Hogwarts Legacy Goes Free on Epic, Kicking Off a Massive Holiday Giveaway
Right now, one of the biggest games of the past few years is suddenly available for the low, low price of absolutely nothing. Epic Games has officially revealed its next free title on the Epic Games Store, and it’s a huge one: Hogwarts Legacy . If you’ve ever been curious about exploring the Wizarding World but never pulled the trigger, this is easily the best chance you’ll get.
This giveaway marks the first time Hogwarts Legacy has ever been offered for free. Originally released in 2023 by Avalanche Software, the game went on to become a massive commercial success. More than 30 million copies were sold worldwide, and it finished the year as the best-selling game in the United States, even beating out major annual franchises. Despite being nearly three years old, it’s still regularly played and still usually sells at its full launch price, which makes this free offer especially eye-catching.
The timing is no accident. This free release is being used to kick off the Epic Games Store’s 2025 Holiday Sale, which officially began on December 11. Players who claim the game before December 18 get to keep it permanently, and after that, Epic plans to roll out many more free titles. In total, 17 games are expected to be given away during the sale period, along with bonus “Epic Extras” like cosmetic items, in-game currency, and experience boosts across various games.
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While Hogwarts Legacy was widely praised for its immersive open-world design and magical atmosphere, it hasn’t been without controversy. The game exists under the shadow of criticism surrounding comments made by Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling. Although she was not involved in the game’s development, she still profits from its success, and that has made some players uncomfortable. As a result, the game has often been described as a “problematic favorite,” even as its popularity has remained strong.
Interestingly, not every recent Wizarding World release has found the same success. Quidditch Champions , another Harry Potter–related game, struggled to attract a large audience. Still, the success of Hogwarts Legacy has already led to confirmation that a sequel is in development, alongside several other Harry Potter projects currently planned at Warner Bros.
Beyond the free games, Epic’s Holiday Sale also introduces long-requested features like game gifting, cashback rewards on purchases, and deep discounts across the store. So even if Hogwarts Legacy isn’t your thing, it’s clear that Epic is pulling out all the stops this holiday season.
In short, if you’ve been waiting for a reason to check the Epic Games Store, this is a pretty magical one.
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