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Giving Graveyard Keeper away for free apparently earned its publisher 'almost 250k'
AppWizard
April 15, 2026

Giving Graveyard Keeper away for free apparently earned its publisher ‘almost 250k’

Graveyard Keeper 2 was announced at the Triple-I Initiative, leading to the original game being offered for free for a limited time to attract new players. This strategy resulted in nearly 0,000 in DLC sales on Steam, where the DLC is currently discounted by 80%. The giveaway successfully highlighted the sequel, which has become one of Steam's top 100 most-wishlisted games with 450,000 wishlists. Some players expressed concerns about the artistic direction of the sequel, fearing a shift to a more generic style, but developers assured fans that AI is not being used in the game's development.
Graveyard Keeper's mammoth success proves that giving games away for free on Steam works
AppWizard
April 14, 2026

Graveyard Keeper’s mammoth success proves that giving games away for free on Steam works

tinyBuild offered Graveyard Keeper for free for a weekend, coinciding with the announcement of Graveyard Keeper 2. This led to an all-time peak of 46,305 concurrent players on April 12, up from 17,000 at launch. The game ranked 47th on Steam's most played chart and reached number 39 on one Sunday. The giveaway increased wishlists for the sequel to 450,000 and generated nearly 0,000 in revenue from DLC sales, with around 125,000 DLCs sold at a promotional price of .99 each. The base game is typically priced at .99.
PC Gamers Have 24 Hours Left To Claim Free 9/10 Game
AppWizard
April 5, 2026

PC Gamers Have 24 Hours Left To Claim Free 9/10 Game

PC gamers have 24 hours left to claim a free copy of House Flipper on Steam, which has a 9/10 rating and a 94% positive rating from players. The giveaway ends at 6 PM BST on April 6th. This promotion is linked to the upcoming release of the House Flipper Remastered Collection, which will include features from House Flipper 2, enhanced graphics, and a new DLC titled Hearty Addition with over 800 new items and six new jobs. The remastered collection will cost .99, with discounts for players who own the original game and its DLCs. The release window for the remastered collection is now set for Q2 2026.
PC Game Is 100% Free on Steam for Next 72 Hours
AppWizard
March 7, 2026

PC Game Is 100% Free on Steam for Next 72 Hours

A PC game, Crowalt: Traces of the Lost Colony, is available for free on Steam until March 9. This is the first time the game has been offered for free. It is a pixel art point-and-click adventure released in 2022 by Macraft Studios, which has not released any other titles. The game has an 80% approval rating based on 80 user reviews and is designated as "Very Positive" on Steam. Gameplay lasts approximately three to five hours. The game is also available on Nintendo Switch and Xbox Series X, but not for free on those platforms. Compatibility with the Steam Deck is currently listed as "Unknown."
Excerion Sun LLC Launches Hi Stakes Market Game on iOS and Android
BetaBeacon
March 5, 2026

Excerion Sun LLC Launches Hi Stakes Market Game on iOS and Android

- Hi Stakes Market Game operates on a persistent online market with modeled market dynamics. - The platform supports a variety of simulated instruments and order types. - Price movements are driven by stochastic modeling and supply-and-demand mechanics. - AI-driven market events and sentiment shifts influence asset behavior. - Players can complete objectives for reputation and rewards. - In-game credits can be used for giveaways for physical prizes. - Multiplayer interaction allows players to observe, discuss, and contest strategies. - The game is available for free download on mobile platforms and major app stores.
PC Gamers Save $20 In Double Free Game Giveaway, Yours to Keep
AppWizard
February 28, 2026

PC Gamers Save $20 In Double Free Game Giveaway, Yours to Keep

PC gamers can claim two free games, Boxes: Lost Fragments and My Night Job, from the Epic Games Store. Players need to download the Epic Games Store launcher to access these titles at no cost. Boxes: Lost Fragments is a puzzle game set to release on February 1, 2024, while My Night Job is an action-packed beat 'em up game that debuted in April 2016. Both games have received a “Very Positive” rating on Steam. The free offer is available until March 5, 2026.
Epic Games Store announces first March 2026 giveaway with Overwhelmingly Positively rated title for PC gamers
AppWizard
February 26, 2026

Epic Games Store announces first March 2026 giveaway with Overwhelmingly Positively rated title for PC gamers

The Epic Games Store has gained prominence in the digital gaming market by offering a diverse selection of titles and exclusive content, attracting millions of users through free games. It features exclusive titles secured through partnerships with major developers, ensuring access to anticipated releases. The store's innovative business model provides developers with a larger revenue share compared to competitors, encouraging a variety of creators to publish their games. Additionally, the platform engages with the gaming community by seeking user feedback, fostering loyalty among gamers. Regular updates and promotional events further enhance user engagement.
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