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Co-Op Cooking Horror Happy’s Humble BURGATORY Arrives on Steam Next Month
Happy's Humble BURGATORY, the co-op cooking horror game from Scythe Studios and tinyBuild, is set to launch on PC via Steam on July 16th. The game expands on the universe of Happy's Humble Burger Farm, featuring 1-4 player cooperative gameplay where players must manage a fast-food restaurant while avoiding a monstrous mascot. Unique mechanics include voice chat sensitivity that can alert enemies or alter the environment, and over 35 gameplay modifiers that change each run.
Control a huge drilling vessel rife with bloody religious symbolism in Mole, a horror sim from former GTFO developers
Mole, a new psychological horror and simulation game from former GTFO developers Off Black Creations, is now available on Steam. Players control a Navigator aboard a massive drilling vessel deep underground, tasked with unraveling mysteries and surviving the descent into madness. The game features first-person exploration, tactile simulation elements, and a story that lasts approximately 4-5 hours.
SkyChart: Airline Executive Sets July 13 Release Date, Debuts 3-Hour Steam Next Fest Demo
Casey Jones Labs has announced that its historical aviation management simulation game, SkyChart: Airline Executive, will launch for PC on July 13, 2026. A free 3-hour demo is available now as part of Steam Next Fest, allowing players to experience the game's routing, economics, and fleet management mechanics.
Go With The Mow! Lawn Mowing Simulator 2 Launches First Playable Demo for Steam Next Fest
Skyhook Games has released the first playable demo for Lawn Mowing Simulator 2 as part of Steam Next Fest. The demo allows players to experience new grass technology and the leaf blower mechanic. Lawn Mowing Simulator 2 is set to launch later this year on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Experience Medieval Life in The Guild – Europa 1410 Demo, Available Now and Part of Steam Next Fest
A demo for the medieval life simulation game, The Guild - Europa 1410, is now available on Steam and is part of Steam Next Fest. The demo allows players to experience approximately 2-4 hours of gameplay across three professions and showcases the game's economic, social, and political systems. Early Access for the full game is scheduled to begin on July 16th, 2026.
Lost Lures joins Steam Next Fest!
Hatfuls Games announced that its isometric fishing adventure, Lost Lures, will be featured in the upcoming Steam Next Fest. The demo will include new fish species like the Zander and additional lures, alongside features such as co-op fishing for up to six players and economic progression.
Miniature Painter Simulator Brings the Real-World Hobby to Steam Next Fest
Swain Games announced that Miniature Painter Simulator is participating in Steam Next Fest with a playable demo available from June 15–22 on PC. The demo allows players to experience digital miniature painting, customize models, and run an online shop, with the full game launching later this year.
ReStory launches this summer
ReStory, a simulation game where players run an electronics repair shop in Y2K-era Japan, is set to launch for PC via Steam this summer. A demo is currently available as part of Steam Next Fest, featuring new gadgets like the Atari Lynx and customization tools. The game combines tactile repair mechanics with shop management and a branching narrative influenced by customer stories.
"The Apothecary Diaries Palace Chronicles" is finally here!
CTW has launched G123's new browser game, "The Apothecary Diaries Palace Chronicles," available on smartphones, tablets, and PCs. Based on the anime "The Apothecary Diaries," the simulation game allows players to follow protagonist Maomao as she solves mysteries using her apothecary knowledge. A special release celebration video featuring voice actors Aoi Yuuki and Takao Otsuka is also available.
Tham Luang Cave is coming to VR!
3R Games is bringing the Tham Luang Cave to its VR simulation game, Cave Crave, featuring a faithful recreation using LiDAR technology. The update will introduce new swimming mechanics for navigating flooded sections and aims to provide an immersive experience of the iconic Thai cave system. The game is available on Meta Quest, SteamVR, and PlayStation VR2, with a PC version also planned.
Dwarf Fortress digs up a dinosaur update this month
Bay 12 Games is releasing a dinosaur update for Dwarf Fortress on June 25th, adding 100 new prehistoric creatures to the simulation game. The update is optional and will be available on PC via Steam. The developer is also highlighting an interview with the game's artist, Guido, and publisher Kitfox Games regarding the new content.
Cat Life Simulator Demo is here soon! 🐱
The demo for Cat Life Simulator is launching during Steam NextFest from June 15 to June 22. Players can experience life as a stray cat in an open-world urban environment, hunting for food, claiming territory, and interacting with the city. Players are encouraged to wishlist the game to support the developers.
CAM Model Simulator 2026: Official Demo soon at Steam Next Fest!
CAM Model Simulator 2026 will release a free demo during Steam Next Fest, running from June 15 to June 22. Players can experience managing their own online creator channel, from building a strategy to growing a content empire.
Truck Simulator 2026: USA Demo is availabe during NextFest! 🚛
The demo for Truck Simulator 2026: USA is available for free during NextFest from June 15 to June 22. Players can experience realistic truck hauling across American highways, manage fuel stops, and navigate various weather conditions. Developer feedback is encouraged through Steam discussions.
Prison Life Sim 2026 Demo is close! ⛓️🚨
A free playable demo for the upcoming prison life simulation game, Prison Life Sim 2026 - Survival, is now available on Steam as part of Steam Next Fest. The demo, which runs from June 15 to June 22, offers players an early look at the game's survival and progression mechanics within a high-security correctional facility. Community feedback from the demo will be used to shape future updates before the full release.
Cozy Offroad Simulator: Play the First-Ever Public Demo!
A free playable demo for Cozy Offroad Simulator Together is available during Steam Next Fest from June 15 to June 22. This cooperative off-road simulation allows players to team up and navigate diverse wilderness environments using physics-based driving. Community feedback from the demo will inform future development.
Steam Next Fest is officially here for Airport Manager Simulator 2026! 🛫
A free playable demo for Airport Manager Simulator 2026 is now available on Steam as part of Steam Next Fest, running from June 15 to June 22. The demo allows players to experience the core management and operational mechanics of the airport simulation game, with feedback being collected to aid in future development.
Grab the Mops! Bloody Cleanup Together Demo is available today! 🩸
A free playable demo for the cooperative cleanup simulation game Bloody Cleanup Together is now available on PC as part of Steam Next Fest. The demo allows up to four players to experience the core mechanics of restoring crime scenes, including removing blood stains, disposing of evidence, and moving bodies. The demo will be available until June 22, with the full game available to wishlist on Steam.
Budget Renovation Simulator Demo is coming today! 🔨
The free playable demo for Budget Renovation Simulator is now available as part of Steam Next Fest. Players can experience the core renovation and management mechanics of transforming neglected properties into profitable investments. The demo will be available until June 22, and the game can be wishlisted on Steam.
Steam Week in Review: More than 300 games released on Steam last week, and 120 of them had AI disclosures
Last week saw over 300 games released on Steam, with 120 of them featuring AI disclosures. Several games, including visual novels and FMV titles, heavily utilize AI-generated art, music, and narrative, with some priced at $100 or more. This trend raises concerns about the quality and legitimacy of AI-driven game development and pricing strategies on the platform.
