While has been offered for free in the past—most notably during a massive giveaway on the Epic Games Store —there is currently no permanent way to download the full game for free on PC.

Historically, the game was free to "claim and keep" on the Epic Games Store during limited-time events like the "Mega Sale" in May 2022. It is worth keeping an eye on their weekly free game rotation.

Once you own the base game, several significant updates are free, including:

Known for frequent coupons and deep discounts during sales.

However, you can still find ways to play for less or access specific free content. Current Availability & Free Content

Steam and other platforms occasionally host "Free Weekends," allowing you to download and play the full game for a few days.

Watch this guide for a breakdown of how the game's past free giveaways worked on the Epic Games Store:

If you missed the free windows, the game is frequently heavily discounted: Often featured in seasonal sales.