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Theorry · Mar 9, 2017

Steep will be free to download and play from Friday until Monday on PS4, Xbox One and PC, Ubisoft has announced.

The free weekend offers full access to the game, including all online modes and the recently released Alaska content.

The dates you need to know.

Xbox One: Friday March 10 at 8:01am until Monday March 13 at 7:59am

PS4/PC: Friday March 10 at 6pm until Monday March 13 at 6pm

Those wishing to continue playing will be able to take advantage of a limited time sale across the Xbox Store, PSN and Ubisoft Store, with discounts of up to 50 per cent.

https://www.videogamer.com/news/steep-is-free-to-play-this-weekend-on-ps4-xbox-one-and-pc

ClarkZuckerberg · Mar 9, 2017

That's pretty cool. I played the beta but honestly only got a few minutes in. I'll give this more of a shot since it's the full release. Usually trophies are disabled for this kind of thing, but would be interesting if they weren't.

Not Drake · Mar 9, 2017

I've heard some warm impressions about it so I decided to buy it. It was around 20 euros at my local electronic store for a Gold Edition. I don't know if the DLC is any good, but I liked the cover. Gonna start it up later this month.

RAWRferal · Mar 9, 2017

Bomba confirmed, but what the heck I'll check it out.

_Rob_ · Mar 9, 2017

The beta felt very bare bones to me, it was fun to try out each sport for 5 minutes but there wasn't much else "fun" to be had. I'll try out the full game over the weekend, but I doubt it'll scratch the SSX itch I'd hoped it would.

jdstorm · Mar 9, 2017

Loved the beta, but decided to prioritize buying the Switch version. Will probably double dip on the PS4 digitally with a nice price drop

skynidas · Mar 9, 2017

Not Drake said:
I've heard some warm impressions about it so I decided to buy it. It was around 20 euros at my local electronic store for a Gold Edition. I don't know if the DLC is any good, but I liked the cover. Gonna start it up later this month.

Wow, the gold edition for 20 euros is a great deal.

CEJames · Mar 9, 2017

Is there possibly any VR feature coming to this? It seems like it'd be perfect for it.

Nameless · Mar 9, 2017

Fun game, then they dumbed down the trick system. Haven't played it much since but will revisit when the free Alaska DLC hits.

danmaku · Mar 9, 2017

Nameless said:
Fun game, then they dumbed down the trick system. Haven't played it much since but will revisit when the free Alaska DLC hits.

It's out already!

Guileless · Mar 9, 2017

I'll try this out, I'm glad someone is still creating games like this. My memories of obsessively playing the original SSX almost 17 years ago (!) are quite idyllic.

sixteen-bit · Mar 9, 2017

Thanks for the heads up. Will check it out.

Tecnniqe · Mar 9, 2017

Wildlands, PUBG and Steep all at the same time!??!

ThatStupidLion · Mar 9, 2017

Havent played a snowboard gme in a while ill check it out, as long as it doesnt eat up too mch of time for Doom

Certinty · Mar 9, 2017

Hopefully those who are interested give this a go.

One of the most underrated games of last year.

Palette Swap · Mar 9, 2017

FWIW, you can already download the trial on PSN. I assume it won't launch yet.

Certinty said:
Hopefully those who are interested give this a go.

One of the most underrated games of last year.

Not gonna lie: I was really interested in it, but the DLC scheme killed it for me and I figured I'd buy the gold edition on sale.

III-V · Mar 9, 2017

Thanks OP, I wanted to check this one out.

Laws00 · Mar 9, 2017

is this better then SSX?

astroturfing · Mar 9, 2017

cool. i'll try it out for sure, haven't played a snowboarding game since Cool Boarders 2.

Falchion · Mar 9, 2017

Might grab this since I've been playing SSX a lot lately.

Skyzard · Mar 9, 2017

Nice, will definitely check it out but I probably still won't buy it till it drops in price.

Just want to play it casually every now and then...and it's priced at £45!

backflip10019 · Mar 9, 2017

Definitely playing this one. My nostalgia for the SSX games is strong. Hope this can at least live in its shadow.

Zach · Mar 10, 2017

Will play.

Nameless · Mar 10, 2017

danmaku said:
It's out already!

Hilarious, shows how out if the loop I've been

DukeSilverHaze · Mar 10, 2017

How does this work? I have to download the entire game and then it disappears after the weekend?

MUnited83 · Mar 10, 2017

jdstorm said:
Loved the beta, but decided to prioritize buying the Switch version. Will probably double dip on the PS4 digitally with a nice price drop

If you want to play it undocked, be aware that the game is online only.

depward · Mar 10, 2017

DukeSilverHaze said:
How does this work? I have to download the entire game and then it disappears after the weekend?

If it's like other free trials, yes.

Hoodbury · Mar 10, 2017

Palette Swap said:
FWIW, you can already download the trial on PSN. I assume it won't launch yet.

Do you have a link to where you did that? I searched for Steep and didn't see where you could download a free trial.

Krakn3Dfx · Mar 10, 2017

My Comcast data caps won't allow me to try this out.

Forearm Star · Mar 10, 2017

I'm in for that cost

Thanks OP

KratosEnergyDrink · Mar 10, 2017

CEJames said:
Is there possibly any VR feature coming to this? It seems like it'd be perfect for it.

If you want to get nausea and probably vomit

Fast games are really not a good fit for VR.

Garrett Hawke · Mar 10, 2017

BernardoOne said:
If you want to play it undocked, be aware that the game is online only.

Has that been confirmed for the Switch version?

I don't know why it would be any different, but it would be a nice extra.

Fledz · Mar 10, 2017

Awesome, been meaning to try this for ages.

red731 · Mar 10, 2017

Downloading now and rebumping.

MikeyB · Mar 11, 2017

Downloaded and I like it quite a bit. It is a good game and I see myelf buying it depending on the next couple of plays this weekend.

The mountain is huge, the challenges fun, and the different activities varied enough to keep me playing for a while.

Things that bother me a little:
-The landing mechanics seem a little obscure. I tried plling off near identical jumps many times and couldn't tell what resulted in a solid landing. Seems that there js a bit of RNG at work.

-The tricks seem limited so far. Four moves with a grab variation?

-The snow types seem to be uniform. It is either snow or rock. No ice, groomed, windpacked, or powder. Nothing where you can really set an edge.

-The light and ambiance settings are slightly too open. It would be nice if they progressed on their own. Maybe they do.

All minor gripes.

ironcreed · Mar 11, 2017

I bought it recently and am very glad I did. It is the ultimate palette cleanser from the usual sort of games I play and is also quite addictive.

Auctopus · Mar 11, 2017

Getting back from a ski holiday this week so this couldn't have happened at a better time.

paragonpro · Mar 11, 2017

I like this game a lot, i think youll like it if like me you mourn the loss of extreme sports games

jdstorm · Mar 11, 2017

BernardoOne said:
If you want to play it undocked, be aware that the game is online only.

Im mainly prioritizing the switch version because i want 3rd party support on Nintendo platforms and I'm happy to vote with my wallet.

The Online only thing wont be a big deal though. Im mostly going to use the switch as a Homeheld. So it will always be in range of regular Wifi

Fortinbras · Mar 11, 2017

The game stutters like crazy for me on Xbox One. I don't remember the beta stuttering like that.

shwimpy · Mar 11, 2017

downloaded on PC and the servers are borked.

Thanks Ubisoft!

SuperPoncho · Mar 11, 2017

Yep servers are screwed. Got in once watched a guy club up a mountain for 2 minutes then booted.

Imp the Dimp · Mar 11, 2017

Just played for 15 minutes and it was pretty fun. I think I'd prefer a more arcade-y style like SSX more but I sure had fun. Didn't even realize I had missed games like these. The price is still a tad too...nevermind.

ironcreed · Mar 12, 2017

It can be atmospheric as hell. A shame more people are not giving it a go.

Fortinbras · Mar 12, 2017

I'd probably buy it if it wasn't always online.

NeoRaider · Mar 12, 2017

I tried it for 20 minutes and then uninstalled it.
Thanks but no.

Norwegian_Imposter · Mar 12, 2017

ironcreed said:
I bought it recently and am very glad I did. It is the ultimate palette cleanser from the usual sort of games I play and is also quite addictive.

That's exactly what I use it for too.

Guileless · Mar 12, 2017

I'm enjoying the preview, as others have said it really is a good change of pace from the usual.

One reservation though: the mountain "talking" to you during that early downhill pursuit run is a bit hippie-dippie for my tastes.

jon bones · Mar 12, 2017

I am eagerly awaiting the Switch port - I hope it runs smoothly on handheld mode.

It's perfect for throwing on some podcasts and relaxing.

Yankee Ruin X · Mar 12, 2017

CEJames said:
Is there possibly any VR feature coming to this? It seems like it'd be perfect for it.

That would be pretty awesome. Luckily I don't get motion sickness or anything like that in VR so would love more games to make use of it.

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