace this one. The contents of that next bundle are unknown, but it will likely be a good one.
