What's free on the Epic Games Store right now? - PC Gamer
Stay up to date on what games Epic is giving away each week this year.
www.pcgamer.comHere’s the latest on Epic Games free games, based on recent coverage up to May 2026.
What’s new
- Epic Games Store continues its weekly free-game drops, with new titles added each week. Recent reports mention big-name free drops during holiday periods and ongoing weekly promotions.[1][2][4]
- In late 2025 and early 2026, leaks and official teasers referenced a slate of high-profile titles potentially joining the free lineup, though official confirmations may lag behind rumors.[1]
How the free games typically work
- Each week a new game (or sometimes two) is offered for free for a limited window, after which it’s replaced by another title. Players can keep the games permanently once claimed during the promotional window.[4]
- You don’t need a paid subscription to claim the free titles; you simply redeem them to your Epic Games account in the store.[4]
Recent examples and patterns
- Hogwarts Legacy was highlighted in 2024 as a major free-swap example during holiday promotions, illustrating Epic’s potential for high-profile free titles during peak periods.[1]
- Various weeks continue to feature well-known games alongside indie titles, maintaining a mix that appeals to broader audiences.[3][6]
Tips to stay updated
- Check the Epic Games Store free-games page weekly, as the site typically updates with the current free title(s) and the end date for the promotion.[4]
- Follow reputable gaming outlets that recap weekly free games, since they often publish quick guides on how to claim before the window closes.[9][10]
If you’d like, I can pull the most recent weekly free titles from Epic’s store page and summarize them, or compare current week vs. last week’s titles in a quick list. I can also track rumored upcoming freebies and note which ones have official confirmation when available.[1][4]