Computer Games writes: "There's no doubt in my mind that Gas Powered Games can make quality games. The Dungeon Siege series wasn't as good as Blizzard's Diablo, but then again, what game was, and Supreme Commander came packed with numerous innovative features for the RTS genre. Then there's Total Annihilation, which I'm sure will ring a few bells for those of you who still remember it.
With such a pedigree, there was no reason to suspect "foul play" with their newest creation, Space Siege, even though the trailers floating all over the Internet showed what looked like a marketing experiment instead of a "real" game."
Plus:
* The companion robot
* You're shooting insects from outer-space
* Co-op multiplayer
Minus:
* Way too simplistic
* Poor story
* Lack of customization
* The graphics
* The performance
Steam’s deal of the day for October 9th is Space Siege. Also the sale will end in 24 hours, hence the “deal of the day”, so you have until 1pm EST or 10am PST tomorrow to grab this deal. Below is a description on the game as well as some important information.
GamersGate is offering up a free copy of Space Siege for those who pre-order upcoming action RPG Alpha Protocol before its release.
Today is the sixth day in our Steam Holiday Sale featuring an all-new set of deep discounts for today only! The gift of giving just keeps on giving and I can't hold back any longer so here are the daily deals for today:
Space Siege - 75% Off
Burnout Paradise: The Ultimate Box - 75% Off
The Orange Box - 50% Off
Prey - 85% Off
Killing Floor - 75% Off
Steam has always had some sick deals every weekend, but this last week has been incredible. Just bought Bioshock and Burnout for a total of $12.50. I like the idea of not having to pay a sales tax either.