Steam Next Fest June 2026 start time & countdown clock
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Unlike regular sales that focus on discounts, Steam Next Fest is all about helping players discover upcoming games before they launch. Developers from around the world release playable demos during the event, giving users a chance to try new titles, explore different genres, and decide which games are worth adding to their wishlist.
And if you’ve been looking forward to this year’s event, the good news is that the wait is almost over.
When will the Steam Next Fest event start today?
According to Valve, Steam Next Fest will officially begin today, on June 15 at 10:00 AM PT. However, the start time will vary depending on your region due to time zone differences.
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- Los Angeles – 10 AM PT
- New York – 1 PM ET
- London – 6 PM BST
- Berlin – 7 PM CEST
- Mumbai – 10:30 PM IST
- Tokyo – 2 AM JST (June 16)
- Sydney – 3 AM AEST (June 16)
- Auckland – 5 AM NZST (June 16)
Our countdown clock above keeps track of the exact time remaining – it will disappear once it expires. Once the event goes live, players will be able to browse the dedicated Next Fest page on Steam and start downloading demos immediately.
What’s included in Next Fest this June?
Valve has already confirmed through its press preview that Steam Next Fest June 2026 will feature thousands of playable demos. As always, the event will showcase games from both major publishers and smaller independent studios.
The event will remain active until June 22 at 10:00 AM PT, giving players roughly a full week to explore as many demos as possible. That’s plenty of time to fill up your wishlist and discover games that may not have been on your radar before.
It will also be a great opportunity for Steam Deck owners to try some new compatible games. And with so many titles to choose from, finding the best demos can be difficult, so we’ll make sure to share a list of the standout games worth trying once the latest Steam Next Fest officially begins.
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