Free games for the week thread

[Racan]

HL3 must be incoming!

 

[Racan]

Though personally I've always preferred Half-Life 1 to the sequel.

 

[BoomerD]

Hey, now you gotta get yourself an RTX card soon.

Start searching!

A friend (not a competitive or insanely addictive gamer) says that the 3060 12GB is pretty acceptable for RT performance.

Last card was an RTX2070, current card is an RTX3070...sadly, only 8GB though.

It's not just HL2, it's episode 1 & 2 and a couple of extras too. Basically the entire Orange Box minus Portal.

Yeah, I already own all three...plus Portal.

HL3 must be incoming!

Don't I wish...HL2 is my favorite game of all time. I still play it from time to time.

 

[igor_kavinski]

Though personally I've always preferred Half-Life 1 to the sequel.

It's weird coz I missed HL1 so can't understand what's so special about it. Tried to play it but it seemed too primitive compared to HL2.

 

[igor_kavinski]

Last card was an RTX2070, current card is an RTX3070...sadly, only 8GB though.

Ah. Then you are probably fine.

 

[BoomerD]

View attachment 111690

Gabe Newell says Half-Life 2: Episode 3 didn’t happen because he was ‘stumped’

Just moving the story forward was “copping out,” Newell says.

www.theverge.com

 

[BoomerD]

It's weird coz I missed HL1 so can't understand what's so special about it. Tried to play it but it seemed too primitive compared to HL2.

Try the "remake," Black Mesa. Graphics and game play is better even if it's panned as not being as good or detailed as the original.

 

[igor_kavinski]

Try the "remake," Black Mesa. Graphics and game play is better even if it's panned as not being as good or detailed as the original.

I think I tried it as soon as it came out. Still didn't have that "half life" feel that I got from HL2 (the sounds. the atmosphere etc,) and the lab setting just isn't for me. HL1 seems claustrophobic whereas HL2 is pretty varied in terms of environments (no idea about later levels of HL1).

 

[BoomerD]

I think I tried it as soon as it came out. Still didn't have that "half life" feel that I got from HL2 (the sounds. the atmosphere etc,) and the lab setting just isn't for me. HL1 seems claustrophobic whereas HL2 is pretty varied in terms of environments (no idea about later levels of HL1).

It's got some "out of doors" environments...and more. Is it as good as HL2? IMO, nope, not close...but playable if you're bored.

 

[Lanyap]

Black Mesa is on sale for $4.99.

Black Mesa on Steam

Relive Half-Life.

store.steampowered.com

 

[BoomerD]

Black Mesa is on sale for $4.99.

Black Mesa on Steam

Relive Half-Life.

store.steampowered.com

IIRC, that’s what I paid for it a couple of years ago…

 

[balloonshark]

Beholder (Adventure, Narration, Strategy) is free from Epic games now - Nov. 28th at 11:00 AM.

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Prime Gaming November 2024 free games available now:

November 21st

Max: The Curse of Brotherhood [Amazon Games App]
Overcooked: Gourmet Edition [GOG]
Gloomy Tales: One-Way Ticket Collector's Edition [Legacy Games]
Super Meat Boy [Epic Games Store]
Moonscars [GOG]
RIOT — Civil Unrest [GOG]

 

[balloonshark]

Brotato (Action, RPG, Rogue-Lite) is free now - Dec. 5th at 11:00 AM.

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store.epicgames.com

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Breathedge (Open World Survival Craft, Space, Survival, Indie +) Is free to grab from Fanatical. * You must subscribe to their email newsletter and link a valid Steam account to grab your Steam key.

https://www.fanatical.com/en/game/breathedge

Steam reviews: https://store.steampowered.com/app/738520/Breathedge/

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Dark Sector (Action, Third-Person Shooter, Gore, Singleplayer, +) is free to keep when you get it before Nov 30 @ 12:00pm

https://store.steampowered.com/app/29900/Dark_Sector/

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Prime Gaming November 2024 free games

November 27th

Elite Dangerous [Epic Games Store]
Sir Whoopass — Immortal Death [GOG]
Jurassic World Evolution [Epic Games Store]
Mystery Case Files: The Dalimar Legacy Collector's Edition [Amazon Games App]
Shogun Showdown [GOG]

 

[balloonshark]

Oaken is free from GOG. The offer ends in 64 hours. Scroll down the page a bit to see the giveaway banner. (Strategy - Turn-based - Roguelike)

GOG.com

Download the best classic and new games on Windows, Mac & Linux. A vast selection of titles, DRM-free, with free goodies and 30-day money-back guarantee.

www.gog.com

Game information only: https://www.gog.com/en/game/oaken

 

[balloonshark]

Prime Gaming December 2024 free games.

Available Now:

Overcooked! 2 [amazon.com] [GOG Code]
Dredge [amazon.com] [GOG Code]
Tomb Raider: Underworld [amazon.com] [GOG Code]
Call of Juarez: Gunslinger [amazon.com] [GOG Code]
Star Wars: Bounty Hunter [amazon.com] [GOG Code]

December 5th:

Quake II [GOG Code]
Disney•Pixar WALL-E [Amazon Games App]

December 12th:

Planet of Lana [GOG Code]
Hero's Hour [GOG Code]
The Coma: Recut [GOG Code]
Electrician Simulator [Epic Games Store]
ReDrawn: The Painted Tower Collector's Edition [Amazon Games App]

December 19th:

Nine Witches: Family Disruption [Amazon Games App]
Predator: Hunting Grounds [Epic Games Store]
Aces of the Luftwaffe — Squadron Extended Edition [Amazon Games App]
Simulakros [Amazon Games App]
Christmas Fables: The Magic Snowflake Collector's Edition [Legacy Games Code]

December 26th:

The Town of Light [GOG Code]

 

[balloonshark]

Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop (Sim) is free from Epic games now - Dec. 12th at 11:00 AM. Grab the 8 free DLCs if you wish.

LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga (Action, Adventure) is free now - Dec. 12th at 11:00 AM.

Get A Free Game Every Week | Epic Games Store

Download a free game or join a free-to-play game community today!

store.epicgames.com

* A new free to play game called Delta Force just released on Epic. I think it's kind of like Battlefield.

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Pankapu (Indie, Action, Adventure, Platformer, Cute +) is free if you get it before Dec 18 @ 1:00pm

https://store.steampowered.com/app/418670/Pankapu/

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Prime gaming Dec. freebies now available. Please note that redeeming on GOG has been flaky this week. You may need to try redeeming later.

December 5th:

Quake II [GOG Code]
Disney•Pixar WALL-E [Amazon Games App

It also looks like they added a bunch more free games .

Starting now, Prime members can claim Spelunky, The Outer Worlds, Space Hulk: Deathwing — Enhanced Edition, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine, Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War, Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition, Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition Baldur's Gate: Enhanced Edition and Necromunda: Hired Gun, and they can play Mega Man 11 on Amazon Luna via the Prime Gaming offer wherever Luna is available. Additionally, Prime members can grab Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II on December 12. Prime Gaming also has a surprise in store for New World: Aeternum players when the episode drops on December 10, so be sure to stay tuned for more details on some free in-game items!

 

[balloonshark]

The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria™ (Action-Adventure, Survival) is free from Epic games now - Dec. 19th at 11:00 AM.

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Download a free game or join a free-to-play game community today!

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Game link: https://store.epicgames.com/en-US/p/the-lord-of-the-rings-return-to-moria-f01344

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Whispering Willows is free from GOG. The offer ends in 66 hours. Scroll down the page a bit to see the giveaway banner. (Adventure - Point-and-click - Fantasy)

GOG.com

Download the best classic and new games on Windows, Mac & Linux. A vast selection of titles, DRM-free, with free goodies and 30-day money-back guarantee.

www.gog.com

Game information only: https://www.gog.com/en/game/the_whispered_world_special_edition

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RIOT - Civil Unrest (Strategy, RTS, Simulation, Action) Is free to grab from Fanatical for the next 2 days and 4 hours. *You must subscribe to their email newsletter and link a valid Steam account to grab your Steam key.

https://www.fanatical.com/en/game/riot-civil-unrest

Steam reviews: https://store.steampowered.com/app/342310/RIOT_Civil_Unrest/

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Prime Gaming December 2024 free games available now:

December 12th: (There may other freebies available.)

Planet of Lana [GOG Code]

Hero's Hour [GOG Code]

The Coma: Recut [GOG Code]

Electrician Simulator [Epic Games Store]

ReDrawn: The Painted Tower Collector's Edition [Amazon Games App]

 

[balloonshark]

Today must be free DLC day. You probably have to have the base game to add these to your library.

HELLDIVERS™ 2 - TR-117 Alpha Commander Armor Set is free to keep when you get it before Dec 19 @ 1:00pm

Save 100% on HELLDIVERS™ 2 - TR-117 Alpha Commander Armor Set on Steam

For warriors who are so strong and confident that they don't need any reassurance whatsoever.

store.steampowered.com

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No Man's Sky DLC - Starborn Phoenix Ship Free to keep when you get it before Dec 19 @ 10:00am

Save 100% on Starborn Phoenix Ship on Steam

The Starborn Phoenix is an exclusive reforged starship, commemorating a time when Travellers old and new joined together to voyage across the stars. This unusual ship is optimised for effortless gliding during flight, while a localised vector field allows the craft to hover above solid planes.

store.steampowered.com

 

[gorobei]

epic store daily giveaway is coming up dec 19th-31st. every 24 hrs a different game/dlc will be free to claim.

 

[balloonshark]

Sky Is Arrows (Exploration, Tactical, RPG, Real Time Tactics, 2D +) is free to keep when you get it before January 1st 2025. This game is changing over to a $15 paid game on the first. Grab it while it's still free and it's yours to keep.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/576670/Sky_Is_Arrows/

Spoiler: Announcement

Sky Is Arrows: Pricing Update

Hello Sky Is Arrows Community,

There is some important news to share regarding the pricing of Sky Is Arrows. Starting in the new year January 1st 2025 Sky Is Arrows will be transitioning from a free-to-play model to a one-time purchase price of approximately $14.99.

Why the Change?​

Although there was great exposure from the free version, not that many of DLC were purchased to support the free model. Having a base cost to the game is the best next step, the DLC prices will be lowered as well when this change takes effect.

What Does This Mean for Current Players?​

Existing Players:​

If you have already downloaded and installed Sky Is Arrows before the price change, you will not be charged. The game will remain in your library and you will continue to receive all future updates and base content for free.

New Players:​

After the transition date, new players will need to purchase the game for $14.99.

Thank you for your understanding and for being a part of the Sky Is Arrows journey. Your feedback and support means the world!

Best regards,
Yale
Developer, Sky Is Arrows

 

[BoomerD]

Sky Is Arrows (Exploration, Tactical, RPG, Real Time Tactics, 2D +) is free to keep when you get it before Nov 30 @ 12:00pm. This game is changing over to a $15 paid game on the first. Grab it while it's still free and it's yours to keep.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/576670/Sky_Is_Arrows/

Spoiler: Announcement

Sky Is Arrows: Pricing Update

Hello Sky Is Arrows Community,

There is some important news to share regarding the pricing of Sky Is Arrows. Starting in the new year January 1st 2025 Sky Is Arrows will be transitioning from a free-to-play model to a one-time purchase price of approximately $14.99.

Why the Change?​

Although there was great exposure from the free version, not that many of DLC were purchased to support the free model. Having a base cost to the game is the best next step, the DLC prices will be lowered as well when this change takes effect.

What Does This Mean for Current Players?​

Existing Players:​

If you have already downloaded and installed Sky Is Arrows before the price change, you will not be charged. The game will remain in your library and you will continue to receive all future updates and base content for free.

New Players:​

After the transition date, new players will need to purchase the game for $14.99.

Thank you for your understanding and for being a part of the Sky Is Arrows journey. Your feedback and support means the world!

Best regards,
Yale
Developer, Sky Is Arrows

But it’s already mid-December.

 

[balloonshark]

But it’s already mid-December.

Thanks and fixed. The copy/paste monster got me .

 

[balloonshark]

*** The Epic Games holiday giveaway a day has begun. Check back daily for giveaways. ***

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Vampire Survivors (Action-Adventure, Indie, Rogue-Lite) is free from Epic games from now until 12/20/2024 at 11:00 AM. Today Only!.

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Download a free game or join a free-to-play game community today!

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Chicken Assassin: Reloaded is free from GOG. The offer ends in 69 hours. Scroll down the page a bit to see the giveaway banner. (Action, Role-playing, Fighting)

GOG.com

Download the best classic and new games on Windows, Mac & Linux. A vast selection of titles, DRM-free, with free goodies and 30-day money-back guarantee.

www.gog.com

Game information only: https://www.gog.com/en/game/chicken_assassin_reloaded

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ScourgeBringer (Indie, Action, Adventure, Pixel Graphics, 2D, +) Is free to grab from Fanatical for the next 2 days and 7 hours. * You must subscribe to their email newsletter and link a valid Steam account to grab your Steam key.

https://www.fanatical.com/en/game/scourge-bringer

Steam reviews: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1037020/ScourgeBringer/

 

[balloonshark]

*** The Epic Games holiday giveaway a day has begun. Check back daily for giveaways. ***

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Astrea: Six Sided Oracles (Adventure, Card Game) is free from Epic games from now until 12/21/2024 at 11:00 AM. Today Only!.

Get A Free Game Every Week | Epic Games Store

Download a free game or join a free-to-play game community today!

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Black Desert (MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Open World +) is free to keep when you get it before Jan 6, 2025 @ 1:00pm.

Black Desert on Steam

Played by over 20 million Adventurers - Black Desert Online is an open-world, action MMORPG. Experience intense, action-packed combat, battle massive world bosses, fight alongside friends to siege and conquer castles, and train in professions such as fishing, trading, crafting, cooking, and more!

store.steampowered.com

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Distant Space 2 (Action, Adventure, Indie, Casual, Arcade +) is free to keep when you get it before Dec 24 @ 10:00am.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/729460/Distant_Space_2/

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Epic Games - Holiday Sale Free Add-On Giveaways (Click the "Claim Now" buttons to grab the DLC. Some of the games require the base game and all of those were free.)

As part of their Holiday Sale (for a limited time), Epic Games has some Free Add-on Giveaways, including the following:

Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms - Grymforge Karlach Party Pack [epicgames.com]
Rawmen - Seasoning's Greetings Bundle [epicgames.com]
Disney Speedstorm - Monochromatic Pack – Racer Olaf [epicgames.com]
Asphalt 8 - Car Bundle 435 [epicgames.com]
World of Warships - Emden Mega Resource Pack [epicgames.com]
Neverwinter - Epic Starter Pack [epicgames.com]
Star Trek Online - Epic Starter Pack Bundle [epicgames.com]
Path of Exile - Winter Dragon Footprints [epicgames.com]

Get A Free Game Every Week | Epic Games Store

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[gorobei]

today's epic free game: Terra Tech

https://store.epicgames.com/en-US/p/terratech-02ab0a

some sort of open world vehicle crafting survival game with online competitive.