Epic Games Store is closing out August with a two-game giveaway that stretches into early September, and a new pair is queued up right after. The current freebies remain claimable until September 04, 2025, at 15:00 UTC. Once that window closes, the free games section will refresh with two acclaimed titles: Monument Valley and The Battle of Polytopia.
Monument Valley is a celebrated puzzle adventure from indie studio Ustwo Games. First released in 2014, it earned multiple accolades, including recognition at The Game Awards in 2017. The game is known for serene, mind-bending levels that twist perspective and play with optical illusions, evoking the impossible architecture of M. C. Escher and drawing comparisons to Echochrome. Its minimalist art direction, gentle soundtrack, and clever, tactile puzzles create a poetic interactive journey. Monument Valley typically retails for $7.99 and carries an Overwhelmingly Positive player rating on Steam.
The Battle of Polytopia brings a bite-sized take on 4X strategy from developer Midjiwan AB. Launched in 2016, it drops you into a procedurally generated world where you guide a tribe to prosperity through exploration, expansion, exploitation, and extermination. Build cities, research technologies, and raise units as you vie for dominance across a colorful, low-poly map. It’s easy to learn yet offers surprising depth, with support for controllers, single-player skirmishes against AI, plus both local and online multiplayer. The game usually lists for $14.99 and is rated Very Positive on Steam.
Key dates and details:
– Current free games end: September 04, 2025 at 15:00 UTC
– Next free games: Monument Valley and The Battle of Polytopia
– Platforms: PC via Epic Games Store
– Availability: Free to claim during the promotional period, then yours to keep
Why this lineup is worth your time:
– A perfect genre mix: meditative, artful puzzling paired with accessible turn-based strategy
– Highly rated by players and praised for both design and replayability
– Great entry points for newcomers to their genres without sacrificing depth for veterans
How to make sure you don’t miss out:
– Log in to your Epic Games Store account during the promo window
– Add each game to your library while it’s free
– Once claimed, the titles remain in your account permanently
If you love elegant, perspective-twisting puzzles, Monument Valley is a must-claim. If building empires and outmaneuvering rivals sounds more your speed, The Battle of Polytopia delivers hours of strategic fun. Mark your calendar for September 04 at 15:00 UTC and grab both to round out your library at no cost.
