Currently, there are several MMORPGs and survival games worth checking out.
Currently, there are several MMORPGs and survival games worth checking out.
Check out the top MMORPGs and survival games available during the steam sale. Perfect for relaxing and having fun!
I noticed Elder Scrolls Online available for around £8. You don’t need the full set yet, right? I own it on PS4 so we can enjoy it together with my wife; we purchased Morrowind for £5 at Tesco! I really enjoy it! I didn’t expect this since I bought it initially on PC and received an immediate refund. When it moved to PS4, my wife fell in love with it, and I joined in. The crown store can be a bit frustrating with its mounts, costumes, dyes, experience scrolls, and inventory upgrades—but if you ignore that, the gameplay is solid. The variety of skills and abilities keeps things interesting, and the quests are well-acted with engaging dialogue. It covers much of the lore from the original games, especially the Morrowind expansion, which includes a storyline about Lord Vivec with subtle references to Nerevarine. If you’re not into story-driven MMOs, there’s plenty of PvP and dungeons to explore. I’m pleasantly surprised—it has kept my interest longer than most recent MMORPGs. If you haven’t tried it yet or haven’t played it, definitely give it a shot for £8 on sale!
Final Fantasy XIV Complete Edition is also available for purchase. This could be a nice way to spend time. For reaching the maximum level (70 currently) with your first character playing casually, expect about a month or two. You also receive a 30-day subscription with the package if I recall right. That’s the main draw of this game—it’s a traditional subscription-based MMORPG. Keep an eye on the account requirements! It looks like the NA version isn’t listed in the shop, or at least I haven’t seen it. It might differ depending on your location.
Essentially it's a flexible system with three main zones to explore. For beginners (AFAIR up to 30 or 40), you can pick from different areas like Limsa Lominsa, Area Gridania, and Uldah. Your starting point varies based on your chosen class. After the Stormblood update, the rule about leveling the second class for certain jobs was removed. For instance, becoming a black mage requires reaching Thaumaturge level 30, while an archer needs Archer level 15. You can reverse the order and start with an archer then level up to 15, choosing Thaumaturge instead. This approach offered some benefits but had drawbacks—especially for tanking roles, you needed to level Gladiator or Paladin up to 22 or 24, which was tough in raids. The Heavensward zones are massive, and normal progression feels slow. If you prefer a time-based playstyle, it's an excellent choice; otherwise, the endgame feels limited compared to other titles.
I found a lot to dislike about MMORPGs in this single post. The endless grinding feels exhausting, and I’m tired of playing through hours just to become the character I want. I prefer starting fresh, choosing my class and abilities on my own terms, and enjoying the flexibility to switch things up when bored. Games like ESO let you explore freely from the beginning, tackle any quest, and adapt your playstyle as you see fit. The ability to level up others or change gear is appealing, though it takes time to reach that freedom. I’ve played casually for years without reaching level 33, and I enjoy creating different characters with the Mrs, especially since we have four above level 20. It’s frustrating when I get bored of one, but I know it’s easy to lose focus. Ultimately, it depends on what matters most to you in an MMO—exploration or progression. I love trying new things like mages wielding dual swords or switching armor types; it really enhances the sense of freedom. Still, I wish I could commit to one character for longer.
These MMORPGs revolve around repetitive tasks where you repeat the same actions to improve your equipment. The style resembles SWTOR. With proper knowledge and a double XP weekend, you can reach maximum character level in about 10 hours of playtime. Assistance helps significantly, but it's not ideal for me—I prefer the classic level/equipment progression.
I didn’t expect much from it. I was skeptical at first. However, adding more characters helped me see its benefits—I could explore the areas I enjoyed in my quests.
The game offers a collaborative experience that stands out among many titles. Before picking it up, I appreciated how it pushed players to work together as a team. I usually avoided MMOs early on because they seemed focused solely on PvP grind, which didn’t interest me much. Even with guilds, I wasn’t drawn to competitive play. For me, an MMO should feel like a shared adventure. If I wanted solo action, there are plenty of single-player RPGs available. Of course, part of what drew me to FFXIV was the ability to engage independently, even if other games might have offered more for that aspect. The lore also wasn’t my main focus—what mattered most was how much I cared about it.