Alright squad, if your backlog wasn’t already bursting, Steam just dropped three freebies you can claim forever — as long as you scoop them up before August 4 at 1 PM EST. And the lineup? Kinda fire. Whether you’re into sweaty roguelikes, chill retro racers, or chaotic kitchen battles, there’s something here for your vibe.
Let’s break it down like a patch note.
Free Games on Steam Right Now
1. Kitchen Wars – Brawl While You Bake
- Genre: Co-op Brawler
- Launched: April 2025 (Early Access)
- Why It Slaps: Think Overcooked, but with a mean streak. You and up to 7 friends (local or online) run chaotic kitchens… and sabotage each other. Because friendship means nothing in the heat of culinary battle. With co-op games blowing up thanks to indie hits like PEAK and R.E.P.O., this one’s riding the perfect wave.
2. DRACOMATON – Bullet Hell With Roguelike Spice
- Genre: Top-down Roguelike Shooter
- Steam Deck Friendly: Yup
- Why It Slaps: This one’s for the solo grinders. You shoot, you die, you get stronger, you repeat — roguelike royalty. It’s got hidden areas, weird weapons, and tons of build variety. Perfect for those who like their runs fast and their thumbs sore. Oh, and if you’re rocking a Steam Deck? It’s smooth as butter on the go.
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3. Barro GT – Retro Racing Vibes
- Genre: Arcade Racing Sim
- Split-Screen Co-op: Yes
- Why It Slaps: Low-spec PC? No problem. Barro GT is pure 90s arcade vibes with its retro visuals and lo-fi jams. It’s like playing a GameCube classic at a sleepover — chill, nostalgic, and easy to run on any potato rig.
Should You Care?
Uh, yeah. Even if none of these are your usual genre, they’re 100% free to keep. Worst case? You try ’em, uninstall, and go back to Elden Ring or whatever’s stealing your sleep. Best case? You discover a new favorite indie gem.
And hey, if you’re into game collecting or building that unbeatable “I’ll play it someday” Steam library? This is a no-brainer.
Bonus: GOG’s Got a Flash Deal Too
Quick side quest: GOG is running a FreedomToBuy event, dropping 13 endangered titles you might not be able to get elsewhere. But heads up — that promo ends August 3 at 7 PM CST. If you like obscure or hard-to-find games, it’s worth the detour.
Claim These Before They’re Gone
All three Steam games go back to full price (or just vanish into the void) after August 4 at 1 PM EST. Don’t miss:
- Kitchen Wars – chaotic co-op brawling
- DRACOMATON – roguelike bullet-hell mayhem
- Barro GT – chill, retro racing goodness
You know the drill. Add to library now. Play later. Or never. But at least you could.
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