Epic Games Store Free Games This Week 2026

This page shows every game currently available for free on the Epic Games Store. Epic rotates their free games every Thursday at 4 PM UTC - the current selection is available until then, after which a new set of free games takes its place. Some weeks feature a single premium title worth $30-60, while other weeks offer multiple smaller games. XD.deals updates this page automatically as soon as Epic publishes the new free games, so you always see what is currently available. We also show you what each game normally costs at other stores like Steam and GOG, so you can see exactly how much value you are getting for free. If you miss a free game, check the regular deals page - it often shows up at a significant discount later.

You need a free Epic Games Store account. Visit the Epic Games Store website or open the Epic Games Launcher, navigate to the free games section, and click "Get" on each title. The game is immediately added to your library and stays there permanently - even after the free promotion ends. You do not need to download or install the game right away; just claiming it is enough to keep it forever. Epic has been running this free games program since December 2018 and has given away hundreds of titles including major AAA games. To make sure you never miss a weekly rotation, create an XD.deals account and visit this page every Thursday. You can also follow our freebies news for coverage of every free game offer across all platforms.

Yes. Once you claim a free game during the promotional period, it is permanently added to your Epic Games library. There is no rental period, no subscription requirement, and no hidden costs. The game is yours to download and play whenever you want, just like any game you purchased. The only catch is that you must claim it before the free offer expires - typically within one week. If you miss the window, the game returns to its normal price. Epic funds this program as a way to grow their platform user base, which is why the games are genuinely free with no strings attached. Some offered titles have been worth $40-60 at their normal price. For other free game opportunities beyond Epic, check all free games across every tracked store, or browse free-to-play titles that are always available at no cost.