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Updated: This article was last updated on November 5, 2026.
Flotsam and Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms are free on the Epic Games Store until Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 4:00 PM UTC (11:00 AM ET). Next up: Knightica, free from Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 4:00 PM UTC (11:00 AM ET) until Thursday, November 19, 2026 at 4:00 PM UTC (11:00 AM ET).
Free on the Epic Games Store Right Now
| Game | Free until | Normal price | Store link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flotsam | Nov 12, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC (11:00 AM ET) | $24.99 | Get it on Epic |
| Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms | Nov 12, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC (11:00 AM ET) | Free-to-play | Get it on Epic |
Free Next on the Epic Games Store
These games are confirmed by Epic for the next free window. Times are shown in UTC with US Eastern time in brackets.
| Game | Free from | Free until | Normal price | Store link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knightica | Nov 12, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC (11:00 AM ET) | Nov 19, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC (11:00 AM ET) | $14.99 | Get it on Epic |
Recent Free Games
No earlier free games recorded on this page yet. Each game moves here once its free window ends.
FAQs
When does Epic release new free games?
Weekly free games usually go live on Thursdays at 11:00 AM ET, which is 4:00 PM UTC during US standard time and 3:00 PM UTC during US daylight saving time. The exact start and end time of each offer is in the tables above.
Are Epic Games Store free games really free to keep?
Yes. Once you claim a game during its free window, it stays in your Epic Games library permanently, even after the promotion ends. You do not need a subscription.
Do I need a payment method to claim a free game?
No. You need a free Epic Games account, but no card or payment method is required for a $0.00 order.
What is an Epic mystery game?
During special events, most often the December holiday giveaway, Epic hides the next game's title until it unlocks. This page shows it as a mystery game and fills in the name once Epic reveals it.
Can I claim a game after the offer ends?
No. The game must be claimed before the end time listed above. After that it returns to its normal price.
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