Strategy RPG fans looking for a fresh take on the Darkest Dungeon formula can currently grab Home Behind 2 at an all-time low price. The guerrilla warfare roguelike is currently 62% off on Steam, bringing the price down to $7.59 from its standard $19.99. This promotional discount will remain active until September 9.
Because the game is a prequel set 10 years before the events of the original title, new players can easily jump into the narrative without prior knowledge. The story unfolds in the fictional country of Scadia, currently under the iron fist of a dictator named Akadullah. Players step into the shoes of Banan, a student who takes charge of a ragtag guerrilla force to fuel a growing revolution.
Gameplay revolves around managing a squad of three fighters, with players able to mix and match from 36 distinct classes, each offering unique abilities. Unlike the intense micromanagement of Darkest Dungeon, combat in Home Behind 2 plays out largely automatically. However, players can pause the action at any time to issue tactical commands and trigger special abilities. Outside of combat, the gameplay loop expands into base management, where players research upgrades, cook meals, and craft new equipment.
The game's low system requirements make it an excellent fit for the Steam Deck. It currently boasts a "Very Positive" rating based on roughly 7,200 Steam reviews, averaging an 86% approval rate. While critics at Movies, Games and Tech awarded it a 7 out of 10 - praising its engaging loop and wealth of content - they noted that exploration can drag and combat may feel repetitive over time, alongside overly dramatic dialogue.
The Perfect Steam Deck Filler Between Major Releases
At under $8, Home Behind 2 occupies a highly specific and valuable niche: the low-stakes, high-depth portable tactical RPG. The critique regarding repetitive combat is actually mitigated by the game's auto-battle system, which makes it far better suited for casual, on-the-go sessions on the Steam Deck than traditional, heavy-menu strategy games.
Furthermore, the sheer volume of customization - 36 classes for a three-person squad - provides enough mechanical variety to offset the narrative shortcomings. For players waiting on the next massive RPG release, this steep discount transforms a slightly flawed indie title into an easy recommendation for portable strategy fans.
