Steam Deck verification/top played — StS2 #1/Spirit of Ashes + EA review + RE #8/Hades #9 + April indies incl. Apr6-12 Steam tops + StS2 dominates March Steam sales + Morbid Metal preview + Triple-i showcase
Key Questions
What was the top most played game on Steam Deck in March?
Slay the Spire 2 (StS2) ranked #1 among the most played Steam Deck games in March. It also dominated March Steam sales, selling over 570k units in Early Access, more than twice that of Crimson Desert.
How did Slay the Spire 2 perform on Steam charts?
Slay the Spire 2 topped the March Steam sales charts as an indie deckbuilder. Its Early Access version achieved significant success, outperforming titles like Crimson Desert.
What is the Steam Deck verification status for key March games?
Slay the Spire 2 is Verified on Steam Deck and ranked #1 in most played. Resident Evil Requiem is #8, Hades II is #9, and Crimson Desert is currently playable with verification tracking ongoing.
Which games ranked in the top 10 most played on Steam Deck in March?
Slay the Spire 2 took #1, Resident Evil Requiem #8, and Hades II #9 in the top most played Steam Deck games for March. A full top 20 list is available from recent coverage.
What April indie games are highlighted?
Notable April indies include Replaced, GRIME II, Vampire Crawlers, Nullstar, Echo Point Nova, Skull Horde, Morbid Metal, ChainStaff, Samson, and People of Note, which received a positive review. Tracking continues for their Steam Deck verification and performance.
What PAX East games were showcased?
PAX East featured demos like Memoria Wake, described as beautiful but rough around the edges, Spirit Rancher with its spirit-fueled farming, Pratfall, Lone Sword, and Do a Crime. These indies are part of April highlights.
When is the Triple-i Initiative showcase?
The Triple-i Initiative showcase airs on April 9. It is the third year of the event focusing on indie games.
What coverage exists for Morbid Metal and People of Note?
Morbid Metal has a preview available as part of April indies. People of Note received a positive review and is being tracked for retention and ports.
March tops: StS2 #1 Verified (EA 570k, twice CD); RE Requiem #8; Hades II #9; Crimson playable. April indies: Replaced/GRIME II/Vampire Crawlers/Nullstar/Echo Point Nova/Skull Horde/Morbid Metal/ChainStaff/Samson/People of Note (positive review)/PAX (Memoria Wake/Spirit Rancher/Pratfall/Lone Sword/Do a Crime); Triple-i Apr9. Track Crimson verify/April indies/StS2 ports/retention/Morbid Metal/People of Note.