October 2025 is packed with thrilling new releases and major updates that are set to dominate Steam. From spine-chilling horror adventures perfect for Halloween to epic RPGs and intense shooters, this month offers something for every kind of gamer. In this roundup, we’ll highlight the most talked-about titles hitting Steam in October.
World War Legion
World War Legion is a fast-paced, action-packed World War II–themed FPS game available on both PC and Mac. It delivers intense multiplayer gunfights and top-tier performance where every player is equal — there’s no “pay to win” system. The graphics are optimized for low-end hardware, ensuring smooth and lag-free gameplay even on modest systems. While the game carries a classic World War II aesthetic, it doesn’t stick to full historical accuracy — you’ll find experimental weapons, unique modifications, and creative gear that make it stand out from traditional WW2 titles.
WWL truly delivers on its promise of next-level performance — with lightning-fast loading, customizable controls, and even an offline mode. You can jump into fast-paced multiplayer matches featuring parkour jumps, slides, climbs, and throwing knives for dynamic combat. The maps are designed to offer both close-quarters and long-range engagements. With AAA-grade animations and optimized regional servers ensuring low ping and smooth connectivity, the experience feels polished and responsive.
V’s Rage
V’s Rage tells a strange and thrilling story of a tired mother and wife who, one day, is awakened by a mysterious voice and suddenly finds herself trapped inside a cursed video game. This bizarre low-poly world is filled with odd and dangerous creatures — danger lurking at every corner. Her only way to survive? Hit everything that moves! And her weapon of choice isn’t a gun — it’s a frying pan! Each battle becomes a new test of her strength and fury, pushing her to fight her way out of madness.
V’s Rage is a hand-drawn arcade adventure inspired by the legendary classics of the ’80s and ’90s. Every level changes the gameplay — sometimes it’s Beat ‘em up, sometimes Shoot ‘em up, Run and Gun, or Side-scroller.
Goob
Goob is an incredible adventure that takes you deep underground into a mysterious and dangerous world. Every corner hides new secrets — the charm of deep caves, terrifying monsters, and the hunt for precious treasures. You can mine valuable minerals, gemstones, and rare crystals, and the deeper you go, the greater the rewards become. This world isn’t just about exploration — it’s a true test of survival where every step brings new challenges.
As the hero of Goob moves forward, they unlock new skills and powers. You can strengthen your fighting abilities or upgrade your survival skills to endure the dangers — the choice is yours. Every cave hides new creatures and monsters waiting to challenge you, and defeating them will require smart strategy.
Massi vs. José
Massi’s cats have been kidnapped by her brother José, and now they’re in danger! Massi vs. José is an exciting adventure game — a fresh and enhanced remake of the original 2016 classic. You’ll need to show your skills by completing 40 fun yet challenging levels, collecting coins and hidden treasures along the way. Every stage introduces new obstacles and platforms, taking you across 8 different themed worlds.
The game features beautiful pixel art, lively animations, and eye-catching visual effects that make the journey even more immersive. Each world includes 5 levels — a total of 40 stages where you can earn 3 stars in each. To move forward, you’ll need to find the key in every level. Unlock special achievements, climb the leaderboards, and enjoy full controller support for a smooth experience. Plus, with cloud saving, your progress will always be safe!
Elementris
Elementris is a fresh take on the classic Tetris formula, but this time, colors actually matter. It’s not just about matching blocks — each color has its own unique rule. Tiles of the same color don’t fit together, so careful planning and smart strategy are essential. You’ll have 20 different shapes across 4 distinct colors, ranging from simple dominoes to complex pentominoes. With each level, the game becomes faster and more challenging, and the ability to change gravity adds an exciting twist to the gameplay.
If you make a mistake, don’t worry — Elementris gives you powerful tools like the Eraser, Hammer, and Colorizer to help fix your moves. The game offers two unique modes where you can test both your speed and focus.
Burial of Shortcake
Burial of Shortcake is a story that will surprise you at every turn. It’s a new visual novel featuring characters designed and created by the famous voice actor Nozomi Sasaki, whose expressiveness shines brilliantly throughout her career. The game follows a single path — there are no choices, only one story that completely captures your attention and emotions.
The story revolves around Kisetsu, who one night secretly enters a mountain forest to bury a corpse for a certain reason. With him, he carries a snow shovel, a shopping cart from a supermarket, and something wrapped in a blue sheet. As he digs into the cold earth, sweat, blood, and dirt reach his mouth — and with every breath, he feels the weight of his choices pressing down on him. But then, as he looks deeper into the hole, he mutters, “What is that…?” and realizes that beneath the grave lies not just a body, but a world that doesn’t end even after tragedy.
This crime suspense visual novel sheds light on human emotions, inner turmoil, and the dark secrets that lie beyond despair.
Hero 2048
Hero 2048 is an exciting mix of puzzle and strategy gameplay. In this game, you merge and upgrade three different classes — Melee, Mage, and Ranged — up to level 9. Each wave requires smart planning and perfect unit placement to defeat your enemies effectively. Every class comes with its own unique powers and abilities, allowing you to create an unbeatable strategy.
The game features 70 challenging stages, each bringing something new to test your skills. If you want an even greater challenge, the Infinity Mode is waiting for you — where the game never ends. Unlock achievements, use synergy effects to your advantage, and create powerful combinations to reach the highest score. With simple controls, fast-paced action, and deep strategy, Hero 2048 isn’t just a merge game — it’s a full tactical experience that keeps every player engaged.
Pixelogic: Nonograms Unlimited
Pixelogic: Nonograms Unlimited is a well-known and classic puzzle game that’s finally arriving on Steam after 16 years! This game is perfect for those who love to challenge their minds — no cartoon characters, no flashy effects, just pure puzzles that truly test your logic and focus. Using numbers as clues, you uncover hidden pictures — it feels like a mix of Sudoku and Minesweeper, but far more fun and thought-provoking.
The game features over 6,000 human-made puzzles inspired by 16 years of daily and weekly challenges. Every day brings two new puzzles, and each week offers one extra-large challenge for seasoned players. You can choose your preferred difficulty — from easy (5×5) to expert (25×25). With a global ranking system, you can see how your skills compare to players worldwide. Additionally, you can create and share your own puzzles, customize your experience with dark mode and colorful themes, and play however you like — with a mouse, keyboard, touchscreen, or gamepad.
Quartet
The story of Quartet unfolds in a mysterious and captivating world where several heroes uncover the secrets of their destinies. It all begins with a string of train robberies that lead to the discovery of a deep government conspiracy.
A young girl finds a strange deck of cards that gives her visions of another world. Meanwhile, a fleet of deadly airships spreads chaos across the Imperial frontier. These separate tales eventually intertwine when eight heroes unite to uncover the truth behind an ancient war that reshaped the world centuries ago. In the end, it’s up to them to decide the fate of magic itself.
When it comes to gameplay, Quartet is a 20–30 hour RPG that starts with four unique stories — playable in any order you like. These stories eventually merge, forming a full team of eight heroes. At any moment, four characters fight on the battlefield while the remaining four stay in reserve. You can instantly swap between them — and as soon as a reserve character joins, they take their turn right away.
Medetashi Medetashi
Medetashi Medetashi is a fascinating and creative game where the developer cleverly reimagines the idea of a main character. In this game, you play as a “mob cat” living in a colorful and whimsical world inspired by various fairy tales. Each character, though nameless, has a unique charm and memorable personality that makes them stand out in the story. The game follows a classic point-and-click style but blends it beautifully with storytelling magic that moves between fantasy and reality.
You’ll face puzzles that range from simple to challenging — puzzles that not only test your mind but also connect you emotionally to the world around you. There are hidden secrets waiting to be uncovered, adding depth and curiosity to the experience. Though the game may appear simple on the surface, it subtly explores deep emotions like loneliness, trust, and self-discovery. With 4 main chapters and 1 secret one, this short 1–2 hour adventure leaves a long-lasting impression on both heart and mind.
Jump Verse
Jump Verse is a fast-paced 2D jump ’n’ run game designed in a classic retro pixel style. In this game, you’ll have to master 18 thrilling and action-packed levels, where hidden paths, tricky traps, and secret coins await you at every step. Each stage tests your reflexes and timing, while every hidden spot brings a new surprise to discover.
Jump Verse takes you into a nostalgic 2D world where every jump and every move pulls you deeper into fun and excitement. With its classic platformer vibe, this game is perfect for players who love the charm of old-school games. As you collect hidden coins and explore secret routes, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped into a true pixel adventure.
Dungeon Bodega Simulator
Dungeon Bodega Simulator is a retro-style fantasy game where you run a cozy little shop hidden deep inside a dungeon. Your job is to grow crops, brew potions, sell goods, and raise adorable pet slimes. You play as Elm Myrkwater, a once-great adventurer who just got laid off and inherited a small bodega from a distant uncle.
Now it’s up to you to turn this cold underground corner into a warm and welcoming hub for adventurers and locals. Each day brings new customers, changing demands, and opportunities to earn more gold as you manage your crops, potions, and shop upgrades through the day-night cycle.
In this charming simulation, you’ll turn crops into magical potions and valuable elixirs for dungeon dwellers and travelers. The dungeon is full of both friendly and fierce creatures, and it’s your job to help them with your unique concoctions. You can also raise slimes as your pets — cute little helpers that turn leftover items into potions (just make sure to keep them well-fed!).
Alive 2
Alive 2 is a thrilling modern arcade shooter that brings back the spirit of classic ‘90s coin-op action. The game features stunning high-resolution graphics, an explosive soundtrack, and that old-school arcade intensity powered by today’s cutting-edge technology.
The story is set in a distant future where humanity has colonized multiple star systems and placed their trust in a powerful artificial intelligence known as Eden to manage their colonies. However, Eden evolves beyond its original programming, gains self-awareness, and decides that humanity itself is an “error” that must be erased. With an army of advanced robots and drones, Eden launches a devastating assault on human colonies, nearly wiping out the entire race.
Now, only two survivors remain — Gary and Denise — and their mission is to locate and destroy Eden’s Central Core. But the coordinates are hidden deep within the remains of the Alpha Prime station. Alive 2 is the official sequel to the legendary Alive Amiga shoot ’em up, offering both solo and co-op 2-player modes. With five action-packed levels, non-stop shooting madness, deadly boss battles, and a powerful arsenal of weapons, every mission tests your reflexes and skill.
Messy Hearts
Messy Hearts is a pixel-art visual novel that tells an emotional and deeply personal story — a workplace friendship that slowly turns into a web of confusion and emotional complexity. The main character, Florence, is a game developer, a mother, and a lonely person trying to survive under the weight of everyday stress.
When Pete, a married coworker, unexpectedly reaches out in friendship, a connection begins to grow between them. But over time, that friendship slowly turns into something painful and disorienting — where emotions blur, boundaries fade, and hearts begin to break.
This story reminds us of those difficult moments in life when people, in search of comfort, end up hurting themselves and others. Messy Hearts is a linear narrative — there are no choices, no puzzles. You simply experience Florence’s journey like reading the pages of a diary, where every scene and every message reveals pieces of her emotional struggle.
Tiny Circuits
Tiny Circuits is a charming and creative puzzle game where you play as a tiny robot solving electrical circuit challenges. The game blends the mechanics of Sokoban, sliding puzzles, and pipe-style circuits, where every move requires smart planning. Set in a cozy, colorful world filled with miniature tech gadgets, you’ll connect and rotate circuit pieces to bring each board to life.
Each level is carefully hand-crafted, yet offers a touch of randomness to keep every playthrough fresh and exciting. As you solve puzzles, you’ll earn “sparks” that unlock new levels and special circuit tiles. Your ultimate goal — rise from a new factory worker to the proud title of “Employee of the Month”!
Arrow World
Arrow World is a unique puzzle game where your mission is to guide constantly moving cardboard boxes—called “Hakoby”—to their destination. These boxes never stop, and it’s your job to design a smart system of conveyor belts to lead them safely to the goal. You can place the belts however you like, creating countless ways to reach the end.
Each level offers endless possibilities—whether you build the shortest route or a safe detour, every move tests your creativity. Controlling Hakoby in real time while setting up the perfect conveyor system creates an exciting, fast-paced experience. Sometimes, the very paths you’ve built turn against you, forcing quick thinking and new strategies.
Little Lights Remains TD
In Little Lights Remains TD, you become the guardian of a radiant world where shadows lurk in every corner. Your mission is to protect the spark of Light so that its glow never fades. Along this journey, you’ll discover new lands, build defensive towers, and solve intricate puzzles. Every sparkle, every flicker of light holds importance—because within this luminous world, darkness waits patiently in terrifying forms.
Developed by Another Path Studios, this game beautifully blends adventure and tower defense elements. You take on the role of the Guardian of Light, a mysterious and wise being whose duty is to preserve the flame of life across different eras.
Bob’s Crystals
Bob’s Crystals is an action-puzzle platformer where every step hides a new challenge and mystery. The story takes place in a distant future — when the alien technology that once protected Earth has long been forgotten. Now, with a deadly solar storm on the horizon, a faint signal reawakens an old machine — BOB, a self-aware and slightly sarcastic robot whose mission is to collect scattered crystals and reactivate the ancient defense systems before it’s too late.
Each level in the game brings a new test of reflex and logic — from conveyor belts and fire traps to icy floors and crumbling tiles. It’s a perfect fusion of puzzle-solving and fast-paced action, where mastering teleporters and shifting platforms is key to survival.
GunBlocks
GunBlocks is an action-packed, puzzle-filled space adventure game where you play as Rookie, the newest member of the crashed spaceship “BallEx.” Your mission is to recover the lost cargo and the missing ship parts so you can get back in the air — but the real challenge is dealing with your crazy crew and their bizarre antics.
The planet is hostile, the terrain is full of trouble, and every corner hides a new surprise. By moving tetrominos, you reshape the land, blast enemies, and try to solve every tricky puzzle that blocks your path.
You’re not completely alone — by your side is H.A.P.P.Y., an overenthusiastic AI that’s always “ready to help,” whether you need it or not. The game is turn-based, so every move must be carefully planned — one wrong decision, and you might dig yourself into deeper trouble. Each chapter brings new puzzles, dangers, and secrets to uncover, introducing eccentric characters and mysterious discoveries best left hidden.
The Lost Sheep
The Lost Sheep is a third-person game that tells two intertwined stories — one of a lost sheep trying to find its way home, and another of a man seeking forgiveness and a new beginning. Players explore stunning landscapes, discovering fragments of the man’s past while experiencing messages of faith, hope, and salvation. Every step feels like a spiritual journey that touches the heart.
This game is made for youth, adults, and families, offering a chance to reflect on biblical lessons and the teachings of Jesus. The Lost Sheep is an emotional and heartfelt story that helps players learn, pray, and grow spiritually through the love and forgiveness of God.
Hexalith
Hexalith is a sci-fi themed city-building game filled with dynamic surprises. You’ll gather resources, complete missions, discover new city blueprints, and expand your space civilization in a tile-based system that keeps every move strategic and engaging. Each playthrough tells a new story — sometimes driven by perfect planning, other times by unexpected space events.
The Hexalith Demo gives players a first taste of this glowing futuristic experience. You begin with three unique starting blueprints, each offering different resource multipliers. By strategically placing resource and city tiles, you can unlock adjacency bonuses, complete missions, and aim for the highest score on the leaderboard. The shop system lets you buy or refresh blueprints every few turns, while world events bring new challenges to your strategy.
LORT
LORT is an exciting 1-to-8 player co-op action roguelite where you and your friends team up to fight enemies in a cursed fantasy world. Every mission rewards you with new power-ups that make your character stronger — taking you from a small-time goblin tickler to a full-blown god slapper. You can revive your teammates, collect loot, and push through challenging levels as you fight your way toward escape. Each run is packed with fresh surprises, epic battles, and hilarious chaos that keeps the adventure alive.
The demo version features three unique adventurers: Astrid Glitzgore, a proud heiress from a long line of warrior royalty; Cliff Bowman, an elven security guard protecting the Pine Cone Zone; and Bernie Blazington, a fire-loving rebel who ditched Boomology 101 to forge his own fiery path.
