Want to know what the next free Epic Games Store are? We have you covered. Similar to this week, there will only be one free game dropping on August 31st – the acclaimed indie platformer, Cave Story.
The game will be yours to claim for one week only – make sure you log into the Epic Games Store via the official client or a web browser before September 7th to add Cave Story+ to your library and keep forever. Keep reading for an overview of this indie favourite, as well as what free games to expect this week.
What are the next free Epic Games Store games?
Celebrated as an all-time indie classic Cave Story originally launched in 2004 in Japan, created by one-man development team, Daisuke Amaya, who also goes by Pixel. This plucky metroidvania title became a viral hit among early 00s online gaming communities, praised for unique style and polished platforming action. Wanting to bring the game to a wider audience, publisher Nicalis worked with Pixel to create a modern release called Cave Story+ which included the following features:
- Original (320×240) graphics and upgraded “HD” graphics
- Remastered music as well as the original soundtrack
- Mix-and-match new/old artwork and music!
- Six new play modes (including Wind Fortress, Boss Rush and more!)
- Over 20 epic boss battles through Mimiga Island
- 15 levels to explore in the vast world
- 10 unique weapons to find and upgrade
- USB controller compatibility
- Four unique endings
- Future content updates
What free Epic Games Store games can I get now?
The Homeworld video game series is a renowned real-time strategy (RTS) franchise that focuses on epic space-based gameplay and immersive storytelling. It was originally developed by Relic Entertainment (Company of Heroes) and later continued by Blackbird Interactive (Hardspace: Shipbreaker).
Homeworld 3 is still planned for release and should arrive some time in 2024.
The series is known for its innovative approach to 3D space combat, its captivating narrative, and its distinct visual design. Deserts of Kharak serves a prequel to the original RTS classics, offering ground-based tactical gameplay in lieu of interstellar battles. It features:
- Origin Story Campaign: Players uncover an anomaly in the southern desert and follow Rachel S’jet’s journey to find her people’s destiny.
- Diverse Fleet: Control land and air vehicles, from nimble attack units to massive cruisers, each designed for desert conquest.
- Expansive Environments: Engage in battles across vast dune seas, craters, and canyons in maps of unprecedented scale and detail.
- Tactical Combat: Position fleets strategically for advantage and create ambushes, allowing for versatile terrestrial combat.
- Strategic Choices: Manage resources, fleet composition, and technology research, impacting your survival chances.
- Online Multiplayer: Compete solo or with friends in various modes, including ranked play, to become the most powerful Fleet Captain on Kharak.
Check back in next week to find out the next batch of free Epic games.
Source: Epic Games Store
