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Steam Next Fest is back and brings with it an incredible slate of upcoming indie titles and demos. With so many games to discover, it can be difficult to time them all. Below you'll find our recommendations for the best platformers from this Steam Next Fest – download them and check them out for yourself.
The small
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The Cub is a challenging, story-rich platformer reminiscent of SEGA classics. It tells the haunting story of a child left behind in a ruined land in a hand-drawn platformer with a delightful soundtrack. As the rich come back and try to capture you, it's up to you to lead the Cub on a difficult journey and avoid capture.
eyes in the dark
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Explore Bloom Manor as Victoria Bloom in Eyes in the Dark. Armed with the power of light, it's up to you to defeat the darkness that has engulfed the mansion. This "roguelight" title combines randomly generated levels with light platforming and combat to create a unique experience. Use your flashlight and various tools to defeat the dark creatures saving Bloom Manor.
frog rifle
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Immerse yourself in a modern version of Frogun's old-school platformer. You control Renata in a PS1/N64 era adventure as she explores mystical ruins in search of her missing parents. Fortunately, you have the help of your parents' invention, the Frogun, a frog-shaped grappling hook that will help you overcome platforming challenges and dangerous enemies in a variety of ways.
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ghost song
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A haunting and desolate world awaits you in Ghost Song. Play as a Deadsuit awakening from a long slumber and explore the moon of Lorian in this atmospheric Metroidvania. Explore winding caverns and more to uncover Lorian's many secrets. You'll also acquire powerful weapons and upgrades to defeat various enemies on your journey with a mix of ranged and melee attacks.
Glow in the mirror
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Glimmer in Mirror is a story-rich Metroidvania where you play as Shiro, an amnesiac girl, in a desolate world. You will encounter various NPCs and monsters, some delightful, some less so, but all unique. As you journey through beautiful forests and historic ruins, you'll learn new skills and companions that give you unique abilities, allowing you to take on platforming challenges and fight in different ways.
abyss of the heart
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Heart Abyss is set in the world of Holspic, where humans and Beastmen are in an eternal war. You play as multiple characters, including Leon and Ray, while experiencing the story-rich plot of Heart Abyss. Use strategy elements and precise movements to survive in this war-torn world. Get ready to fight for your life in this dark 2D platformer.
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Scars of the Moon
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A world of hauntingly beautiful and sinister beauty awaits you in Moon Scars. Play as the clay warrior, Gray Irma, on a quest to find the Sculptor and discover your purpose in existence. Master Grey's combat skills and learn new abilities to defeat the merciless darkness and enemies who call him their master. Each challenge and death will teach you a new lesson and bring you closer to the truth.
Nine Floors
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Nine Sols combines Taoism, cyberpunk, soul combat and hand-drawn art to create a unique and delicious title. Explore an abandoned kingdom inspired by Asian myth and culture by slashing, deflecting and fighting the various enemies. Your objective is to take revenge and kill the Nine Sols who rule this world. Along the way, you will explore a vast world and discover many secrets and powerful weapons to aid you in your quest.
The Spirit and the Mouse
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Explore the Spanish village of Sainte-et-Claire in Spirit of the Mouse, a heartwarming puzzle platformer. Lead Lila, a little mouse with a big heart, as she makes new friends and does good deeds for those in need. Spirit of the Mouse has a strong narrative that you unravel as you explore the village with electricity-based powers, solve puzzles, and help the inhabitants in various mini-games.
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