What many people enjoy about Steam Next Fest is simply that there are plenty of new titles revealed, and because of that, there’s plenty of demos to play through and see what your next “indie fix” may be. In the case of Chaosmonger Studio, they are prepping for the release of their Metroidvania title Voivod: The Nuclear Warrior, and yes, it’ll be just as bonkers as you expect it to be, especially given the influences behind it. The title has a demo on Steam right now that’ll be active until the 26th, so we recommend checking it out soon! If you need some more details, check out the synopsis and trailer below:

“Set in a post-nuclear future where reality itself is falling apart, Voivod: The Nuclear Warrior blends fast-paced run-and-gun
combat, Metroidvania exploration, atmospheric storytelling and gritty, handcrafted pixel art.

Players take control of the Voivod, a constantly mutating warrior whose mind has been shattered. Guided by the mysterious
Nothingface, he must journey through devastated landscapes, biomechanical nightmares and fractured dimensions to recover fragments of his lost memories.

Along the way, players will battle grotesque mutants, discover bizarre creatures, unlock new weapons and abilities, and confront formidable bosses in a world inspired by the band’s unmistakable artistic universe.”

The best part? There are two ways to try out the demo. Check it out:

Story Path lets players experience approximately the first hour of the full adventure, starting with its opening sequence and placing greater emphasis on narrative, exploration and the game’s rich sci- fi lore. Players are gradually introduced to the world, its characters, weapons and abilities, following the natural progression designed for the complete game.

Combat Trial delivers a more immediate, action-focused experience, giving players access to a wider selection of weapons
and abilities as they battle through intense enemy encounters and face a challenging boss.

Both modes showcase different sides of the game, from its strange atmosphere and unfolding narrative to its frantic combat and grotesque enemy designs.

With so much to enjoy, you’d be foolish to not give it a chance if you love this genre.