Toxtli & The Moon Jar - A nostalgic "Tumblepop" style of arcade game!

A stage by stage progression, vacuum mechanic where you can suck in enemies, then spit them out as a projectiles to kill others, and power ups, this is an arcade game from 1991 - Tumblepop! But instead of a vacuum, you're given a magic jar, and the levels are randomized.

The game is divided into levels, which you can select on the world map. Each level contains several stages and a boss fight. If you lose all your lives, you have to restart the entire level again. Personally, I played up to the level 2 boss. Since the enemies and stages are randomized, you might encounter a very difficult setup even early on, which made this demo quite hard. I hope this will be adjusted in the full game, because when the game throws some "hard-to-deal" enemies into the same stage, it can become frustrating.

My gameplay


Toxtli & The Moon Jar on Steam
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3538340/Toxtli__The_Moon_Jar/

Adrenaline Overdrive - A Retro-style FPS wrapped in a Dark Story

Adrenaline Overdrive is a fast-paced retro-style FPS action game that kind of reminds me of Quake. Instead of always with a gun in your hands, you have to keep killing enemies and take their weapons throughout the game. If you don’t have any gun, you’ll have to rely on your fists to fight.

"KEY FEATURES:

• MASTER SUPERNATURAL MOVEMENT
Run, jump, and slide as you tear through urban battlegrounds. Your enhanced abilities make you unstoppable - if you can stay alive long enough to use them.

• EXPLORE A FRACTURED CITY
From neon-lit corporate towers to abandoned subway tunnels, every corner of this alternate Brooklyn tells a story of war, corruption, and resistance."

The demo includes six playable levels (including the tutorial), each lasting around 3-4 minutes. It features two types of enemies: one with a gun, and another with melee attacks and a lot of HP. The game also includes some light platforming challenges, if you miss a jump you’ll fall back to the beginning.

Full Demo Gameplay


Adrenaline Overdrive on Steam
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3339570/Adrenaline_Overdrive/

BioMenace Remastered - OG Run and Gun Platformer from 1993 Returns!

BioMenace Remastered is an officially authorized licensed remake of the classic run and gun platformer in 1993, which also including updated visuals, modern features, and new content.

"Fight your way through a city ravaged by dangerous mutants, rescue hostages, find secrets and rack up points. Locate the secret lab behind this attack and prevent Dr. Mangle from taking over the world!"

Beyond the classic run-and-gun action, the game features light puzzle elements, like exploring different areas and finding key items to progress. You'll have access to multiple weapons and grenades, each suited for dealing with different enemy types more effectively.  The demo includes 4 levels and offers around 30 minutes of gameplay.

The full game is currently scheduled for release in Q4 2025.

Full Demo gameplay


BioMenace Remastered on Steam with demo
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3459100/BioMenace_Remastered/

SANGRA - Back to OG survival horror but with a modern gameplay style

Limited inventory, scarce ammo, finding keys, and puzzle solving - a classic survival horror experience with a modern over-the-shoulder perspective. SANGRA brings the timeless formula into the present without losing the essence of true survival horror.

The game is currently planned for release in 2026. The first demo includes a handgun, herbs, some combinable items, and a shotgun, though the shotgun can only be held and cannot used. As for enemies, there appears to be only one type, a glitchy zombie-like creature (I wonder if it's a place holder?) that likely represents the most common monster in the full game.

SANGRA demo is available on Steam
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3510530/SANGRA/

Mourning Tide - A Fishing Horror Game with unimaginable 'fishes'

Mourning Tide is a first person PSX style fishing game but combined with horror elements, developed by a small Czech team - Liquid Squid.

The game is about a guilt-ridden fisherman sails into forbidden waters. With each catch, echoes of his past rise to the surface. Unravel the truth, seek redemption’s light - or be claimed by the Mourning Tide.

The demo begins on a boat, at sea without any sign of shore or island. You head out and cast your fishing rod to begin fishing. Each type of fish has its own unique movement pattern, you’ll need to read their behavior and time your pulls to catch them. The fishing mechanics grow increasingly challenging, rewarding skill and adapting as you progress. Every fish demands a different strategy, pushing you to refine your approach.

Towards the end, it also introduces fish that pose a real challenge, new players may need several attempts to beat it. It ends with a “boss” encounter, where you catch the final fish and trigger a cutscene.

Personally, I'm exciting to see what kinds of monstrous creatures the developer might put into the sea in for the full release.

Demo Gameplay here


Mourning Tide on Steam
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2799050/Mourning_Tide/

Who's at the Door - a scary "spot the anomaly" game based in a small house

Free-roaming “spot the anomaly” games have been gaining popularity recently. In these games, you need to carefully confirm whether you’ve truly encountered an anomaly before deciding how to act — making the wrong call can set back your progress. Who's at the Door really stands out to me, with its strange-looking characters, dark backstory for the protagonist, and unexpected creepy events that make it even scarier.

In the demo, you explore the house and check for any anomalous activity before making a decision to proceed. A wrong decision could get you jumpscared and send you back to Day 1. Survive until Day 9 to reach the ending.

The full game is planned for release in July 2025, and the demo is now available on Steam. Check out the link below to experience the horror for yourself.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3690010/Whos_at_the_door/

Full demo gameplay + jumpscare compilation

Absolum - Roguelite beat 'em up with dynamic Power-up abilities

Absolum is a roguelite beat 'em up game developed by Dotemu, Guard Crush (they also developed Street of Rage 4), and Supamonks, bringing a new experience to the genre. The game offers both solo and co-op play (local or online), allow players to combine elemental powers and execute chained combos.

The demo features multiple boss fights across branching paths, offering over an hour of exploration to uncover all alternatives. It's quite challenging due to limited healing and the adventure's length, you'll need to play carefully to avoid trouble in boss fights. If you fall, you'll respawn at Uchawi's Hearth. Here, you can train, swap heroes, and upgrade your skills, but you'll be starting your adventure from the beginning.

Random power-ups are acquired throughout your run, meaning luck plays a significant role; finding abilities that align with your chosen path can significantly ease your journey.

45 minutes gameplay of the demo


Check out Absolum on Steam here
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1904480/Absolum/