When does the Epic Games free game change each week?

Epic Games free games typically rotate every Thursday at 4pm UK time (11am Eastern Time). The new free game goes live at that exact moment, and the previous week's game simultaneously becomes paid again. Some weeks there is a 'mystery game' shown instead of the title revealed in advance.

Can you claim Epic Games free games on mobile?

Yes. You can claim Epic Games free games on the Epic Games mobile app (available on Android via the Epic website, and on iOS in supported regions) or directly through the Epic Games Store website on a mobile browser. You do not need a PC to claim — you only need a free Epic Games account. Once claimed, you can then install and play on PC.

How do I claim the Epic Games free game?

Visit store.epicgames.com/free, find the current free game, click on it, and press the 'Get' button. You will be prompted to log in if you are not already. Complete the checkout process (the price will show as $0.00 / £0.00) and the game is added to your library permanently. The whole process takes under two minutes.

Can I claim Epic Games free games on Xbox or PS5?

Epic Games free games are for PC only — they are added to your Epic Games PC library, not to Xbox or PlayStation. However, you can claim them through the website or mobile app on any device, and then install them on PC later. Some games that are on Epic Games also exist on Xbox or PlayStation as separate paid purchases — claiming on Epic does not affect those versions.

Where can I track upcoming and leaked Epic Games free games?

The most reliable way to track upcoming Epic Games free games is to follow RaidLine on Telegram, Discord, or X. RaidLine posts every new free game the moment it goes live, plus upcoming game announcements and leaks as they emerge. The Epic Games Store itself sometimes reveals the next week's free game before Thursday, and leaks occasionally appear on community sites — RaidLine monitors and shares all of these in real time.

What happens if I miss an Epic Games free game?

Unfortunately, once the free window closes — typically when Thursday arrives and the next game goes live — the missed game returns to full price and cannot be claimed for free anymore. The only way to recover a missed game is to buy it at full price. This is why following a tracker like RaidLine's social channels is so valuable: you get notified immediately when a new free game drops, giving you the full week to claim it.

Does Epic Games give away free games every month?

Yes — Epic Games runs free games every single month of the year. There is no month where the programme stops. Every January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December, multiple free games are available. December is particularly noteworthy — Epic Games historically runs a special Holiday Sale event with daily free games for approximately two weeks.

What is the best way to never miss an Epic Games free game?

Follow RaidLine on Telegram (t.me/raidlinecom_en), Discord (discord.gg/6rY3TSq73f), or X (@RaidLineCOM). RaidLine posts every new free game the moment it goes live — no need to check the Epic Games Store yourself, visit Reddit, or set reminders. One follow and you will be notified about every free game, every week, automatically.

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Epic Games Free Games — How to Claim Every Week and Never Miss One

Q: How often does Epic Games give away free games?

Epic Games offers at least one free game every single week, typically refreshing on Thursdays at 4pm UK time (11am EST). During special events such as the Holiday Sale, Epic runs daily free games for two weeks straight. The weekly free game programme has been running continuously for several years and shows no signs of stopping.

Q: Are Epic Games free games permanent — do you keep them forever?

Yes — completely and permanently. Once you claim a free game on Epic Games, it is added to your library and stays there forever, even after the free promotion ends. You can install it, uninstall it, and reinstall it at any time, for free, for the rest of your life. The key is that you must claim it during the limited window it is free. Once the window closes, the game returns to its full price and you can no longer get it free.

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Epic Games Free Games — How to Claim Every Week and Never Miss One

Every week, Epic Games puts one or more games in its store for completely free — and once you claim them, they are yours to keep forever. No subscription required. No catch. Just a free Epic Games account and a few clicks. This guide covers everything: how the system works, how to claim on any device, when games go live, what happens during holiday events, and the simplest way to never miss another free game.

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How the Epic Games Free Games Programme Works

The Epic Games Store has run a free games programme for years, offering at least one full PC game — completely free — every single week. There is no subscription, no trial period, and no strings attached. You create a free Epic Games account, visit the store, click "Get", and the game is permanently added to your library.

A few key things to understand about how the system works:

📅 New game every Thursday The free game rotates weekly. New games typically go live on Thursdays at 4pm UK time (11am Eastern Time). At that exact moment, the previous week's free game returns to its paid price.	♾️ Claimed games are yours forever Once you claim a free game during its free window, it is permanently in your library. You do not need to install it immediately — you can come back months or years later and install it for free.
🎁 Sometimes 2–3 games at once Epic frequently offers more than one free game in a single week — sometimes two, three, or during holiday events, a new game every single day for up to two weeks in a row.	🕵️ Mystery games are a thing Sometimes Epic shows a silhouette ("mystery game") instead of revealing next week's game in advance. The title is only revealed when it goes live. Following a tracker means you find out the moment it's revealed.

How to Claim Epic Games Free Games — Step by Step

Claiming a free game on Epic takes under two minutes. Here is exactly how to do it, on any device:

1	Create a free Epic Games account at epicgames.com — it is completely free and takes 2 minutes. You only need to do this once.

2	Go to the Epic Games Store free section — visit store.epicgames.com/free-games or navigate to the "Free Games" section in the Epic Games launcher on PC. You can also do this from a mobile browser or the Epic Games app.

3	Click the free game and press "Get" — the price will show as £0.00 / $0.00. You may be asked to confirm payment details even though there is no charge; this is normal.

4	Complete the checkout — click "Place Order" and the game is instantly and permanently added to your Epic Games library. You can install it now or any time in the future.

✅	Done — the game is yours permanently. Even after the free promotion ends and the game returns to full price, your copy stays in your library at no cost, forever.

💡 Tip: You can claim free games from a phone browser or the Epic mobile app — you do not need to be on PC. Install and play later when you're at your computer.

Are Epic Games Free Games Permanent? Do You Keep Them Forever?

Yes — completely and permanently. This is the single most important thing to understand about the Epic Games free games programme and it surprises a lot of people:

Once you claim a free game on Epic Games, it is permanently added to your library. After the free promotional window closes — when Thursday arrives and the next week's game takes over — your claimed copy is unaffected. The game stays in your library. You can install it, uninstall it, and reinstall it as many times as you like, for free, forever, as long as Epic Games exists.

The only limitation: you must claim the game while it is free. Miss the window and the game returns to its full retail price. You cannot claim it for free afterwards — that is why tracking is everything.

Can You Claim on Mobile, Xbox, or PS5?

Device / Platform	Can you claim free games?	Notes
💻 PC (Windows / Mac)	✅ Yes	Via Epic launcher or browser — easiest method
📱 Mobile (Android / iOS)	✅ Yes	Via Epic app or mobile browser — play on PC after claiming
🎮 Xbox / PS5	❌ PC only	Epic Games library is PC-only. You can claim via browser on console but games install on PC
🌐 Browser (any device)	✅ Yes	Go to epicgames.com on any browser, log in, and claim — games go to your PC library

When Does the Free Game Change? What Time?

Epic Games free games rotate every Thursday at 4pm UK / GMT time (that is 11am Eastern / 8am Pacific). At that exact moment:

The current free game becomes paid again — no longer claimable for free
The new free game goes live — available to claim immediately
The following week's free game is sometimes revealed (or shows as a "mystery game")

If you are watching for a specific game to be free, you need to claim it before Thursday's rotation — not after. Once it rolls over, it is gone from free until (if ever) Epic features it again.

⚠️ Missing a game hurts. Because Epic games are permanently free-to-keep once claimed, missing a popular game means paying full price later — potentially £30–£60 for a AAA title. A single missed game could cost you more than a year's worth of tracking effort.

Epic Games Free Games — Every Month of the Year

Epic Games runs the free games programme every single month of the year without pause. Here is what to expect throughout the calendar:

🗓️ January — New Year kickoff The Holiday Sale usually carries into early January, meaning daily or near-daily free games around New Year's Day (Jan 1st) are common. January otherwise runs the standard weekly rotation.	🗓️ February — Standard rotation Weekly free games continue as normal. February sometimes sees tie-in promotions around Valentine's Day or gaming industry events.
🗓️ March — Spring games Standard weekly rotation. March often coincides with GDC and Spring Sales, which can bring additional free content or bonus offers alongside the weekly game.	🗓️ April — Easter specials Easter sometimes brings a short run of back-to-back free games similar to the Holiday Sale format — not every year, but worth watching. Standard rotation otherwise.
🗓️ May — Summer warm-up Weekly rotation continues. May leads into the Epic Mega Sale (typically May–June), which brings additional coupon offers and sometimes bonus free content on top of the weekly game.	🗓️ June — Mega Sale month Epic's biggest sale of the summer runs around June. The weekly free games continue uninterrupted throughout, and the sale period often features particularly high-profile free titles.
🗓️ July — Summer rotation Standard weekly rotation. July is typically a high-quality month for free games — Epic tends to feature stronger titles during summer when player activity is high.	🗓️ August — Late summer Weekly rotation continues. Back-to-school season and Gamescom typically fall in August, sometimes prompting special promotions alongside the standard free game.
🗓️ September — Autumn games Weekly rotation. September marks the start of the major game release season, which often means high-profile free games to attract players to the Epic Store ahead of big launches.	🗓️ October — Halloween specials Halloween is a major gaming event. October often sees horror-themed free games, spooky bundles, or special limited-time content tied to Halloween alongside the standard weekly rotation.
🗓️ November — Pre-Christmas ramp-up Standard weekly rotation through November, with the Holiday Sale typically launching in late November (around Black Friday). The transition into daily free games often begins in late November.	🗓️ December ⭐ — The biggest month December is by far the most exciting month. Epic runs its annual Holiday Sale with a new free game every single day for approximately two weeks — from mid-December through early January. This is when Epic historically gives away some of its highest-value titles.

Epic Games Christmas Free Games — The Holiday Sale Explained

The Epic Games Holiday Sale is the most anticipated free games event of the year. Every December, Epic switches from its standard weekly format to daily free games — a new game every 24 hours for roughly two weeks.

Key things about the Holiday Sale free games:

A new game every day — including Christmas Day (December 25th), Boxing Day, and New Year's Day (January 1st)
24-hour windows only — each game is free for one day, then gone at the same time the next day's game drops
High-profile titles — Epic typically saves some of its best free games for the holiday period
Mystery games — many holiday games are revealed as silhouettes until the exact moment they go live, making trackers essential
Runs into January — the Holiday Sale usually continues through the first few days of the new year, so January 1st and sometimes January 2nd–4th still see daily free games

⚠️ The Holiday Sale is where most people miss the most games.

With only 24 hours per game instead of 7 days, even a single day of not checking means a missed title. If you are ever going to follow a tracker, December is the month to do it. We post every game the moment it drops.

Upcoming & Next Week's Epic Games Free Game — How to Find Out Early

Epic sometimes reveals next week's free game the Thursday before it goes live — the new free game appears on the store page alongside a smaller tile showing "Free next week" with either the title revealed or a mystery silhouette.

For early information before Epic officially announces it, the community often produces leaks — these come from Epic's own store data, promotional material, or community sources. Leaked free games are not always accurate, but they are frequently correct.

Source	How early?	Accuracy
Epic Store — "Free next week"	7 days	✅ Official
RaidLine channels (leak alerts)	Up to weeks ahead	⚡ Community-sourced, often accurate
Epic store metadata / data mining	Variable	⚡ Often accurate but not guaranteed

Past Epic Games Free Games — The History

Epic Games has been running this programme for years, and the total number of free games given away runs into the hundreds. The complete archive includes everything from small indie titles to massive AAA blockbusters — the quality and value of the selection has been remarkably high throughout.

Key patterns in the historical free games record:

AAA games are common — open-world games, major studio titles, and critically acclaimed releases have all featured in the rotation
Games Epic publishes directly often appear — Epic has published several games through its own label which occasionally appear as free titles
Games repeat (rarely) — some popular titles have been featured free more than once across different years, though this is uncommon
The value is staggering — if you had claimed every free game since the programme began, the combined retail value would run to thousands of pounds
Recent games appear faster — the gap between a game's release and its appearance as a free title has shortened significantly over the years

RaidLine's social channels maintain a running log of every free game posted — a searchable history of past free games as they are announced, for subscribers who want to review what has been offered.

🔔 How to Never Miss Another Epic Games Free Game

The simplest, most reliable system: follow RaidLine on one social channel. We monitor Epic Games around the clock and post every new free game the moment it goes live — including during the Holiday Sale when games rotate daily. No need to check Reddit, the Epic Store, or set calendar reminders. One follow is all it takes.

📢 We also share: leaks of upcoming games · holiday event announcements · bonus content and promotions · Discord Nitro offers when available

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Beyond Free Games — Other Epic Freebies to Know About

The weekly free games are the headline act, but Epic Games occasionally gives away other freebies worth knowing about:

💬 Discord Nitro offers

Epic has partnered with Discord to offer free Nitro trials (1 month) to Epic users. These promotions are time-limited and require linking accounts. RaidLine posts these when they go live.

🎨 Free Unreal Engine assets

Epic regularly gives away free assets, 3D models, and tools for Unreal Engine developers via the Unreal Engine Marketplace. These rotate monthly and are separate from the games programme.

🎮 In-game items & DLC

Epic occasionally offers free in-game items, cosmetics, DLC packs, and limited-time content for specific games — often tied to promotional events or partnerships.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often does Epic Games give away free games?

At least once per week, every Thursday. During special events (Christmas, Holiday Sale), a new game drops every single day. The programme runs continuously year-round — every month, every week, with no planned end date announced.

Are Epic Games free games permanent — do you keep them forever?

Yes. Once claimed, they are permanently in your library. The game returning to paid price after the free window closes does not affect your ownership. You keep your claimed copy forever, regardless of what happens to the price later.

What time do Epic Games free games go live?

Every Thursday at 4pm UK / GMT time (11am Eastern / 8am Pacific). During holiday events, games rotate every 24 hours at the same time: 4pm UK.

Can I claim Epic Games free games on my phone?

Yes — via the Epic Games mobile app or any mobile browser. Log into your account, navigate to the free game, and claim it. The game is added to your PC library and you can install it on PC at any time.

What happens if I miss a free game on Epic Games?

Once the free window closes, the game returns to full price permanently. You cannot get it for free after the fact. The only way to get it is to pay, or wait and hope Epic features it as a free game again (which rarely happens). Following a tracker eliminates this risk entirely.

Is Epic Games itself free to use?

Yes — the Epic Games Store and Epic Games Launcher are completely free to download and use. Creating an account is free. Downloading and playing free games is free. There is no subscription or membership required to access the weekly free games.

Does Epic Games give away free games at Christmas?

Yes — this is a major annual event. Epic's Holiday Sale includes daily free games from mid-December through early January. Christmas Day (Dec 25), Boxing Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day all typically have a new free game available for 24 hours only.

How do I find out the next Epic Games free game in advance?

Epic itself reveals next week's game on the store page every Thursday (sometimes as a "mystery" silhouette). For earlier alerts — including leaks before Epic announces officially — follow RaidLine on Telegram, Discord, or X. We share all confirmed upcoming games and credible leaks as they surface.

Can you get Epic Games free games on Xbox or PlayStation?

Epic Games free games are for PC only — they go to your Epic Games PC library. However, you can claim them from the Epic website or app on Xbox or PlayStation browsers, and install on PC later. The games themselves only run on PC (Windows/Mac), not on console.

Does Epic Games give free games every month, including January, February, March...?

Yes — every single month of the year, without exception. January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December all have weekly free games, with December being especially generous due to the daily Holiday Sale format.

What is a "mystery game" on Epic Games?

A mystery game is when Epic shows a blurred or silhouetted tile for next week's free game without revealing the title in advance. The game is only revealed when it goes live on Thursday. Mystery games are common during holiday events. Trackers and leakers often identify the game before it is officially revealed — RaidLine shares these when credible information is available.

Is there a full list of every Epic Games free game ever given away?

Several community sites and databases maintain historical records of every free game Epic has ever offered, going back to the start of the programme. RaidLine's social channels also maintain a live running log of every game posted since we began tracking. Search RaidLine on Telegram or Discord to browse the archive.

Is Epic Games still giving away free games?

Yes — the programme is ongoing. Epic has never announced any plans to end the free weekly games. As of the time of writing, new free games continue to appear every Thursday with no sign of stopping. If that ever changes, RaidLine will be among the first to report it.

Do I need to install a game to claim it for free?

No. Claiming and installing are completely separate actions. You can claim a game (add it permanently to your library) without downloading anything. Install it whenever you are ready — a week later, a year later, it does not matter. The game will always be there waiting.

Where is the best place to track Epic Games free games?

RaidLine posts every Epic Games free game the moment it goes live — on Telegram (t.me/raidlinecom_en), Discord (discord.gg/6rY3TSq73f), and X (@RaidLineCOM). We also cover Steam free games, Battle.net promotions, and Twitch drops across multiple games. One follow covers the full spectrum of gaming freebies.

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