Free Games to Claim This Week on Steam, Epic, and PS Plus

The weekend brings a fresh batch of free games for PC and PlayStation owners. From narrative horror to satirical simulators, there's a wide range of titles to grab without spending a dime. Here's a breakdown of what's available on Steam, the Epic Games Store, and PlayStation Plus through early November.

PC Freebies on Epic and Steam

On the Epic Games Store, Sorry We're Closed is free until November 5. This fixed-camera narrative adventure blends horror with quirky characters, following protagonist Michelle as she breaks a demonic curse using her Third Eye power. Multiple endings depend on your choices, with each playthrough lasting about 30 to 60 minutes—note that saving is disabled.

Steam offers several limited-time free claims. Playable Archive is an indie horror title that originally began as a canceled Paranormal Activity game; the developer retooled it into a standalone experience perfect for Halloween. For a lighter tone, The Onion Voting Simulator 3D gamifies civic participation with absurd humor, like microwaving burritos in a digital middle school gym. Meanwhile, puzzle fans can snag Hexologic, a Sudoku-inspired logic game with relaxing music, but act fast—it's only free until October 31 at 1 p.m. EDT.

PlayStation Plus Lineup Changes

Several games leave the service on November 2, so claim them quickly. F1 25 delivers high-speed racing action, and with EA expanding the game through a 2026 Pack instead of a new release, it's a timely grab—Plus members also get 30% off that expansion. Hunt: Showdown 1896 is an extraction shooter where players hunt monsters and escape alive, offering a more purpose-driven take on the genre. For co-op chaos, Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2 tasks teams with destroying giant bugs, UFOs, and robots.

Starting November 3, the new monthly games include Dead Island 2, a zombie-slaying romp through Los Angeles with creative weapons and over-the-top action. Nostalgia seekers can enjoy Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered, which bundles updated versions of three classic Lara Croft adventures with the option to switch between original and modern graphics. Deckbuilder fans finally get Monster Train 2, a roguelite with an 87 Metacritic score, offering deep card synergies, daily challenges, and endless replayability.

These free offerings give players a chance to explore genres they might otherwise skip, all while saving money. Whether you're into racing, horror, or strategic deckbuilding, there's something to add to your library this week.

Which of these free games are you most excited to try, and what hidden gems do you think should be free next?