Epic Games Store Unveils Sixth Free Surprise Game

The Epic Games Store has introduced yet another surprise in their free mystery game series: Dark and Darker – Legendary Status. Since December 12, when The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria kicked off the event, gamers have been treated to a new free mystery game each day. Starting December 19, players have been eager to discover which game they would receive next.

If you missed the updates, here’s a quick catch-up: Vampire Survivors kicked off December 19’s game, followed by Astrea: Six-Sided Oracles, TerraTech, and Wizard of Legend leading up to today. And now, as of December 23, users can grab Dark and Darker – Legendary Status for free.

Now, Dark and Darker – Legendary Status isn’t a separate game altogether, but an upgrade that enhances the free-to-play version. This legendary upgrade offers a more comprehensive experience with features like high-roller dungeons, up to nine-character slots, a shared stash, and the ability to trade and sell items on the marketplace. Essentially, it turns the game into what many would call the ‘full experience.’ This upgrade usually comes with a price tag of $30, but now it’s available at no cost until December 24 at 10:00 am CST. So, if you’re interested, it’s a great opportunity to grab it while you can.

Here’s a rundown of Epic’s mystery games released so far:

• The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria (December 12 to December 19)
• Vampire Survivors (December 19)
• Astrea: Six-Sided Oracles (December 20)
• TerraTech (December 21)
• Wizard of Legend (December 22)
• Dark and Darker – Legendary Status (December 23)

What’s next after Dark and Darker? The mystery game for December 24 is still under wraps, but historically, Epic has tende to unveil exciting titles on Christmas Eve. In previous years, games like Metro: Last Light Redux and Ghostwire: Tokyo made their surprise debut on this festive day.

While some users have voiced concerns over the lack of teasers for upcoming titles, the selection has been quite robust with critically acclaimed games. Titles like Vampire Survivors and Astrea have been well-received, while Return to Moria and TerraTech continue to captivate their niche audiences.

As we look toward the final stretch of this mystery game giveaway, anticipation builds for what’s to come. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to exploring these free titles, there’s no telling what gems Epic Games Store will unveil next.