10 Steam Next Fest Demos Worth Checking Out
Cozy games, fantasy RPGs, space exploration, and more – pick the title that suits your taste and enjoy a relaxing Steam Next Fest weekend.
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Steam Next Fest, a celebration of upcoming projects, has brought us plenty of notable games. From February 23 to March 2, players can try out exciting new projects for free and wishlist their favorites.
The festival features a wide variety of titles, from slice-of-life sims to vibrant RPGs and eerie horror experiences. If you're feeling overwhelmed or looking for something that might suit your taste, check out 80 Level's selection of ten Steam Next Fest games worth your attention. Pick a game, grab a snack, and settle in for a cozy and relaxing Saturday.
Titanium Court
One of the most unique and mysterious games featured at the fest comes from developer AP Thomson and publisher Fellow Traveller. Titanium Court combines match-3 puzzle mechanics with a narrative-driven experience featuring a "hefty amount of reading," vibrant pixelated graphics, and a touch of humor, so get ready to spend a couple of hours – or more – on this promising surreal strategy.
Denshattack!
If you're a fan of fast-paced action, make sure to check out this arcade from Undercoders and Fireshine Games, where you ride a hectic high-speed rail through a Japanese dystopia portrayed in a vivid anime style. Your train travels across diverse locations, from vast urban environments to scenic natural landscapes, as you face off against reimagined Japanese trains and earn the respect of underground gangs and rebels.
SpaceCraft
The war with machines has brought humanity to the brink of extinction, and a coded transmission from a distant galaxy offers a chance to escape through a hidden portal. SpaceCraft is an Interstellar-like, large-scale experience from Shiro Games, in which players explore a vast, uncharted galaxy filled with solar systems and planets, design and build ships, automate planetary bases and interplanetary logistics, and engage in trade and cooperation.
Armatus
This action roguelite from Counterplay Games and Fictions takes players to the ruins of Paris, now overtaken by supernatural forces. You play as the last warrior of an ancient order, wielding celestial powers as you battle evil entities ina brutal supernatural war and search for a lost gateway to heaven – the Sunless Gate.
Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard from Vampire Survivors
Developed by poncle, the creator of Vampire Survivors, this casual turn‑based deckbuilder with roguelite elements lets players explore familiar dungeons from a new perspective. The game features a card-driven experience, where players build and upgrade decks, shaping the strategy along the way.
The Last Gas Station
This atmospheric, cozy game with a mysterious twist, developed by Alawar, puts you in the role of the owner of the world's only gas station, with a small store attached, in a time when everyone drives electric cars. You'll need to grow your business and establish trade while enjoying the moody, motel-like atmosphere. As a cute bonus, you play as a red panda.
Terrinoth®: Heroes of Descent
This fantasy co-op tactical RPG from Artefacts Studio, Shine Group, and New Tales is set in the universe of the legendary dungeon-crawling board game Descent. The adventure serves as a prequel to Descent: Legends of the Dark and features four themed chapters within a story-driven campaign, offering exploration of perilous dungeons and epic boss battles in turn-based combat, all combined into a fantasy experience.
Truckful
MythicOwl and Pocketpair Publishing present a cozy car delivery adventure set in a small town steeped in mystery. Players are tasked with delivering various goods to local townsfolk while uncovering the secrets of an ancient forest. The indie game features distinctive graphics, highlighted by custom ray tracing that delivers stylish reflections.
Windrose
Taking place in an alternate Age of Piracy, Windrose Crew's game follows the classic build-craft-survive formula across both land and sea. Soulslite-style combat is at the heart of the experience, as players battle a range of foes inspired by historical figures and supernatural forces.
Ardenfall
This atmospheric RPG from Spellcast Studios immerses players in a magical world shaped by ancient cultures and political tensions. The developers drew inspiration from The Elder Scrolls, and Ardenfall's fantasy world echoes the legendary series, while featuring a distinctive cel-shaded visual style.
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