In celebration of International Women's Day, Steam has launched its annual Women's Day Sale, featuring an array of games developed by women-led teams. This year's sale, running until March 9th, showcases a variety of genres from atmospheric horror to heartwarming visual novels, all at significant discounts. Here are some standout titles you might want to add to your library.
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Signalis
Astrea: Six-Sided Oracles
Dredge
Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon
Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly
Pacific Drive
Medieval Dynasty
When The Past Was Around
Tiny Glade
Reka
Urban Myth Dissolution Center
shapez 2
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Signalis
Download: Steam
Release Date: October 27, 2022
Developer: rose-engine
Dive into the retro-futuristic horror of Signalis, developed by rose-engine. This game merges an isometric perspective with a nostalgic 90s aesthetic, where you play as android Elster searching for her lost partner on a crashed spaceship. With limited inventory management, Signalis draws inspiration from classics like Resident Evil and Silent Hill, enhanced by retro-anime visuals and a gripping narrative.
Astrea: Six-Sided Oracles
Download: Steam
Release Date: September 21, 2023
Developer: Little Leo Games
Experience the unique dice-based roguelike, Astrea: Six-Sided Oracles, from Little Leo Games. Instead of cards, you'll use six-sided dice as you choose from six oracle characters on a mission to save a star system. The game's dual mechanics of purification and corruption add strategic depth, complemented by charming visuals and music, making it a delightful experience despite the randomness of dice rolls.
Dredge
Download: Steam
Release Date: October 24, 2023
Developer: Black Salt Games
Embark on a cosmic fishing adventure with Dredge by Black Salt Games. This game blends Lovecraftian horror with fishing simulation as you explore a mysterious archipelago. Manage resources and upgrade your boat during the day, but beware of venturing into dark waters at night, where unknown horrors lurk. Dredge offers a thrilling mix of resource management, exploration, and survival elements.
Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon
Download: Steam
Release Date: December 24, 2023
Developer: Awaken Realms
Step into the dark world of Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon, an Arthurian open-world RPG from Awaken Realms. Set in a corrupted Avalon after King Arthur's death, this game emphasizes exploration, decision-making, and resource management over combat. Navigate a landscape where reality shifts daily, providing a thought-provoking experience in a constantly changing environment.
Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly
Download: Steam
Release Date: April 20, 2023
Developer: Toge Productions
Relax with Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly, a cozy barista simulator by Toge Productions. Set in an alternate Seattle where humans and mythical creatures coexist, you'll manage a late-night café, serve custom beverages, and influence character storylines with your recipe choices. Enjoy soothing lo-fi music and pixel art graphics in this heartwarming interactive narrative.
Pacific Drive
Download: Steam
Release Date: February 22, 2024
Developer: Ironwood Studios
Take an anomalous road trip with Pacific Drive by Ironwood Studios. Transform a vintage station wagon into a rugged vehicle capable of escaping the Olympic Exclusion Zone. Navigate surreal environments filled with bizarre phenomena, gather resources, and upgrade your car. Success hinges on strategic planning and adaptability, not direct confrontation.
Medieval Dynasty
Download: Steam
Release Date: September 22, 2021
Developer: Render Cube
Build your empire in Medieval Dynasty, a kingdom-building simulator by Render Cube. Start as a humble peasant and grow your settlement into a thriving community through hunting, crafting, farming, and diplomacy. Shape your reputation as either a benevolent leader or ruthless ruler in this immersive medieval setting.
When The Past Was Around
Download: Steam
Release Date: September 19, 2020
Developer: Mojiken
Experience the emotional journey of When The Past Was Around, a wordless visual novel by Mojiken Studio. Explore themes of love and loss through watercolor-inspired visuals and an evocative soundtrack. Engage with interactive environmental puzzles and heartfelt moments in this poignant storytelling experience.
Tiny Glade
Download: Steam
Release Date: September 27, 2024
Developer: Pounce Light
Unleash your creativity with Tiny Glade, a stress-free castle-building game by Pounce Light. With no resource constraints or objectives, freely experiment with architectural designs. Intuitive controls allow for easy construction and customization, letting you create unique structures that evolve organically.
Reka
Download: Steam
Release Date: September 10, 2024
Developer: Emberstorm Entertainment
Immerse yourself in Reka, a life simulation inspired by Slavic mythology from Emberstorm Entertainment. As a young witch apprentice, travel the world in your chicken-legged hut, collect ingredients, practice magic, assist villagers, and decorate your living space. This enchanting experience offers a unique blend of folklore and life simulation.
Urban Myth Dissolution Center
Download: Steam
Release Date: February 24, 2025
Developer: Hakababunko
Solve mysteries in Urban Myth Dissolution Center, a paranormal detective story by Hakababunko. As Azami Fukurai, who possesses supernatural vision, you'll investigate mysterious events at a paranormal research center. Gather evidence, formulate hypotheses, and switch between realities using specialized technology in this intriguing visual novel.
shapez 2
Download: Steam
Release Date: August 23, 2024
Developer: tobspr Games
Optimize geometric figure production in shapez 2, a space-themed factory management game by tobspr Games. Focus on cutting, rotating, and coloring shapes while expanding your facilities and connecting platforms via trains. Similar to Factorio but with an emphasis on geometric patterns and logical problem-solving, shapez 2 offers endless optimization possibilities.
These diverse titles highlight the creativity and talent of women-led development teams, offering something for every gaming preference at discounted prices during Steam's Women's Day Sale.