Epic Games Store is giving away the narrative card game “Foretales” for free until July 30. This offer targets PC gamers who can claim the title permanently. The game typically costs $19.99.
What is Foretales? It is a single-player, story-driven deck-building game. Players navigate a branching narrative using cards for actions, dialogue, and exploration. The hand-drawn art style and multiple endings offer high replayability. It appeals to fans of “Slay the Spire” or “Disco Elysium.”
How to claim: Log into your Epic Games Store account. Navigate to the “Free Games” section. Click “Get” for Foretales. The game is added to your library permanently. This offer expires on July 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time.
Why this is a dark horse hit. Polygon highlighted its “deep narrative” and “innovative card-based gameplay.” Neowin praised its story-driven nature. Unlike many freebies that are quickly forgotten, Foretales offers a complete, curated experience. Its deck-building mechanics are intuitive but offer strategic depth.
What comes next? Epic Games Store announced next week’s giveaway will include two games: “OTXO” and “Sol Cesto.” OTXO is a top-down shooter. Sol Cesto is a puzzle game. Both will be available from July 30 to August 6. Mark your calendar.
Don’t sleep on this freebie. A quality card game for zero cost. The offer expires soon. Head to the Epic Games Store and add Foretales to your library.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: How long is the ‘Foretales’ free offer available on Epic Games Store?
- A: The free offer for ‘Foretales’ is available until July 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time. After that, it will no longer be free to claim.
- Q: What type of game is ‘Foretales’ and who is it for?
- A: ‘Foretales’ is a single-player, story-driven deck-building game where players use cards for actions, dialogue, and exploration. It features hand-drawn art and multiple endings, ideal for fans of narrative-rich games like ‘Disco Elysium’ or deck-builders like ‘Slay the Spire’.
- Q: What games will be free on Epic Games Store after ‘Foretales’?
- A: Starting July 30, 2026, Epic Games Store will offer ‘OTXO,’ a top-down shooter, and ‘Sol Cesto,’ a puzzle game, as the next free giveaways, available until August 6, 2026.
Extended Reading
Sources for this report include coverage from Polygon on the game’s narrative depth, and a notice from Notebookcheck on the upcoming giveaway of OTXO and Sol Cesto.
