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Express Tribune
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Steam Summer Sale 2025: Find out 16 top deals, including 40% off on Elden Ring
Valve's annual Steam Summer Sale is live and PC gamers can now take advantage of some of the deepest discounts of the year. From critically acclaimed RPGs to blockbuster shooters and fan-favourite adventures, this year's sale features major titles across different genres - with many up to 80% off. The sale runs through July 10, giving players a limited chance to buy some of the most critically acclaimed titles across the last couple of years. Here are some of the top offers: 🎮 Role-playing & fantasy: 1. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth – $59.99 → $35.99 (40% off) The second chapter in Square Enix's ambitious remake builds on the original's legacy with modern mechanics and expanded narrative depth. 2. Elden Ring – $59.99 → $35.99 (40% off) Still hailed as a genre-defining masterpiece, this dark fantasy epic from FromSoftware continues to top must-play lists for its design and atmosphere. 3. Baldur's Gate 3 – $29.99 → $23.99 (20% off) Larian's award-winning RPG, rich with Dungeons & Dragons lore, offers exceptional replayability and character freedom. 4. God of War: Ragnarök – $49.99 → $39.99 (20% off) The Norse saga continues as Kratos and Atreus face the coming of Ragnarök in a critically acclaimed, emotional action game based on Norse mythology. 5. Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered – $34.99 → $27.99 (20% off) Bethesda's beloved 2006 RPG returns with updated visuals and renewed mod support. 6. Monster Hunter Wilds – $69.99 → $55.99 (20% off) Capcom's beast-slaying series evolves with open environments and deeper co-op systems. 7. Assassin's Creed: Shadows – $50.99 → $38.24 (20% off) Set in feudal Japan, Ubisoft's latest entry focuses on stealth and dual protagonists in a visually rich world. 8. Hogwarts Legacy – $59.99 → $14.99 (75% off) A sprawling magical adventure set decades before the Harry Potter series, allowing you to make your own mark on Hogwarts. 9. Black Myth: Wukong – $59.99 → $47.99 (20% off) A visually arresting, mythology-driven action game inspired by Journey to the West, earning rave reviews. 🔫 Action & shooters: 10. Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 – $69.99 → $38.49 (45% off) Fast-paced, cinematic, and packed with multiplayer content, this entry is one of the franchise's most aggressive yet. 11. Helldivers 2 – $39.99 → $31.99 (20% off) Known for its frenetic co-op chaos, Helldivers 2 delivers intense firefights against alien threats with signature tongue-in-cheek humour. 12. S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl – $42.99 → $30.09 (30% off) A haunting survival experience blending shooter mechanics with horror in a radioactive wasteland. 13. Red Dead Redemption 2 – $59.99 → $14.99 (75% off) Rockstar's sweeping western remains one of the most immersive story-driven games in recent memory. 14. Spider-Man 2 – $59.99 → $47.99 (20% off) Swing through an expanded New York City with both Peter Parker and Miles Morales in this thrilling sequel, taking on new threats. 15. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle – $42.99 → $34.39 (20% off) A globe-trotting adventure filled with relics, puzzles and old-school action, perfect for fans of the classic films. 🕹️ Other must-buy picks: 16. EA FC25 – $69.99 → $13.99 (80% off) A rebrand of the FIFA series, FC25 offers sleek football gameplay at its lowest price yet. Whether you're building your backlog or finally grabbing a title you've waited months to try, the 2025 Steam Summer Sale has something for everyone. The sale ends Thursday, July 10 at 10am Pacific Time. Players can access deals through the Steam client or at
Mint
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Top 5 open world games at incredible prices during the Steam Summer Sale 2025
Love open-world games? Summer Steam Sale 2025 is live with some of the best game deals that you would love. Explore vast cities, survive mysterious islands or dive into epic stories with these open-world games. Here is a rundown of the five standout open-world games that you should consider adding to your library during this sale. GTA 5 is still a benchmark of the open world design. Set in the city of Los Santos, GTA 5 offers a rich, open world environment with tons of missions to check out. Players can run freely around the map, play mini-games or engage in thrilling side quests. The game is now available for 50% off during the Steam Summer Sale, bringing down the price to ₹ 1,249. If you love anime and RPGs, then Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is the best game for you. FF7 Rebirth continues the epic journey with an expansive open world and rich storytelling. Open world exploration with the franchise's signature narration and combat innovation makes it the best option for RPG fans. Make it yours with 40% off, available for only ₹ 2,879 during the sale. If you are a fan of the Assassin's Creed franchise, then this new deal will bring a smile to your face. Assassin's Creed: Shadows is set in a vibrant historical city offering an intimate open world. This game is an excellent choice for you if you are looking for a classic Assassin's Creed experience with modern polish. The game is down to up to 25% available for ₹ 3,674. Sons of the Forest delivers a chilling survival horror open world where players must navigate a mysterious island filled with dangers. The game combines crafting, exploration, and combat in a dynamic environment that reacts to player choices. It's available for ₹ 442 with a 66% discount during the sale. Cyberpunk 2077, a blockbuster game of 2020 set in the neon-lit Night City. The game features deep RPG elements, a branching narrative and a detailed urban environment teeming with life. The game is available for an all-time low, with a 65% discount; the game is available for ₹ 1,049.
Express Tribune
24-04-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
Discord appoints Humam Sakhnini as CEO amid IPO preparation and gaming strategy shift
Discord has named Humam Sakhnini, former Vice Chairman of Activision Blizzard, as its new CEO, the company announced on April 23. The leadership transition comes as the platform is reportedly preparing for a potential initial public offering. Sakhnini, who also previously led mobile gaming company King—maker of Candy Crush—brings significant experience from the gaming industry. His appointment reflects Discord's strategic shift back to its gaming roots, a move the company emphasised in its official press release. Originally popular among gamers, Discord has grown into a full-fledged social platform with over 200 million monthly active users—a scale that now drives its push toward monetization. Jason Citron, Discord's co-founder and CEO for the past 13 years, will step down from his executive role but remain involved as a board member and advisor. In a statement to VentureBeat, Citron said he looks forward to a break after years of building the company and hopes to spend time gaming, naming Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Blue Prince, and Baldur's Gate III as titles on his list. Discord's recent focus on advertising and micro-transactions as revenue streams has raised eyebrows among its core user base. Given Sakhnini's background in mobile gaming—an industry heavily reliant on such monetization strategies—some longtime Discord users may worry about a shift toward more corporate, profit-driven practices. Citron's connection with TechCrunch dates back to 2013, when he was a finalist at its Startup Battlefield competition. Although his multiplayer iPad game didn't achieve commercial success, it eventually led to the founding of Discord in 2015. Sakhnini's appointment signals Discord's intention to double down on its gaming identity as it prepares for a new era—potentially as a publicly traded company.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Discord's CEO says he's stepping down, and these 3 major video game titles are at the top of his to-play list
Jason Citron is the cofounder and CEO of the messaging platform, Discord. Citron is stepping down as CEO and handing over the reins to a former Activision Blizzard executive. Citron said he has a backlog of three games that he wants to complete after stepping down. Discord cofounder Jason Citron, 40, said on Wednesday that he will be stepping down as CEO of the messaging platform. "I'll be transitioning to a new role as board member and advisor, and continuing to support Discord through this next chapter," Citron wrote in an X post on Wednesday. "I'm incredibly proud of what we've built together — and even more excited for what's ahead." Citron told the tech news publication VentureBeat that he doesn't have any concrete post-retirement plans lined up, though he will be spending more time with his family and on gaming. "I don't have specific plans for myself. I'll maybe take a bit of a break to spend time with my kids," Citron said, adding there were three games on his to-play list. "I need to finish Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. I have a backlog. I want to play Blue Prince. I haven't even played Baldur's Gate III, believe it or not," Citron said. "Rebirth" is the 2024 sequel to the blockbuster "Final Fantasy VII" remake, a landmark release by the Japanese studio Square Enix. Meanwhile, "Baldur's Gate III," a fantasy adventuring game based loosely on "Dungeons & Dragons" mechanics, was released in August 2023 to wide acclaim. "Blue Prince," meanwhile, is a mystery and puzzle adventure game in which the player traverses a family estate in an attempt to find the ever-elusive 46th room. Discord said in a statement on the same day that the former vice chairman of Activision Blizzard, Humam Sakhnini, will be taking over from Citron as CEO from April 28. Citron cofounded Discord in 2015 with Stanislav Vishnevskiy. "The job of a CEO is constantly evolving, and over the years I have continuously 'hired myself out of a job.' Usually, that means delegating work and then taking on different leadership challenges," Citron said in a blog post to Discord employees on Wednesday. "However, as I look at what is needed of Discord's CEO over the next few years, I realize that it's time for me to literally 'hire myself out of a job,'" Citron continued. Citron said in his interview with VentureBeat that his decision to step back was based on who could "take Discord to the next level." "As you know, I'm more of a builder, an early-stage kind of guy," Citron said. Citron's departure sets him apart from most young tech founders who have continued to captain the companies they founded. Mark Zuckerberg, 40, continues to helm Meta, the social media company he cofounded in 2004. Evan Spiegel, 34, cofounded Snapchat in 2011 and remains its CEO. When approached for comment, a representative for Discord pointed Business Insider to Citron's blog and X posts. Read the original article on Business Insider Sign in to access your portfolio
Business Insider
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Insider
Discord's CEO says he's stepping down, and these 3 major video game titles are at the top of his to-play list
Discord cofounder Jason Citron, 40, said on Wednesday that he will be stepping down as CEO of the messaging platform. "I'll be transitioning to a new role as board member and advisor, and continuing to support Discord through this next chapter," Citron wrote in an X post on Wednesday. "I'm incredibly proud of what we've built together — and even more excited for what's ahead." Citron told the tech news publication VentureBeat that he doesn't have any concrete post-retirement plans lined up, though he will be spending more time with his family and on gaming. "I don't have specific plans for myself. I'll maybe take a bit of a break to spend time with my kids," Citron said, adding there were three games on his to-play list. "I need to finish Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. I have a backlog. I want to play Blue Prince. I haven't even played Baldur's Gate III, believe it or not," Citron said. "Rebirth" is the 2024 sequel to the blockbuster "Final Fantasy VII" remake, a landmark release by the Japanese studio Square Enix. Meanwhile, "Baldur's Gate III," a fantasy adventuring game based loosely on "Dungeons & Dragons" mechanics, was released in August 2023 to wide acclaim. "Blue Prince," meanwhile, is a mystery and puzzle adventure game in which the player traverses a family estate in an attempt to find the ever-elusive 46th room. Discord said in a statement on the same day that the former vice chairman of Activision Blizzard, Humam Sakhnini, will be taking over from Citron as CEO from April 28. Citron cofounded Discord in 2015 with Stanislav Vishnevskiy. "The job of a CEO is constantly evolving, and over the years I have continuously 'hired myself out of a job.' Usually, that means delegating work and then taking on different leadership challenges," Citron said in a blog post to Discord employees on Wednesday. "However, as I look at what is needed of Discord's CEO over the next few years, I realize that it's time for me to literally 'hire myself out of a job,'" Citron continued. Citron said in his interview with VentureBeat that his decision to step back was based on who could "take Discord to the next level." "As you know, I'm more of a builder, an early-stage kind of guy," Citron said. Citron's departure sets him apart from most young tech founders who have continued to captain the companies they founded. Mark Zuckerberg, 40, continues to helm Meta, the social media company he cofounded in 2004. Evan Spiegel, 34, cofounded Snapchat in 2011 and remains its CEO. When approached for comment, a representative for Discord pointed Business Insider to Citron's blog and X posts.
