Free Epic Games Store Titles : Claim Astral Ascent and Luftrausers Before Thursday

Two Free Action Games to Kick Off Fall in Style

Summer is fading fast, and back-to-school season is in full swing. Schedules are jammed, everyone is running at maximum velocity right now, and we completely get it. That is all the more reason to pause for a few seconds and grab the two latest free titles on the Epic Games Store. Tucking them safely into your digital library ensures you have the ultimate way to unwind as crisp autumn evenings begin to settle in. And this week's lineup is ridiculously generous : two incredible action games are waiting for you, standing tall alongside premium paid releases.

Astral Ascent : Dive Into an Astral Prison You Must Break Out Of

A 2D Rogue-Lite With Real Narrative Ambition

We are starting off strong with Astral Ascent, a 2D rogue-lite boasting a fantasy world crafted with unbelievable care. The premise plunges you straight into the Garden, an astral prison kept under tight watch by 12 formidable bosses known as the Zodiacs. Each guardian brings distinct attack patterns and deep backstories, breathing vibrant narrative depth into every escape attempt. Every single battle carries real weight, far transcending a standard dungeon crawler.

Four Heroes, Dozens of Builds, Peak Replayability

To shatter your chains, the game hands you control of four heroes with radically different combat styles. Slice through the air with the dual daggers of the assassin Ayla, unleash brutal melee combat with Kiran, command the destructive magic gems of Calie, or summon ethereal heavy artillery with Octave. Replayability is massive thanks to dozens of unlockable spells to fine-tune your builds during every run. And if you want to share the adrenaline, the entire adventure can be played in two-player local co-op.

Visually, the craftsmanship is stunning : ultra-detailed pixel art blends seamlessly with traditionally animated cutscenes, producing a visual experience that completely elevates the genre. It is the exact kind of game you boot up for five minutes only to find yourself hooked hours later.

Luftrausers : The High-Octane Arcade Shooter That Refuses to Let Go

Vlambeer and the Art of Old-School Aerial Chaos

If you need an instant surge of adrenaline, this week's second game delivers precisely that. Studio Vlambeer unleashes Luftrausers, a pure arcade shooter where you jump into the cockpit of an impossibly twitchy fighter jet. The sky erupts into flames as you dogfight against enemy squadrons, giant submarines, and heavily armored battleships. The goal is crystal clear : chase high scores and complete over a hundred perilous missions to prove your aerial supremacy.

Over 125 Combinations to Customize Your War Machine

The game's most addictive hook lies in the complete customization of your aircraft. You gain access to over 125 unique combinations by swapping out weapons, engine propulsion, and airframes. Every configuration dramatically alters flight handling, firepower, and directly interacts with the dynamic soundtrack composed by KOZILEK. It is pure old-school action designed for quick, hyper-intense sessions that are near impossible to put down.

We Do It All Over Again Next Week

Whether you choose to master complex spell rotations in Astral Ascent, smash high scores in Luftrausers, or jump into both at once, we hope you have an incredible time unwinding this weekend with controller in hand. Remember to claim your zero-dollar purchases before next Thursday : once the clock runs out, they return to full price. We will see you next week to unveil the next batch of Epic Games freebies. In the meantime, drop your thoughts in the comments if you have already played either title!