The Epic Games Store has unveiled an enticing opportunity for PC gamers, offering a new title for free download, along with an additional surprise freebie. Starting today and lasting until 11 a.m. ET on February 13, users can download the featured game at no cost, which they will retain permanently once redeemed within this timeframe.
Game Highlights
The spotlight this week is on Beyond Blue, developed and published by E-Line Media. This underwater adventure game, released in 2020, invites players to explore the mysteries of the ocean through the eyes of Mirai, a deep-sea explorer and scientist. The game is a spiritual successor to E-Line Media’s earlier title, Never Alone, which debuted in 2014.
Upon its release, Beyond Blue received Metacritic scores ranging from 68 to 75, which, while modest, do not fully capture the game’s appeal. User reviews tell a different story; on the Epic Games Store, it boasts an impressive 4.3 out of 5 rating, while Steam users have given it an 87% approval rating based on nearly 1,000 reviews.
In addition to Beyond Blue, Epic Games Store users can also claim the Dying Light – 10th Anniversary Bundle DLC, recently made available for free by developer Techland. This additional offering has not been as prominently advertised but adds further value to the current promotion.
Update: In a delightful twist, Humankind has also been added as a surprise free game, expanding the selection for eager gamers.
Beyond Blue:
“Beyond Blue is a single-player narrative adventure that takes you deep into our planet’s beating blue heart,” describes the official synopsis. “Set in the near future, it explores the mysteries of our ocean through the eyes of Mirai. Players join a newly-formed research team utilizing groundbreaking technologies to interact with the ocean in unprecedented ways.”
For those considering diving into this aquatic journey, expect a gameplay experience lasting between three to five hours, depending on whether one opts for a straightforward narrative or seeks to uncover every detail the game has to offer.
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