The Steam Next Fest is currently showcasing some exciting new game demos across various genres like action-adventure, sports, and more. If you’re looking to try out some of the best demos available, here are seven titles that you should definitely check out:
- Windrose Demo
- Developer: Windrose Crew
- Publisher: Windrose Crew
- Release Date: TBA
- Genre: Survival, Adventure, Open World
Embark on a pirate-themed adventure in Windrose, where you can explore islands, sail the seas, build your base, and craft tools and weapons to battle tough bosses. The demo offers up to six hours of gameplay showcasing the early game.
- 1348 Ex Voto Demo
- Developer: Sedleo
- Publisher: Dear Villagers
- Release Date: March 12, 2026
- Genre: Action, Adventure
Step into old Italy as a brave knight on a quest to save your closest companion in 1348 Ex Voto. Experience third-person combat in a medieval setting with a storyline focused on chivalry.
- Denshattack Demo
- Developer: Undercoders
- Publisher: Fireshine Games
- Release Date: TBA
- Genre: Arcade
Hop on a train and race through colorful landscapes of dystopian Japanese cities in Denshattack. Beat rival gangs, do flips, grinds, and tricks in this fun arcade game reminiscent of the Tony Hawk series.
- Call of the Elder Gods Demo
- Developer: Out of the Blue Games
- Publisher: Kwalee
- Release Date: TBA
- Genre: Puzzle, Lovecraftian
Solve puzzles and encounter ancient horrors in Call of the Elder Gods, a Lovecraftian adventure that takes you to the farthest corners of Earth. Experience Chapter 1 in the demo, filled with challenging puzzles.
- Arkheron Demo
- Developer: Bonfire Studios
- Publisher: Bonfire Studios
- Release Date: TBA
- Genre: Action, PvP
Arkheron is a fast-paced PvP multiplayer game set in a dark fantasy world. Focus on strategy and resource gathering in this ever-shifting world. Try out the demo for free.
- Wax Heads Demo
- Developer: Patattie Games
- Publisher: Curve Games
- Release Date: May 5, 2026
- Genre: Simulation
Manage a record store and interact with quirky customers in Wax Heads. Chill with coworkers or manage a big collection in this cozy life simulator game with punk vibes.
- Atmosfar Demo
- Developer: Apog Labs
- Publisher: Shueisha Games
- Release Date: TBA
- Genre: Adventure, Survival
Fly across floating islands on an alien planet in Atmosfar. Gather scrap, build and upgrade gear, and face wild creatures and bad weather in this exciting survival adventure. Play alone or with up to four friends in co-op mode.
These demos offer a taste of the full games to come and are definitely worth checking out during the Steam Next Fest.
