Paris, France – September 29, 2025 – Independent studio Mudita Games is thrilled to announce that the free demo of its cozy-but-deadly survival roguelike BARDA is now live on Steam. Players can jump in right away and experience the game before its spotlight during Steam Next Fest starting October 13, 2025.
In BARDA, your backpack is more than just storage—it’s survival itself. How you arrange and combine your loot directly impacts your chances of making it through each unpredictable run. Explore enchanting 2.5D landscapes, gather items of varying rarity, and return to a cozy village hub where grateful NPCs await your help.
Blending the tactical challenge of roguelikes like Slay the Spire with the charm of cozy adventures, BARDA offers players both tension and comfort in a uniquely addictive loop.
Demo Highlights
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Strategic Backpack Survival – Item placement matters; manage your gear wisely to survive.
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Roguelike Progression – Fresh runs full of new loot, enemies, and choices each time.
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Cozy but Perilous World – A welcoming village on one side, dangerous wilds on the other.
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Distinct 2.5D Art Style – A balance of warmth and wonder, with dangers hiding beneath the charm.
About Mudita Games
Mudita Games is an independent French studio creating thoughtful, high-quality 2D games. With BARDA, the team combines tactical roguelike depth with cozy aesthetics to craft an experience that is both challenging and heartwarming.
Steam Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3664320/Barda/
Press Kit: https://blossom-museum-0bf.notion.site/BARDA-press-kit-1c1721168e128019881ff61b5ff1e15e
Media Contact: jerome@mudita.games
