Game Informer Picks 9 Steam Next Fest Summer 2026 Demos as Event Runs Through June 22
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Updated · Game Informer · Jun 18
Game Informer Picks 9 Steam Next Fest Summer 2026 Demos as Event Runs Through June 22
3 articles · Updated · Game Informer · Jun 18
Summary
Game Informer staff published a curated list of 9 recommended demos for Steam Next Fest Summer 2026, aiming to help players navigate the event’s hundreds of playable upcoming games.
June 22 is the festival’s end date, and the outlet said it will keep updating the recommendations throughout the event as more demos stand out or hidden gems emerge.
The picks span several genres, from action RPGs and Metroidvanias to social deduction, off-road exploration and cozy puzzle design, with highlighted titles including Edge of Memories, Well Dweller, Duskfade and Demon Bluff.
Steam Next Fest follows immediately after Summer Game Fest week, giving players a chance to try many showcased games directly rather than just watch trailers.