I’d normally include new demos in the “upcoming” section since the full games aren’t out yet. But since there’s so much to talk about this week (and so many demos popping up ahead of Steam Next Fest), I’m featuring them in an extra-special bonus section this time.
Pixel Washer
Developer: Valadria
Publisher: Acclaim
Demo: Steam
Here’s one for folks who dig 16-bit aesthetics and can’t get enough of PowerWash Simulator. In Pixel Washer, you play as a piggy called Pigxel and use a power washer to clean up a town.
The full game will have more than 40 levels, with settings that include parks, arcades and movie theaters. In the demo, you can play through half a dozen stages as well as a mini game. There are two different power washers you can use to clear away all the grime. It looks cute! I’m into it.
Moonbrella
Developer and publisher: Jett Williams
Demo: Steam, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox for PC
Moonbrella is a platformer without a jump button. Instead, you’ll propel yourself with an umbrella, just as you would in Getting Over It, Bennett Foddy’s rage-inducing game that sees you climb a mountain using only a sledgehammer.
You’ll use the hook to grab onto ledges and descend slowly by opening up the umbrella. This is a Metroidvania game, which indicates that you’ll gradually unlock abilities and gain access to more areas. Developer Jett Williams suggests that there are several ways for you to take on its challenges. The game was built with speedrunning in mind too.
While the demo is currently only available for Steam and Xbox, Moonbrella is also in development for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5.
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