Epic Games Store — Free This Week
Fear the Spotlight ($19.99) — Free until October 30 on the Epic Games Store. A psychological horror thriller from Blumhouse Games, released in 2024. You play as Vivian, trapped in a haunted hotel where you must investigate a tragedy from decades past while trying to escape. The game blends exploration, narrative puzzles, and a tense atmosphere inspired by Blumhouse cinema. With Spanish subtitle support and Brazilian Portuguese UI, it is a perfect pick for Halloween week. The promotion started on October 23 and runs through October 30.
Fear the Spotlight — Epic Games Store
GetHigh.EXE (free forever until Nov 2) — An extra Epic Games promo for a first-person 3D parkour platformer with a minimalist arcade aesthetic. The challenge lies in precision jumps and navigating neon obstacle courses in a geometric environment. Ideal for players who enjoy testing reflexes and route memorization in time-trial runs. The promotion, announced on October 20, is valid until November 2, 2026.
GetHigh.EXE — Epic Games Store
Steam — Free Weekend
DeadPoly ($9.99) — Free Weekend until October 26 at 1:00 PM ET. An open-world third-person zombie survival-crafting game by TFL Games. The title combines shooting, resource gathering, crafting, and base building set in an apocalyptic low-poly world. With over 4,800 "Mostly Positive" reviews on Steam and a 78% positive score, it has been one of the most anticipated free weekend promotions this month. The promotion ends on October 26.
Steam — Free-to-Keep (Added October 23)
Four new games were added to Steam as permanently free-to-play — meaning you can claim them and keep them in your library forever:
aSc Boom — A competitive arena brawler for 1–4 players developed by an indie studio. The developer has disclosed that artificial intelligence was used to compose the soundtrack. Fast-paced action unfolds across competitive arenas with accessible mechanics.
The Residual — A short atmospheric narrative platformer about loneliness, memory, love, and a collapsing world that may or may not be real. The studio used generative AI to assist with programming and create the majority of visual assets. An artistic experiment for those who appreciate emotional storytelling and innovative visuals.
Webs of Reverie — First-person survival horror developed by Mouse Byte Studios. Explore the Ironveil Psychiatric Hospital, escape terrifying staff, and try to maintain your sanity. One of the newest horror titles on the platform, featuring an oppressive atmosphere and classic survival mechanics.
Moto Racing Manager — Motorcycle racing management simulation. Control teams, strategies, and seasons in a comprehensive management simulation. For motorsport fans who prefer the strategic side of the sport.
Xbox Game Pass — New Announcements (October 24)
At the ID@Xbox Showcase held on October 20, Microsoft confirmed a fresh wave of Game Pass additions. The main highlights confirmed on October 24:
Mouthwashing — Arriving October 29, day one on Game Pass. This first-person horror game with a PS1-style retro aesthetic has already sold over 800,000 copies on Steam and become one of the most critically acclaimed indie horror titles in recent years, earning awards at festivals. The story follows five crew members on a drifting spaceship on a secret mission. English and Japanese support.
Official announcement — Xbox Wire
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade — Coming October 29 to Game Pass. The expanded remake of Square Enix's legendary RPG, featuring 4K visuals, fast-paced combat, and additional story elements not present in the original release. Available for Ultimate, Premium, and PC Game Pass.
Eurogamer — Game Pass October 2026
The Séance of Blake Manor — Arriving October 27. A supernatural detective adventure game that is shaping up to be one of the standout Halloween releases of the year. Available for Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Scramble Knights Online — Coming October 29 to Game Pass (Game Preview). Available for Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
IndieGala — Free to Keep Forever
Last Room — A puzzle-horror game where each room is a cryptic challenge. Navigate through a labyrinth of haunted chambers testing your logic, intuition, and courage. The game blends horror, fantasy, and darkness into an interactive adventure experience. Original price: US$ 29.99.
Weekly Summary
| Platform | Game | Condition | Ends | |---|---|---|---| | Epic Games | Fear the Spotlight | Free to keep | Oct 30, 2026 | | Epic Games | GetHigh.EXE | Free to keep | Nov 2, 2026 | | Steam | DeadPoly | Free Weekend | Oct 26, 2026 | | Steam | aSc Boom | Free-to-keep | Permanent | | Steam | The Residual | Free-to-keep | Permanent | | Steam | Webs of Reverie | Free-to-keep | Permanent | | Steam | Moto Racing Manager | Free-to-keep | Permanent | | Game Pass | Mouthwashing | New (day 1) | Oct 29, 2026 | | Game Pass | FF7 Remake Intergrade | New | Oct 29, 2026 | | Game Pass | Blake Manor | New | Oct 27, 2026 | | Game Pass | Scramble Knights Online | New (Game Preview) | Oct 29, 2026 | | IndieGala | Last Room | Free to keep | Indefinite |
Original prices shown reflect store prices in USD. Brazilian availability may vary.
Sources: DLCompare — Get ready for Halloween with two free horror games from Epic Games Store, Xbox Wire — Xbox Game Pass October 2026 Wave 2, Eurogamer — Xbox Game Pass October 2026 Second Wave, The Daily Game News — Mouthwashing hits Xbox, Game Pass, DLCompare — Weekly Recap Oct 11–18, 2026 (Steam coverage), GamerPower — Last Room IndieGala Giveaway
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