In early October 2025, five new Steam games were released, offering gamers a variety of engaging experiences across different genres.
Narratives and Strategy
Carimara: Beneath the Forlorn Limbs, released on 2025-10-06 by Bastinus Rex, is a mysterious narrative game. Players take on the role of Carimara, a mute sorceress exploring a haunting, greyscale environment. The game emphasizes dialogue and subtle horror, using cards to interact with other characters.
Dying Breed, launched on 2025-10-07, hails from developer Sarnayer. This retro-inspired RTS features post-apocalyptic settings with zombies and is currently in Early Access. It offers two factions, 22 missions, and over 50 unit types, bringing a nostalgic vibe with FMV cutscenes.
Platformers and Horror
Bye Sweet Carole, released on 2025-10-10 by Little Sewing Machine, is a cinematic platformer that channels early '90s Disney aesthetics. Set in early 20th-century England, players guide Lana Benton on a quest to find her friend, solving puzzles and navigating stealth challenges.
The Lacerator, also released on 2025-10-10 by Games From The Abyss, offers a chilling horror experience. This game uses a '90s-style fixed-camera perspective, presenting players with problem-solving and survival challenges in a terrifying environment.
Simulation and Programming
The Farmer Was Replaced, released on 2025-10-11 by Timon Herzog, presents a unique blend of simulation and programming gameplay. Players control a drone to automate farming tasks, using Python-like code to manage an increasingly complex garden environment.
These releases showcase the diversity in gaming experiences available on Steam, appealing to fans of storytelling, strategy, horror, and simulation.
