{
  "id": 17277541,
  "title": "Every Free Game You Can Keep on Steam, Epic and PS Plus This Week (Oct 30–Nov 5)",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/every-free-game-you-can-keep-on-steam-epic-and-ps-plus-this-week-oct",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-30T19:33:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Polygon",
    "slug": "polygon",
    "url": "https://www.polygon.com/free-games-right-now-steam-epic-ps-plus-oct-30-nov-5/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "This weekend, video game enthusiasts have plenty of options to choose from on Steam, Epic Games Store, and PlayStation Plus. Phantom Blade Zero has taken the world by storm, captivating critics and gamers alike with its successful launch. For those who prefer a different genre, Sorry We're Closed offers a narrative adventure with a touch of horror, where players navigate through a cursed neighborhood and use the power of the Third Eye to help or hinder the story's outcome. The Mortuary's Assistant, originally intended to be a Paranormal Activity game, has been made available for free on Steam, thanks to the creator's persistence and talent.\n\nFor those in the mood for a bit of Halloween fun, The Onion Voting Simulator 3D invites players to participate in the satirical newspaper's game, encouraging them to cast their vote in the upcoming midterm elections. Meanwhile, Hexologic provides a brain-teasing experience with its Sudoku-inspired puzzles, available for free on Steam until October 31st at 1 p.m. EDT.\n\nPlayStation Plus members can claim F1 25 before its monthly offer expires on Tuesday, along with the 2026 Pack expansion, set to launch on November 3. Meanwhile, Hunt: Showdown 1896 offers a unique take on the extraction shooter genre, where players explore a gritty world, hunt monsters, and defend against various threats. Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2 brings the same excitement to PlayStation Plus members, with the added benefit of online co-op mode to team up with friends.\n\nAs for the zombie-infested Los Angeles in Dead Island 2, players who enjoyed the original game will find this installment nostalgic yet fresh. With a 2023 review praising its charms, Dead Island 2 is a must-play for fans of the series and newcomers alike. Lara Croft fans can relish the remastered versions of Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation, Tomb Raider: Chronicles, and Tomb Raider: The Angel of Darkness in Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered.\n\nLastly, Monster Train 2 promises endless replayability and stunning visuals, making it a top choice for deckbuilder enthusiasts. The game is available exclusively for PlayStation Plus members from November 3, offering a Metacritic score of 87 and numerous collectibles to unlock.",
  "summary": "What's free on Steam, Epic, PS5, and Xbox right now? Here's what's free to download and keep on PC, PlayStation Plus and Game Pass for Oct. 30-Nov. 5.",
  "key_points": [
    "Phantom Blade Zero, Sorry We're Closed, and The Mortuary's Assistant free on Steam.",
    "PlayStation Plus members get F1 25, 2026 Pack, and Hunt: Showdown 1896.",
    "Dead Island 2 and Tomb Raider remastered editions available on PlayStation Plus."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}