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
I am not a Monster: First Contact
I Am Not a Monster: First Contact sets the stage for a gripping sci-fi thriller aboard the Albatross spaceship, now under siege by mysterious alien lizards. Take command as Captain Laser, whose resolve is tested across more than 30 diverse missions. Master the unique abilities of eight different heroes, managing multiple characters simultaneously to rescue passengers and unravel the enigma behind the monstrous invasion.
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Red Riding Hood - Star Crossed Lovers
Red Riding Hood - Star Crossed Lovers twists the classic tale into a thrilling adventure where Red Riding Hood and a rebellious Werewolf defy his clan by falling in love. Embark on a journey through enchanting scenes, using special abilities to uncover hidden objects and solve puzzles. This romantic fantasy blends humor with heart, transforming a familiar story into a captivating world where forbidden love challenges fate.
CheatHappens: 10 Free Prize Wheel Spins For Premium Subscribers!
CheatHappens is giving both free and premium subscribers 10 free Prize Wheel Spins which is a random chance at all kinds of good stuff from the site. This is available only to premium subscribers of Loot Happens.
Slay the Spire: Key Giveaway For Free Subscribers
Slay the Spire masterfully combines the intricate mechanics of card games with the unpredictable nature of roguelikes to create an enthralling single-player deckbuilder. As you ascend the ever-changing Spire, each run challenges you with a fresh layout, offering myriad strategic decisions from risky paths to unique card selections. Build your deck from over 350 possible cards, each playthrough sprinkling in dynamic combat encounters and mysterious events that test your tactical prowess. Discover over 200 relics with potent abilities that can dramatically alter how you approach each climb.
If you would like to be in the running for a key, hit reply and just put 'slay'. We will pick a winner and send over the key in 48 hours
Contraband Police: Key Giveaway For Free Subscribers
Contraband Police plunges you into the gritty life of a 1981 border officer in the treacherous mountainous region of Karikatka, within the Acarist People's Republic. You must rigorously inspect documents, detecting the slightest discrepancies to prevent unauthorized entries as political tensions mount with your colleague's tragic death at the border. Engage in intense shootouts and high-stakes police chases to thwart smugglers and rebel attacks, utilizing a UV flashlight to uncover hidden contraband within vehicles. Manage and fortify your station, navigate complex crime puzzles, and make critical decisions that shape the fate of Acaristan.
If you would like to be in the running for a key, hit reply and just put 'police'. We will pick a winner and send over the key in 48 hours
Historically Low Prices
The Loot Happens section on our website keeps a record of past discounts on games, as well as current ones available in the gaming industry. Our web crawlers work tirelessly every day to find the best deals across the gaming landscape.
These games are not just any games, but titles we truly love and highly respect. Currently, you can purchase them at prices that we have never seen before!
Metro Awakening VR [Steam]
The year is 2028, and you are in the buried subways of the Moscow Metro.$̶̶42.16 $29.43
Sorry We’re Closed [Steam]
Enjoy atmospheric environments driven by classic first-person combat.$̶̶25.83 $5.87
Mercury Abbey [Steam]
Bizzare things are happening in the mysterious abbey up on the mountain.$̶̶18.44 $5.04
PlateUp! [PS5]
Combine chaotic kitchen and restaurant management with strategic planning and development.$19.99 $11.99
Red Matter 2 [PS5]
Step into the shoes of Sasha, an agent awakened in a lunar base.$29.99 $16.49
Nobody Saves the World [PS5]
When the ancient Calamity re-awakens, who can save the world?$24.99 $9.99
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom [Nintendo Switch]
Explore the vast land and skies of Hyrule.$69.99 $49.99
It Takes Two [Nintendo Switch]
Embark on the craziest journey of your life in It Takes Two.$39.99 $15.99
Sonic Origins [Nintendo Switch]
Relive the classic collected adventures of Sonic The Hedgehog.$29.99 $14.99
Featured Game Review: Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 builds on its predecessor with a vast and explorable planet Earth, introducing a new career mode where players progress from basic pilot tasks to specialized missions like search and rescue. While the game impresses with expanded opportunities, the initial training feels overly familiar, reusing many elements from the 2020 tutorials, which may disappoint those looking for fresh challenges. Despite early technical issues that hindered gameplay, the enhancements in AI instructions and interface improvements make the complex controls more manageable, promising a richer piloting experience for those who persevere.
The real allure of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 lies in its career mode, which allows players to eventually start their own aviation company and manage a fleet, providing a deep and engaging simulation of a pilot's career. As players earn certifications and unlock new job types, from flying helicopters to operating a sky crane, the game offers a detailed and personalized aviation journey.
The career mode opens a wider variety of missions
In Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, after accumulating sufficient flight hours, you can test for your commercial pilot's license, skipping initial lessons if you're an experienced pilot. As you progress, the variety of missions broadens unexpectedly, extending beyond your home base. For instance, starting at a quiet airfield in Maine might soon lead to missions across Europe, offering both challenges and an expanded scope of activities that deepen the immersion in your piloting career.
The career mode enriches gameplay with structured objectives that evolve from basic training to intricate global missions. This structured progression enhances skill development and engagement, with tasks ranging from local deliveries to high-stakes international operations. It cleverly integrates realistic piloting tasks with personal career growth, pushing you to master both familiar routes and new skies.
Adding a competitive twist, the Challenge League introduces weekly challenges like racing through the Grand Canyon in an F/A-18, blending simulation with high-speed precision flying. These challenges not only test your flying skills but also pit you against pilots worldwide, adding a thrilling competitive layer to the flight experience. This blend of structured career progression and dynamic competitions keeps the gameplay both engaging and challenging.
Photo challenges mode is an exceptional feature, with sightseeing in the main role
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 brings sightseeing to the forefront with its photo challenges mode. In this feature, you fly to iconic landmarks around the world and capture them in photos. Each landmark comes with its own unique challenge, like snapping a picture of the Great Sphinx with the sun over its right shoulder during the equinox. This adds an exciting layer to the game, turning each flight into a mission to get the perfect shot.
One of the coolest new features is the ability to land your plane, step out, and walk around. This addition deeply enhances how you experience the simulator's vast world. That said, walking is realistically slow, which might feel a bit tedious if you're used to faster video games. Also, how good things look will depend on your PC's power, your internet connection, and server performance. While these factors can affect your experience, the opportunity to explore landmarks on foot offers a fresh and detailed perspective that makes the virtual journey feel even more real.
Bottom Line
Despite a challenging launch that could be described as catastrophic, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 quickly garners affection, though it doesn’t quite recapture the awe of its predecessor. The thrill of flying anywhere on Earth is enhanced by smart new features, although the initial wow factor may not be as strong as before. As the game stabilizes post-launch, it allows users to focus on its strengths, such as the career mode which provides compelling reasons to fly and deepens understanding of commercial aviation.
Next Week
There is a lot to look forward to in every newsletter, and we are in active communication with several developers and studios. More to come next week!
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