Hogwarts Legacy is free on the Epic Games Store: Here’s how to claim it permanently

PC gamers have scored a major surprise: Hogwarts Legacy is currently free to download on the Epic Games Store. The massively popular open-world RPG, which launched at a premium price on consoles, can now be added to any Epic account at no cost for the duration of the promotion.

Epic’s free-game giveaways normally feature older or smaller titles, making this blockbuster release a standout. Once claimed, the game is yours permanently.

How the free offer works
The giveaway is already live. Anyone with an Epic Games account — including those who have used the launcher only for Fortnite or past freebies — can redeem Hogwarts Legacy without paying a subscription or making any purchase. New users can sign up in minutes, and the title will remain in their library indefinitely once claimed.

How to download Hogwarts Legacy for free

• Open the Epic Games Store app on your PC.


• Sign in or create an account if needed.


• Search for “Hogwarts Legacy.”


• Click Get while the price is listed as Free.


• Complete the checkout (there is no charge).


• The game will be added to your library instantly. You don’t have to install it right away; you can download it whenever you want.