What if I told you that you could get a Steam Machine and a Steam Controller for a buck? It's true, and while there’s only a small chance you’ll actually win, you won’t leave empty-handed. Every dollar gets you a Steam key, potentially filling your library with classic AAA games and underappreciated indies, which can be a great way of finding something new or adding Steam trading cards to your inventory.
I’ve written about Fanatical’s limited-time mystery bundles a fair amount. I’ve never won any of the major prizes, but I have been fortunate enough to get plenty of new and interesting games in my library. Of course, there are plenty that I haven’t played yet—my backlog is already full enough as it is—but having no shortage of games to choose from is my vibe, and the mystery bundles? Well, they give you keys in droves.
Among the games I got from a 25-pack of the Mystery Crate bundle was Resident Evil 6 Complete. As a fan of horror games, I’m excited to finally try this entry in the series. I also got Dead Rising 3 Apocalypse Edition, and considering I hadn’t finished the launch version (fans of the Day One box art, unite), I’m happy to finally give it another try. Another one I’m hoping to play soon is Hauntsville, an indie horror survival game with a western twist.
The Fanatical Mystery Crate bundle doesn’t just have a Steam Machine up for grabs, either. Some lucky buyers could get instant grand prizes, including $1,000's worth of games through the Golden Crates or keys to games like Crimson Desert and Doom: The Dark Ages. Unsurprisingly, these are elusive wins, but they do happen, and it could happen to you. That would certainly be worth bragging about.
For one lucky winner, however, the prize is the coveted 2TB Steam Machine, alongside a handy Steam Controller to go with it. Each Mystery Crate acts as a ticket, so the more keys you buy, the more chances you have. And, best of all, each key becomes cheaper when you buy more in a single purchase. Instead of paying $1 / £1 each, you can get 25 keys for $17.49 / £17.49, making them considerably cheaper. Once again, you’re not just spending money for a chance at the hardware—you’re actually getting a game with each crate. The result is random, but the excitement? Priceless. You can buy some Mystery Crates here.
So, don’t waste the opportunity while this bundle is around. Stock up on some indie games, add a few Steam trading cards to your inventory, and cross your fingers for the Steam Machine. You know what? I’ll cross my fingers, too, hoping you get it, dear reader.
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