Hey there, I have been dancing around some games for the Steam Sale. I know it’s goofy as they’re pocket change, but I really like to have a curated and minimal library of games. So the three I have been dancing around are the three listed. And figured there’d be no better place to ask than here. I like to play some retro games quite a bit. Some because I played them when I was younger. Some because they just sort of click with my adult brain. Most games nowadays move too fast, or are too intense for me. And I can’t really vibe with a lot of them. I know Steam has this refund option, and in the end if that’s the way I go (and give the lot a try) - so be it. But I really am interested in other’s thoughts. So please feel free to give them here.

Arcanum - Is this game actually playable when it’s turn-based? VtM is one of my favorite games of all time, and it’s pretty much why I am interested in this game. I am worried that this game might be too difficult to play if not in real-time. Likewise, I am worried there might not be a quest log - which makes things a bit rougher for an idiot like me who has trouble translating short-term to long-term memory. I am open to following a guide, but enjoy just playing a game more. I know at least one of you has have to have played this, give me the 411.

Sword of the Samurai - I have played The Wind and The Wilting Blossom like a crackhead. I’m mixed, and grew up with Japanese-esq stuff around the house. Some how the aesthetic just calms me right down. Like a baby being swaddled. This game looks quite interesting. I know that it can be somewhat formulaic from the Youtube videos I watched. But there’s some real shine in there. I am just worried that ultimately it becomes quite redundant and is low in replayability. Let me know of your love/hate relationship with this game.

Challenge of the Five Realms - There is something about this that really calls to me. I saw some gameplay on Youtube and it looks rough. But funny. Not just funny, interesting. I saw someone say they were grumpy it was on-rails. I don’t really mind that. Even if I got one good go out of it, I’d be open to it. I am just not sure how the game’s systems translate to modern times. So if you’ve played this, please tell me your opinion on it.

Okay, big thanks to people if any respond!