PC gamers can start their weekend off right with an unexpected gift: Botany Manorone of the most calming and poetic games of 2024, is available for free download via the Epic Games Store. This title, initially praised on PlayStation 5, can now be added to your collection without spending a cent, provided you act before February 12, 2026.
The game is rated 9/10 by many reviewers and is among the best indie surprises of the past year. A subtle blend of puzzle, exploration and contemplation, it transports you to a 19th century English setting for a botanical adventure that is as intriguing as it is relaxing.
Botany Manor: a contemplative game to discover absolutely
In Botany Manoryou play as Arabella Greene, a retired botanist living in a Victorian mansion. The heart of the game? Figure out how to grow forgotten plants by solving puzzles based on the environment, visual clues and household objects. “Welcome to Botany Manor, a 19th century stately home in England. You play as Arabella Greene, a retired botanist. Explore your house and gardens, witnesses of your research, to discover the ideal habitat for forgotten plants. Cultivate each plant to unravel their mysteries…” The gameplay is simple but profound: each plant is a mystery to be solved. And the cozy atmosphere, highlighted by a soft soundtrack and elegant artistic direction, makes the experience unique.
Critical success on all platforms
Upon its release on PS5 and PC in 2024, Botany Manor caused a sensation. Critics praised both its atmosphere, its accessibility and the quality of its puzzles. GAMINGbible’s Emma is full of praise: “Botany Manor has everything you could want from a botanical puzzle game. In fact, I’d say it exceeds all expectations.” It’s not a game you rush through, but rather a place you return to again and again. “Oh, I would definitely go back to Botany Manor.”
A free game to collect before February 12
To take advantage of it, simply create a free account on the Epic Games Store and add it to your library. Once claimed, the game is yours for life. Please note, however: the offer ends on Monday February 12, 2026.
“Botany Manor is an absolute delight no matter which platform you play it on, but if the new PlayStation version tempts you, I can assure you it’s a great way to start the year.” Already included in Xbox Game Pass, Botany Manor is therefore available to an even wider audience. And at that price – free – it would be a shame to miss it.