Steam Women's Day Sale 2025: Top Picks from Women-Led Studios

In celebration of International Women's Day, Steam has launched its annual Women's Day Sale, spotlighting games developed by teams led by women. This year's sale, running until March 9th, features a diverse range of genres from atmospheric horror to heartwarming visual novels, showcasing innovative gameplay and creative storytelling.

Table of Content

• 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

Signalis

Download: Steam
Release Date: October 27, 2022
Developer: rose-engine
Genre: Retro-Futuristic Horror
Description: Developed by rose-engine, Signalis immerses players in a nostalgic 90s aesthetic with an isometric perspective. As android Elster, you search for your lost partner on a crashed spaceship. With limited inventory management, this survival horror game draws inspiration from classics like Resident Evil and Silent Hill, enriched with retro-anime visuals and a gripping narrative.

Astrea: Six-Sided Oracles

Download: Steam
Release Date: September 21, 2023
Developer: Little Leo Games
Genre: Dice-Based Roguelike
Description: Little Leo Games introduces Astrea, a fresh twist on card-based roguelikes, utilizing six-sided dice. Choose from six oracle characters and embark 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 that elevate the experience despite the randomness of dice rolls.

Dredge

Download: Steam
Release Date: October 24, 2023
Developer: Black Salt Games
Genre: Cosmic Fishing Adventure
Description: Dredge by Black Salt Games merges Lovecraftian horror with fishing simulation. Explore a mysterious archipelago, manage resources, and upgrade your boat during daylight. Steer clear of the dark waters at night where unknown horrors lurk. The game offers a compelling mix of resource management, exploration, and survival.

Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon

Download: Steam
Release Date: December 24, 2023
Developer: Awaken Realms
Genre: Arthurian Open World RPG
Description: Tainted Grail reimagines Arthurian legends in a dark, open-world setting post-King Arthur's death. Navigate a corrupted Avalon where reality shifts daily. This RPG emphasizes exploration, decision-making, and resource management over combat, offering a thought-provoking experience in a constantly changing landscape.

Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly

Download: Steam
Release Date: April 20, 2023
Developer: Toge Productions
Genre: Cozy Barista Simulator
Description: Toge Productions continues their cozy series with Coffee Talk Episode 2, set in an alternate Seattle where mythical creatures coexist with humans. Run a late-night café, craft custom beverages, and influence character storylines through your recipe choices. Enjoy soothing lo-fi music and pixel art graphics in this relaxing interactive narrative.

Pacific Drive

Download: Steam
Release Date: February 22, 2024
Developer: Ironwood Studios
Genre: Anomalous Road Trip Survival
Description: In Pacific Drive by Ironwood Studios, transform a vintage station wagon into a survival vehicle to escape 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
Genre: Kingdom Building Simulator
Description: Medieval Dynasty by Render Cube combines city-building, survival, and RPG elements in a medieval setting. Start as a peasant and grow your settlement into a thriving community. Engage in hunting, crafting, farming, and diplomacy, shaping your reputation as either a benevolent or ruthless leader.

When The Past Was Around

Download: Steam
Release Date: September 19, 2020
Developer: Mojiken
Genre: Emotional Visual Novel
Description: Mojiken Studio's When The Past Was Around is a wordless emotional journey exploring love and loss. Its watercolor-inspired visuals and evocative soundtrack create an immersive atmosphere. Experience poignant storytelling through interactive environmental puzzles and heartfelt moments.

Tiny Glade

Download: Steam
Release Date: September 27, 2024
Developer: Pounce Light
Genre: Creative Castle Builder
Description: Tiny Glade by Pounce Light offers a stress-free creative outlet for building whimsical castles and towers. With no resource constraints or objectives, freely experiment with architectural designs. Intuitive controls facilitate easy construction and customization, allowing unique structures to evolve organically.

Reka

Download: Steam
Release Date: September 10, 2024
Developer: Emberstorm Entertainment
Genre: Slavic Folklore Life Simulator
Description: Reka by Emberstorm Entertainment is a life simulation inspired by Slavic mythology. As a young witch apprentice, travel in your chicken-legged hut, collect ingredients, practice magic, assist villagers, and decorate your living space in this enchanting experience.

Urban Myth Dissolution Center

Download: Steam
Release Date: February 24, 2025
Developer: Hakababunko
Genre: Paranormal Detective Story
Description: Hakababunko's Urban Myth Dissolution Center blends visual novel elements with detective gameplay. As Azami Fukurai with supernatural vision, investigate mysterious events at a paranormal research center. Gather evidence, formulate hypotheses, and switch between realities using specialized technology.

shapez 2

Download: Steam
Release Date: August 23, 2024
Developer: tobspr Games
Genre: Geometric Factory Management
Description: shapez 2 by tobspr Games challenges players to automate geometric figure production in a space-themed factory. Optimize processes like cutting, rotating, and coloring shapes while expanding facilities and connecting platforms via trains. Similar to Factorio but focused on geometric patterns and logical problem-solving, this game offers endless optimization possibilities.

These diverse selections highlight the creativity and talent of women-led development teams, offering something for every gaming preference at reduced prices during Steam's Women's Day Sale.