This Week’s Highlight in PC Gaming: Resident Evil Requiem, Alongside The Witcher Series, Pirate Adventures, and Pinball Classics.

This Week's Highlight in PC Gaming: Resident Evil Requiem, Alongside The Witcher Series, Pirate Adventures, and Pinball Classics.


# Steam Next Fest: Highlights and Notable Demos

Steam Next Fest is back, bringing an exciting array of upcoming games and demos for players to explore. This week, gamers can dive into a labyrinth of new titles and unfinished projects, experiencing the latest innovations in game design. Here’s a roundup of some of the most anticipated demos and full releases during this event.

## Notable Demos

1. **[Spider Roulette](https://store.steampowered.com/app/3900650/Spider_Roulette/)**
– Adaptation of a traditional party game, players must hide spiders under cups to challenge friends. It comes with unique power-up cards, quite refreshingly devoid of microtransactions.

2. **[Rise Of Piracy](https://store.steampowered.com/app/1400660/Rise_of_Piracy/)**
– A MicroProse-published early access RTS where you command a fleet during the Golden Age of piracy. Engage in naval battles, diplomacy, and trading, offering a robust experience beyond simple piracy.

3. **[Emberbane](https://store.steampowered.com/app/2085310/Emberbane/)**
– A 2D metroidvania that infuses elemental martial arts into gameplay, catering to fans of action-packed adventures.

4. **[Reigns: The Witcher](https://store.steampowered.com/app/1651600/Reigns_The_Witcher/)**
– Nerial’s latest deckbuilding narrative game set in The Witcher universe. Players embody Dandelion, aiming to navigate Geralt’s fate through choice and strategy.

5. **[Utawarerumono: ZAN 2](https://store.steampowered.com/app/3074850/Utawarerumono_ZAN_2/)**
– This anime hack-and-slash game combines vibrant visuals with base management mechanics, offering a whimsical take on the genre.

6. **[Spellcasters Chronicles](https://store.steampowered.com/app/2458470/Spellcasters_Chronicles/)**
– A MOBA focused on 3v3 wizard duels, presenting a new spin on competitive gameplay.

7. **[Tales of Berseria Remastered](https://store.steampowered.com/app/2331020/Tales_of_Berseria_Remastered/)**
– Bandai Namco revamps a well-loved action-RPG, polishing both visuals and gameplay for new audiences.

8. **[Snägäri Pinball](https://store.steampowered.com/app/4138430/Sngri_Pinball/)**
– A celebratory pinball game inspired by Finland’s late-night snack culture, offering a unique thematic experience.

9. **[Resident Evil Requiem](https://store.steampowered.com/app/3764200/Resident_Evil_Requiem/)**
– Capcom expands the Resident Evil franchise with a new blend of action and horror, featuring different perspectives through character Leon Kennedy and new addition Grace Ashcroft.

10. **[Arrow World](https://store.steampowered.com/app/3872770/ARROW_WORLD/)**
– A quirky sokoban-style game featuring conveyor belts, adding a twist to traditional puzzle-solving.

## Community Engagement

As RPS staff delves into these new titles, many are particularly focused on *Resident Evil Requiem*, sharing experiences and insights as they progress through the game. This collaborative engagement fosters a community vibe, allowing players and writers alike to exchange thoughts and experiences around the newest additions.

Steam Next Fest not only provides gamers with access to exciting new demos but also creates an environment where discussions and reviews of these games thrive, shaping the future gaming landscape. Happy gaming to all!