EPIC GAMES FREE GAMES
Epic Games’ regular giveaway of PC titles through the Epic Games Store continues to draw global attention, with many Filipino gamers closely tracking each week’s offer. The promotion allows users with an Epic account to permanently add selected games to their libraries at no cost, provided they claim them within a limited window. According to initial information from the store’s public listings, new free titles are typically unveiled every Thursday night Philippine time, aligning with the platform’s reset schedule. The initiative has become a recurring fixture on gaming calendars, often trending on social media whenever a high-profile release is featured. While the exact line-up changes frequently, the format of timed, zero-cost claims has remained consistent.
Launched in late 2018, the free games program was originally introduced as a way to attract users to the then-new Epic Games Store, which competes with older PC platforms. Based on preliminary reports from industry trackers, the roster over the years has included a mix of independent projects, classic hits, and occasional blockbuster titles. Many of these games would normally retail for a range of prices, but are temporarily marked at zero pesos for account holders who claim them during the promo period. The system does not require a subscription fee, only an Epic account and access to the client or web storefront. As of now, there are no confirmed details from Epic on when, or if, the campaign might be scaled back.
In the Philippines, the weekly offers are widely shared in online communities and local gaming groups, which often post reminders just before the claiming deadline. Players typically discuss whether the current free titles are worth the download and compare them with previous weeks’ selections. According to initial information from these public discussions, some users treat the promotion as a low-risk way to experiment with new genres and smaller studios they might otherwise overlook. Others note that the giveaways help stretch personal entertainment budgets, especially for students and young professionals. The growing local interest reflects a broader global trend of digital storefronts using free content to build long-term loyalty.
From a technical standpoint, claiming a free game usually involves logging into the Epic Games Store, navigating to the featured title, and completing a zero-cost “purchase” during the promo period. Once redeemed, the game is
