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February 1, 2026

Steam Opens the Gates: Four Major PC Games Are Free to Play This Weekend

Steam is currently offering free access to four PC games: Fallout 76, Deep Rock Galactic, Dead by Daylight, and Grounded 2. The free access for Deep Rock Galactic, Dead by Daylight, and Grounded 2 lasts until February 2, while Fallout 76 is available for free until February 5. After the promotional period, players will need to purchase the games to retain access. Discounts are available for those interested in buying: Fallout 76 is 80% off, Dead by Daylight is 60% off, and Deep Rock Galactic is 70% off. Grounded 2 is not included in the discount promotion.

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January 30, 2026

Weekend PC Download Deals for Jan. 30: Steam Board Game Fest

The Steam Board Game Fest 2026 features deals on tabletop-style video games, showcasing titles that reflect traditional board games. Steam is also offering sales on popular games from developers like Square Enix, Rockstar Games, and Xbox. A free weekend for the game Dead by Daylight is available. GOG.com is hosting a New Year Sale, while the Epic Games Store has ongoing sales. Fanatical is offering discounts on the game Cairn. Xbox Game Pass users receive exclusive discounts, and various other platforms like Gamebillet, GamesPlanet, Green Man Gaming, Humble Bundle, and Ubisoft are also providing deals and promotions. Green Man Gaming offers a coupon code for 15% off PC games, and Humble Bundle has a subscription service with monthly offerings. Feedback from the gaming community is encouraged.

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December 23, 2025

Struggling tactical FPS reinvents itself with lengthy free trial and major update that makes it a more realistic mil sim

Exfil debuted to mixed reviews on Steam at the end of 2024 and has struggled to regain traction since its release. The game is making efforts to win back its audience with a free trial from December 22 to December 31, 2025, and a comprehensive update. The update includes two new maps, eleven new weapons, nine new attachments, eight new gadgets, enhanced FPS mechanics, reworked ballistics, improved audio and visual effects, helicopter support, and smarter enemy AI in PvPvE modes. Accessibility features such as a field of view slider and colorblind modes have also been introduced. Exfil is available for free on Steam until December 31 and is offered at a 30% discount until January 5. The game remains in early access.

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November 22, 2025

One of the most expansive WW2 strategy games ever is free to play right now, and cheap to keep if you love it

Hearts of Iron 4 is offering a free weekend for players to access the base game, coinciding with the release of the new DLC expansion, Hearts of Iron 4: No Compromise, No Surrender. Players can access the game for free until Monday, allowing them to explore its features without financial commitment. The expansion focuses on the Pacific theater and introduces new historical pathways for Japan, China, and the Philippines, although it is not accessible during the free period. Community reactions to the expansion have been mixed, with only 43% of user reviews being positive, citing concerns over pricing and content. A significant discount of 70% off the base game is available until December 4, along with nearly a decade's worth of content at up to 50% off. An updated 'Complete Beginners Guide' has been released on the game's YouTube channel to help new players.

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November 21, 2025

The new Path of Exile 2 Druid class is about to transform the ARPG, and you can try it for free

The Druid class will be introduced in Path of Exile 2, which is highly anticipated by players. The new season is titled "Path of Exile 2: The Last of the Druids," and it will include new features such as unique skills for the Druid, new abilities for other classes, new support gems, unique items, and potential changes to the passive tree. A new league mechanic is expected, along with the possibility of exploring the fifth act of the main campaign and encountering new endgame bosses. The expansion will be unveiled on December 4, and it launches on December 12. A free weekend for Path of Exile 2 will coincide with the league launch, running from December 12 to December 15, allowing players to experience the game for free on Steam, with progress saved for those who decide to purchase it later.

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November 14, 2025

One of our favorite 4X games is holding an extra-long free weekend starting today

Age of Wonders 4 is available for free this weekend until Monday, November 17. The game combines 4X gameplay with turn-based tactical RPG mechanics, allowing players to customize rulers with unique cultures and abilities. Players can gather magical artifacts, develop schools of magic, and engage in turn-based battles. It features asynchronous multiplayer options for cooperative or competitive play. There is also a vampire-themed DLC and a limited-time sale on Steam, offering the game at 50% off its regular price. The free trial primarily includes the base game, providing players with a wealth of content to explore.

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October 24, 2025

A true co-op gem, 96%-rated Steam looter shooter is free for the weekend, and cheap to keep if you love it

Gunfire Reborn is a run-based looter shooter available for free on Steam from October 24 to October 27. The game features a new expansion, Echoes from Primal Grove, which introduces two new characters, Yoyo and Cang Jue, as well as new weapons like the Drift Shard bow and Jackpot shotgun. An update adds the Twilight Grove zone, accessible after clearing the Duo Fjord five times. The base game is currently discounted by 45% until November 6, priced at .99/£8.51, while the new DLC is available for .99/£4.67 with a 10% discount until November 5. Gunfire Reborn is Steam Deck Verified.

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October 12, 2025

Weekend PC Download Deals for Oct. 10: Battle.net Spooktacular Savings

Blizzard's Battle.net is hosting a Spooktacular Savings sale featuring discounts on titles like Diablo and StarCraft, as well as Xbox games including DOOM: The Dark Ages and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4. Borderlands 4 is available at discounted prices through retailers like Humble Store, Green Man Gaming, and Fanatical, which also offers early discounts on Silent Hill f and a launch deal on Absolum. Gamebillet has deals on LEGO Voyagers and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Valve's platform has first-time discounts on Gears of War Reloaded and Ninja Gaiden Ragebound, along with a free weekend for PowerWash Simulator. Xbox Game Pass users can access extra discounts on select titles. Green Man Gaming offers a 15% discount on PC games with the coupon code OCT15, and titles like RoboCop: Rogue City and Old World are available for purchase. Humble Choice subscription for .99 per month provides access to titles like Atomic Heart and V Rising, with tiered offers for additional games.

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October 11, 2025

Cleanse-’em-up PowerWash Simulator is free to play this weekend, so go try the first game to cross over with both Warhammer 40,000 and Wallace & Gromit

PowerWash Simulator has received over 35,000 user reviews on Steam, with an Overwhelmingly Positive rating. A free weekend is available until October 13, allowing players to access 38 career jobs and initial content packs, though it does not include all downloadable content. The game has been praised for its potential for future developments and is recognized as a popular choice for relaxation and engaging gameplay.

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September 12, 2025

Tactical co-op shooter with 100-player battles and a bit of base building changes engine, updates classic map, and goes free to play

Squad has undergone a significant update with the release of version 9.0, which includes a transition to Unreal Engine 5.5, enhancing audio and physics through Chaos Physics and Metasounds. The update features a revamped lighting system and a remade, larger Al-Basrah map with increased detail. A new commendation system has been introduced to reward positive player contributions. Additional improvements include refinements across factions, firearm design, vehicle performance, updates to skirmish mode, new weapon skin packs, emotes, and various bug fixes. The game is currently available for free on Steam until September 15, with a 60% discount reducing its price to .99.