Get ready, gamers! Steam Next Fest has officially begun. The online video game distributor’s Next Fest spotlights small studios’ upcoming game releases, allowing gamers to discover new developers and show some love. Users can scroll through countless upcoming titles across all genres, download demos, tune into live streams, speak with developers, and connect with other like-minded gamers. Steam users can Wishlist their faves and receive notifications when these exciting new games go live.
The event runs from Monday, February 24, at 10 a.m. PST to the following Monday, March 3, at 10 a.m. PST. Clean up that disk drive and cancel some appointments because you won’t be able to turn down — or away from — these 10 upcoming titles.
Tall Trails
- Image Credit: Brady Soglin, Steam.
Genre(s): Adventure
Developer/Publisher: Brady Soglin
Release Date: 2025
“A chill exploration game with super satisfying movement! You play as Alp, an indestructible little golem on a quest to find his purpose. Blast yourself into the air with your rocket boot as you explore a weird and wonderful world!”
Metrophobia
- Image Credit: Fang’s Run, Steam.
Genre(s): Horror, Puzzle
Developer/Publisher: Fang’s Lab
Release Date: TBD
“Trapped in an abandoned metro, you must escape an ever-repeating station filled with anomalies and lurking horrors. Face over 100 unique disturbances and terrifying beings as you struggle to break free.”
Into the Void
- Image Credit: PlayerStudio1, PLEASURE GARDEN, Steam.
Genre(s): Boomer Shooter, Noir
Developer: PlayerStudio1
Publisher: PLEASURE GARDEN
Release Date: TBD
“Into The Void is an action packed high-speed retro shooter that follows the story of John Void, a man returned from the dead with no memories. Will you uncover the secrets of his life? Or will you simply do as you’re told?”
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qualia
- Image Credit: CMY2K, Steam.
Genre(s): Choose Your Own Adventure
Developer/Publisher: CMY2K
Release Date: TBD
“Intellica thanks you for volunteering in this short text-based Research Study. Pay attention to the participants answers, and classify them as either Human or Artificial. Join us in shaping the future of technology. Remember, think happy!”
Jitter
- Image Credit: Berko Games, Steam.
Genre(s): Sci-fi, Open World, Pixel Graphics
Developer/Publisher: Berko Games
Release Date: 2025
“A sci-fi exploration & survival game where you take on the role of a spaceship’s AI. Explore, fight, and survive across a mining colony in the Main Asteroid Belt. Rebuild your ship. Rescue your crew. Reveal the truth behind your mission.”
despelote
- Image Credit: Julián Cordero, Sebastian Valbuena, Panic, Steam.
Genre(s): Sandbox, Soccer
Developer: Julián Cordero, Sebastian Valbuena
Publisher: Panic
Release Date: 2025
“A slice-of-life adventure about childhood and the magical grip soccer held over the people of Quito, Ecuador in 2001.”
Regrets
- Image Credit:
T.E.R. Yarally, Steam.
Genre(s): Visual Novel, Psychological
Developer/Publisher: T.E.R. Yarally
Release Date: TBD
“Do you ever feel like life is slipping away, with too many dreams left unfulfilled? Like you’re trapped in wanting to do so much, but never quite getting to any of it? Doesn’t that thought scare you—looking back on a life that accomplished nothing, fading without leaving a mark? It scares me too.”
RunOut – Hothead Paws
- Image Credit: WakaStudio, Steam.
Genre(s): Party, Multiplayer
Developer/Publisher: WakaStudio
Release Date: TBD
“‘RunOut’ is an online party platformer game for 2 to 6 players! Pick a cute animal character, race through unpredictable obstacle courses, collect coins, and be the first to grab the stuffed bear. Prepare for a fun, fast-paced mix of running, fighting, and partying!”
Animal Spa
- Image Credit: Sinkhole Studio, Moonlab Studio, Steam.
Genre(s): Cute, Casual, Sim
Developer: Sinkhole Studio, Moonlab Studio
Publisher: Sinkhole Studio
Release Date: 2025
“Run a bathhouse visited by animals! Animal Spa is a relaxing simulation game that you can enjoy while doing other tasks, as it sits at the bottom of your screen. Place baths with different temperatures and rest areas to help a variety of animal friends unwind.”
So To Speak
- Image Credit: Erik Andersen, Steam.
Genre(s): Education, Puzzle
Developer/Publisher: Erik Andersen
Release Date: March 31, 2025
“Can you learn Japanese by solving puzzles? So to Speak is a game about wandering in Japan, looking at signs, overhearing conversations, and using context clues in the environment to figure out what it all means. No background in Japanese is assumed.”
Tailside: Cozy Cafe Sim
- Image Credit: Coffee Beans Dev, Steam.
Genre(s): Relaxing, Simulation
Developer/Publisher: Coffee Beans Dev
Release Date: 2025
“A charming RPG where you’ll discover the joys of running your own cozy cafe. From brewing the perfect cup of coffee to making friends with the locals, experience a blend of relaxation and adventure during your own coffee break.”
Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit
- Image Credit: Mega Cat Studios, Programancer, Retroware, Steam.
Genre(s): Platformer, Action
Developer: Mega Cat Studios, Programancer
Publisher: Retroware
Release Date: TBD
“The Angry Video Game Nerd is back in 8-bits! Battle through frantic platforming levels, defeat classic AVGN bosses, and save all of gaming from a corrupted monstrosity.”
Innovative gameplay, striking art design, free-to-play demos — need I say more? Head to Steam to get started.
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