After a year of being confined to the Epic Games Store, the widely-anticipated action RPG ‘Dead Island 2’ is finally expanding its horizons to Steam on April 22, exactly one year and a day after its initial release. This opens a new chapter for the game, allowing a broader audience of PC gamers to engage in the zombie-killing escapades offered by Dambuster Studios and Deep Silver. As the exclusivity period expires, the game’s presence on a new platform is poised to invigorate its community and sales.
Steam Welcomes Dead Island 2
Steam has listed ‘Dead Island 2’ for its upcoming release, indicating that the platform is ready to embrace the zombie-slaying adventure. The anticipation among the gaming community is palpable, as the Steam debut marks a significant milestone for the game’s distribution. Meanwhile, the previous installment of the series, ‘Dead Island: Riptide Definitive Edition’, is stirring up excitement by being temporarily available for free on Steam until February 15, building momentum for the franchise’s newest addition.
Gameplay and Expansions Captivate Players
Reviewers have lauded ‘Dead Island 2’ for its engaging, albeit not revolutionary, gameplay. With a score of 8/10, the game’s depiction of a zombified Los Angeles, combined with its satisfying combat and generous servings of gore, has been praised for delivering a solid and entertaining gaming experience. Additionally, the game’s first expansion ‘HAUS’ was released last November, and the excitement continues with the announcement of the ‘SOLA Festival’ expansion set to arrive in the second quarter of this year.
‘Dead Island 2’ is not just a one-platform wonder but a multi-platform offering available for players on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, Xbox One, and PC. Its upcoming release on Steam signifies a strategic move to engage a wider audience, offering PC gamers more options to dive into the intense action the franchise is known for.
As ‘Dead Island 2’ prepares for its Steam launch, the fervor among fans is undeniable. The game, which has cemented its place in the hearts of zombie genre aficionados, looks to continue captivating players with its visceral gameplay and upcoming content releases.
