Epic Games Mystery Games 2026: What Are The Next Free Games

Thanks to its signature Mystery Games giveaways, the Epic Games Store has gained a fierce reputation for pulling the proverbial rug out from underneath gamers around the world. The platform gives away a variety of free titles from indie gems to blockbuster AAA hits each year during the Mega Sale. And now as we arrive this year, in 2026 the hype is there bigger than ever — two mystery games drop at once.

But the biggest question should still be, what can they be?

While none of this is officially confirmed yet, we can make some educated guesses based on Epic's past, their relationships with publishers and the current gaming landscape. Weigh out the more realistic and exciting possibilities.

🔥 1. Grand Theft Auto V (Again?)

Insane — but not impossible, right?

Epic gave away GTA V over 2020 for free and it broke the internet. We had servers crash, millions of users register, and it became one of the largest giveaways in history!

Why it could return:

• Building Hype Around Grand Theft Auto VI
• Some might suspect that Rockstar are just looking to drag some new blood into GTA Online
• Epic might want to bring another event that breaks records

Reality check:

You probably wouldn’t do this, and if you did, it’s one of the best ways to get a lot of attention for Epic.

🧟 2. Dying Light/Dying Light 2 Stay Human

Zombie titles go with Epic Games giveaways like peanut butter and jelly

Why this is likely:

• Similar to both of these games, they're relatively common but even more so at sale
• Co-op Gaming Increases Impressions on Epic
• Excellent for luring in younger gamers (such as yourself 👀)

Especially the first Dying Light — it is so old that you would be able to find it for free but still so much fuuuun.

🏹 3. Assassin’s Creed Origins

This will mean we will be seeing Assassin’s Creed titles more often then not given the solid prominence between Ubisoft and Epic.

Why this makes sense:

• Ubisoft over the years has more than often gave away old titles as a promotion
• Origins is ranked very highly but not too new
• Open-world titles crush it during sales events

We have seen Syndicate and unity already distributed, following those both Origins is an appropriate next move.

🚀 4. No Man’s Sky

This is a fan-fare prediction.

Why it could happen:

• Good English example 2 = Huge come back story = Good PR
• More gameplay kills user time and keeps them on Epic
• Developers often collaborate for exposure

Epic lives for games that imprison players for months, and No Man’s Sky fits the bill.

🧠 5. Control (Return Giveaway?)

Yes, this has been given out for free before — but Epic has given away repeat games before.

Why it might return:

• Popular among PC players
• Fits the “mystery” theme perfectly
• Sequel rumors could boost interest

Its got style, its got flair, and yet even now it feels fresh.

⚔️ 6. Shadow of the Tomb Raider

More possible spinoff of a franchise that Epic has previously supported.

Why this is likely:

• Tomb Raider games were given away in the past on Epic
• AAA quality with strong story
• Caters to users of both casual and hardcore gaming

Its just the best balancing of action, narrative and exploration.

🎯 7. Hades 5

AAA games do not exclusively receive love from Epic — sometimes, it’s indie masterpieces that shine the most brightly.

Why Hades fits:

• Critically acclaimed indie hit
• Huge replay value
• Hades II early access

And this could be the "mystery game #2" as a complement to a bigger title.

💡 Final Thought: What to expect.

The Epic Games Mystery Games event is always unpredictable — which is precisely why it works.

But according to historical trends, this is the best case scenario:

• 1 AAA or high profile open world game
• 1 well-loved indie or mid-tier title

This mix keeps Epic appealing to both hardcore gamers and casual ones.