Dead Island 2 has climbed to 3rd place on Steam's global top-sellers list. It seems that keeping the discount active even after the official winter sale ended has significantly contributed to its rise in rankings.

This promotion has been running since the tail end of the Steam Winter Sale. While the previous record low sat at a 70% discount, the publisher has slashed the price by a massive 90%, effectively lowering the barrier to entry. It is speculated that the ability to purchase the game at a very affordable price of around 5,000 KRW has been a key factor.

Dead Island 2 was released on Steam in April 2024. After its period of exclusivity on the Epic Games Store ended, it launched on Steam, and it has consistently offered aggressive discounts, starting with a 50% cut shortly after release.

The game is set in a quarantined Los Angeles, known as 'HELL-A', and follows the escape of survivors who are immune to the zombie virus. A standout feature is the 'F.L.E.S.H. system', which implements realistic combat feedback where zombie anatomy is destroyed in real-time depending on the weapon and impact point. While firearms are present, the focus is on the fun of modifying melee weapons to hunt zombies, and it supports various combat styles through a card-based skill deck building system.

User reviews posted after the discount remain 'Mostly Positive' (3,051 reviews, 74% positive), consistent with its overall rating. The gore system, graphics, and optimization have been well-received, and it is popular among users who enjoy a lighthearted atmosphere. However, there are many complaints regarding the forced Epic Games integration and poor server stability. Many users agree that while it may not be recommended at full price, it is highly satisfying to play at a 90% discount. The 90% discount ends at 3 AM on the 13th.

Elsewhere, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 climbed to 5th place as it relaunched a 60% discount following the winter sale. Meanwhile, NBA 2K26 jumped to 9th place, bolstered by a bundle deal with PGA Tour 2K25.

In the daily peak Concurrent Players top 20, Geometry Dash surged to 18th place with 98,621 players. It has been on an upward trajectory for three months, even smashing its all-time Steam record by crossing the 100,000 mark on the 11th. Conversely, Naraka: Bladepoint continues to see a decline in its player base, slipping down to 20th.