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Gaming is a costly hobby. Console or PC gamers alike face significant upfront investment in hardware. Even with the hardware ready, software costs quickly mount. While services like Xbox Game Pass and PS Plus offer extensive game libraries for a monthly fee, many AAA titles aren't included. This means players frequently spend substantial sums – often $69.99 or more – for new releases.
Free-to-play games offer an attractive alternative, providing entertainment between premium purchases. Many successful examples already exist, and this sector is poised for considerable 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 titles remain scarce, several promising projects are under development and could launch soon.
Updated January 5, 2025 by Mark Sammut: As 2025 progresses, expect a steady stream of new free-to-play game announcements, reveals, and releases. 2024 was a strong year for the free-to-play market, and there's every indication that trend will continue.
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