Here arrr a few demos we think you might want to check out!
Another Steam Next Fest is upon us and with that, loads and loads of new demos to check out. Seems like a good opportunity to suggest a few indiegames to try! Our Indiedev friends will surely appreciate it!
Check out our amazing Steam Next Fest Trailer Reel:
and then scroll on down to each game for their details!
Into The Grid
Release date: Early Access Soon!
Demo: store.steampowered.com/app/3132890/Into_The_Grid_Demo
Genre: Cyberpunk, Roguelike Deckbuilder, Hacking
Why: Into The Grid is a visually stunning retro-futuristic cyberpunk deckbuilder where you put on your hacking hat and dive into labyrinthine digital fortresses in search of the mega corporations’ dirtiest secrets.
OFF
Release Date: 15 August, 2025
Demo: store.steampowered.com/app/3339880/OFF/
Genre: Nostalgic, SNES-style RPG, Cult Classic
Why: (re)Play the definitive version of a beloved cult classic RPG, reimagined for modern platforms!
Kick'N Hell
Release date: July 21st, 2025
Demo: store.steampowered.com/app/2832070/Kickn_Hell
Genre: Foddian, 1st Person Precision Platformer, In hell!
Why: Kick, climb, fall, rage… Rise to the top and take on Satan, or fall like the rest. Beware, there’s no mercy in Hell.
Pirates Outlaws 2: Heritage
Release Date: To be announced soon!
Demo: store.steampowered.com/app/3025160/Pirates_Outlaws_2_Heritage/
Genre: Pirate, Roguelike, Deckbuilder
Why: A swashbuckling roguelike deckbuilder. Collect & fuse cards, gather powerful relics and adapt your strategy during each run.
Become The Moon
Release Date: June 19th, 2025
Demo: store.steampowered.com/app/2871020/Become_the_Moon_Demo
Genre: Roguelike, Deckbuilder, Autobattler
Why: The deckbuilding auto battler. Draft cards, collect relics, and cast spells to create game-breaking combos. Assemble a team of oddballs and misfits, and shoot for the moon!
The Prisoning: Fletcher's Quest
Release Date: To Be Announced
Demo: store.steampowered.com/app/2725720/The_Prisoning_Fletchers_Quest_Demo
Genre: Pixel-art, Platformer, Western Music that slaps!
Why: Step into the frazzled brain of a developer hanging on by a thread during the final stages of a massive project. After a post-crunch therapy session goes sideways, he finds himself trapped in his subconscious, where he’ll double-jump through trauma, shoot his inner demons, and yes… literally jump the shark.
Xenopurge
Release Date: Soon!
Demo: store.steampowered.com/app/3175750/Xenopurge_Demo
Genre: Real-Time Tactics, Retrofuturistic, Man vs Alien
Why: A tactical auto-battler where you are a Commander tasked with purging the Xenos threat. Operate from a remote command center, issuing indirect orders via multi-screen interfaces. Plan routes, set priorities, and adapt as missions escalate and feel the true weight of being in command.
Winnie’s Hole
Release Date: 2025
Demo: store.steampowered.com/app/2715010/Winnies_Hole_Demo
Genre: Holesome Horror Comedy, Tile-placing Roguelite
Why: Play as a virus in Winnie's body & mind. Capture cells to mutate, explore randomised cellular worlds, and build a deck of tetrominos to unleash in combo-driven combat.
Vampirates
Release Date: Soon!
Demo: store.steampowered.com/app/3660670/Vampirates_Demo
Genre: online Co-op, Physics brawler, Vampires + Pirates + Zombies!
Why: Sink your teeth in, sling your friends, and feed an Otter God, because teamwork is optional and Kevin is throwable.
Modulus
Release Date: Early Access on 22 October
Demo: store.steampowered.com/app/3465000/Modulus_Demo
Genre: Factory automation, block-building, sandbox
Why: A factory automation game where you cut, color, stamp, and assemble 3D building blocks. Design & optimize sprawling factories with full creative freedom.
Paddle Paddle Paddle
Release Date: July 2025
Demo: store.steampowered.com/app/3570070/Paddle_Paddle_Paddle
Genre: Co-op paddling, rage-inducing, physics-based
Why: Three words: paddle paddle paddle
Fading Serenades
Release Date: Soon?
Demo: store.steampowered.com/app/3657050/Fading_Serenades_Demo
Genre: 2D Walking simulator, Parcel delivery, Inventory management
Why: Hike, jump, and climb to traverse the treacherous terrain of the island to help villagers deliver parcels and complete their tasks and requests.
Egging On
Release Date: 7 August, 2025
Demo: store.steampowered.com/app/2897610/Egging_On
Genre: Foddian, precision platformer, most eggcelent
Why: This game is hard-boiled. Face the challenge of being a real, fragile egg. Escape the hen-house and jump, roll and climb your way to freedom… or a sunny side up.
Gloomy Eyes
Release Date: 2025
Demo: store.steampowered.com/app/2667950/Gloomy_Eyes
Genre: Gothic Adventure, Tim Burton Vibes,Puzzle Platformer
Why: It looks like Coraline, the game. And we've all been wanting to play that, right?
Ruffy and the Riverside
Release date: 26 June, 2025
Demo: store.steampowered.com/app/2582150/Ruffy_and_the_Riverside_Demo
Genre: 3D Platformer, Copy & Paste Textures, Action-Adventure
Why: in the words of VICE: "Ruffy and the Riverside is a platforming icon for a new generation, while feeling certifiably old-school. It's a nostalgia-fueled romp through our platforming past, but has enough bells and whistles to feel brand new."
Yeah, I couldn't have said that better myself! Have a go with the 30-min demo and see for yourself how fun and clever it feels to copy & paste textures in its colourful world!
Katanaut
Release date: TBD 2025
Demo: store.steampowered.com/app/3032830/Katanaut
Genre: Pixel perfect, Action Roguelite, Space Samurai!
Why: Katanaut is an action roguelite, inspired by both metroidvania and action-platformers. Taking place on a massive space station infested with eldritch horrors.
You’ve got a katana and some kick-butt guns, though. You can do this!
I'm an NPC in the demo! Go talk to Captain Chop and he'll show you the Perished Records, or Pirate PR, if you will!
Dunebound Tactics
Release date: To Be Announced
Demo: store.steampowered.com/app/3034660/Dunebound_Tactics
Genre: Roguelike, Turn-Based Strategy, In a Post-apocalyptic desert!
Why: A turn-based strategy RPG where you battle ruthless factions, scavenge dwindling resources, and make life-or-death choices to keep your sand-faring ship on the move, even if it requires sacrificing your own crewmates!
Hungry Horrors
Release Date: To Be Announced
Demo: store.steampowered.com/app/3530560/Hungry_Horrors_Demo
Genre: Culinary Deckbuilder, Recipe Roguelike, not a Horror
Why: Embark on a culinary quest in Hungry Horrors, a roguelike deckbuilder where cooking replaces combat. As a brave princess, you will prepare dishes to feed legendary creatures from British and Irish folklore - and avoid becoming their next meal.
MechAnimals
Release Date:
Demo: store.steampowered.com/app/3395330/MechAnimals
Genre: Beat ‘em Up, Great animation, Critters & Mechas
Why: Gear up for mayhem: From the animators behind Kung Fu Panda and The Mario Movie, MechAnimals is an upcoming Action Roguelite featuring cute tiny animal MECH PILOTS!
That's it, quite a list, huh? Our lovely indies have an important week ahead of them. You can support them by playing their demo, leaving a review and creating content for their amazing games.
It truly does make a world of difference!
