Epic Games Store free games for November 13 tap into 2025's strongest genres

Offering 1-3 free games every week since December 2018 Epic Games Store has certainly delivered its fair share of variety over the years. In addition to running the gamut between huge AAA releases and small indie games, the Epic Games Store's free games of the week have dabbled in just about every genre of game out there, from first-person shooters to Metroidvanias and plenty in between.

With such an eclectic mix usually on offer, it's rare that the Epic Games Store's free games manage to tap into gaming's hottest genres. But on November 13, 2025, the Epic Games Store is presenting players with a handful of free titles that channel some of 2025's strongest and most popular genres.

Epic Games Store Free Game for November 13: ScourgeBringer

An Action Roguelite that joins the action of Hades 2 and the platforming of Hollow Knight: Silksong

Released in October 2020
Developed by Flying Oak Games and E-Studio
Retail price $16.99
Fast action roguelite platformer
Soundtrack by Joonas Turner

The first of the Epic Game Store's free games on November 13, ScourgeBringer was originally released in October 2020, where it was met with very positive reviews comparing it favorably to both Dead cells and Celeste. Five years later, ScourgeBringer is more relevant to the gaming zeitgeist than ever, with its fast-paced action-roguelit platformer feel reminiscent of some of 2025's most popular indie games.

With its fast-paced action combat that encourages players to relentlessly attack their enemies to win, ScourgeBringer channeling the frenetic energy of Hades 2. And with its meticulous 2D platforming mechanics and large levels, ScourgeBringer can remind players of Hollow Knight: Silk Song. Of course, ScourgeBringer also has plenty of unique features that set it apart from those beloved 2025 indies, like its vibrant retro art style and its Dead cells-inspired upgrade system.

Released: February 6, 2020
ESRB: T for Teens // Blood, Violence
Developer: Flying oak game
Publisher: Plug in digitally, dear villagers, Eastasiasoft Limited

Epic Games Store free game for November 13: Zero Hour

A tactical shooter that taps into Battlefield 6 and Ready or Not's realism

Released in September 2024
Developed by AttritoM7 Productions
Retail price: $9.99
A tactical FPS with a focus on realism
Can team up with 9 online players for co-op or play solo with AI teammates
Have one Rainbow Six Siege-like 5v5 PvP mode
18 maps
23 weapons to customize

2025 has seen the gradual rise of realistic first-person shooters. Ready or not came to Xbox and PlayStation earlier this year, and while it's far from the most realistic shooter out there, Battlefield 6 finally returned the franchise to its more grounded roots and introduced a new generation of players to more team-focused play. The second Epic Games Store free game for November 13, Zero hourcapitalizing on this growing genre.

Released in September 2024, Zero hour offers two core modes. The first sees players team up with nine online players or nine AI teammates to complete a series of co-op story-based missions. The second mode sees two teams of five enter Rainbow Six Siege-like PvP game types, such as bomb disposal and hostage rescue. In both core modes, Zero hourThe moment-to-moment gameplay focuses on slow, methodical tactical FPS action where weapon loadouts and every single movement and gunfire matter.

System

PC-1

Released: September 9, 2024
Developer: M7 Productions, Attrito
Publisher: M7 Productions, Attrito
Engine: Unit

Epic Games Store Free Game for November 13: Songs of Silence

A unique turn-based strategy game

Released in November 2024
Developed by Chimera Entertainment
Retail price: $29.99
A mix of turn-based strategy and real-time combat
3 distinct factions
8 campaign maps
Endless skirmish mode
Art-Nouveau inspired art style

While Zero hour taking advantage of the gradual increase in realistic shooters and ScourgeBringer capitalizing on the continued popularity of indie roguelite action platformers, the Epic Games Store's third free game for November 13 is charting its own course. Released in November 2024, Songs of silence is a strategy game that mixes turn-based management with real-time combat, providing a unique gaming experience that differs from many of the strategy games currently at the forefront of the genre.