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Over the last week, we had a solid chunk of new Steam Deck Verified/Playable titles join the ranks! Ranging from upcoming releases like Monster Hunter Stories to older titles like Insurgency: Sandstorm, there is something for everyone to enjoy! On top of that, we officially hit 15,000 games that have been Verified or Playable, which is awesome!
Here are the 10 highlights to check out:
Verified or Playable games don't automatically mean they work amazing out of the box. Some of these games may require work to optimize and play well. Here are our thoughts on the system and how it can be fixed.
Steam Deck Verified/Playable Highlights 5/20/24 - 5/26/24
Monster Hunter Stories (Verified)

Monster Hunter Stories is an RPG that takes the world of Monster Hunter and expands upon it in new and exciting ways! No longer are you hunting monsters, but raising them! In this deep story featuring heroes known as Monster Riders, you will live alongside monsters and form lifelong bonds with them.
The game will be released on June 13th and can be pre-ordered now at $29.99. It is rated Verified.
THE FINALS (Playable)

Join THE FINALS, the world-famous, free-to-play, combat-centered game show! Fight alongside your teammates in virtual arenas that you can alter, exploit, and even destroy. Build your own playstyle in this first-person shooter to win escalating tournaments and lasting fame.
The game is free to play and rated Playable due to small in-game text and needing to manually bring up the virtual keyboard to enter text.
Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader (Verified)

Made in a close partnership with Games Workshop, Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader is a story-rich classical RPG from Owlcat Games, developers of the critically acclaimed game, Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous.
The game is on sale until May 30th for $34.99 and is rated Verified.
Train Simulator Classic 2024 (Playable)

Celebrate 15 years of the ultimate railway hobby! Learn to operate officially licensed locomotives from historic steam to modern day electrics and explore realistic detailed routes from around the world. Train Simulator Classic 2024 is the simulation made by railfans for railfans.
The game is $29.99 and rated Playable due to small in-game text.
Wizard With a Gun (Verified)

Wizard with a Gun is an online sandbox survival game for 1 - 4 players set in a magical wilderness wrought with dangerous creatures and arcane mysteries. Embark on a journey alone or with a friend to collect, craft, and outfit your wizard however you see fit as you explore the unknown.
The game is $24.99 and rated Verified.
Insurgency: Sandstorm (Playable)

Insurgency: Sandstorm is a team-based, tactical FPS based on lethal close quarters combat and objective-oriented multiplayer gameplay. Experience the intensity of modern combat where skill is rewarded, and teamwork wins the fight.
The game is $29.99 and rated Playable due to small in-game text and needing to manually bring up the keyboard when entering text.
Ereban: Shadow Legacy (Verified)

Ereban: Shadow Legacy is a fast-paced stealth platformer game where you become Ayana, the last descendant of a forgotten race. Harness mystical shadow powers, high-tech gadgets and avoid or kill to uncover the truth about your past and the key to saving a dying, morally grey universe.
The game is $24.99 and rated Verified.
Nocturnal (Verified)

Carve your way with fire and steel to find out what secrets lie beyond the Mist in this intense 3-hour-long action-platformer game. Get ready to wield the flames and burn everything!
The game is $16.99 and rated Verified.
Pogo Bounce (Verified)

Bounce to the top in this skill based, roguelite action-platformer! Collect powerful items, pick unique weapons, and fight off a variety of enemies while navigating around with a fun, difficult, and unique movement system. Are you up for the challenge?
The game is free to play and rated Verified.
Saviorless (Verified)

Embark on a journey to The Smiling Islands, the realm of the Saviors, where an enigmatic guide beckons. The seasoned narrator has shared this story countless times, yet none have graced the miraculous land. Can you seize your narrative and ascend as a Savior?
The game is $12.99 and rated Verified.
And that's all for the last week! You can check out our previous highlights article as well, which includes games like PO'ed Definitive Edition, Samurai Warriors 4 DX, and Salt 2!
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