Ive found brilliant gems in previous Next Fests.
One of those games even made my Game of the Year list, while another was an honourable mention.
Put simply, Next Fest never fails to remind mewhy I love playing video games.
However, it can also be overwhelming.
Luckily, Im here to help out.
Here are my favourite ten demos from Steam Next Fest 2025, in no particular order.
He Is Coming
This retro style roguelite RPG is instantly engaging.
Youre dropped on a 2D map, which youre forced to explore.
Do you buff your armour, your health or your speed?
Can you sacrifice armour if your weapon replenishes your health?
What happens if the Bloodmoon Werewolf attacks of a night?
Super stylish and instantly ticking those roguelike boxes, He Is Coming is bound to be an instant hit.
If you play one game this Next Fest, make it this one.
Promise Mascot Agency
Okay, maybe play this one too.
The puzzles are clever, often abstruse, and this short demo alone has countless a-ha!
moments as you work out exactly what this mysterious abode is offering you.
Shotgun Cop Man
You areShotgun Cop Man.
The premise is simple, and completely off the wall.
The mechanics are simple, too.
Shoot your pistol with your left mouse button, your shotgun with your right.
Deliver At All Costs
What if Disco Elysium was set in 1950s Americana?
Inkression is an atmospheric walking simulator that tells stories through colour and tattooing.
