Another day, another free game on theEpic Games Store. Today’s free game isDredge, the 2023 indie horror game where you captain a fishing trawler.

The indie game was one of ourfavorite games of 2023. We love howDredgeis relaxing yet tense, with its unsettling yet inviting atmosphere setting the stage for what’s to come. Combined with its Lovecraft-inspired story and immersive environment, it’s easy to get lost in the horrors that await.

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Dredge: 10 Tips & Tricks For Beginners

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We weren’t alone in our love forDredge.The game has a “Strong” rating onOpenCritic, and its standout feature from critics ishow well it combines the enjoyable and relaxing fishing mechanics with the tense and dark Lovecraftian horror elements.

Sailing around the archipelago in Dredge

Currently priced at $24.99 on the Epic Games Store, you can pick upDredgefor free until December 25th at 11:00 AM EST. If you miss today’s deal,it’s available for 50% off on Steamas part of the Steam Winter Sale, so you can still save money.

What to Expect Next from the Epic Games Store

According to aleak from billbil-kun, 16 games are expected to be made available in total, with the final reveal taking place on January 2nd, 2025.

The Steam Awards 2024 Finalists Announced

Voting for The Steam Awards 2024 begins on December 19th.

Here’s the expected cadence of free game releases, including the titles already made available.

WHERE TO PLAY

Dredge is an indie Lovecraftian fishing game in which you sail around an archipelago, encountering all sorts of strange mutated fish, dangers on the dark seas, and mysterious artifacts.

Steam Awards 2024

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