From iconic game series to insider tips: This week’s most exciting Steam releases range from stealth masterpieces to idyllic farming games.
August ends with a bang, as several highly anticipated games celebrate their release on Steam this week. From the return of a stealth classic to hard-hitting shooter action and cute farming adventures, there’s plenty of variety on offer once again.
As we do every Monday, we present the most exciting new Steam releases of the week – and this time we start with the remake of an absolute cult game.
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Highlight of the week: Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater
(Genre: Stealth action – Developer: Konami – Release: August 29, 2025 (Steam)
The legendary Metal Gear Solid series finally returns to PC. Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is the lavishly modernized remake of the third installment in the series—still revered by fans today for its dense Cold War atmosphere and gripping jungle action.
As elite agent Naked Snake, you are dropped behind enemy lines in 1964 to avert a nuclear threat. Thanks to the new graphics engine, the dense Soviet jungle shines with impressive detail, while rustling leaves, pouring rain, and vibrant wildlife make for an even more immersive stealth experience.
In terms of gameplay, much remains the same: you disguise yourself with various camouflage outfits, treat injuries in real time, and sneak past guards or silently take them out with the famous CQC close combat. Legendary boss fights such as the sniper duel against The End or the emotional showdown with The Boss have been reimagined, guaranteeing goosebumps even 24 years after release.
For veterans, this remake is a wonderful trip down memory lane, while for newcomers it’s the perfect opportunity to catch up on a piece of video game history. However, the title still struggles with a few technical issues on the PC – more on this in our review:
More exciting Steam releases of the week
Monday, August 25, 2025
- Garden of Banban 8: Anti Devil: Still haven’t had enough of murderous kindergarten mascots? In the eighth installment of the trash horror series Garden of Banban, you once again search a dilapidated kindergarten for your missing child – constantly pursued by grotesque creatures lurking behind every colorful wall. This time, it even seems to take on a diabolical adversary. Simple puzzles, weird jump scares, and bizarrely smiling plush monsters make Banban 8 another entertaining horror trip for in between.
- Beyond the Map (Early Access): Open-world survival meets action RPG. In Beyond the Map, you find yourself in a mysterious, unexplored land full of deadly dangers – and without a traditional map for orientation. You collect resources, build a camp, and explore procedurally generated dungeons in search of valuable loot. Thanks to a sophisticated loot system, you can craft increasingly better equipment from the materials you find. But be careful: hunger, thirst, and wild creatures turn every expedition into a fight for survival. If you like titles such as Valheim or The Forest, you’ll find a new sandbox adventure playground here.
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
- Gears of War: Reloaded: Ready for chainsaw action? Gears of War: Reloaded finally brings the classic Xbox shooter back to the PC in an all-new, completely revamped version. As the grim war hero Marcus Fenix, you’ll once again experience Delta Squad’s battle against the nightmarish Locust horde that emerges from the depths of the earth. The graphics have been given a thorough polish: 4K textures and modern lighting effects make the battlefields look even more spectacular. Of course, all the iconic scenes and weapons are back, from the thunderous Lancer assault rifle with chainsaw bayonet to the brutal finishing moves.
- City Defense Z (Early Access): Build your city during the day, fend off zombies at night – that’s what City Defense Z is all about. This indie strategy game mixes building simulation with roguelite elements: during the day, you use card boosts to construct buildings, walls, and defense towers, upgrade your troops, and prepare your city for the night. As soon as night falls, waves of zombies will attack your fortifications. Each attack gets tougher, but by collecting resources and skillfully merging cards, you can steadily improve your chances of survival.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
- Starlight Re:Volver (Early Access): A mix of Diablo and Sailor Moon? This colorful co-op action roguelite lets you dive into other people’s dreams as magical warriors. In the futuristic anime city of Starlight City, you recruit allies, equip your magical girl characters with colorful outfits and weapons, and face procedurally generated dungeons.
Thursday, August 28, 2025
- Lost Soul Aside: Stylish action extravaganza from China – Lost Soul Aside combines fast-paced hack-and-slash combat à la Devil May Cry with an epic fantasy story. You control the young warrior Kazer, who teams up with a mysterious dragon-like companion to rescue his kidnapped sister. In the expansive levels, you fight, jump, and glide through hordes of demons and high-tech monsters. At the touch of a button, Kazer switches between different weapons and combos on the fly, enabling spectacular attack chains. Particularly impressive are the boss fights against screen-filling creatures, where lightning-fast dodging and counterattacks determine victory or defeat.
- Pixel Starships 2 (Early Access): Here, you take command of your personal 8-bit spaceship and its crew. This mix of FTL and MMORPG lets you expand your ship deck by deck – from the bridge to the crew quarters to shield generators and weapon batteries. You hire officers with individual skills, train your crew, and engage in tactical real-time battles against other players in space. Add to that a pinch of Eve Online in the form of mining, trading, exploration, and other systems.
- SUPER ROBOT WARS Y: This tactical role-playing game once again brings together dozens of giant robots from different anime universes. Each unit has unique special attacks, presented with cool anime cutscenes, from mega lasers to sword spins that split entire mountains. Your gameplay requires clever positioning and effective use of terrain. Between missions, you can extensively upgrade your mechs, mount new weapons, and train your pilots to become even more powerful.
Friday, August 29, 2025
- STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar: The weekend is a time to slow down and enjoy country life. Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar lets you slip into the role of a young farmer who wants to revive a sleepy village. You plant fields, raise cute animals, and make friends with the residents—as far as the familiar farm game principle goes. The highlight of this spin-off: at the weekly bazaar, you sell your homemade goods to customers and compete with other merchants for the best earnings.
- SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance: The return of a ninja legend! Shinobi: Art of Vengeance picks up where Sega’s cult series from the 80s left off and serves up hard-hitting 2D action for retro fans. In the shoes of iconic ninja master Joe Musashi, you’ll slash your way through side-view levels filled with enemy samurai, archers, and demons. Lightning-fast reflexes are required as you throw shuriken, strike with your katana, or double-jump to escape deadly traps.
Those were the most exciting Steam releases of the week. With so much choice, there’s something for action, strategy, and nostalgia fans alike – and maybe even your new favorite hidden gem is lurking among them. Which of these new releases are landing on your wish list? Let us know in the comments!
