Valve ends the year in style and begins 2026 with a new selection of games offered on Steam. “Valve just released eight new games on Steam, and you don’t need a credit card to get them.” Unlike other services like Game Pass or PlayStation Plus, here, no subscription, no limited duration.
“Once added to your Steam library, they stay there.” These titles are not simple demos: “These eight games are neither time-limited trial versions nor restricted demos.” These are complete games, offered for good.
Varied genres for all player profiles
This end of year selection focuses on independence and diversity. “This is a great solution for PC gamers who want to expand their collection without spending a dime.”
Here are the 8 games currently available for free:
- CEREBRUM Remastered – 2D platform/reflection with transformation
- EvoSprout – Agricultural simulation in top view
- Dave’s Wrecking Yard 3D – Crazy heist simulator
- Decktoon – Hand-drawn deck of cards
- Kando Realm – Old-school 2D MMORPG
- Panic Room: Ghosts of the Past – Narrative hidden object game
- Steppe Rider – Educational game combining race and quiz
- Trium – Retro rail shooter for quick sessions
How to obtain them: a simple and definitive process
Getting these games requires nothing more than a Steam account. Simply visit the product pages, click “Add to Library”, and the game is yours. No hidden fees, no disguised trial version: it’s a pure and simple donation.
“The only cost is your bandwidth,” as the source article wryly summarizes. You can try them at your own pace, uninstall them if they don’t suit you, or save them for later.
The two titles to test as a priority according to the community
Among the selection, two games already stand out as the most promising:
- EvoSprout : With its slow pace and zen atmosphere, it is aimed at those who love management, crop cycles and natural evolution.
- CEREBRUM Remastered : More nervous, more complex, this platform game combines action and reflection, with real visual work.
These free games also allow developers to collect feedback, retain a player base, or even prepare future paid content. But for gamers, it’s an ideal opportunity to think outside the box.