The best free games of Steam for Christmas 2025

During the Winter Sale 2025, Steam activated several limited-time free promotional packages. When claimed within the available period, the games remain permanently linked to the account, at no cost.

The promotion runs between December 18, 2025 and January 5, 2026, although each game has its own deadline. Below is the list of titles confirmed as of December 23, 2025.

Free games available for a limited time

The Deed: Dynasty

• Genre: 2D narrative adventure (RPG Maker)
• Description: Investigation and crime in historical settings such as a medieval castle or the Old West. Player decisions influence the ending.
• Estimated length: 1–2 hours
• Steam reviews: Very Positive (80–86%)
• Deadline: December 25, 12:00 CST (18:00 UTC)
• How to claim: Search on Steam for “The Deed: Dynasty Free Promotional Package”
• SteamDB Sub ID: 1491901

Rat Quest

• Genre: Arcade platformer
• Description: Fast-paced and challenging levels starring an explorer rat. Designed for short play sessions.
• Steam reviews: Positive
• Deadline: December 25, 12:00 CST (18:00 UTC)
• How to claim: Search for the free package on Steam
• SteamDB Sub ID: Not specified

Undercroft Warriors

• Genre: Roguelike arcade twin-stick shooter
• Description: Horde-based combat in crypts, featuring six heroes and black-and-white pixel art visuals. Includes multiplayer.
• Steam reviews: Positive (75%)
• Deadline: December 31
• How to claim: Available directly on Steam
• SteamDB Sub ID: 1469230

Games that already expired (but may return)

Some recent titles have ended their free period, although in previous years certain promotions were reactivated during Christmas or New Year:

• Toy Tinker Simulator: Cozy toy workshop simulator (expired around December 21).
• 100% Orange Juice: Multiplayer board game with dice and cards (expired December 22).

How to claim free games on Steam step by step

The process works both on the app and the web version:

1. Log in to Steam.
2. Search for the game name together with “Free Promotional Package” or use the direct package link.
3. Click “Add to account” or “Install” (free).
4. The game is added permanently to the library.

Useful note: Steam applies an approximate limit of 50 activations per hour per account.