Top Free Demos to Explore at February’s Steam Next Fest
February 2025’s Steam Next Fest is here, bringing hundreds of free demos for upcoming PC games across all genres. From mind-bending puzzles to heart-pounding action, there’s something for everyone. Steam can be overwhelming, but we’ve done the digging to highlight the best demos worth your time. Here’s a rundown of the games that stood out and left us wanting more.
Kathy Rain 2: Soothsayer
Kathy Rain returns after eight years, now working as a struggling PI. The demo teases a gripping murder mystery with clever puzzles and a dark, engaging story.
Bad Cheese
This bizarre and unsettling game stars a grotesque version of Mickey Mouse. The demo is a disturbing first-person experience that’s hard to forget but oddly compelling.
Nothing Beyond This Point
A twin-stick shooter with a unique twist: your health is also your ammo. This clever mechanic makes every encounter tense and strategic.
Kiddo
A monochrome point-and-click adventure about a masked figure searching for their missing dog. The demo focuses on mundane tasks, but it’s strangely captivating.
Demon Tides
Surf through a vibrant seaside world in this fast-paced platformer. The demo is short but leaves you craving more of its colorful, fluid gameplay.
Despelote
Set in Quito, Ecuador, this walking sim lets you explore a neighborhood through soccer. Its collage art style and dreamy atmosphere make it a standout.
Haste: Broken Worlds
A whimsical parkour platformer where the world crumbles around you. It’s like a mix of Sonic and Studio Ghibli, and it’s absolutely delightful.
Mashina
A stop-motion strategy sim where you play a robot repairing the world. The demo’s charming visuals and simple mechanics make it a joy to play.
Is This Seat Taken?
A puzzle game with a simple premise: seat people correctly. It’s so well-executed that it feels like a dopamine rush with every solved puzzle.
Chip ‘N Clawz Vs. The Brainioids
A colorful third-person shooter with tower defense elements. It’s an odd mix, but it works surprisingly well and feels fresh even in its demo stage.
TMNT: Tactical Takedown
A turn-based beat-em-up featuring the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The fast-paced gameplay and unique map mechanics make it a standout in the genre.
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