Hogwarts Legacy Free on Epic Games Store
Epic Games has surprised players worldwide by making Hogwarts Legacy — one of the most successful story-driven RPGs of recent years — available for free on the Epic Games Store through December 18, 2025. This limited-time offer marks the first occasion that Avalanche Software’s acclaimed action-adventure title, set in the beloved wizarding world, has been offered at no cost on the platform, allowing players to claim and permanently keep the game in their library if redeemed before the deadline.
Announced during The Game Awards 2025, the free-to-own promotion is part of the Epic Games Store Holiday Sale, which runs through early January and features rotating free games alongside discounts on popular titles. Hogwarts Legacy can be added to a player’s Epic library without charge until December 18 at 5 PM PT; after that date, it will return to its regular price. This offer coincides with wider Harry Potter-themed celebrations across the Epic ecosystem, including cosmetic rewards in Fortnite and thematic events in Rocket League tied to the Wizarding World IP.
For long-time fans of the franchise who never played Hogwarts Legacy, as well as those who have been waiting for a chance to dive into its lore, this giveaway represents an unprecedented opportunity. The game originally launched in February 2023 and quickly became a commercial juggernaut, selling over 30 million copies and topping 2023 sales charts, even outranking high-profile first-person shooters that year. In Hogwarts Legacy, players create their own fifth-year student at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, attending classes, mastering spellcasting, and exploring iconic locations such as Hogsmeade and the Forbidden Forest.
Reaction from the gaming community has been enthusiastic. On Reddit, players scrambled to secure their free copy, with many posting screenshots and tips for claiming the game, while others celebrated finally having access to the RPG without having to purchase it. Some users noted that high traffic caused occasional issues accessing the free offer, reflecting the surge in demand from players aiming to add the title to their libraries before the deadline. Comments from fans range from excitement about exploring mod support on PC to gratitude at finally being able to play a title they missed at launch. The buzz has been especially strong among communities centered around PC gaming and free game deals.
While Hogwarts Legacy has been praised for its immersive world and freedom of choice, it has also been the subject of controversy due to external debates surrounding the broader Harry Potter franchise. Despite this, the game’s craftsmanship — featuring spell-based combat, deep character creation, and a richly detailed open world — continues to draw praise from players and critics alike. With this free-to-keep promotion, Epic Games taps into that legacy while driving engagement during the holiday season.
It’s worth noting that claiming Hogwarts Legacy on the Epic Games Store does not require any subscription or extra purchases; a free Epic Games account is sufficient to redeem the title. The game will then remain in the user’s library permanently, even after the promotion ends. Gamers who plan to take advantage of this window are advised to act before December 18, 2025, to ensure they don’t miss the chance to add one of the most talked-about RPGs of recent years to their library at no cost.
