Steam Next Fest is back and running from June 16, offering players a chance to get hands-on with new demos. This year’s lineup features some of the most innovative multiplayer and co-op experiences currently in development, spanning genres from horror shooters to arena brawlers.
One standout title is The Bornless, a chilling extraction shooter set on Farmouth, an eerie island shrouded in fog. Players navigate three phases: looting, controlling ritual sites, and final extraction, facing off against both their rivals and demonic threats in high-stakes encounters. Items acquired carry forward to future sessions, allowing for cabin upgrades, loadout optimization, and rituals preparation.
Sparkball delivers a 4v4 competitive arena brawler experience, developed by veterans of League of Legends and Overwatch. Unlike traditional MOBAs, Sparkball ditches the lanes and creeps in favor of pure real-time action. Each match emphasizes teamwork, skillshots, and fast-paced objectives, while integrated cosmetics and progression systems offer players opportunities to unlock free skins through just participating in the demo.
Riftstorm plunges into roguelite territory by offering three-player co-op missions set across a vast, mythic universe. Choose from characters like Starling or Botsy, tackle evolving boss fights, randomized loot, and replayable stages. Each run offers a unique experience, with scalable difficulty and gear upgrades encouraging experimentation and teamwork. The game’s demo is playable throughout Steam Next Fest.
Off The Grid stands out for its narrative-driven battle royale gameplay blended with extraction elements. Directed by Neill Blomkamp, this title brings a dynamic world to life where players compete in missions while building their character and equipment over time. Despite initial challenges, the studio has been pushing forward, organizing tournaments and forging new partnerships.
With all featured titles free to explore until June 16, Steam Next Fest provides a valuable glimpse into what’s coming next in online multiplayer.