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AppWizard

November 21, 2025

25 great Steam games you probably missed in 2025⁠—from freebies to $40

2025 has seen a variety of standout gaming titles, prompting PC Gamer to compile a list for Game of the Year discussions. Individual preferences among team members varied widely, leading to a focus on lesser-known games with modest Steam reviews. A selection of 25 exceptional games was curated, arranged from the most affordable to the pricier offerings. Notable free titles include "The Children of Clay," a chilling point-and-click adventure, and "funky one," a prequel to "Lunacid." An expansion for "Echo Point Nova" has doubled its content and enhanced gameplay. In the budget range, "Cultic" offers a 10-hour shooter campaign, while "Neverwinter Nights" has been revitalized by modder Luke "Alazander" Scull. "Bloodthief" provides a unique horror experience as players take on the role of a tabloid journalist. In the mid-range, "Keep Driving" is a turn-based road trip RPG, and "Labyrinth of the Demon King" blends horror with history. "Mohrta" combines classic action elements with modern twists. In the higher price range, "PPR" is an immersive RPG featuring mech combat, and "Sword of the Sea" offers a visually stunning experience with hoverboarding mechanics.

AppWizard

September 20, 2025

This ‘supernatural handyman simulator’ is House Flipper for Abiotic Factor sickos, a first-person restoration sim about fixing up a gigantic research facility

The Lift is a supernatural handyman simulator set in a Soviet-era scientific facility, offering players a blend of DIY challenges and fantastical elements. It features various floors with substantial renovation tasks, including repairing furniture and complex engineering tasks like rewiring electrical circuits. Players will encounter bizarre locations and alien lifeforms, which can be dealt with using a sci-fi vacuum cleaner. A recently released trailer showcases the game's atmosphere and gameplay, although a specific release date is not yet announced, with expectations for a launch sometime next year.

BetaBeacon

September 2, 2025

Here’s your first look at the Google Play Games profiles revamp (APK teardown)

Google Play Games profiles are getting a makeover with a new design focusing on social interaction and customization. The update includes a follower system, personalized gaming identity options, and integration into the Play Store. The revamped profile will start rolling out globally on September 23, with the EU and UK following on October 1. The redesigned profile page allows customization of gamer name and image with various styles to choose from. The profile will have a new follower and following system, making it more interactive. Google is turning the Play Store into a gaming community hub with these changes.

AppWizard

August 16, 2025

I played this free, 15-minute claymation horror game about examining an ancient idol in the morning while the birds were chirping, and it still scared me more than anything I’ve played in years

The Children of Clay is a free horror game available on Steam, where players assume the role of an unnamed protagonist who receives a mysterious prehistoric idol from a colleague. The game is set in a dimly lit office and features visuals inspired by iconic artifacts and modern indie titles. It combines horror and puzzle-solving elements, offering a unique experience that lasts about 15 minutes.

AppWizard

July 31, 2025

Dig Donkey Kong Bananza Check out this new hole game next

In 2025, the concept of "hole" is highlighted as significant in gaming, particularly through the release of Mashina, a game developed by Talha and Jack Co. Mashina features an egg-shaped robot that digs holes to gather minerals, drawing gameplay comparisons to Steamworld Dig. Players navigate a 2D mine, managing resources in a puzzle-like inventory while completing quests for upgrades. The game employs a lo-fi aesthetic and stop-motion animation, creating a unique experience despite some gameplay challenges, such as a clumsy building system and repetitive elements in the later stages. The animation style adds a human touch, and the game evokes a sense of tranquility through its atmosphere and sound design.

AppWizard

July 24, 2025

Its demo only took me 10 minutes, but this claymation picture book puzzle game inspired by medieval alchemy is one to watch out for

All Living Things is an interactive alchemical picture book featuring visually stunning claymation art. The game combines cryptic illuminated manuscript elements with claymation to create a unique atmosphere that evokes nostalgia while maintaining an unsettling edge. The demo has generated interest for the full release, and the game's design encourages exploration and reflection, making it a noteworthy addition to experimental gaming.

AppWizard

May 31, 2025

One of the best puzzle games on Steam just got its first update in 11 years and is also verified for Steam Deck: ‘We couldn’t resist including some visual, aural, and input adjustments’

The Swapper is a sci-fi puzzle game originally launched in 2013 that involves cloning mechanics and explores themes of personal identity, presented in a unique Claymation art style. Recently, Facepalm Games released significant updates for the beta version of The Swapper on Steam, the first in over a decade, aimed at addressing bit rot and enhancing the game with visual, aural, and input adjustments. The updates include light dithering, improved depth of field, updated textures, and bump-map anti-aliasing for better visuals, as well as natural sound panning and louder text blips for improved audio. The update also fixed various bugs, including critical issues related to hidden terminals. The developers of The Swapper later created the successful roguelike Noita, and the game's writer contributed to The Talos Principle and its sequel.