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

by Sophia Apr 11,2025

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In celebration of International Women's Day, Steam is hosting its annual Women's Day Sale, featuring deep discounts on games developed by teams led by women. This year's sale, running until March 9th, showcases a wide array of genres, from atmospheric horror to heartwarming visual novels and games with innovative mechanics. Here are some standout titles you should consider adding to your library:

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

Signalis, developed by rose-engine, is a retro-futuristic horror game that blends an isometric perspective with a nostalgic 90s aesthetic. Players take on the role of android Elster, searching for her partner aboard a crashed spaceship. With limited inventory management, this survival horror game draws inspiration from classics like Resident Evil and Silent Hill, while incorporating retro-anime visuals and a compelling narrative.

Astrea: Six-Sided Oracles

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

Astrea, from Little Leo Games, offers a unique twist on the card-based roguelike genre by using 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 mechanic of purification and corruption adds strategic depth, while its charming visuals and music enhance the experience, despite the randomness introduced by dice rolls.

Dredge

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

Dredge by Black Salt Games combines Lovecraftian horror with a fishing simulation. Players explore a mysterious archipelago, manage resources, and upgrade their boat during daylight hours. However, they must avoid venturing into dark waters after sunset, where unknown horrors lurk. This game offers a satisfying blend 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

Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon, developed by Awaken Realms, reimagines Arthurian legends in a dark, open-world setting following King Arthur's death. Players navigate a corrupted Avalon where reality distorts daily. The game emphasizes exploration, decision-making, and resource management over combat, providing a thought-provoking experience set against a constantly changing landscape.

Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly

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

Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly, by Toge Productions, continues the beloved series in an alternate Seattle where humans coexist with mythical creatures. Players manage a cozy late-night café, serving custom beverages and influencing character storylines through their 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

Pacific Drive from Ironwood Studios challenges players to transform a vintage station wagon into a rugged vehicle capable of escaping the Olympic Exclusion Zone. Navigate surreal environments filled with bizarre phenomena by gathering resources and upgrading 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 combines city-building, survival, and RPG mechanics in a medieval setting. Start as a humble peasant and grow your settlement from a simple hut into a thriving community. Engage in hunting, crafting, farming, and diplomacy while shaping your reputation as either a benevolent leader or a ruthless ruler.

When The Past Was Around

Download: Steam
Release Date: September 19, 2020
Developer: Mojiken

When The Past Was Around, crafted by Mojiken Studio, is an emotional visual novel that explores themes of love and loss. Its watercolor-inspired visuals and evocative soundtrack create an immersive atmosphere without dialogue. Experience poignant storytelling through interactive environmental puzzles and heartfelt moments.

Tiny Glade

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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 resource constraints or objectives, players can freely experiment with architectural designs. Intuitive controls allow for easy construction and customization, resulting in unique structures that evolve organically.

Reka

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

Reka, brought to life by Emberstorm Entertainment, is a life simulation inspired by Slavic mythology. As a young witch apprentice, travel across the world in your own chicken-legged hut (after completing an unusual initiation ritual). Collect ingredients, practice magic, assist villagers, and decorate your living space in this enchanting experience.

Urban Myth Dissolution Center

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Release Date: February 24, 2025
Developer: Hakababunko

Urban Myth Dissolution Center, developed by Hakababunko, combines visual novel elements with detective gameplay. Protagonist Azami Fukurai, with her supernatural vision, becomes entangled in mysterious events at a paranormal research center. Investigate locations, gather evidence, formulate hypotheses, and switch between realities using specialized technology.

shapez 2

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

shapez 2 by tobspr Games challenges players to automate geometric figure production in a space-themed factory. Focus on optimizing processes such as cutting, rotating, and coloring shapes while expanding facilities and connecting platforms via trains. Similar to Factorio but emphasizing geometric patterns and logical problem-solving, this game offers endless optimization possibilities.

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