Magic Unleashed: Hogwarts Legacy is Now FREE on the Epic Games Store!

The biggest giveaway of the year has arrived! Epic Games has officially stunned the gaming world by announcing that Hogwarts Legacy, the critically acclaimed open-world action RPG, is now available to download and keep for free through the Epic Games Store.

The announcement arrived on Thursday, December 11, 2025, confirming the highly-anticipated title as the latest free game offered during the platform's seasonal giveaway event.

An Unprecedented Giveaway

Originally retailing for $59.99, Hogwarts Legacy was one of the biggest commercial successes of 2023, selling over 30 million copies globally and becoming the No. 1 best-selling game in the US for the year. The decision by Epic Games and publisher Warner Bros. Games to offer such a recent, massive title for free is a major power move that immediately makes it one of the most valuable free offerings in the platform's history.

This giveaway means players who may have held off on purchasing the game now have an immediate, no-strings-attached opportunity to dive into the Wizarding World.

What is Hogwarts Legacy?

For those unfamiliar with the title, Hogwarts Legacy is an immersive, open-world action RPG set in the 1800s. Players take on the role of a student starting at the legendary school who possesses a unique ability to perceive and master Ancient Magic.

The game allows you to:

• Create and customize your own witch or wizard.
• Attend classes and learn dozens of spells (Yes, you can finally master Wingardium Leviosa).
• Explore a massive, faithful recreation of Hogwarts Castle, Hogsmeade, the Forbidden Forest, and surrounding areas.
• Make allies, battle dark wizards, and uncover an ancient secret that threatens the wizarding world.

How to Claim Your Free Copy

The process to claim Hogwarts Legacy is simple:

1. Navigate to the Epic Games Store website or open the desktop client.
2. Locate the "Free Games" section (it should be prominently featured on the homepage).
3. Click on the Hogwarts Legacy title.
4. Click the "Get" button to add the game permanently to your library.

While the exact duration of this giveaway may vary, the Epic Games Store typically rotates its major free titles weekly. It is highly recommended that fans claim the game as soon as possible to ensure they do not miss out on this spectacular offer!