Epic Games Store's Generous Free Game Giveaways: A Retrospective and Current Offerings

The Epic Games Store has built a loyal following since its 2018 launch by consistently offering free games. Creating an account grants access to claim these titles within a limited timeframe, allowing players to enjoy them permanently afterward. While the schedule may evolve, the current norm is a new free game each week, typically released on Thursday.

The store's diverse game catalog and the highly anticipated "Mystery Games" accompanying Mega Sales have significantly boosted its popularity. These surprise releases often prove to be major titles, alongside a healthy selection of indie gems. The weekly free game announcements also generate considerable excitement.

This article explores the complete list of free games offered since 2018 and highlights the current free offerings in 2024.

Updated December 24, 2024 by Mark Sammut: The Epic Games Store's latest mystery game is now available for download! This free title offers a blend of cozy simulation and unsettling horror, appealing to a broad range of players. This offer ends December 25th, 2024 at 9 AM Pacific Time, at which point the next free game will be revealed.

Epic Games Store's Current Free Game (December 24–25): Dredge

A Relaxing Fishing Sim With a Lovecraftian Twist

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