In celebration of International Women's Day, Steam has launched its annual Women's Day Sale, highlighting games crafted by teams led by women. This year's sale, ending on March 9th, showcases a wide array of genres from eerie horror to touching visual novels, all at significant discounts. Here are some standout titles you shouldn't miss out on adding 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 0 0 Comment on this Signalis
Download: SteamRelease Date: October 27, 2022Developer: rose-engine
Signalis is a retro-futuristic horror game developed by rose-engine, captivating players with its isometric perspective and nostalgic 90s aesthetic. As android Elster, you embark on a quest to find your partner amidst the wreckage of a crashed spaceship. With its limited inventory system, this survival horror game pays homage to classics like Resident Evil and Silent Hill, while also featuring unique retro-anime visuals and a gripping storyline.
Astrea: Six-Sided Oracles
Download: SteamRelease Date: September 21, 2023Developer: Little Leo Games
Astrea: Six-Sided Oracles, crafted by Little Leo Games, offers a fresh twist on the roguelike genre by replacing traditional cards with six-sided dice. Players select from six oracle characters to undertake a mission to save a star system. The game's dual mechanics of purification and corruption introduce strategic layers, complemented by its charming visuals and music, making it a delightful experience despite the dice's inherent unpredictability.
Dredge
Download: SteamRelease Date: October 24, 2023Developer: Black Salt Games
Dredge from Black Salt Games merges the thrill of Lovecraftian horror with the tranquility of fishing simulation. Navigate a mysterious archipelago, managing resources and upgrading your boat by day. But beware the dark waters after sunset, where unknown horrors lurk. This game masterfully blends resource management, exploration, and survival into a captivating experience.
Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon
Download: SteamRelease Date: December 24, 2023Developer: Awaken Realms
Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon by Awaken Realms offers a dark twist on Arthurian legends, set in an open-world post-King Arthur's death. Players explore a distorted Avalon, where reality shifts daily. Focusing on exploration, decision-making, and resource management rather than combat, this RPG presents a thought-provoking journey through a constantly changing landscape.
Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly
Download: SteamRelease Date: April 20, 2023Developer: Toge Productions
Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly by Toge Productions brings players back to an alternate Seattle, where humans and mythical beings mingle. Run a cozy late-night café, crafting custom drinks that influence character storylines. With soothing lo-fi music and pixel art, this interactive narrative offers a relaxing escape.
Pacific Drive
Download: SteamRelease Date: February 22, 2024Developer: Ironwood Studios
Pacific Drive by Ironwood Studios challenges players to survive an anomalous road trip in the Olympic Exclusion Zone. Transform a vintage station wagon into a survival-ready vehicle, navigating surreal environments and gathering resources. The game emphasizes strategic planning and adaptability, making it a thrilling survival experience.
Medieval Dynasty
Download: SteamRelease Date: September 22, 2021Developer: Render Cube
Medieval Dynasty from Render Cube melds city-building, survival, and RPG elements in a medieval setting. Begin as a simple peasant and evolve your settlement into a thriving dynasty. Engage in hunting, crafting, farming, and diplomacy, shaping your legacy as either a benevolent or ruthless leader.
When The Past Was Around
Download: SteamRelease Date: September 19, 2020Developer: Mojiken
When The Past Was Around by Mojiken Studio is an emotional visual novel that explores themes of love and loss through wordless storytelling. Its watercolor-inspired visuals and evocative soundtrack create a deeply immersive atmosphere, guiding players through interactive puzzles and heartfelt moments.
Tiny Glade
Download: SteamRelease Date: September 27, 2024Developer: Mojiken
Tiny Glade by Pounce Light offers a serene creative experience, allowing players to build whimsical castles and towers without any constraints. Its intuitive controls facilitate easy construction and customization, encouraging the organic evolution of unique structures.
Reka
Download: SteamRelease Date: September 10, 2024Developer: Emberstorm Entertainment
Reka from Emberstorm Entertainment immerses players in a life simulation inspired by Slavic folklore. As a witch apprentice, explore the world in a chicken-legged hut, collect ingredients, practice magic, and help villagers, all while personalizing your living space in this enchanting adventure.
Urban Myth Dissolution Center
Download: SteamRelease Date: February 24, 2025Developer: Hakababunko
Urban Myth Dissolution Center by Hakababunko blends visual novel and detective gameplay. As Azami Fukurai with supernatural vision, delve into mysterious events at a paranormal research center. Investigate, gather evidence, and use specialized technology to switch between realities, solving intriguing cases.
shapez 2
Download: SteamRelease Date: August 23, 2024Developer: tobspr Games
shapez 2 by tobspr Games challenges players to automate geometric figure production in a space-themed factory setting. Focus on optimizing cutting, rotating, and coloring processes, expanding facilities, and connecting platforms with trains. This game, reminiscent of Factorio, offers endless opportunities for logical problem-solving and geometric optimization.
These diverse titles highlight the ingenuity and talent of women-led development teams, providing a rich selection of games at discounted prices during Steam's Women's Day Sale.