A big welcome back to all Loot Happens subscribers. Loot Happens is a weekly newsletter that is emailed and posted on LootHappens.com.
It's important to note that for premium subscribers, game offerings and in-game content, every week is different. Sometimes it's in-game codes, Steam keys, and giveaways, but premium members will always get something special every mailing. We also occasionally get mind-blowing early access or premium games that pay for an entire year's subscription.
Each newsletter is generally structured as Premium Loot > Free Sub Giveaways > Game Feature > Game discounts.
Key Giveaway For Premium Subscribers - Choose Your Game!
Bombslinger
Bombslinger is a fiery roguelite action game on Steam from Mode4 and Plug In Digital, blending classic Bomberman-style bomb-placing chaos with a gritty Spaghetti Western revenge tale . You play as a former outlaw-turned-rancher on a mission to avenge your wife’s murder, navigating procedurally generated levels in single-player and engaging in up to 4-player local or AI‑bot brawls. The retro pixel graphics, power‑ups like shotguns, bear traps, and dodge-rolls, plus permadeath progression, make each run feel fresh yet challenging — reviews praise the charm but warn of occasional steep difficulty and control quirks. With mostly positive feedback and a fair price, it’s a strong, budget-friendly pick for fans of bomb‑filled mayhem with a Western twist.
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Stay Dead Evolution
Stay Dead Evolution is a quirky FMV‑style beat ’em up on Steam where live‑action video footage merges with rhythm‑based Quick Time Events. You step into the shoes of an action B‑movie hero and fight enemies by hitting button prompts at the right time to trigger cinematic combat moves
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UnMemory
UnMemory is a compact, stylish mystery adventure that merges interactive fiction with cleverly designed puzzles. You play as a man suffering from a rare memory condition, piecing together clues via text, photos, and recorded messages as you hunt the killer of a woman involved in an all-female art collective dubbed the "Killer Kittens," set against a 1990s noir backdrop . This text-driven game unfolds across eight chapters (roughly six to eight hours) where reading is gameplay—requiring careful note-taking and attention to detail.
Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon: Key Giveaway For Free Subscribers
Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon is a dark‑fantasy, open‑world RPG on Steam that reimagines Arthurian myth 600 years after King Arthur’s fall. Developed by Questline and published by Awaken Realms, it launched fully on May 23, 2025 after an Early Access phase . Set in a cursed land plagued by the Wyrdness and Red Death, players navigate a sprawling first‑person world with branching quests, multiple endings, and deep survival systems like crafting, alchemy, and managing Wyrdnight threats.
If you would like to be in the running for a key, hit reply and just put 'grail'. We will pick a winner and send over the key in 48 hours
Dune: Awakening: Key Giveaway For Free Subscribers
Dune: Awakening is a large-scale, multiplayer survival MMO from Funcom set on the desert planet Arrakis, launched on June 10, 2025 for PC (with Deluxe/Ultimate editions granting early access from June 5) . Players assume the role of a Bene Gesserit agent known as “The Sleeper,” navigating survival mechanics like hydration, stillsuit maintenance, base-building, crafting, vehicular travel, and faction alignment with House Atreides or Harkonnen. The game emphasizes high-stakes risk—dangerous sandworms, quicksand, and hostile players await across the shared open world—and strategic spice harvesting fuels progression. Reviews note its intense, tense gameplay loops—like heartbreaking encounters with sandworms and quicksand—alongside strong visual/audio design, base mechanics, and a rapidly improving reception since launch .
If you would like to be in the running for a key, hit reply and just put 'dune'. We will pick a winner and send over the key in 48 hours
Historically Low Prices
This section of Loot Happens tracks historical discounts right now on games and throughout the industry! Our tireless web crawlers scour the web daily, sniffing out the best deals across the gaming landscape.
These aren't just any games – they're titles we adore and highly respect. And right now, you can grab them at prices we've never seen before!
Kenshi [Steam]
A trader, a thief, a rebel, a warlord, an adventurer, a farmer, or a slave.$̶̶31.99 $12.46
Dune: SpiceWars [Steam]
A real-time strategy game with 4X elements from the developers of the critically acclaimed Northgard. $̶̶40.94 $14.02
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 [Steam]
Once a year, the Paintress wakes and paints upon her monolith. Paints her cursed number.$̶̶57.52 $36.17
Lies of P [PS5]
Lies of P is a thrilling soulslike that takes the story of Pinocchio, turns it on its head, and sets it against the darkly
elegant backdrop of the Belle Epoque.$59.99$29.99
Silent Hill 2 [PS5]
The definitive Lords of the Fallen Version 2.0 has finally arrived.$69.99 $41.99
Yu-Gi-Oh! Legacy of the Duelist : Link Evolution [Nintendo Switch]
Experience over 20 years of Yu-Gi-Oh!$39.99 $9.99
Featured Game Review: Stellar Blade
Stellar Blade delivers a thrilling, visually stunning action-adventure experience that firmly establishes Shift Up as a serious force in the character-action genre. Originally launched as a PlayStation 5 exclusive, the game’s new “Complete Edition” on Steam is more than just a port—it’s a carefully crafted enhancement, taking full advantage of PC hardware with uncapped framerates, 4K support, and seamless performance on both high-end rigs and handhelds like the Steam Deck. What truly sets Stellar Blade apart is its combat system: elegant, responsive, and deeply satisfying. Eve, the game's stylish protagonist, fights with a mix of precision parries, fluid combos, and flashy finishers that make every encounter feel earned and cinematic.
The setting—a post-apocalyptic Earth overrun by grotesque alien creatures called Naytibas—provides a hauntingly beautiful backdrop for Eve’s journey. Every zone is meticulously designed, from derelict cities to windswept wastelands, and the level of polish is evident in every particle effect, enemy animation, and soundtrack swell. The music deserves special praise: moody, orchestral, and dynamic, it amplifies every boss battle and moment of tension with the emotional weight of a blockbuster.
Another Apocalypse
While the story may not tread entirely new ground—touching on familiar sci-fi themes of humanity, identity, and survival—it’s carried by strong art direction and a sense of earnestness that keeps players invested. Side quests can occasionally veer into formulaic territory, but they’re redeemed by world-building details and slick combat scenarios that rarely feel like filler.
The PC release includes an impressive suite of additional content: over 25 unlockable outfits, bonus combat challenges, and quality-of-life improvements that round out the experience. It’s also remarkably well-optimized—one of the smoothest PC ports from a console-first title in recent memory, with responsive controls, minimal bugs, and native support for both keyboard/mouse and controller playstyles.
Bottom line
In a market saturated with derivative open-worlds and bloated RPGs, Stellar Blade focuses on what matters: tight gameplay, memorable boss fights, and an unapologetically stylish aesthetic. It’s not just one of the best action games of the year—it’s a breakout hit that earns its place alongside modern genre greats. For fans of Nier: Automata, Devil May Cry, or Bayonetta, this is a must-play.
Next Week
Every newsletter has a lot to look forward to, and we are in active communication with several developers and studios. More to come next week!
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