New Demo Is Now Live｜ New Battlefields & New Enemies

Heroes!

The Steam Next Fest: February 2026 Edition is now live! You are all welcome to join the adventure!

The Gate Must Stand is a medieval fantasy roguelike tower defence game. Choose your hero, recruit followers, and build synergies to grow stronger through randomized challenges. Allies may fall and be rebuilt, but the gate must stand. Join this battle for the kingdom's survival and face the ultimate trial of defending the gate.

This Steam Next Fest update brings lots of new content to the Demo:

New Levels & Maps

A brand-new battlefield is now open! More complex terrain and tactical space await your exploration of fresh defence strategies.

Massive Enemy Expansion

New monsters join the fray, diversifying enemy formations. Elite variants and dangerous combinations will constantly test your deployments and split-second decisions.

Demo for Steam Next Fest Inclusions

2 Selectable Heroes

• Over 100 hero-specific upgrade options to craft entirely distinct combat styles

9 Followers

• 18 ultimate forms + 54 upgradeable skills

• Build your battlefield legion

🏰 Off-Battle Growth System

• Unlocked to Level 3 off-battle upgrade cap

• Access unique off-battle stat allocation system

🗺 2 Stages + 2 Maps

• Rotating Multi-Battlefield Challenges

👑 4 Bosses with Unique Mechanics

• Each Boss Battle Presents a Fresh Test

✨ 39 Powerful Relics

• Each boasts unique abilities to aid you in battle

The New Year Demo marks a significant milestone in our current development phase. If you have suggestions or ideas for the game's development, feel free to join our QQ group or Discord for discussion. Thank you to all players who follow and support The Gate Must Stand!

Heroes can fall, but the gate must stand.

Add The Gate Must Stand to your wishlist now and fight the enemy to the bitter end!

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