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| The December 27 free game could be a well-rated indie title. Pictured: edited screenshot from Night in the Woods. |
If you haven’t claimed it yet, stop reading this and head to the Epic Games Store right now. The current free game, We Were Here Together, is only available until December 27, 2025, at 16:00 UTC. After that, it’s gone, making way for the next highly-anticipated mystery giveaway.
And that next giveaway has the community buzzing. Based on a fascinating pattern from the last five years, the free game revealed on December 27 has consistently been a hidden gem worth grabbing. Let’s break down the history and see what fans think is coming next.
The December 27 Pattern: A Curated List of Critically Acclaimed Indies
Epic doesn’t just throw any game into this slot. Looking back, the December 27 freebie has been a showcase for well-rated, often beloved indie titles:
- 2024: Hot Wheels Unleashed – A surprise hit racing game praised for its fun physics.
- 2023: Cursed to Golf – A charming and challenging golf-themed roguelike.
- 2022: Severed Steel – A stylish, single-player FPS with a fluid combat system.
- 2021: Mages of Mystralia – A clever action-adventure game built around spell crafting.
- 2020: Night in the Woods – The narrative-driven indie classic that has achieved cult status. (It’s currently priced at $13.99 on Humble Bundle, highlighting the value of these giveaways).
The pattern is clear: we’re not getting a random asset flip or a forgotten relic. Epic uses this post-Christmas slot to highlight polished, player-favorite indie games that might have flown under some radars.
Community Predictions: What Could the Mystery Game Be?
Armed with this history, players on forums and social media are piecing together clues and wishlists. The consensus is that we should expect another indie title, likely one with a “Very Positive” or higher rating on Steam and a dedicated fanbase.
One of the hottest contenders is Thronefall. This award-winning minimalist strategy game has been a breakout success, perfectly fitting the profile of a recent, well-received indie darling.
Another perennial favorite in prediction threads is the brutal neon-soaked classic, Hotline Miami. Its iconic status and enduring popularity make it a perfect candidate for a giveaway that would excite the core PC gaming audience.
Other names frequently popping up include the atmospheric kingdom-builder Kingdom: New Lands, the cyberpunk retro-FPS Turbo Overkill, and the visually striking souls-like metroidvania GRIME. Notably, none of these titles are currently on sale on the Epic Games Store, which some sleuths believe makes them more likely to appear as a free offering.
For a deep dive into the community’s detective work, check out the active speculation thread on Reddit: r/EpicGamesPC December 27 Speculation.
Don’t Miss Out
Remember, the clock is ticking on We Were Here Together, a fantastic co-op puzzle adventure. Claim it before it’s replaced.
Then, mark your calendar for 16:00 UTC on December 27. Based on the track record, whatever Epic unveils next has a very high chance of being an instant library essential. Will it be Thronefall, Hotline Miami, or a complete left-field surprise? We’ll find out soon.