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PC gamers can grab a sci-fi hit in 7 day time-limited free offer
AppWizard
September 4, 2026

PC gamers can grab a sci-fi hit in 7 day time-limited free offer

The Epic Games Store offers a selection of free games every Thursday. This week, players can claim the game Alone With You for free until 4 PM BST on Thursday, September 10. Alone With You, developed by BancyCo and launched in 2017, is an adventure game set in a doomed space colony, featuring a robot AI companion. The game typically retails for .99 and takes approximately 6.5 hours to complete the main storyline, or 11.5 hours for full exploration. It has a 'Mostly Positive' rating of 78% on Steam, with players praising its puzzle elements and narrative. Once claimed, the game remains in the player's library, but it is only available for PC.
Free PC game giveaway will save $20, one for Baldur's Gate 3 players
AppWizard
July 24, 2026

Free PC game giveaway will save $20, one for Baldur’s Gate 3 players

The Epic Games Store is offering the game Foretales for free from July 23 until July 30 at 4 PM BST. The game can be downloaded from the Epic Games Store and is yours to keep indefinitely. Foretales is a story-driven card game with turn-based combat, set in a fantasy realm, and features a narrative about a thief named Volepain who must stop a curse. It has a retail price of .99 and is also available on Steam for .99 until July 28. Foretales has a Metacritic score of 74 and an 86% rating on Steam, with gameplay lasting approximately 15 hours for the main story, 20.5 hours including side quests, and up to 32 hours for completionists. The game is narrated by Travis Willingham.
One of the best sci-fi strategy games of 2004 is free in GOG's Summer Sale
AppWizard
July 3, 2026

One of the best sci-fi strategy games of 2004 is free in GOG’s Summer Sale

Nexus: The Jupiter Incident is a tactical fleet simulator set in a sci-fi universe, released in April 2005 and received an 83% review score from PC Gamer. It is currently available for free on GOG until July 6 as part of the Summer Sale. The game's narrative takes place 60 years after the events surrounding Noah's Ark, focusing on Captain Marcus Cromwell amidst a conflict among megacorporations. The GOG Summer Sale runs until July 9, offering various games at discounted prices.
Free PC Game Is A Must-Play For P.T Fans, But Only Available For A Limited Time
AppWizard
July 3, 2026

Free PC Game Is A Must-Play For P.T Fans, But Only Available For A Limited Time

A new indie horror game titled Nightbell, inspired by the cancelled Konami project P.T., is available for free on Itch.io until July 12, 2026. The game, typically priced at £3.39 and currently discounted to £1.69 until July 9, 2026, follows a young boy on Christmas Eve who encounters a creature resembling his missing mother. Nightbell has received a "Mostly Positive" rating on Steam based on 66 reviews, with players appreciating its unique horror elements and gameplay.
2026 PC Game Now 100% Free to Keep
AppWizard
June 21, 2026

2026 PC Game Now 100% Free to Keep

PC gamers can claim a free copy of Nightbell, a first-person Christmas-themed horror game developed by True Games, on Itch.io until June 30. After this date, the game will revert to its regular price of .99. Nightbell was released on January 10 and has a “Mostly Positive” rating on Steam, with 75% approval from 65 user reviews. The game features a narrative where players control a young boy on Christmas Eve who experiences a transformed house filled with strange sounds and shadows. User reviews describe it as a fun horror game with good jump scares and an interesting puzzle, typically taking about an hour to complete. This is the first time the game has been available for free.
PC 90% Rated Game Free But Not For Long, It’s Your Last Chance
AppWizard
May 26, 2026

PC 90% Rated Game Free But Not For Long, It’s Your Last Chance

Steam is offering Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 for free, a game focused on automotive repair with a 90% positive rating from over 21,000 reviews. The game allows players to manage a virtual car repair service and is noted for its detailed mechanics. The free offer will end on May 27.
One of the hundreds of Warhammer games is currently free to keep forever on Steam
AppWizard
May 22, 2026

One of the hundreds of Warhammer games is currently free to keep forever on Steam

The Warhammer Skulls event announced several new developments, including the release of Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster, a 2D brawler featuring a skaven character. A sequel to Chaos Gate – Daemonhunters was also revealed, expanding its tactical gameplay. Darktide will introduce a new character called the cog boy. A demo for Boltgun 2 has been released, generating positive early impressions. Gladius, a 4X strategy game, is currently available for free on Steam, although it received mixed reviews, with one outlet rating it 61 out of 100. Gladius is noted as the only 4X Warhammer game, making this free offer particularly appealing.
I've Tested Every Major Antivirus. Please Don't Rely on Just Microsoft Defender
Tech Optimizer
May 3, 2026

I’ve Tested Every Major Antivirus. Please Don’t Rely on Just Microsoft Defender

Securing all devices with antivirus protection is essential, and while free options can provide adequate defense, Microsoft claims that Microsoft Defender Antivirus is sufficient as the sole line of defense for Windows. Microsoft Defender has evolved since its inception in 1993, but historically it struggled against independent antivirus solutions. Microsoft argues that its telemetry is a better measure of effectiveness than lab scores, highlighting Defender's capabilities against running files, unsafe links, and unauthorized changes. However, it acknowledges that users with multiple devices may need third-party solutions, as Defender does not support non-Windows devices. Defender's phishing protection is limited to the Edge browser, and it lacks many features standard in other free antivirus solutions, such as dark web monitoring and VPN protection. Additionally, it does not utilize Windows Copilot for scam detection, leaving users vulnerable. Its user interface is also considered less intuitive compared to competitors. While Defender offers basic protection, it is not comprehensive enough for most users, who may benefit from exploring third-party antivirus options for enhanced security.
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