Epic Games Store has refreshed its weekly giveaway with Beacon Pines and We Were Here Together available free for PC users until August 13, 2026 at 11 a.m. EDT. For players in India, that is approximately 8:30 p.m. IST. Once claimed during the offer period, both games remain in the user’s Epic library and can be downloaded later.
When the current promotion ends, Caravan SandWitch is scheduled to become the next free game from August 13 through August 20. Epic normally refreshes its PC giveaways every Thursday, and the current lineup can be checked on the official Epic Games Store free games page.
Epic Games Store free games available now
| Game | Genre | Players | Free until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon Pines | Narrative mystery | Single-player | August 13 |
| We Were Here Together | Co-op puzzle adventure | Two players | August 13 |
| Caravan SandWitch | Exploration adventure | Single-player | Free from August 13 |
Beacon Pines combines mystery with branching choices
Beacon Pines, developed by Hiding Spot and published by Fellow Traveller, is a 2022 story-driven adventure built around an illustrated storybook world. Players follow Luka while also acting as the reader of the book containing his story.
The game’s key mechanic involves collecting word-based charms that can be inserted at important turning points. Choosing a different charm can change what happens next, opening new branches and revealing more about the strange events surrounding Beacon Pines.
Despite its cute animal characters and warm visual style, the story has darker and more emotional elements. The game has earned an Overwhelmingly Positive user rating on Steam, based on more than 2,500 English-language reviews.
It is best suited to players who enjoy mysteries, narrative adventures, branching stories and character-focused games rather than combat-heavy experiences.
We Were Here Together is designed for two-player teamwork
We Were Here Together, developed and published by Total Mayhem Games, is a cooperative puzzle adventure set around Antarctica and the mysterious Castle Rock.
The game is built specifically around two players sharing information. Partners are often separated and may see different clues, symbols or mechanisms, meaning clear communication is essential to solve puzzles and progress.
Players should know that We Were Here Together is not designed as a traditional solo experience. The PC version requires two players, an internet connection and working microphones for its communication-focused gameplay.
The title has nearly 5,000 English-language Steam reviews and carries a Very Positive rating. It is a strong choice for friends who enjoy escape-room-style puzzles and cooperative problem-solving.
How to claim both free games
- Sign in to your Epic Games account through the website or launcher.
- Open the Epic Games Store free games section.
- Select Beacon Pines and click Get.
- Complete the zero-cost checkout.
- Repeat the process for We Were Here Together.
- Confirm both games appear in your Epic library.
You do not need to install the games before August 13. Completing the claim during the promotional period is what matters. Similar claim-and-keep promotions have appeared before, including Epic Games Store’s free Wildgate giveaway.
Caravan SandWitch becomes free on August 13
Caravan SandWitch will replace the current lineup on August 13 and is expected to remain free until August 20. Developed by Studio Plane Toast and published by Dear Villagers, the 2024 title is a single-player narrative exploration adventure set on the sci-fi world of Cigalo.
Players take the role of a traveler searching for her missing sister while exploring deserts, abandoned locations and settlements in an upgradeable van. Vehicle upgrades help unlock new areas and uncover additional clues about the world.
Unlike many post-apocalyptic adventures, Caravan SandWitch focuses on exploration rather than fighting. It features no combat, no death and no time limit, allowing players to explore at their own pace while meeting humans, robots and other inhabitants.
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Do Epic’s free games stay in your library?
Yes. If Beacon Pines or We Were Here Together is successfully claimed before the promotion ends, it remains attached to the Epic account and can be installed later.
Can We Were Here Together be played alone?
No. It is designed around two-player online cooperation and communication. Solo players may find Beacon Pines more suitable this week, while Caravan SandWitch will provide another single-player option from August 13.
The current free offers expire and Epic moves to its next weekly promotion. Players who have not claimed Beacon Pines or We Were Here Together by then would need to purchase them later unless they appear in another future giveaway.
Anyone interested in the current games should therefore complete the free checkout before August 13 at 11 a.m. EDT, then return after the weekly rotation to claim Caravan SandWitch.
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