Steam Next Fest needs to add an extra vowel to its title, as this event feels more like Steam Next Feast thanks to the wide assortment of game demos. Whether you’re looking for a new roguelite or a love letter to the platforming games of yesteryear, there’s something for everyone here as various studios give players a taste of what they’ve been cooking up. The June edition of Next Fest is now live and ends on June 16, and like previous Next Fests, there’s a lot to sample here.

We’ve highlighted 25 demos below that are worth trying out, and if we’ve missed any that you think deserve a place on this list, feel free to call them out in the comments below. Once Next Fest concludes, the next big event on the Steam calendar will be the Steam Summer Sale, so you’ll want to make certain that you’ve got some cash saved up for all the video game bargains that’ll be popping up when the sales promotion runs from June 26 through July 10. Until then, here’s a look at some free game demos you can grab right now.

Some games have been unfairly described as mere walking simulators, but Baby Steps wears that label with pride. As Nate, an unemployed “failson” with a dismal outlook on life, it’s up to you to guide him across a strange land and help him find meaning in life. The game features fully simulated physics-based walking action, a massive mountain to climb, and plenty of weird characters to interact with.

Hell Is Us won’t hold your hand when you venture into its dystopian world, as this game wants you to rely on your instincts as you start exploring it. There’s a certain joy to be found in getting lost here and using the clues you’ve gathered to find your next destination, but you’ll want to brush up on your combat skills as you’ll often have to deal with aggressive humanoid creatures born from negative emotions.

Fans of rhythm-based games will want to check out this spiritual successor to the beloved Patapon. Ratatan is pretty much a sequel in all but name, building on the core ideas of Patapon with roguelike gameplay elements, charming visuals, and a killer soundtrack.

Originally an exclusive for Netflix subscribers, spatial-puzzle game Monument Valley is coming to PC on July 22. The threequel once again revolves around mind-bending illusions and atmospheric puzzles, so if you’re in the mood for twisting gravity to get a new perspective on things, this is highly recommended.

Ninja Gaiden is so back, as Blasphemous developer The Game Kitchen is putting its own spin on this classic shinobi IP. An old-school side-scroller, Ryu Hayabusa’s new adventure is inspired by his classic outings, and the game combines this old-school charm with modern precision to create a challenging but exciting action-packed experience.

Set in a dying world, Ironhive tasks you with building a colony that can survive the end of times. That’s easier said than done in a deckbuilding strategy game, as not only do you have to ensure that your colony has a stable foundation, you’ll have to arrange expeditions, make hard decisions, and manage resources to prevent a societal collapse.

What happens when demons born from the collective subconscious of humanity bleed into our reality? All-out chaos, but fortunately, the guardians of Gimmick Temple are ready to save the day in this delightfully weird roguelite adventure.

What if David Lynch made a Papers, Please movie but he set it in the aftermath of an apocalyptic event? Then you’d probably have something close to this unnerving game set during the end times. The goal is simple: All you have to do is stay inside, keep the doors locked, and harness your paranoia to keep strange creatures masquerading as people out of your home fortress.

If you’re feeling the need for speed–and steel–you can check out this ultra-fast dungeon-runner game during Next Fest. As a vampire on the run, you’ll need to feed off of foes to fuel your abilities and keep your momentum going, while also deftly combining combat with movement to make your way through levels.

Described as a pulp-adventure story, The Drifter is an old-school point-and-click game that is inspired by the works of authors like Stephen King and 70s Aussie grindhouse cinema. As a murdered drifter who awakens seconds before his death, it’s up to you to untangle a web of mystery and conspiracy in this tribute to ’90s adventure games.

For some old-school beat-’em-up fun, Rushing Beat X: Return of Brawl Brothers looks like it could be good fun. The game features easy-to-use auto-combos in case you want to whale on enemies without applying too much thought to what your thumbs need to do, and you can team up with a pal to play through the campaign in co-op mode.

Truxton is making a comeback, and with some impressive developer credentials behind it, this looks like it could be a great revival of the shmup bullet-hell genre. The demo for Truxton Extreme will give you a taste of what’s to come in the full game ahead of its eventual release on PC and PS5.

Hack-and-slash action with a roguelite twist, Morbid Metal has a neat twist on the genre as you can shapeshift into different forms during combat to gain an advantage. It’ll be out in August, but for now, this demo should serve as a tasty appetizer for the full release.

We’ve all dreamed of eating the rich–or at least knocking them down a few pegs–and this game will allow you to experience the fantasy of seeing unscrupulous billionaires forced to fight for their lives in a game show environment. As one of these punished billionaires, players will compete for pennies and other advantages over multiple rounds of minigames, manipulating each other and betraying their allies to be the last person standing.

Sticking with the theme of taking on the 1%, Into the Grid is a roguelike deckbuilding game where you’ll explore cyberspace and fight evil corporations. To do that, you’ll need to build a deck of cards that can unlock various abilities–each one is beautifully illustrated–to help you in your hacking endeavors. With the right perks and skills, no corporate firewall can stand up to your digital attacks.

A beat-’em-up with roguelite flavor, Absolum also features an exquisite art direction that makes it look like a love letter to Saturday morning cartoons and ’90s action games. Set in the fantasy world of Talamh, only a small group of rebels stand in the way of the dread Sun King Azra and his Crimson Order, as a magical cataclysm has allowed the villain to conquer the realm.

Gather survivors, build a settlement, master crafting skills, and survive. Sounds easy, right? Probably not, because Nested Lands aims to offer a “ruthless” take on the survival genre, allowing players to suffer in silence or with friends in co-op. This is an updated demo for Next Fest, and you can expect several quality-of-life updates in this build.

The Coffee Talk games have earned a devoted fanbase thanks to their charming visuals, coffee-brewing gameplay, and the powerful heart-to-heart conversations you’ll have with your customers. The newest chapter in the series offers more of the same, but this time, you’re opening up a new cafe in Tokyo and sharing stories with humans and Yokai looking to ease their troubled minds.

Night shifts aren’t exactly glamorous, but they’re definitely not boring when you’re facing an invasion of soul-eating monsters during your midnight working hours. A satirical action-based tower defense game, you’ll have to think fast to keep the hordes at bay as you create your very own path to success inside of your agency.

A puzzle game with a twist, MotionRec is built around a novel recording gameplay mechanic. The only way to move forward is to record and play back your movements, and when combined with stage gimmicks, you’ll be able to explore each stage in greater detail.

Being a chef is a grueling profession, and Kulo Niku Bowl Up doesn’t pull any punches as it asks you to cook up some wild dishes for your hungry customers. You’ve just inherited your grandmother’s once-famous meatball restaurant, and it’s up to you to take on strange orders from townsfolk, serve them a satisfying dish, and restore your family’s culinary honor in the process. Just watch out for the Starstruck Diner and its star chef Stella, as they’re gunning for you.

Being a chef is a grueling profession, and Kulo Niku Bowl Up doesn’t pull any punches as it asks you to cook up some wild dishes for your hungry customers. You’ve just inherited your grandmother’s once-famous meatball restaurant, and it’s up to you to take on strange orders from townsfolk, serve them a satisfying dish, and restore your family’s culinary honor in the process. Just watch out for the Starstruck Diner and its star chef Stella, as they’re gunning for you.

The biggest draw of Animalkind is that you can pilot a mech suit as one of several adorable animals, like a corgi, a dapper tuxedo cat, or Trashius Panderus, AKA a North American raccoon. Now armed with the power of mechanical opposable thumbs, these critters can explore the cozy land around them and build their own village as they learn just what happened to the world around them in the past.

The bad news in Xenopurge is that a facility has been infiltrated by lethal creatures and your squad is going in blind. The good news is that you’re comfortably tucked away inside of a command center, and you can dish out orders to help all or most of the team survive the Xenos threat as you keep an eye on your screen. You’ll need to plan routes, set priorities, and change your tactics on the fly if you want to be a successful commander in this tactical auto-battler.

The biggest draw of Animalkind is that you can pilot a mech suit as one of several adorable animals, like a corgi, a dapper tuxedo cat, or Trashius Panderus, AKA a North American raccoon. Now armed with the power of mechanical opposable thumbs, these critters can explore the cozy land around them and build their own village as they learn just what happened to the world around them in the past.