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| Pictured - an ingame screenshot from 100% Orange Juice showing anime characters on the playing board. |
Good news for your Steam library and your wallet: another classic paid game has just dropped its price tag to zero. 100% Orange Juice, the charmingly chaotic online board game that has been a steady presence on Steam since 2013, is now free to keep forever.
But there’s a catch – you need to act fast. This isn't a sale or a weekend trial. You can add the complete base game to your Steam library permanently, but only if you claim it before December 22 at 10 AM UTC. After that, the opportunity is gone.
What Is 100% Orange Juice, Anyway?
If you’ve missed it over the last decade, imagine a vibrant, anime-style board game where friendship is temporary and card-based chaos is eternal. Up to four players (or AI opponents) roll dice and move around modular boards, but the simple premise quickly spirals into a delightful mess.
This isn't just about luck. You wield a hand of cards to attack rivals, shield yourself, warp spaces, steal stars, and twist the board’s fate. Matches are short, snappy, and famously unpredictable—a single card can turn a sure victory into a hilarious defeat. It’s easy to learn the basics of moving and card-playing, but mastering the whimsical strategy is part of the long-term fun.
The game’s longevity is a testament to its appeal. It holds a “Very Positive” rating on Steam across tens of thousands of reviews, with players praising it as a perfect, lightweight game for friends, surprisingly addictive, and a refreshing palate cleanser from more serious strategy titles.
You can find the game and claim it directly on its Steam page: 100% Orange Juice on Steam.
A Celebration with a Free Base Game
The developer, Orange_Juice, is making the base game free as a celebration for reaching 3 million downloads. According to tracking sites like SteamDB, the game, which normally retails for $6.99, has been given away once before in May 2024, making this a rare second chance.
It’s worth noting that over the years, a heap of DLC has been released—mostly character packs and booster sets that add new faces and options. Those remain paid, but the core game being free means you can dive in, see if you love its particular brand of madness, and only later decide if you want to expand your collection.
The Verdict: Should You Claim It?
In short: absolutely. If you have even a passing interest in digital board games, anime aesthetics, or just unique multiplayer experiences, there’s no reason not to add it to your library. The game is also fully Steam Deck Verified, making it a great addition for handheld play. Speaking of which, if you're looking to upgrade your portable gaming, the Steam Deck is currently available (like the 1TB OLED model on Amazon).
Once you claim 100% Orange Juice before the deadline, it’s yours forever. The game might be over a decade old, but its blend of simple rules and chaotic, card-slinging action has carved out a niche that’s clearly still worth celebrating. Don't let this second chance at a free classic pass you by.