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Gaming is a costly hobby. Console or PC gamers alike face substantial upfront investment in hardware. Even with the hardware secured, software costs remain a significant factor. While services like Xbox Game Pass and PS Plus offer extensive game libraries for a monthly fee, many AAA titles bypass these subscriptions, leading to frequent purchases at premium prices (often $69.99 or more).
Free-to-play games offer an attractive alternative, providing entertainment between premium game releases. Many titles successfully utilize this model, and the number of high-quality free-to-play options is poised for substantial growth in the coming years. But which free games are generating the most excitement for 2025 and beyond? While confirmed release dates for many free games are still pending, several promising titles are under development and could launch soon.
Updated January 5, 2025 by Mark Sammut: As 2025 unfolds, expect a steady stream of new free-to-play game announcements, reveals, and releases. 2024 proved a strong year for the free-to-play market, and there's every indication that 2025 will continue this trend.
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