Deal | Rated 90% positive on Steam, this adventure game is currently 80% off

Developed by Campo Santo and taking place in the Wyoming wilderness, Firewatch was released on Steam on February 9, 2016. As a player, you step into the role of Henry, a young man who has decided to turn his back on his family to become a fire lookout. 

The story of this game takes place in 1989, and from the top of your tower, you'll have to look out for fires and help protect the wilderness. Your only contact with the outside world is Delilah, your supervisor. 

However, a strange event forces you to leave your post, and you find yourself deep in the forest. As the story unfolds, you'll explore different parts of the forest and make choices that will shape your relationship with Delilah. In addition, you'll discover various items and gain access to new areas. 

Among the 99,582 reviews on Steam, 90% are positive. Thus, many players praise the graphics as well as the story, which is full of twists and turns. Its simple gameplay is also praised, as are the soundtrack and voice acting. However, the game does have some flaws, such as bugs in certain areas and issues with achievements. Although the gameplay is simple, some players find it repetitive. 

Currently, Firewatch is available for $3.99 with an 80% discount. However, according to SteamDB, its price will return to $19.99 when the sale ends on October 8, 2026.

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