March 2026 keeps delivering for PC gamers who hate paying full price. Right now there are free games expiring in the next few days on the Epic Games Store, and a brand-new pair of freebies dropping on March 26 that are genuinely worth your time. Add in the Amazon Prime Gaming drop hitting on the same day, and this might be the most stacked single week of freebies the month has had.
Here’s everything you can grab right now — with expiry dates so you don’t miss the window.
Epic Games Store — Grab These Before March 26
The Epic Games Store resets its weekly freebies on Wednesday, March 26 at 11 AM ET. Before that deadline, two games are still live and claimable for free:
Electrician Simulator — Free Until March 26
Normal price: $17.99
Exactly what it sounds like: a realistic work simulator where you take on electrical jobs, rewire houses, fix fuse boxes, and navigate the occasionally chaotic world of residential and commercial electrical work. It’s a niche genre, but these kinds of hands-on work simulators have built a surprisingly loyal following on PC. If you’ve ever been curious about titles like PC Building Simulator or Powerwash Simulator, Electrician Simulator scratches a similar itch. It’s not a blockbuster, but it’s legitimately relaxing — and at $0, there’s nothing to lose by adding it to your library.
👉 Claim it here: Electrician Simulator on Epic
BrightGunner — Free Until March 30
Normal price: $9.99
This one’s a bit of a hidden gem — an indie run-and-gun shooter that flew almost completely under the radar when it launched. BrightGunner isn’t part of Epic’s official weekly rotation; it’s an extra bonus giveaway that Epic occasionally throws in. The game has minimal reviews, but for fans of fast-paced arcade shooters, it’s worth a free download. Classic run-and-gun DNA, retro energy.
👉 Claim it here: BrightGunner on Epic
I Need Spirit! Off-Road Edition — Free Until April 2
Normal price: $2.99
Another bonus freebie outside Epic’s weekly rotation. This 2019 off-road racer puts you behind the wheel of three different vehicle types as you navigate rough terrain while — peculiarly — smuggling goods. It’s not a prestige title, but it’s a decent time-waster if you enjoy budget arcade racers. You have until April 2, so no rush on this one.
👉 Claim it here: I Need Spirit! on Epic
Epic Games Store — Coming March 26: Havendock & Hyper Echelon
These two drop on March 26 at 11 AM ET and will be free through April 2. Combined retail value: roughly $33. Both have solid reputations, and this is the first time either has been offered free.
Havendock — $19.99 Value
A colorful ocean colony-builder where you start on a small raft and gradually expand it into a self-sustaining floating settlement. Havendock launched out of early access in April 2025 after a year of development and has “Very Positive” reviews on Steam from over 1,400 players — which is genuinely meaningful at that volume. It has an average score of 75 on OpenCritic with a 73% recommendation rate.
If you’re a fan of games like Raft, Stranded Deep, or lighter colony sims, Havendock hits that same cozy-but-productive sweet spot. This is the standout pick of the week — a game people are actually playing and enjoying, not a throwaway freebie.
Hyper Echelon — $12.99 Value
A vertically scrolling shoot-’em-up from Swiss studio GangoGames with a sci-fi campaign and a unique “Wingman” system that lets you control two ships simultaneously. First released in November 2021, Hyper Echelon combines classic arcade shoot-’em-up action with upgrade-driven progression. It also supports local multiplayer, so grab a friend and tag in on the Wingman role.
Shmup fans will know exactly what they’re getting here — this is a solid genre entry for people who like bullet-heaven mechanics with a retro feel.
👉 Both go live March 26: Check the Epic Games Store Free Games page
Amazon Prime Gaming — March 26 Drop
If you have Amazon Prime (and most people who buy anything on Amazon do), you’re getting free games every week as part of your membership. The final batch of March 2026 freebies hits on March 26:
- Total War: Three Kingdoms (Epic Games Store) — One of the best entries in the entire Total War series. Beautifully realized Three Kingdoms China, strong campaign, and worth playing even if you’ve never touched a strategy game. This is a $60 game that regularly holds a 78 on Metacritic.
- Deep Sky Derelicts (Amazon Games App) — A comic book-styled turn-based RPG set in space. You explore derelict ships, fight enemies, and manage a crew. Cult following, unique art direction.
- Chimp Quest: Spirit Isle (Legacy Games Code) — A lighter, casual platformer. Nice bonus freebie.
- Phantasie Memorial Set (GOG Code) — Classic RPG collection. Old-school dungeon crawler fans will appreciate this one.
The earlier March batches also included some heavy hitters still available to claim: Tiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keep, Total War: Rome II – Emperor Edition, Turmoil, Mahokenshi, Sir Questionnaire, and Rebel Galaxy. If you haven’t grabbed those yet, check your Prime Gaming dashboard.
👉 Claim via: Amazon Prime Gaming (requires Amazon Prime membership)
Itch.io — Permanently Free Indies Worth a Look
Itch.io is a treasure trove of free indie games that most people never bother to check. A few that are currently free and worth your time:
- Rose and Cross — Free through May 31, 2026. A narrative indie with an atmospheric story. Normally $6.99.
- Madness Inside — Free through August 1, 2026. Psychological horror-adjacent indie. Normally $6.99.
- Neon Phonk Robots — Synthwave-soaked shooter. Free while the promotion lasts.
👉 Browse: Itch.io Free Games
How to Claim Epic Games Store Free Games
In case you’re new to the Epic Games Store freebie rotation:
- Create a free account at store.epicgames.com
- Navigate to the Free Games section (it’s in the top navigation)
- Click on the game, then hit the big “Get” button
- Complete the checkout — it will show $0.00
- The game is now permanently in your library, even after the free period ends
You don’t even need to install the Epic Games launcher until you’re ready to play. The key thing is to claim the game during the free window — once it’s in your account, it’s yours forever.
This Week’s Free Game Priority List
If you’re short on time and just want to know what to grab first:
- 🏆 Havendock (March 26, Epic) — Best freebie of the week. Grab it on Thursday.
- 🥈 Total War: Three Kingdoms (March 26, Prime Gaming) — Massive value if you have Prime.
- 🥉 Electrician Simulator (now, Epic) — Claim it before Wednesday if you’re a simulator fan.
- 🎮 Hyper Echelon (March 26, Epic) — For shmup fans, easy add.
- 📦 BrightGunner & I Need Spirit! (now, Epic) — Minor freebies, still worth the 30 seconds it takes to claim.
Don’t Miss the Window
The Epic reset happens every Thursday at 11 AM ET without fail. Set a reminder for March 26 if Havendock is on your list — it’ll be available for a full week, but better to grab it early and forget about it than miss the window entirely.
For more free game coverage, check out our full March 2026 free PC games roundup and our breakdown of the Xbox Game Pass March 2026 lineup — Game Pass continues to be one of the best value propositions in gaming right now.
Expiry dates sourced from Epic Games Store and Amazon Prime Gaming official listings. All prices are USD at time of writing.
