Steam Next Fest just wrapped up, but not every indie developer walked away happy. While gamers enjoyed free demos, some creators from Japan felt let down by the visibility and Wishlist boosts they anticipated. Cuticle Nyan Co. reported minimal growth for their game, *Magical Girl Critical DELUXE*, and others shared similar frustrations. It seems the event favors titles with existing Wishlist traction. Developers are now urged to strategize and market early to make the most of this key opportunity.
Published on: 6/20/2025
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