Deal | Steam: Brutal old-school shooter 90% off – now under $3
In Serious Sam 3: BFE, players step into the boots of Sam "Serious" Stone, humanity’s last line of defense against a brutal alien invasion. Set in a war-torn, futuristic Egypt – complete with crumbling temples, wide-open battlefields and claustrophobic urban corridors – the game hurls relentless waves of enemies at you. Forget cover and tactics; survival hinges on speed, sharp reflexes and overwhelming firepower. True to its Doom-style roots, Sam carries his full arsenal at all times – including genre staples like the shotgun, rocket launcher and minigun.
According to HowLongToBeat, the single-player campaign of Serious Sam 3 takes around 14 hours to complete. For those craving even more action, the game features a variety of multiplayer modes. Up to 16 players can team up in co-op to battle the alien hordes, while classic PvP modes like Deathmatch and Versus add competitive variety. With Steam Workshop support, players can create custom maps or download top-rated content from the community with ease.
Reviews: Old-school fun with rough edges
Serious Sam 3: BFE was developed by Croteam in partnership with publisher Devolver Digital and released in November 2011. At launch, the game received a mixed review from the German gaming magazine PCGames. The over-the-top enemy design and relentless, action-packed gameplay – marked by nonstop shooting and massive enemy waves – were praised as standout elements. The co-op mode also received positive mentions, with reviewers highlighting that the chaotic battles are especially enjoyable when played with friends.
However, the game faced criticism for its outdated level design, weak enemy AI and slow start. According to PCGames, the early hours feel repetitive, with the campaign only gaining momentum later. The tonal shift also drew mixed reactions – Serious Sam 3 abandons much of the quirky humor and self-awareness that defined earlier entries, opting instead for a more serious approach. Ultimately, PCGames settled on a 7 out of 10. Steam users were more generous: around 88% of over 20,000 reviews are positive. On Metacritic, the game holds a Metascore of 72 and a User Score of 8.0.
90% discount on Steam
Serious Sam 3: BFE normally sells for around $30 on Steam, but it's currently available at a 90% discount for just $2.99. The offer runs until June 5 at 12 PM ET. According to SteamDB, this price has appeared regularly during major sales, including the Spring Promotion in March. However, the game has never been listed for less, making this its lowest price to date.
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