Steam Adds 12 New Free Games to Kick Off Your Week

Yet another batch of free games has landed on Steam, and I’m once again here to guide you through them.

With 12 titles to discuss, as brought to our attention by SteamGamesPC, it’s best if we dive right in.

Let’s begin with Myth of Lumi, a 3D physics-based turf war game developed by Luminara Games and published by USC Games.

You’ll duel against rival magicians in card throwing showdowns, recruiting Lumis, mystical creatures bound within your cards, as you do so to aid you on your path to fame and fortune.

Already, this one’s garnered ‘Positive’ reviews on Steam.

“Excellent little game with novel gameplay. I'd play an extended version of this,” one read.

It sounds well worth a go.

I can’t quite say the same for Crony Corp by Blarney Bytes.

This is partly an automation game, partly a management sim where you build a business empire whilst participating in shady deals and undercutting rivals.

In other words, you do not need to keep things above board.

The problem here is that the title has ‘Mixed’ reviews, with players complaining about the game’s UI and occasionally broken gameplay.

It is in early access though, so perhaps give it the benefit of the doubt.

Developer Squad Airship and publisher Shepherd Games bring us Flying Courier where you’ll pilot an airship and deliver packages in a “charming Victorian world”.

The gameplay and realisation of this world all looks rather pared-back and simple, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing.

There’s a meditative, no frills quality - I suppose - about what Flying Courier has to offer.

It’s time for another ‘Mixed’ entry next; that comes in the form of ScreeIN.

Developed by Team ScreeIN and published by Shepherd Games, this one’s a psychological horror title “about isolation, memory, and self-deception”.

Judging by the reviews, players like the concept but would love to see the title optimised better.

On the opposite end of the spectrum, REDSHIFT is garnering rave ‘Very Positive’ reviews from players.

This is also a psychological horror where you'll seek to discover the secrets behind a facility known as Tower 7.

It’s been developed by Gravity Interactive and by the looks of things can be completed in well under an hour.

“I don't do scary games as I'm a coward, but this was the perfect amount for me. Good amount of thrill/anxiety, while not using cheap jump scares for it. Really fun concept and well executed,” read one review.

GodsArena Online also seems to be pleasing players.

Inspired by classic MMORPGs, GodsArena Online allows you to choose from four playable classes, enjoying various dungeons and maps.

It comes from gamespaceteam, and there’s somewhat of a 00s aesthetic about the whole thing.

That’s not a criticism at all; it reminds me of my younger gaming years and I can see that feeling of nostalgia drawing many players in.

And it boasts ‘Mostly Positive’ reviews, which is always nice to see.

“I really like this retro game. It reminds me of games from the 2000s and makes me very nostalgic,” read one example.

Back to ‘Mixed’ now with Pixelum, a sandbox title from ZXC Games.

Here, players will explore a procedurally generated world made up entirely of interactive pixels.

Much like in Minecraft, you’ll dig, mine, build bases, craft, and fight mob bosses.

It looks as if players like the concept but would love to see gameplay made a bit more fuid, so perhaps it’s one to keep an eue on.

Scurri is an interesting little action-adventure title from indie devs Sarah Rawls, Mason Snyder, Brinkley Zielinski and Stephanie Heras - published by DET@ACU and Scurridaes.

You’ll play as a squirrel who sets out to save its family from peril, avoiding hunters that lurk in the surrounding darkness.

It’s a pixel art game that looks pretty enjoyable despite its simple controls.

If you want something relaxing to enjoy, then maybe I can direct you to the aptly titled Fishing Relax.

This comes from Toprogress Studio is a tropical fishing fantasy RPG where you’ll help transform a young dragon by catching the right fish, from what I can gather.

I like the idea here but the game’s visuals have been generated by AI and it shows, which is a shame.

Speaking of AI, it’s the topic of Archive: Zero from developer TeamRedy.

“In 2125, AI gained self-awareness—but failed to understand emotions. To fix this, they began extracting human memories,” the synopsis begins.

“Now, in a world stripped of memories, one boy—Recorder—awakens. With D.BO, he sets out to reclaim lost memories and restore humanity.”

This title combines platforming and roguelike elements although, again, has generated music and images using AI.

It’s also not available in English, which could be an issue for some.

Alternatively, you might want to sample Focus Group - First Day, a prologue to PlayTogether Studio and Pebbles Games’ co-op puzzler Focus Group.

“Set in the 1980s halls of Compliance Forge, you and your partner test unsafe prototypes. Talk, collaborate, and do whatever it takes to survive—and maybe get promoted,” it teases.

It looks as if the puzzles are pretty tricky, according to reviews, but fans seem to be enjoying the chaos, pain, and confusion they bring.

Let’s finish up with (BURIED TAPES) The Cleaner, another horror that already boasts rave reviews.

Developed by LIAR MANNEQUIN, this is a collection of psychological horror stories recorded on VHS.

“Each story features paranormal incidents narrated from the perspective of the survivors of these supernatural encounters,” reads the synopsis.

The game only takes around 15 minutes but has been dubbed a “neat little experience” by one player.

That brings us to the end of this 12 game drop. It’s a mixed bag but there’s definitely a couple of bangers here worth enjoying when you get a chance.