Epic Games Store has been on a roll with its holiday freebies, dropping well-reviewed games on Christmas Day and again right after. Now all eyes are on the next mystery free game, set to be revealed on December 27, 2025. And if past years are any clue, players may be in for another quality pick—likely an acclaimed indie rather than a blockbuster AAA release.
Fans have been digging into Epic’s December 27 giveaway history, and the picks from recent years paint a clear picture of the kind of game Epic tends to feature on this date:
2024 – Hot Wheels Unleashed
2023 – Cursed to Golf
2022 – Severed Steel
2021 – Mages of Mystralia
2020 – Night in the Woods
While the pattern isn’t as simple as “always the same genre,” the trend points toward recognizable, well-rated titles with strong word-of-mouth. These games typically aren’t massive premium releases, but they often have dedicated fan bases. Night in the Woods, for example, has long been viewed by many players as a modern cult classic.
Based on that history, expectations are leaning toward another indie game with a solid community behind it—something that feels like a “great get” for free, even if it isn’t the biggest name in the industry.
One prediction picking up steam is Thronefall, an award-winning building-focused game that’s been warmly received by players. Another frequently mentioned possibility is Hotline Miami, a fast-paced action game that remains hugely popular and influential years after release.
Other titles being floated as potential December 27 mystery freebies include Kingdom New Lands, Turbo Overkill, and Grime. One reason these games stand out in speculation is that they aren’t currently discounted on the Epic Games Store, which some fans take as a sign they could be lined up for a free giveaway instead.
In the meantime, the current post-Christmas free game is still available to claim: We Were Here Together. It can be picked up for $0 until December 27, 2025, and the offer ends at 16:00 UTC. Once the clock runs out, Epic will reveal the next mystery free game—marking the 11th surprise title in this giveaway streak.
