Steam Free Soulslike Game Will Scratch That Bloodborne Itch This Weekend

For fans looking to explore a dark, terrifying world with intense combat, Vapor World: Over the Mind has dropped its first free demo, giving players a chance to test out the extreme combat and demanding world exploration.

Vapor World offers a strange, warped world similar to what Bloodborne fans have taken on. The 2D side-scroller’s artstyle mixes sharp lighting contrast with a greyscale world. This combination delivers a terrifying and bleak world.

Currently, Vapor World is expected to release during the second quarter of 2026. The release will be early access, with a full game launch at a later date.

However, those who have been entranced by the dark world and atmospheric combat can try it today for free.

Vapor World Demo & Early Access Playtest Available Now

Currently, Vapor World: Over the Mind is offering a free-to-play demo on Steam. In addition to the demo, players can also sign up to take part in a playtest that is currently ongoing.

This will give those interested in the game a chance to test out the early access game build and challenge themselves with the stealth-meets-strategy combat system.

Vapor World combat system

Vapor World differs from other soulslike games due to its inclusion of a critical stealth element. Players will have to use their surroundings to avoid detection as they work through the dark, dangerous locations that make up the story.

Additionally, like in Hades and other Souslike titles, you will need to find items and expand abilities that are called “projections.”

These skills are the key to succeeding in combat, allowing players to build powerful combos that deal serious damage to enemies. Players will also have to pay close attention to the world they are navigating, as it may not be what it seems due to the way backgrounds and lighting blend.

If you are on the hunt for something like Bloodborne and want a game to keep track of as it expands in early access, Vapor World could be the perfect fit. The fact that it is currently free to try definitely doesn’t hurt anything for those who are curious.