Play for Less

Let’s talk about money. There’s no doubt that for most, video games are a treat rather than something you buy every week. Spending money now has the added complication from COVID-19, as many of us are under pressures from work, on furlough, or without a regular source of income.

For most countries across the world, restrictions are meaning spending more time indoors, away from friends and family. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t ways to combat this and connect virtually with your loved ones. Whether it’s sharing a treasured game with a fellow gamer, exploring different styles of games, or looking to jump into the world of gaming – there is something for everyone.

We’ve curated a thrifty list of platforms where you can source free games, free trials or fantastic deals, so it’s one less thing to worry about if you need to escape the world for a little while…

PC

Fanatical – Fanatical have regular Steam bundles that are heavily discounted, and occasionally offer free games as well.

Humble Bundle – Humble Bundle offer discounted games, bundles, and occasionally a free game to download too.

Epic Games – Epic are well known for offering one free game a week, as well as featuring free-to-play games and discounts.

Indie Gala – Offers bundles, discounts, giveaways and free-to-play games.

Steam – Lots of free-to play games, regular discounts and sale events.

Stadia – Free trial to premier membership (cancel at any time) to access games collections.

Blizzard Net – Offers free-to-play games as well as discounted games.

Arena Net – Offers free-to-play games, such as Guild Wars.

PlayStation

PlayStation Plus – Free Trial – Sub Cost – Platform – PS4/5

PlayStation Now – Free Trial – Sub Cost – Platform – PS4

Xbox

Xbox Gold – Free Trial – Sub Cost – Platform – Xbox

Xbox Game Pass – $1 Trial – Platform – PC / Console / Mobile

Nintendo

Nintendo Membership – Free Trial – Sub Cost – Platform – Switch

Mobile

iOS – There are hundreds of free games and apps available on the Apple store – from tetris to open world RPGs, explore the store to find something up your street.

Android – Again, hundreds of free games available on Android. You’d be surprised at what you can find!

Humble Bundle – As with PC, Humble Bundle offer discounted games, bundles, and occasionally a free game to download too.

Stadia – Free trial to premier membership (cancel at any time) to access games collections.