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

In celebration of International Women's Day, Steam has launched its annual Women's Day Sale, showcasing a remarkable array of games developed by women-led teams. This year's sale, ending on March 9th, offers substantial discounts on titles spanning genres from atmospheric horror to cozy visual novels and innovative gameplay experiences. Here are some standout games you should consider adding to your 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

Step into the retro-futuristic world of Signalis, developed by rose-engine, where you'll navigate an isometric perspective with a nostalgic 90s aesthetic. As android Elster, your mission is to find your lost partner on a derelict spaceship. With limited inventory management reminiscent of classic survival horror games like Resident Evil and Silent Hill, Signalis blends these influences with captivating retro-anime visuals and a deep narrative.

Astrea: Six-Sided Oracles

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

Experience the unique dice-based roguelike, Astrea: Six-Sided Oracles, from Little Leo Games. Instead of traditional cards, this game uses six-sided dice to navigate your journey as one of six oracle characters on a mission to save a star system. The game's dual mechanics of purification and corruption add strategic depth, while its charming visuals and music enrich the experience, despite the randomness of dice rolls.

Dredge

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

Embark on a cosmic fishing adventure with Dredge from Black Salt Games. This game mixes Lovecraftian horror with fishing simulation, where you explore a mysterious archipelago, manage resources, and upgrade your boat during the day. Beware venturing into dark waters after sunset, as unknown horrors lurk in the depths. Dredge 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

Dive into the dark, reimagined Arthurian world of Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon by Awaken Realms. Set in a corrupted Avalon after King Arthur's death, this open-world RPG emphasizes exploration, decision-making, and resource management over combat. Navigate a world where reality shifts daily, offering a thought-provoking experience within a constantly changing landscape.

Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly

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Release Date: April 20, 2023
Developer: Toge Productions

Continue the cozy barista experience with Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly from Toge Productions. Set in an alternate Seattle where humans and mythical creatures coexist, you manage a late-night café, serving custom beverages and influencing character storylines through your recipe choices. Enjoy the soothing lo-fi music and pixel art graphics in this relaxing interactive narrative.

Pacific Drive

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Release Date: February 22, 2024
Developer: Ironwood Studios

Take on the anomalous road trip survival challenge in Pacific Drive by Ironwood Studios. Transform a vintage station wagon into a rugged vehicle to escape the Olympic Exclusion Zone. Navigate through surreal environments filled with bizarre phenomena, gathering resources and upgrading your car. Success hinges on strategic planning and adaptability rather than direct confrontation.

Medieval Dynasty

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Release Date: September 22, 2021
Developer: Render Cube

Build your legacy in the medieval world of Medieval Dynasty from Render Cube. Starting as a humble peasant, grow your settlement into a thriving community through city-building, survival, and RPG mechanics. 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

Explore the emotional depths of When The Past Was Around, a wordless visual novel from Mojiken. Its watercolor-inspired visuals and evocative soundtrack immerse you in a poignant journey of love and loss. Experience storytelling through interactive environmental puzzles and heartfelt moments, without the need for dialogue.

Tiny Glade

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Release Date: September 27, 2024
Developer: Pounce Light

Unleash your creativity in Tiny Glade by Pounce Light, a stress-free castle builder. With no resource constraints or objectives, you're free to experiment with architectural designs. Intuitive controls make construction and customization easy, allowing your structures to evolve organically into whimsical creations.

Reka

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Release Date: September 10, 2024
Developer: Emberstorm Entertainment

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Reka, a life simulation inspired by Slavic mythology from Emberstorm Entertainment. As a young witch apprentice, travel in your chicken-legged hut, collect ingredients, practice magic, assist villagers, and decorate your living space. Experience the magic and folklore of this unique simulation.

Urban Myth Dissolution Center

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Release Date: February 24, 2025
Developer: Hakababunko

Delve into the paranormal with Urban Myth Dissolution Center from Hakababunko. This visual novel combined with detective gameplay follows protagonist Azami Fukurai, who has supernatural vision and gets entangled in mysterious events at a paranormal research center. Investigate, gather evidence, formulate hypotheses, and switch between realities using specialized technology.

shapez 2

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Release Date: August 23, 2024
Developer: tobspr Games

Challenge yourself with shapez 2 from tobspr Games, a geometric factory management game set in space. Automate the production of geometric figures, optimizing processes like cutting, rotating, and coloring shapes while expanding your facilities and connecting platforms via trains. Similar to Factorio, but with a focus on geometric patterns and logical problem-solving, this game offers endless optimization possibilities.

These diverse selections highlight the creativity and talent of women-led development teams, offering something for every gaming preference at discounted prices during Steam's Women's Day Sale. Don't miss out on these incredible deals before the sale ends on March 9th!