ZA/UM has announced a free demo for their upcoming RPG, Zero Parades: For Dead Spies, set to launch on February 23 as part of Steam Next Fest. This tailored demo will allow players to experience a portion of the game's opening hours, featuring two full quests and various side activities in the city state of Portofiro. Players can also choose from three distinct character archetypes for protagonist Hershel Wilk, each offering different skills and gameplay experiences. The full game is expected to release in 2026, first on PC and later on PlayStation 5.

What features can players expect from the Zero Parades demo?

The demo will include two complete quests, several side activities, and the chance to explore Portofiro. Additionally, players can experiment with three character archetypes, allowing for varied gameplay based on physical, soulful, or analytical skill sets.

Zero Parades: For Dead Spies is a follow-up to the critically acclaimed Disco Elysium, sharing similar design philosophies and narrative depth. The game centers on a spy tasked with completing one last mission, with themes surrounding failure woven into its dialogue system. Development is led by a team of both returning and new staff, promising a continuation of the engaging storytelling and immersive experiences that fans of Disco Elysium have come to love.