Steam Next Fest is back and you've once again got just 7 days to find your favorite demos among hundreds of choices
PC Gamer
by Andy Chalk February 23, 2026
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Steam Next Fest has returned, offering players an exciting opportunity to explore hundreds of game demos over a seven-day period. This event is a must-attend for anyone looking to discover new PC games without any financial risk or long-term commitment. With a wide variety of genres and gameplay styles available, it’s the perfect chance to dive into titles you might otherwise overlook.
This year's lineup includes standout demos like *Prime Monster*, a card-based political roguelike that turns the idea of political leaders into literal monsters. Other notable titles include *All Will Rise*, a narrative deck-builder about seeking justice for a murdered god, and *Vampire Crawlers*, a dungeon crawler from the creator of *Vampire Survivors*. Additionally, players can try out *The Last Gas Station*, where you play as a red panda running one of the last gas stations in an electr
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Originally published on PC Gamer on 2/23/2026