Steam Next Fest needs to add an extra vowel to its title, as this event feels more like Steam Next Feast thanks to the wide assortment of game demos.
The June edition of Next Fest is now live and ends on June 16, and like previous Next Fests, there’s a lot to sample here.
We’ve highlighted 25 demos below that are worth trying out, and if we’ve missed any that you think deserve a place on this list, feel free to call them out in the comments below.
Until then, here’s a look at some free game demos you can grab right now.
The bad news in Xenopurge is that a facility has been infiltrated by lethal creatures and your squad is going in blind.
Because of the variety of game demos, Steam Next Fest feels more like Steam Next Feast, so the name needs an extra vowel. As different studios give players a taste of what they’ve been working on, there is something for everyone here, whether you’re searching for a brand-new roguelite or a tribute to the platforming games of the past. Like previous Next Fests, there is a lot to sample at the June edition, which is currently live and runs through June 16.
When you enter the dystopian world of Hell Is Us, the game will not hold your hand; instead, it encourages you to follow your gut. It’s fun to get lost here and use the hints you’ve gathered to find your next location, but you’ll need to practice fighting because you’ll frequently have to deal with hostile humanoid creatures that are the result of negative emotions.
The bad news is that your squad is going in blind because deadly creatures have infiltrated a facility in Xenopurge. As you watch your screen, you can give orders to help all or most of the team survive the Xenos threat because you’re comfortably tucked away inside a command center. To succeed as a commander in this tactical auto-battler, you will need to determine priorities, plan routes, and adjust your tactics as needed.
