Hack and Slash Your Way to Redemption: Mad King Redemption Demo Hits Steam Next Fest!

The dark fantasy realm of Mad King Redemption is now open for inspection! Indie developer SECRET MISSION has launched the demo for their promising new title as part of the ongoing Steam Next Fest event, which runs until October 20, 2025. This is a prime opportunity for fans of deep combat and replayability to get their hands on one of the festival’s most anticipated demos.

What is Mad King Redemption?

Mad King Redemption is an intense, action-packed blend of a classic beat ’em up and a modern roguelite. The game plunges players into a 2.5D pixelated world consumed by darkness, where the King’s desperate use of forbidden magic to resurrect his Queen has shattered his sanity and cursed the entire kingdom.

• Genre Fusion: It masterfully combines the visceral, button-mashing combat of arcade brawlers (think Golden Axe or Streets of Rage) with the deep, run-based progression, build customization, and permanent unlocks found in modern roguelites like Hades and Dead Cells.
• The Core Loop: Players control a brotherhood of fallen heroes, each seeking redemption for their sins. Every run through the corrupted lands is unique, offering randomized challenges, upgrades, and a chance to collect “Forbidden Cards” that grant powerful, but costly, dark powers.
• Visuals: The game features a striking 2.5D pixel art style, giving it a nostalgic, yet polished, gothic-fantasy aesthetic.

Demo Details and Where to Play

The Mad King Redemption demo is available for free download directly from the game’s official Steam page right now.

• Available Heroes: The demo allows players to try out four distinct playable heroes, each with unique fighting styles and abilities.
• Content Included: You can explore a significant portion of the first biome, Baron Morgrim’s Dungeon, and engage in a pivotal first encounter with the Mad King.
• Early Acclaim: The game has already received recognition, having taken the silver medal at the 2025 VeryBigIndiePitch at the PGConnect Game Expo in Dubai.

The demo is a taste of what’s to come, as the full game is slated for an Early Access release in Q1 2026 on PC (Steam and Epic Games Store), with an Xbox version also planned.

If you’re looking for a challenging, stylish, and highly replayable action game during this Steam Next Fest, make sure to add Mad King Redemption to your wishlist and download the demo before the event ends on October 20th.