This thread will no longer be updated.

This used to be a thread called "Limited time, 100% Free-to-keep PC games right now", where I, together with many helpful members of the community, documented which PC games were free to claim at any given moment. I started it when the COVID-19 pandemic started in the whole world and developers/publishers were doing promotions faster than one could keep track of everything. Since the situation is calmer now, keeping track of things to that level isn't needed.

The thread is now a free games news thread which relies on comments to function - if you find an interesting offer for a free game, feel free to comment and let others know! Here I have also put links to useful places where you can find out about and/or collect free games as they appear.

Comment Formatting Guide

When commenting, please put the full name of the game/promotion, which platform it is on, and a link to the promotion/the relevant SG thread.
For example "Bad Rats: the Rats' Revenge free on Steam [link to Steam page]"

Useful Links

Steam

SteamDB page for free Steam promotions - follow this page to know every upcoming or ongoing free-to-keep or free weekend Steam game.

SG thread for free Steam soundtracks - a thread that collects free soundtracks you can claim on Steam.

SG thread for paid-now-free Steam games of 2020 - thread that collects Steam games that are now free to get (as FreeOnDemand)
Paid-now-free Steam games of 2019

Epic Games

Free games page on Epic Games Store - Epic Games Store's own page for their free game promotions.

SG thread for free Epic Games promotions - follow this thread to find out about and discuss new free games on Epic.

A Total War Saga: TROY Epic Games promo - the game will be free-to-keep on Epic Games on August 13th.

GOG

GOG Free Games Collection - a collection of free games to claim on GOG.
Higurashi 1 free game promotion - another game GOG is offering for free during the COVID-19 pandemic.

IndieGala

galaFreebies - IndieGala's own page for freebies from their website

IndieGala showcase - IndieGala's own page where they collect games you can claim for free on their website.

SG thread for free IndieGala games - follow this thread to find out about new, free games on IndieGala.

itch.io

Self-isolation on a budget - an itch.io collection that collected games one could claim for free during the COVID-19 pandemic. No longer updated, but contains a few games that are still free.

SG thread for free itch.io games - thread collecting games to claim for free on itch.io for a limited time.

Microsoft

Top free games on Microsoft Store - not a page but a search filter, this will show some free games able to be claimed on the Microsoft Store. (May not be all of them)

Uplay

Ubisoft Free Events page - Ubisoft's page for their own free game promotions.

Other links

Big Fish free games page - a collection of free games Big Fish are offering during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Crusader Kings II free DLC promotion - sign up to the newsletter to receive a Steam key for The Old Gods DLC, or refer people to get the Pagan Fury music pack.
Endless Space Collection free promotion - link your Games2Gether account to your Steam account to receive Endless Space Collection on Steam for free.

Currently free games on Steam (no new games will be added, these will be removed as they end)

Game Start End ASF command Info
Wide Cross ? ? !addlicense ASF 345425 Works using SteamDB
The Scream ? ? !addlicense ASF 369917 Works using SteamDB
Tennis World Tour - Denis Shapovalov 2020-04-23 16:00 UTC 2020-12-01 18:00 UTC !addlicense ASF 454711 -
Tennis World Tour - Alex De Minaur 2020-04-23 16:00 UTC 2020-12-01 18:00 UTC !addlicense ASF 454715 -
Tennis World Tour - Caroline Garcia 2020-04-23 16:00 UTC 2020-12-01 18:00 UTC !addlicense ASF 454706 -
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NinjaGo is free now

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Just to help with what's already been said, The LEGO NINJAGO Movie Video Game is free on Steam, here's the link https://store.steampowered.com/app/640590/The_LEGO_NINJAGO_Movie_Video_Game/

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Steam key
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For those with the Ashes of singularity game:
– Start the game
– In the launcher you’ll get an option to claim ‘Offworld Trading Company’.
– Click it
– Give your e-mail adress and confirm it
– Get a steamkey for Offworld Trading Company

⚠ Ashes of singularity is a big game, beware before downloading!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/271240/Offworld_Trading_Company/

https://i.gyazo.com/7df6db442e0bb8600ba7dce3bfaf093a.png

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Where is the source of the news please?

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Well... I am?
That's a screenshot that I took.

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it's displayed in the launcher of Ashes of Singularity when you start the game.
I tried to open again but it doesn't display anymore now that I have it. Forgot to do a screenshot at the time.

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Its the multiplayer part that was free or the single player campaig?

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Not sure. I haven't tried it yet.

After I shared this someone shared this:
https://i.imgur.com/VNaYbUX.png

They said steam didn't register them as owning the game.

But this is what steam shows me
https://i.gyazo.com/c7fdd5dce0ffc93decbc2f02201b848e.png

And after I start Ashes of singularity I can see this:
https://i.gyazo.com/7d1f5f218ef908a4f5c4bbe5de156428.jpg

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Looking at your 1st pic is the multiplayer part. I already own it and on steam shows as your 2nd pic, but shows to buy the core edition, which is one more dlc and the single player i guess.

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When I used my key it activated as "Offworld Trading Company - Free Multiplayer" - https://i.imgur.com/h5KuU7O.png

However I don't know if it's the free package from steam, it does seem to add a +1 and drop cards.

Edit: does not have the single player campaign - https://i.imgur.com/tXkddeQ.jpg

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Thank you for this info and clarification!

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Is it ended?

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Crusader Kings II DLC: Horse Lords is free until 16 May @ 12 noon U.S. time (central, I am guessing).
https://store.steampowered.com/app/354330/Expansion__Crusader_Kings_II_Horse_Lords/

Oops. I just saw it on a lower thread after I posted here.

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very good

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Four Kings One War is free now, only the normal version, not the VR one.

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The VR price is confusing bc I received an email from them saying it would be on sale for 90% off, but it's been full price as I've kept checking on it.

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Check the game's Steam Discussions page. There is a player who is asking them to give VR for free as well (as they stated at the very beginning). The Devs have said they are going to put the VR version very cheap (around 0'50€), they weren't able to do this when they set the base game for free.

They have also said they are going to try to put the VR version for free as well, if they can. But personally, I think the Devs have done enough by now.

EDIT: VR VERSION IS FREE NOW!

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VR VERSION IS FREE NOW!

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Thanks!

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Thanks for the updates!

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Aegis Defenders command for ASF:
!addlicense ASF 462714

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Keep up the good work spookypannkaka!

It is much appreciated :)

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Island Saver free, evidently temporarily, and not just on PC but also Switch, PSN and Microsoft/Xbox for those with other accounts https://www.steamgifts.com/discussion/yHN4C/freesteamxboxpsnswitch-island-saver

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I've been checking and the Old God's seems finished

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Finished in what way? Ruined, no longer updated and abandoned, or out of Early Access and complete, or etc?

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Not given away for free anymore is my first and only logical guess.

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Yes, they're not giving free at this time, it's only about crusader Kings III and there's nothing left about this giveway

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No, Like I said previously. The giveaway is still live. You just have to click the subscribe tab.

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im surprised you didnt know what he meant, kinda makes me lose faith in humanity lol

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No, you just have to subscribe. It's still there.

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It still works to subscribe but the link has probably expired so I'll have to switch it out. How about Pagan Fury though, any info on that on the site?

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I tried making another email and subscribe to the news later but no keys in my account, also, thanks for making this thread alive ^^

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How could I've miss this too.......(It didn't have it's own SG topics on this, as here was so active with comments. I'd must miss read)
Trying to subscribe now didn't give any reply or confirmation email from Paradox anymore. So, I guess it's over?

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Before you had to check the inbox and then in your account there should be one or two keys but since yesterday, I've checked my inbox but received nothing

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The Four Kings One War VR DLC is now free too, note that you need to claim the base game first through the free promotion in order to get the DLC (for anyone who didn't have the game yet) https://store.steampowered.com/app/932600/Four_Kings_One_War__Virtual_Reality/

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https://store.steampowered.com/app/804270/Chex_Quest_HD/

Chex Quest HD is up on Steam ,free to play ,2gb download.
!addlicense ASF 244953
or
!addlicense asf a/804270

In-game multiplayer character codes:
https://www.chexmix.com/chex-mix-squadron/#section-1
via:
https://www.chexmix.com/

Only one code so far ,
Fred ChexterTM
Playable Code: D2af3W

NOTE:
M.P requires TWO usb controllers.

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New unlockable character

Wheatney Chexworth
Playable Code: D3bg4E

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Cheers mate !

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this is quickly becoming my favorite thread on steamgifts, lol.

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I bookmarked it, it's faboulus !

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+1, same.

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The Christmas one I guess? Is it a limited time deal?

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On Steam appears as Free to Play instead of 0€, I would say it is something that will remain always for free.

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Oh well. Good to know for people who own the game though.

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!addlicense ASF 420219,420223

game + dlc (dlc free for limited time)
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1214540/SUPER_CIRCUIT_BREAKERS/

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!addlicense ASF 447586,447586

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1284410/GWENT_The_Witcher_Card_Game/
+
4K dlc:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1288440/GWENT_The_Witcher_Card_Game__4k_graphic_assets_pack/

" Requires 3rd-Party Account: GOG Account (Supports Linking to Steam Account) "

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Interkosmos

  • Start: 22 May 2020 – 13:00:00 UTC
  • Expiry: 25 May 2020 – 07:00:00 UTC
  • !addlicense ASF 465037

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looks cool, had it on wishlist already

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I might be extra slow updating this for a time now. My grandpa is most likely going to pass today or tomorrow (due to COVID-19), it's a difficult time for me. I think I am all up to date for now though.

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I'm sorry to hear that, stay strong friend.

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That is very sad to hear. I am so sorry.

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Much sympathy. I am sorry to hear that. prayers for all of you.

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agreed - may peace be there with your family

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That's so sad. Stay strong friend.

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I don't know if it's possible but I hope he won't pass.

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No one can say for sure, but it's looking bad. Patients at the hospital, especially corona patients, are only allowed to be visited (by 2 people) if they're very likely to die. My mom and aunt were called in today.

Of course I don't want my grandpa to die, but he has been very sick the last few years, so if he dies now he is finally shown mercy in a way and I'm trying to hold on to that thought right now. He isn't in pain, and he isn't sad about dying.

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Stay strong !

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Don't worry about being slow updating anything, life is far more important than some information on games. My thoughts are with you and your family, I hope your grandpa pulls through this difficult time.

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Yeah, life is unpredictable, but as I understood he lived good life and it wouldn't be so unexpected... Still, stay positive and hope for the best!
Too bad cg hasn't made possible to have multiple "moderators" for thread, I would definitely help ya <3

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Internet hugs are perfect right now as they adhere to social distancing. I am so so sorry about your grandpa. :( You focus on yourself and family right now. Thank you for maintaining this thread, it's helped a lot of us during this situation.

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I'm deeply sorry to hear that. I wish you all the best.

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feel hugged! keep your head up!

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Sorry to hear that mate ,that god awful virus is causing a lot of heartache for so many families right now.

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Sorry to hear that, don't worry about us at this time take care of your family and yourself, we'll be OK. And a big thanks for all the work you have done maintaining this.

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I am sorry, I hope you can be close to some family members it is the best help in moments like these.

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I'm really sorry to hear that :( I sincerely hope that your grandpa recovers.

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Sorry to hear that, mate. An internet hug for ya.
Btw don't worry, we'll keep this discussion up-to-date.

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Sorry about that. Dont worry and focus on the important things of life, like family.
You already did a wonderful job maintaining this thread.
One of my best friends father also died cause of COVID, so i feel you,
Stay strong as you can!!!!
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So sorry you and your family are going thru this.
Take your time and don't worry about the thread.
RL & Grandpa are more important!
blessings

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Thank you. I don't think a lockdown would have helped. Me and my family haven't met my grandparents since February (so we don't spread anything to them), they haven't left their apartment, so this is all because of home care workers. Why did we waste 2 months on not meeting my grandpa if they were going to kill him anyway? (I mean, not literally, but it feels that way right now)

He is still alive for now. But we can't meet him, we can only rely on calls from the hospital and they haven't called today.

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Family first, mate

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Sorry to hear that, i hope he recovers.

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sorry to hear that. take your time

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Sorry to hear that. I wish he can be healthy again.

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Thanks for the support everyone. Things didn't go as fast as the hospital believed, my grandpa is still alive but in an unchanged state from Wednesday (which however means he might still be gone soon). So things are a bit calmer for now and I found the energy to update things in this thread.

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Hey no pressure, you've provided the links to where you get your info on some things anyway. People who complain are just those who cba clicking links.

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Just an update for people wondering about this. He didn't respond to treatment and didn't get better, so the hospital switched to palliative care yesterday. He passed away today, just shortly after my mom and aunt got to visit him for the last time.

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I am saddened to hear that. Words cannot make the hurt go away, but sharing stories of his life with loved ones can be healing.

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Really sorry for your loss. Hope you will feel better soon :)

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I'm sorry for your loss. 💜

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My condolences.

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Ledsamt att höra om din morfar. Håll modet och ta hand om varandra.

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So sorry for your loss... My condolences.

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May he rest in peace and my condolences to yourself and your family.

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my deep condolences.

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I'm sorry for your loss. I hope you and your family are okay..

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Lost my Grandpa 6 weeks ago, I feel your sorrow.

Hope everything goes easy and well for his funeral.

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My condolences. best wishes for your family

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The Uncertain: Last Quiet Day

  • Start: 5 June 2020 – 17:00:00 UTC
  • Expiry: 9 June 2020 – 17:00:00 UTC
  • !addlicense ASF 465468

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Geneshift

  • Start: 8 June 2020 – 17:00:00 UTC
  • Expiry: 10 June 2020 – 17:00:00 UTC
  • !addlicense ASF 464725

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