Category: Buy-to-Play

Titan Quest

Titan Quest is a classic action RPG that drops you into a myth-steeped version of the ancient world, spanning Greece, Egypt, and parts of Asia. With the Titans loose and monsters spilling into human lands, you build a hero by combining Masteries into one of dozens of class options, then carve through hordes of enemies for loot, levels, and better builds, either solo or in co-op.

Publisher: THQ Nordic
Playerbase: Low
Type: Action RPG
Release Date: June 26, 2006
Pros: +Memorable myth-inspired boss fights and creatures. +Includes a level and map editor for custom content. +Deep build variety with 35+ class combinations.
Cons: -Text scaling can be awkward on different displays. -Occasional performance drops can interrupt combat flow. -The interface feels dated and somewhat cumbersome.

Metal Gear Survive

Metal Gear Survive takes the Metal Gear framework in an unexpected direction, blending co-op base survival with wave-based zombie combat. After a strange wormhole event, soldiers are stranded in a hostile place and must scavenge, craft, and fight as they work toward a way back.

Publisher: Konami
Playerbase: Low
Type: Co-Op Survival
Release Date: February 21, 2017
Pros: +Enjoyable four-player co-op missions. +Good variety of weapons and tools. +Plenty of zombie-slaying action.
Cons: -Occasional server and connectivity problems. -Progression can feel grind-heavy.

Take Thy Throne

Take Thy Throne is a 2D, side-scrolling take on the MOBA formula where each match is a tug-of-war between two teams trying to protect their own ruler while pushing into enemy territory. Instead of isometric lanes and a shop menu full of item trees, you fight on a platforming battlefield, gather materials, and spend gold on weapons, armor, and placeable defenses to help your side break through.

Publisher: Charyb Games
Playerbase: Low
Type: 2D MOBA
Release Date: July 5, 2016
Pros: +An enjoyable blend of MOBA goals with 2D action. +Multiple modes for different group moods. +Distinct classes with clear roles. +Developer support and updates.
Cons: -Smaller community makes matchmaking harder. -Busy visuals can reduce clarity in fights. -Low-resolution menus and UI can be tough to read.

Tempest

Tempest is a naval-themed RPG that puts you in command of a pirate vessel, focusing on ship-to-ship battles, trading between ports, and upgrading your rig to survive increasingly dangerous waters. It leans heavily into tactical sailing and cannon exchanges, with enough questing and faction flavor to frame your voyages, plus the occasional boss-like encounter against sea monsters that can end a run quickly if you get careless.

Publisher: HeroCraft
Playerbase: Low
Type: Naval RPG
Release Date: August 22, 2016
Pros: +Satisfying ship-to-ship combat with smart tactical options. +Developers stay engaged and the community is generally helpful. +Plenty of ship upgrades and customization.
Cons: -The RPG layer could be deeper with more varied content. -Core loops can start to feel samey over long sessions. -Onboarding is weak, the tutorial does not teach enough.

Day of Infamy

Day of Infamy is a 3D World War II first-person shooter built around tight coordination, quick decision-making, and squad-level roles that matter. It leans into authentic-era firearms and equipment, and throws teams into European theater battlefields where positioning, communication, and timing usually decide fights more than raw aim.

Publisher: New World Interactive
Playerbase: Low
Type: FPS
Release Date: July 29, 2016
Pros: +Period-appropriate WWII weapons and kit that fit the setting. +Lethal, grounded damage that rewards careful shots. +Strong visual effects for a Source-based shooter. +Objectives and roles encourage real teamwork.
Cons: -No built-in tutorial to onboard new players. -No matchmaking, you will be browsing servers. -Many firearms are hard to tell apart by sound. -Squad play has a demanding learning curve.

Dark and Light

Dark and Light positions itself as a fantasy sandbox MMO with survival elements, built around three opposing factions, a long list of playable races and classes, and a heavy emphasis on player-driven construction. This 2017 release is also a revival of the original Dark and Light from 2006, a game that disappeared a few years later, with this newer version aiming to deliver the open-ended “make your own story” style that the original promised.

Publisher: Snail Games
Playerbase: Low
Type: Survival
Release Date: July 20, 2017
Pros: +Enormous map with lots of space to explore and settle. +Plenty of races and class directions to experiment with. +Faction structure adds some identity to PvP and politics.
Cons: -No longer in active development. -Performance and stability issues hold it back. -Very small community makes the world feel empty.

90 Minute Fever

90 Minute Fever is an MMO-flavored football management sim that puts you in the role of a club manager rather than a player on the pitch. You build a squad by recruiting and trading athletes, then oversee real-time matches by making tactical choices and roster changes while also keeping the books balanced in a persistent online world.

Publisher: Isokron
Playerbase: Small
Type: Sports Simulation
Release Date: July 12, 2016
Pros: +A player-led market that gives trading meaning. +Solid focus on budgets, squad building, and match tactics. +Bidding system adds strategy to recruitment.
Cons: -Match presentation is largely hands-off and not very engaging. -Commentary is delivered through text rather than audio/visual flair. -Interface is functional but visually sparse.

Brawlout

Brawlout is a platform fighter built around fast, knockback-heavy brawls, supporting up to eight players in local matches and offering ranked online play for those who want a more competitive ladder. Pick a fighter that fits your style, learn their strengths, then use mastery unlocks to expand and tailor parts of their moveset over time.

Publisher: Angry Mob Games
Playerbase: Low
Type: Platform Fighter
Release Date: August 20, 2018
Pros: +Diverse roster with distinct playstyles. +Progression-based move unlocks and customization. +Ranked online tournaments for competitive players.
Cons: -Very small active community makes matchmaking difficult. -Movement and animations can feel stiff and imprecise.

Titanfall 2

Titanfall 2 is a science fiction first-person shooter built around two complementary power fantasies, agile Pilots and towering Titans. It offers a full single-player campaign that leans into set-piece variety, plus a multiplayer suite focused on fast movement, distinct Titan chassis, and customizable loadouts that reward both mechanical skill and smart positioning.

Publisher: Electronic Arts
Playerbase: Medium
Type: FPS
Release Date: October 28, 2016
Pros: +Memorable, high-energy campaign with strong pacing. +Multiplayer that stays competitive and skill-driven. +Multiple Titans and varied Pilot kits encourage experimentation. +Polished presentation and sound design.
Cons: -No major drawbacks stand out.

Civilization 6

Civilization 6 is a timeless, turn-based 4X strategy game where you steer a society from humble origins to worldwide prominence. You’ll balance expansion, city development, diplomacy, conflict, science, religion, and culture while pursuing the win condition that matches how you like to play.

Publisher: 2K
Playerbase: TBD
Type: Strategy
Release Date: October 21, 2016
Playerbase: High
Pros: +Distinct leader agendas add personality to diplomacy. +District based city tiles make planning matter. +Support unit stacking improves battle tactics.
Cons: -Official details were limited at the time.