2026 is off to a pretty great start. There's a ton of free games on platforms like Steam, and AAA and indie releases are already starting to flow.
If you're looking for something to play that you can sink your teeth into, this RPG on Steam might be it. Just know that you don't have forever to play it for free.
Right now, you can dive into Pax Dei, which is free on Steam. Normally, the game is $29.99, and is currently on sale for $17.99, but you can try it completely free now through that promotional period. Described as a "vast social sandbox MMO," you'll build, craft, and survive, as you play with other people in a "player-driven world."
The studio even put out a PSA, which answers pretty much every question you could have about the promo: "During this time, you’ll play on the live worlds, alongside the whole community, with temporary access to the base game. Build your home, explore the vast land of Gallia, craft gear, and join other players just like regular adventurers. Accessing Pax Dei and playing for free during the Steam Free Week is pretty easy: just select the free version of...
