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| Steam Deck with a custom Hotel Galactic wrap. |
If you’ve had your eye on Valve’s handheld gaming PC, here’s news you won’t want to miss: you might just get a Steam Deck without spending a dime. Independent studio Ancient Forge—known for popular simulation titles like The Tenants, Blockbuster Inc., and Glorious Companions—is running an international giveaway with a custom-wrapped Steam Deck as the star prize.
And time is of the essence. The entry window closes tomorrow, January 5, at 10:59 PM UTC.
How to Enter the Steam Deck Giveaway
The promotion is hosted on Gleam, a platform that simplifies contests and giveaways. Entry is open worldwide, so regardless of whether you’re in North America, Europe, Asia, or beyond, you’re eligible to participate.
Entering is straightforward. You’ll find a list of simple tasks on the Gleam page. While completing just one task will secure you an entry, each additional action boosts your odds. Tasks range from answering a quick question about Ancient Forge’s games to engaging with their upcoming title, Hotel Galactic.
Some of the quickest entries involve following the studio’s social accounts. For a closer look at the game behind the giveaway, check out this recent post.
Other options include playing the Hotel Galactic demo on Steam or following the game on platforms like TikTok, X (formerly Twitter), and Instagram. None of the steps are time-intensive, making it easy to stack entries in just a few minutes.
More Than Just a Steam Deck
While the grand prize is undoubtedly the custom Steam Deck featuring a unique Hotel Galactic skin, Ancient Forge has stocked the prize pool with plenty of other rewards:
- 10 plushie sets
- 5 Steam codes for The Tenants
- 5 Steam codes for Blockbuster Inc.
- 5 Steam codes for Glorious Companions
- 12 Steam codes for Hotel Galactic
- 12 Steam codes for the Hotel Galactic: Dream Weaver DLC
This means even if you don’t win the handheld, you still have a great shot at scoring one of their charming life-simulation games.
Why Act Fast
With the deadline literally hours away, procrastination is your biggest enemy. Once the Gleam entry form closes tomorrow night, no further submissions will be accepted. Given the global accessibility and the high-value prize, competition is expected to be fierce. Increasing your entry count by completing multiple tasks is the best strategy to improve your chances.
Final Thoughts
For gamers contemplating a Steam Deck purchase or fans of simulation games, this giveaway is a perfect, risk-free opportunity. It’s a clever move by Ancient Forge to build excitement for Hotel Galactic while giving back to the community. Just remember: set a reminder, complete those Gleam tasks, and cross your fingers. Your new custom Steam Deck could be just one click away.