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

In celebration of International Women's Day, Steam has kicked off its annual Women's Day Sale, spotlighting games crafted by women-led development teams. This year's sale, running until March 9th, boasts a diverse array of titles from chilling horror to serene visual novels, all at enticing discounts. Here are some must-have games to enrich your gaming collection.

Table of Contents

• 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

Immerse yourself in the retro-futuristic horror of Signalis, crafted by rose-engine. This game blends an isometric perspective with a nostalgic '90s aesthetic, putting you in the shoes of android Elster on a quest to find her partner on a crashed spaceship. With its limited inventory system, Signalis evokes the classic survival horror vibes of Resident Evil and Silent Hill, enhanced by retro-anime visuals and a gripping narrative.

Astrea: Six-Sided Oracles

Download: Steam
Release Date: September 21, 2023
Developer: Little Leo Games

Little Leo Games introduces Astrea: Six-Sided Oracles, a fresh twist on the roguelike genre that uses six-sided dice instead of cards. 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 enhance the gameplay experience despite the dice's inherent randomness.

Dredge

Download: Steam
Release Date: October 24, 2023
Developer: Black Salt Games

Dredge by Black Salt Games is a unique blend of Lovecraftian horror and fishing simulation. Explore a mysterious archipelago, manage your resources, and upgrade your boat during the day. But beware the dangers lurking in the dark waters after sunset. This game offers a compelling mix of resource management, exploration, and survival elements.

Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon

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Release Date: December 24, 2023
Developer: Awaken Realms

Questline's Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon reimagines Arthurian legends in a dark, open-world setting post-King Arthur's demise. Navigate a distorted 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 world.

Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly

Download: Steam
Release Date: April 20, 2023
Developer: Toge Productions

Toge Productions brings back the beloved Coffee Talk series with Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly, set in an alternate Seattle where humans and mythical creatures mingle. Run a cozy late-night café, craft custom drinks, and influence the lives of your patrons with your recipe choices. Relax to soothing lo-fi tunes and enjoy the game's pixel art in this engaging narrative experience.

Pacific Drive

Download: Steam
Release Date: February 22, 2024
Developer: Ironwood Studios

Embark on an anomalous road trip with Pacific Drive from Ironwood Studios. Transform a vintage station wagon into a rugged vehicle to escape the Olympic Exclusion Zone. Navigate through surreal landscapes filled with bizarre phenomena, gather resources, and upgrade your car. Success hinges on strategic planning and adaptability rather than direct confrontation.

Medieval Dynasty

Download: Steam
Release Date: September 22, 2021
Developer: Render Cube

Medieval Dynasty by Render Cube merges city-building, survival, and RPG elements in a medieval setting. Begin as a humble peasant and grow your settlement into a thriving community. Engage in hunting, crafting, farming, and diplomacy, shaping your reputation as either a benevolent leader or a ruthless ruler.

When The Past Was Around

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Release Date: September 19, 2020
Developer: Mojiken

Experience the emotional journey of When The Past Was Around by Mojiken Studio, a wordless exploration of love and loss. The game's watercolor-inspired visuals and evocative soundtrack create an immersive atmosphere. Engage with poignant storytelling through interactive environmental puzzles and heartfelt moments.

Tiny Glade

Download: Steam
Release Date: September 27, 2024
Developer: Pounce Light

Tiny Glade by Pounce Light offers a stress-free creative outlet for building whimsical castles and towers. With no constraints or objectives, freely experiment with architectural designs. The intuitive controls make construction and customization easy, allowing your structures to evolve organically.

Reka

Download: Steam
Release Date: September 10, 2024
Developer: Emberstorm Entertainment

Dive into the enchanting world of Reka by Emberstorm Entertainment, a life simulation inspired by Slavic mythology. As a young witch apprentice, explore the world in your chicken-legged hut, gather ingredients, practice magic, help villagers, and decorate your living space after completing an unusual initiation ritual.

Urban Myth Dissolution Center

Download: Steam
Release Date: February 24, 2025
Developer: Hakababunko

Hakababunko's Urban Myth Dissolution Center blends visual novel storytelling with detective gameplay. As protagonist Azami Fukurai with supernatural vision, delve into mysterious events at a paranormal research center. Investigate, gather evidence, formulate hypotheses, and navigate between realities with specialized technology.

shapez 2

Download: Steam
Release Date: August 23, 2024
Developer: tobspr Games

shapez 2 by tobspr Games challenges you to automate the production of geometric figures in a space-themed factory. Focus on optimizing processes like cutting, rotating, and coloring shapes while expanding your facilities and connecting platforms via trains. Similar to Factorio, but with an emphasis on geometric patterns and logical problem-solving, this game offers endless optimization possibilities.

These featured titles highlight the creativity and skill of women-led development teams, providing a range of gaming experiences at discounted prices during Steam's Women's Day Sale. Don't miss out on adding these gems to your library before the sale ends on March 9th.