Epic Games Store continues its weekly free game giveaways, allowing players to download popular titles at no cost. The promotion encourages players to return regularly, as each game is available for a limited time. This initiative also provides an opportunity for gamers to join free-to-play communities and explore new titles without financial commitment.
Current and Upcoming Free Titles
As of January 2, 2026, Total War: THREE KINGDOMS and Wildgate are available for free on Epic Games Store. Both games can be downloaded immediately and added to users’ libraries. Looking ahead, Bloons TD 6 is scheduled as the next free title, available from January 8 to January 15. These weekly giveaways continue Epic’s effort to rotate popular and engaging games for players during the holiday season and beyond.
Total War: THREE KINGDOMS – Free now
Wildgate – Free now
Highlights from the Holiday Giveaway
Epic Games Store’s holiday promotion, which started in December, has included a mix of major releases and daily free games. Past titles have ranged from action and strategy to indie and narrative-driven games. Some of the highlights include Hogwarts Legacy, Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel, Eternights, Blood West, and Paradise Killer. Additional titles offered during the promotion include Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, The Callisto Protocol, Disco Elysium – The Final Cut, We Were Here Together, Cassette Beasts, SKALD: Against the Black Priory, Viewfinder, Trine Classic Collection, and Chivalry 2. The promotion continues to rotate free games daily through the final days of the holiday period, with a few mystery titles expected before it concludes.
Hogwarts Legacy (December 11)
Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel (December 18)
Eternights (December 19)
Blood West (December 20)
Sorry We’re Closed (December 21)
Paradise Killer (December 22)
Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night (December 23)
The Callisto Protocol (December 24)
Disco Elysium – The Final Cut (December 25)
We Were Here Together (December 26)
Cassette Beasts (December 27)
SKALD: Against the Black Priory (December 28)
Viewfinder (December 29)
Trine Classic Collection (December 30)
Chivalry 2 (January 1)
Accessing Free Games on Epic Games Store
Downloading free games from Epic Games Store is straightforward. Users simply need to log in to their Epic Games account, claim the game while it is available, and it is added to their library. Once claimed, the game remains permanently accessible, even after the promotional period ends. The store’s interface also highlights upcoming free titles, allowing players to plan which games they want to claim.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What free games are currently available on Epic Games Store?
As of January 2, 2026, Total War: THREE KINGDOMS and Wildgate are available for free. Upcoming titles include Bloons TD 6 from January 8 to January 15.
How long are free games available?
Most free games are available for a limited 24-hour period, though some promotions, like weekly giveaways, may extend for several days.
Do claimed free games stay in my library permanently?
Yes. Once a free game is claimed, it is permanently added to your Epic Games Store library and can be downloaded and played at any time.
How do I download free games on Epic Games Store?
Users need to log in to their Epic Games account, navigate to the free game promotion, and claim the game. It will then appear in their library for download.
Does Epic Games Store support free-to-play communities?
Yes. In addition to free game promotions, Epic Games Store hosts free-to-play titles and communities where players can join multiplayer and cooperative experiences without additional cost.
