Five recently released Steam games that might have slipped under your radar (September 1, 2025)

In the world of gaming, August is shaping up to be an exciting month for PC enthusiasts. Here's a roundup of some of the most anticipated titles set to launch this month.

First up, we have Quartet, a follow-up to Shadows of Adam by Something Classic Games LLC. This unashamedly orthodox JRPG, inspired by the 16-bit era and steampunk, is reminiscent of Octopath Traveller. With a runtime of 25 hours, Quartet is set to be released on August 27.

Another highly anticipated release is Quarion, developed by Zejoant. This 2-4 hour pixel art metroidvania, inspired by VVVVV, is set to charm players with its straightforward gameplay and great music. Quarion is scheduled for release on August 29.

For those who enjoy survival horror and classic first-person dungeon crawlers, Caput Mortum, developed by WildArts Games, is a game set in 16th century France and is set to launch on August 28. Caput Mortum features complex arcane puzzle-solving and offers three control modes: default, King's Field, and modern.

In the realm of indie games, QuantumPulse 2A, developed by Dashing Strike, is a game inspired by programming puzzlers like TIS-100 and Shenzhen I/O. Players will be challenged with optimization as they solve a sequence of 25 puzzles. QuantumPulse 2A does not currently have a confirmed release date, but it is expected to launch sometime in August.

For fans of cel-shaded action games, Fear Effect, originally released for the PlayStation 2 in 2000, is now available on PC. The game definitely looks and feels like it was released in 2000, providing a nostalgic experience for those who played it back then.

Lastly, Hollow Knight Silksong is set to be released this week, and for those who are wary of being sucked into a 50+ hour metroidvania, Quarion might be the perfect alternative.

Shaun Prescott, the Australian editor of PC Gamer with over ten years of experience covering the games industry, has expressed interest in indie games, obscure Metroidvanias, speedrunning, experimental games, and FPSs. Prescott's insights and reviews will undoubtedly provide valuable perspectives on these August releases.

In addition to these games, a running list of 2025 games launching this year has been provided, offering a glimpse into the future of gaming. Keep an eye out for these exciting new releases and happy gaming!