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The best free games on PC, Steam and more than 2020

The best free games on PC, Steam and more than 2020

We bring you a list with the best free games from PC, Steam, Epic Games Store and more from this 2020. We explain how and where to play them and much more.

You may have seen this report on the pages of Meristation and you have been encouraged to enter, but most likely you are here because an idle afternoon you searched the search engine for “free games” and (fortunately) landed here. In any case, apart from welcoming you, we want to offer you something a little different. Almost all video game magazines have free game reports (this same magazine has actually published several over the years) it is a popular topic that always arouses interest and curiosity in a wide range of veteran and novice players. But the majority of reports of this type are limited to releasing a more or less long stream of names – almost all the same – with a description, and that’s it. Without detracting from the work carried out by these texts and their usefulness to thousands of readers, we want to do something different with this article.

We will give some proper names, yes, but in addition to that we will explain the different alternatives that the PC player has to play for free, the places of reference, the differences between the payment models and, ultimately, we are not only going to leave a list of names, we will also “teach how to fish”, leaving the means for the reader to start their own search for free games and find what they are looking for, because the alternatives are many and go beyond the Fortnite or the DOTA on duty.

“Free” does not mean the same everywhere

For those who are completely new and are not familiar with this topic, some basic notions. The first thing is that, yes, with a computer you can play thousands of games completely free (legally). But there are different types of “free” that could be classified by their English name: “Free to Play”, “Pay What You Want” and “Free”. The “Free to Play” or “F2P” are games that you can play for free, but that have payment options, either to access certain content, either to unlock characters or skins, or to progress faster, depending of the game and its model that is something that must be investigated well before investing much time in it. The “Pay What You Want” are titles with voluntary payment of an indie and experimental nature, made by developers who are learning, experimenting or who simply wanted to embark on a small and fast project, without all the baggage that comes to market; They are completely free but, optionally, if you are very satisfied with the experience or just think they deserve it, you can leave a tip for the work done. In the third category are the “free” or freeware games, free games without more, which may be titles that their creators have left for free for any reason -search for notoriety for future projects, love of art … – or games that were of payment in the past but that now its managers leave as free when they understand that their business cycle has ended.

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Doom was the great flag of the shareware movement

They are not the only alternatives to play for free on PC. In the past, what came to be called “shareware” became very popular, codes that were distributed free of charge with a portion of the game available and that left the possibility of unlocking the complete game for payment if the interested party had enjoyed the experience; Classics like Doom were born as part of this phenomenon. Its current equivalent would be in some MMORPGs such as World of Warcraft or Final Fantasy XIV, which allow you to play for free with up to a certain level before starting to ask for a monthly fee to continue. Then there are the demos, very popular a few years ago even for large productions, but which have now been left in a smaller role – although they are still an interesting alternative to try a wide variety of modest productions. And finally there is the most current iteration of the demo, which are limited in time and do include more commercial and multiplayer games – on Steam there are usually one or more of these temporary demos every weekend. In any case, remember that in the demo chapter, during these days you can access Steam to play different games that will be available on a limited basis about games that will arrive soon. This is the case of the Windjammers 2 demo, which is available until June 22, but more will be published during these summer days. The best way to access this type of content is to be attentive to the news that is being announced in the different related events that are coming out during these weeks.

The most popular free PC games

These are some of the most played and popular free games of the moment, with those names well known by many but which should be kept in mind for new readers who join and want to know immediate options.

Fortnite: Battle Royale

  • To play

A true phenomenon that brings together millions of players and spectators every week. Fortnite is actually made up of two parts: Save the World, the original paid concept, which is a mix between team shooting game and Minecraft, and Battle Royale, which is the free part (and played by the vast majority of the user base), which is an all against all among 100 players in which the objective is to be the only survivor. Its casual tone, its dynamism, how easy it is to start playing and the great flexibility provided by the construction system are some of the features that distinguish it from others. The Battle Royale mode is, as we said, free with micropayments of a purely aesthetic nature.

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League of Legends

  • To play

The game that sparked the MOBA fever, knowing how to take advantage of the popularity of the Defense of the Ancients mod for Warcraft III and reinterpreting his ideas to bring them to the general public. From this root, a global game has been born, whose world and characters continue in permanent conceptual and aesthetic expansion. It’s a demanding game to start with as you team up with four other players and take on five others, choosing from a wide range of characters with unique abilities, making it easy to feel overwhelmed by all the possibilities, details to learn, and the own pace of battle. Of course, once inside, it is a title that leaves you trapped for years. It is free and you can play for years without paying a euro, but you have to accumulate “blue essence” ingame, or pay, if you want to play with a specific champion. The selection of free champions is changing and it is perfectly functional to play with them, but in order to choose you need time or the fast way to pay.

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DOTA 2

  • To play

IceFrog, one of the main creatives behind the Defense of the Ancients mod, signed for Valve to create DOTA 2, the great rival of League of Legends in the MOBA genre and the most established alternative to it. The concept is the same: two teams of five facing each other on a map, aiming to take down rival defenses and take down their base. It is even more complex than its rival, more strategic and with many concepts to learn to be competitive, but equally irresistible once it is mastered and you have a stable team to play with. Unlike LOL, in DOTA 2 and you can access any champion among the 117 there are without putting money, although paying a monthly subscription has certain advantages such as access to the paid amateur Battle Cup tournament and a game assistant that can mark the It makes a difference when it comes to making good decisions in your game and trajectory – it is not essential at all, but if you are clear that you are going to play DOTA 2 for a long time, it can be a useful service.

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SMITE

  • To play

Dota 2 and League of Legends are the two great alternatives within MOBA / ARTS, but they are not the only ones. SMITE has managed to gain a foothold by betting on its own values ​​that make it a solid and sufficiently independent alternative. A different camera and control system, more focused on giving direct action to the player, give the title a different personality compared to the quasi-RTS action of the previous two. It is also more colorful and spectacular, with great powers displayed by the gods involved in the fighting. The game follows a model similar to that of LOL, with a “free rotation” that allows us to play for free with a part of the template, in addition to the possibility of paying to get direct access to all the characters.

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Hearthstone

  • To play

Blizzard surprised with its intense card game, a benchmark in the genre. Quick, sometimes fleeting games that always leave you wanting “one more”, a multitude of possibilities to configure your deck, a style of play in which the right card at the right time can change the course of the game – although the virtue This is debatable among the most advanced players, and an effective presentation on both PC and tablets. A player can reasonably advance without paying, but those who pay can complete decks earlier, have more options, and access the latest strategies faster than those who don’t. But at the same time, many of the most powerful decks historically are made up of quite accessible cards playing for free – with a few exceptions. So it is an open debate, although everyone can agree that to start and thinking of a casual game, it is a title that can be considered free.

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World of Tanks

  • To play

Another classic played by millions of users is the title of Wargaming, which continues to be as current as ever – accompanied in addition to its “cousins” World of Warplanes and World of Warships. This F2P goes through a fast, immediate, accessible and fun formula, with a large number of tanks of different types at our disposal with which to compete in tense battles against other players. In addition, although it does not have simulator ideas, it includes a certain attraction for lovers of war history by including locations and tanks typical of World War II. With money you can unlock “premium” tanks, buy equipment and special ammunition that give you, technically, an advantage over other players, but none of that will give you a victory against a veteran player, or that’s the theory at least.

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Warframe

  • To play

Another F2P that is very worth trying is this futuristic action title in which we handle what can be defined as “space cyber-ninjas”, performing solo or cooperative missions against enemies controlled by AI. We have a wide variety of classes with different abilities, but characterized by their great agility that allows us to walk on the walls, slide and perform all kinds of tricks to avoid enemies or dodge their attacks, a feature that gives them a distinctive air in front other shooters more focused on shooting. With a very effective aesthetic and a very considerable amount of content that is always growing, Warframe is a different and high-quality game that can keep us entertained for tens of hours.

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Destiny 2

  • To play

The move from Destiny 2 to a base F2P model is great news for anyone looking for a quality shooter to play in their spare time. With the Bungie seal, which guarantees polished and very fun action, Destiny 2 offers a lot of content, an interesting story told at the level expected of an AAA, very high production values ​​and extensive possibilities for both solo play , competitive or competitive. If you decide that the base experience has convinced you, you can decide to purchase the expansions: Forsaken and Shadowkeep, which are paid.

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Dauntless

  • To play

Clearly inspired by Monster Hunter, Dauntless is an F2P alternative to the Capcom game cut in a similar pattern: a group of player-led hunters against a large and powerful creature. With each completed hunt we will have more resources with which to continue advancing and progressing, opening different combat styles depending on our equipment. It also has the advantage that it is crossplay with practically all systems -including mobile phones in the near future- making it easier to play with your group in any circumstance.

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Path of Exile

  • To play

The game that, for many, has managed to dethrone Diablo from the peak of the genre. Path of Exile is an F2P developed by fans of the genre, and it shows. It captures like no other that essence of Diablo II that escaped Blizzard itself in its sequel, it has a huge amount of content, a huge development tree and a payment model that can be considered “fair” and that does not prevent enjoying it without putting a euro. In addition to the large amount of content it already has, Path of Exile 2 will arrive in the future, as part of the same game and with a new campaign, also free. An authentic jewel that represents the best of the Free to Play model and an essential for ARPG lovers.

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Star Wars: The Old Republic

  • To play

The umpteenth re-creation of the Star Wars universe, in turn a second attempt to bring it to the terrain of lingering worlds, takes us back to the years of the Old Republic and the wars between the Galactic Republic and the Sith Empire. Bioware has been in charge of putting into practice what was learned with the two installments Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, initially responsible for the idea being carried out. Star Wars: The Old Republic allows us to create a character choosing from several different species and visits dozens of planets in personalized stories for each of the roles, with partners to dialogue with and decisions to make. The free content is very generous, it can be played alone without big problems and the story has great moments (the only downside is that it is not translated into Spanish, so you have to know English to enjoy it).

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Paladins

  • To play

For those looking for an F2P alternative to Overwatch, Paladins is one of the most obvious options. A 5vs5 team hero-shooter with various game modes, more than 40 champions to choose from with their own abilities and a fairly friendly game system for the player who wants to play for free -that is, you can pay to unlock all the champions present and future in one go, and to get a Season Pass with exclusive resources and skins-.

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Counter Strike: Global Offensive

  • To play

Almost two decades after Counter Strike dominated internet cafes around the world, the game remains extremely popular thanks to the strategy of turning it into F2P, catapulting it to become the most-played title on Steam today, with figures constants that touch the million concurrent users. Being such an established game, the introductory experience can be complicated and requires patience, time and dedication before you can feel like you are doing something relevant – for this, as in any multiplayer team game, it is always better to go with friends- . The game is free, but by paying you access games with other paid users and various extras in the form of skins and objects.

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Roblox

  • To play

With more than 90 million active users, Roblox is usually less present on video game pages than, for example, Fortnite (which has a similar number of users), surely due to its chaotic nature, which is also what gives it its charm. Roblox is not really a game, there are many, an infinity of them, it is a shared engine in which the most creative ones can devise their own worlds and games, ranging from small spaces to just hang out and chat with friends to ambitious simulations of all kinds. There are all kinds of bets, Battle Royales, mini-GTAs, things like (unofficial) Dragon Ball games, and tons of options, though each game can have individual payout options if it has reached a certain popularity.

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Dungeon Fighter Online

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One of the most popular multiplayer games in the world, DFO is a Final Fight or Street of Rage style brawler, but under an MMO progression system, which makes it have a wide variety of characters, classes, subclasses and skills. It has the advantage of a certain immediacy compared to other F2P MMOs, since the approach is quite direct and has a long way to go once you start delving into the story. It has a PVP, cooperative mode and a payment system that will give you exclusive items, help in progression and get powerful items before non-paying players. As usually happens in this kind of games, it is a matter of spending money or being patient, it all depends on the priorities of each one. The game is available on Steam, but direct use is advised.

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Apex

  • To play

The F2P of Electronic Arts and Respawn is the bet of the great software giant so as not to lag behind other alternatives in the popular Battle Royale genre. With a more serious and focused cut than Fortnite, Apex is popular with those who want to play a shooter with a certain foundation against the chaotic games of the festive Epic title. Its payment model focuses on cosmetic elements for characters and weapons, loading screens, music and other elements that can be purchased either through a battle pass or through microtransactions, so there are no competitive advantages over players who do not want to pay .

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Call of Duty: Warzone

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The very popular Call of Duty had made forays into the world of Battle Royale previously, but Warzone is the main assault: a completely free and independent game, without dependence on buying other games, crossplay between PC, PS4 and Xbox One and 150 players. spread out on a huge map, but with the clear spirit of Modern Warfare in its game mechanics and staging. A new alternative of weight in the panorama of the F2P.

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Valorant

  • All about Valorant

The new from the creators of League of Legends points very high, presenting record numbers in its early days. This reformulation of Counter Strike combined with hero shooter elements represents a return to the tactical and cerebral shooter, with a clear and evident vocation to become a reference esport that is already free of charge for any player who dares with his demanding bet. .

Team Fortress 2

  • To play

The classic Valve shooter has been with us for so long that it is already taken for granted but it is still one of the most regularly played games on Steam and is still a suitable option for all kinds of players thanks to its nine different classes and a large amount of content. free and paid with which to personalize your experience both aesthetically and playably. Some veteran players may argue that the game either needs some major changes, or directly a sequel, but for the new player, Team Fortress 2 is a whole world to discover, with an active community to accompany it (and without the initial requirement of others). games like Counter Strike).

Brawlhalla

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The closest thing to a Super Smash Bros in F2P and multiplatform model. Dubbed “fighting game and platformer” in the always trying effort to classify titles into genres, the truth is that Brawlhalla is very popular for two fundamental elements: as a game it is very complete; It has a large number of game modes, a good competitive scene and a pleasant difficulty curve in which anyone can start without feeling useless. Further. The other element is an uncomplicated F2P model: the free game incorporates a limited number of rotating characters every week and you can pay or accumulate in-game points to have access to more or for aesthetic changes in them, in a similar way to League of Legends. It is also one of the few free fighting alternatives and can be played both offline with friends / family and online against players from all platforms.

War thunder

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Lovers of the war machine have in War Thunder a good alternative with which to unleash their fantasies. Collecting vehicles from WWII through the Cold War, the Gaijin Entertianment game spans planes, tanks, and ships of different forces and eras. It has good graphics, excellent models of war machines, it lets itself play well, it has a wide variety of modes and an expansive community thanks to its crossplay between different platforms, but the first hours with it will be difficult and the pace of progression without Paying is very frustrating – a long time to unlock not just a vehicle, but a module for it that makes it fairly competitive against other players. The best thing is to try it for yourself and give it a little patience to see if it may interest you.

Dead or Alive 6

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One of the great references of the fighting world found a new life when he embraced the F2P model. We can download and play a basic version called Core, with four characters and various game modes. From there there are different options to increase your range of characters and costumes, although for a price that is sometimes somewhat disconcerting and clearly designed for players who have money in hand. But, to test and take a few hours, the core version does its job.

Killer Instinct

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It seems distant, but Killer Instinct was one of the exclusive standard bearers of the current Xbox One, resulting in a good fighting game that lacked the critical mass of players to be able to succeed. Far from giving up and adopting Microsoft’s new strategy of treating PC and Xbox as part of the same family, the reinvention of the game originally from Rare had two aspects: character expansion and improvements on the one hand; Launch of a free version by another to increase its popularity. Playing this version, without multiplayer mode, requires Xbox Live and is part of the Play Anywhere seal, making it playable from PC or console. To enjoy the complete pack, the Definitive Edition, you can pay € 39.99 or have the recommended Game Pass, of which it is a permanent part.

Plus? Much more

These are just some of the most popular names, but there are many other alternatives that we are going to try to review in a more summarized way, in order to have a broader perspective of what you can find.

Card games and F2P strategy

We have mentioned Hearthstone as one of the more established card game options, but there are other options. The most obvious one is the recent Legends of Runeterra, Riot’s card game based on League of Legends which is starting to roll out in open beta. If we want to play the father of all, we have the F2P option of Magic The Gathering Arena, a game that drinks from the classic card title and one of the richest and most complete options that exist, although those who do not want to pay have a long way to go. ahead before having really powerful decks. Also a solid and powerful option is Gwent, the precious F2P card game set in the universe of The Witcher that offers its own rhythm and mechanics that make it a good alternative.

There are many other proposals. For example, lovers of anime aesthetics have Shadowverse, the card game from the house of Granblue Fantasy, which comes with precious art and a very well-measured game, generous with players who don’t want to invest money – although we will always have some frustrating matches with rivals with loaded decks- and an attractive campaign that guarantees a good time even if you do not intend to compete. Also with a remarkable campaign would be Hex, another game that is a good option to spend a few hours entertaining alone, although not to make an investment of time in your multiplayer. We also don’t want to forget about The Elder Scrolls Legends, a good card game based on the Oblivion and Skyrim universe, but for which, unfortunately, there will be no new content in the future, which does not prevent you from enjoying the content you already have . And, as a final alternative, we can target Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links, a very solid, clear and enjoyable version of the Konami card game, with a very active community and a fairly reasonable free progression (although, as always, to advance faster you have to pay), in addition to having the plus of the characters and the setting of the classic manganime.

Outside of cards, the two most obvious and popular options are the so-called “auto chess”, a branch of the MOBA (League of Legends, DOTA2) that combines chess elements with the mechanics of this kind of games, resulting in an experience deep and with endless possibilities, which can also be enjoyed playing solo (they are individual duels, not by teams like the parent games). The two leaders in this recently invented subgenre are Teamfight Tactics (TFT), which would be the game based on LOL, and DOTA Underlords, based on the game by Valve. Both are free, they have similarities and differences, but they propose a kind of long-lasting game, which can occupy our free time for months.

Commercial games that are now free

In the previous section we have failed to mention another proposal, but which is also perfect to illustrate this point: Starcraft 2. RTS may have lost popularity compared to yesteryear, but Blizzard’s game is surely one of the best that has ever been made and now you can play a good portion of it for free. The first of the three campaigns, Wings of Liberty, is available to anyone, an excellent alternative to enjoy a great strategy campaign in real time (game of the year in Meristation). To continue with the other two campaigns already requires payment, but it is a good example of what we explain in this category: titles that originally were paid but that for one reason or another can now be played for free.

Another completely free classic RTS is Command & Conquer: Tiberian Sun, which can also be played online thanks to the work of the cncnet community. Another attractive option is The Elder Scrolls: Daggerfall, Skyrim’s grandfather and a great RPG in its own right, although it will require an effort to adapt to the mechanics of yesteryear. At GOG, the digital store that offers DRM-free games, we can find a list of classics available for anyone who creates an account, including three highly recommended for lovers of graphic adventure: Beneath of a Steel Sky, Lure of the Temptress and Flight of the Amazon Queen, which share space with the Tyrian 2000 shoot’em up, the excellent FPS Shadow Warrior or several installments and spinoff of the Ultima saga, among other options.

F2P MMO

We have previously talked about World of Warcraft and Final Fantasy XIV, which have a limited free trial period but cannot be considered “free”, and The Old Republic or Dungeon Fighter Online, which are F2P. But there are many other quality options if you are attracted to the idea of ​​permanent online gaming, since the vast majority of those on the market today follow this model, with more or less success but without monthly fees or mandatory down payments. Among the best we can find Guild Wars 2, a high-quality title with a large amount of content, excellent production values ​​and a good alternative to the best of the genre. If you are a fan of Star Trek or The Lord of the Rings, there are also two good options in this space.

From Korea we have a wide variety of persistent titles, with different flavors and strengths, among which we highlight Blade and Soul, with a more dynamic than average combat system, very colorful thanks to its art, with a magnificent soundtrack and a very showy martial arts theme. Tera is another popular and established option, with active servers and a remarkable Hispanic community. Outside the Asian country and to complete this review, we will mention three names: Runescape, a timeless MMO that has been able to renew itself over almost 20 decades; Eve Online, the great space sandbox and one of the most fascinating games that exist due to its epic PVP conflicts, which can be played for free (accepting limitations in progression); And finally, the most recent example: Albion Online, a very interesting and complete M2 F2P sandbox, whose biggest drawback is the lack of European servers and the problems that this causes in PVP for players outside the USA.

Roguelikes

A report on free games would not be complete without a genre that has given countless hours of free play to millions of fans around the world. Created by fans but with a massive influence on the history of the video game: extremely random, profound, difficult and extremely playable. Son los RPGs primigenios, cuya influencia llega a nuestros días, desde la creación de Diablo a la incontable cantidad de roguelikes y roguelites que se pueden encontrar en nuestros días.

No es el género más accesible que existe y el hecho de que usen gráficos generalmente ASCII hace que sean duros a la vista, pero una vez que entiendes sus posibilidades son juegos que pueden dar cientos y miles de horas de diversión. Entre los más populares está TOME, anteriormente conocido como Tales of the Middle Earth y que posteriormente se tuvo que transformar en Tales of Maj’Eyal, un masivo RPG aleatorio con un mundo gigantesco, rico en lore, multitud de clases y un sistema táctico profundo que hace que cada incursión sea un reto (tiene una versión de pago con gráficos más agradables pero la versión base es y será siempre gratuita, con un trabajo acumulado que abarca casi dos décadas de continuado desarrollo y creación. Otros nombres propios son Nethack, DCSS, CDDA o UnReal World (que tambi’en tiene versión de pago en Steam), todos con sus propias características, capaces de funcionar en cualquier ordenador y sistema operativo.

Y, por supuesto, qué decir de Dwarf Fortress, un juego tan importante que fue expuesto en el museo de arte metropolitano de Nueva York. Toda una vida dedicada a un juego en el que cada partida supone la creación de un mundo, con su historia, su propia mitología, sus naciones que crecen y caen, sus guerras, desgracias y milagros. Un título que ha dado millones de anécdotas, con una simulación tan demencialmente detallada que simula aspectos corporales independientes de las criaturas vivas que lo habitan y toda clase de comportamientos, estados de humor e interacciones, independientes del jugador. Tanto en el modo fortaleza, en el que deberemos construir una fortaleza enana, gestionarla y lograr que prospere -o fracasar espectacularmente en el intento- o en el modo aventura, en el que encarnamos a un solitario protagonista en un vasto mundo, Dwarf Fortress es un juego total, en constante evolución y que sería capaz de entretenernos una vida si sólo pudiéramos jugar en él. En el futuro tendrá una versión de pago con gráficos y un interfaz más accesible, pero hay opciones competentes para empezar a jugar y, una vez dominados algunos conceptos, se hace simplemente irresistible.

“Paga lo que quieras”

Al margen de los grandes juegos F2P, una manera de jugar gratis a incontables títulos lo encontramos en la comunidad indie reunida alrededor de itchi.o. Podría parecer que Itchi es otra tienda digital, como Steam o GOG, pero además de vender juegos sirve como punto de reunión para la comunidad más independiente, la que hace juegos por aprendizaje, diversión o competición a través de las múltiples jams que se celebran al año -torneos en el que hay que crear juegos en una cantidad limitada de tiempo y competir con otros proyectos-. Estos juegos, muchos destacables, se encuentran normalmente alojados en este servicio y se pueden encontrar verdaderas joyas a poco que le dediques un poco de tiempo. Simplemente hay que ir a la sección de juegos gratis y empezar a explorar las distintas categorías a través de los tags, que te permitirá explorar por géneros, popularidad, tiempo o incluso presentarte juegos de forma aleatoria. Una vez en la página dedicada al título, tendrás una descripción y un botón de “Download Now”, en el que podrás poner una cantidad de dinero voluntaria para el autor o pulsar en “No, thanks” para descargar el juego directamente (aunque si, a posteriori, resulta que un juego en particular te ha gustado mucho, nunca está de más volver para dejar esa propina).

Otras alternativas

Por último, por repasar todas las opciones, hay algunas alternativas más que merecen consideración. Por ejemplo, en Archive.org hay un fantástico repositorio de juegos de MS-DOS que se pueden jugar directamente desde el navegador, incluyendo grandes juegos de siempre como Prince of Persia, Sim City, The Oregon Trail o The Secret of the Monkey Island, funcionando desde el navegador con sólo pulsar un click. En Steam hay una categoría de juegos gratis en la que se juntan más de 3000 F2P y títulos completamente gratuitos -algunos excelentes como el reciente Star Fetchers-. La tienda de Epic reparte juegos gratuitos cada semana sólo por tener una cuenta. Y no nos olvidemos de las demos, más de 3000 disponibles en su categoría dentro de Steam, que es también otra manera de disfrutar de horas de contenido gratuito – y, de paso, conocer algún juego que te pueda interesar para el futuro-. También merece mención el proyecto Flashpoint, un intento de preservar más de 38.000 juegos creados para el formato Flash en navegador, en riesgo de perderse por la retirada de ese formato, una librería demencial entre la que se pueden encontrar horas de diversión.

Conclusión

Con el tiempo iremos actualizando este reportaje para añadir novedades relevantes, pero después de todo este repaso, esperamos que el mensaje quede patente: hay ilimitadas posibilidades de jugar gratis en esta plataforma, de experimentar, de descubrir y de contribuir a una comunidad creativa que está siempre activa. Como usuarios, no podemos más que estar agradecidos y valorar toda la gigantesca oferta que tenemos a nuestra disposición. Sólo hace falta un poco de interés para descubrir el juego apropiado para cada uno.

About author

Chris Watson is a gaming expert and writer. He has loved video games since childhood and has been writing about them for over 15 years. Chris has worked for major gaming magazines where he reviewed new games and wrote strategy guides. He started his own gaming website to share insider tips and in-depth commentary about his favorite games. When he's not gaming or writing, Chris enjoys travel and hiking. His passion is helping other gamers master new games.

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