Hey gamers,
Steam is about to fire up one of its biggest events of the year: Next Fest. It’s a week long showcase of upcoming games, demos, livestreams, and community events. But yes, there will be deals, and we’ve got something special lined up for you too.
What is Steam Next Fest?
Steam Next Fest is a festival style event where developers drop free playable demos of their upcoming or development titles, host livestreams, Q&A sessions, and show off trailers. It’s a perfect chance to explore future releases and try out games before launch.
While it’s not primarily a discount event, many publishers use this moment to push early discounts, bundle offers, or limited time deals to the demo audience. For players, it’s a golden chance to try before you buy, without paying anything upfront.
Dates & Timing
- The upcoming October 2025 edition of Steam Next Fest runs from October 13 to October 20.
- The event officially kicks off at 5:00 PM GMT on October 13 and wraps at 5:00 PM GMT on October 20.
- Because of time zone shifts, mark your calendar in local UK time so you don’t miss the launch.
What to Expect: Demos, Deals & Highlights
In prior editions, thousands of demos have gone live (both big and indie) for players to test. Some standout titles in past Next Fests include:
- Ball x Pit — a roguelike / arcade hybrid that drew attention for its gameplay.
- Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound — a retro style, side scroller demo.
- Mina the Hollower — a top down adventure inspired by classic handheld aesthetics.
Many demos allow you to wishlist the full game — so when discounts arrive, you get notified. Be sure to explore broadly — this is how hidden gems often surface.
Our Gaming Box Promotion
Because we’re all about delivering excellent value and performance to gamers, we’ll be running a special promotion on our Gaming Box lineup during the Next Fest window.
From October 13-20 you can receive 50% off your first month for all new Gaming Box orders, this discount will be applied automatically during checkout!
In short: get ready to combine Steam’s excitement and our high performance hardware promo to get more gaming for your money.
Tips to Make the Most of Next Fest
- Wishlist early — any demo you like, click the star to get launch and discount alerts.
- Try widely — explore indie titles and new genres.
- Engage with devs — many livestreams and Q&As let you ask questions directly.
- Watch for price drops — some demos transition into launch discounts mid week.
- Time your Gaming Box purchase — our promo will launch early in the week.
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