Winter is often a slow period for new video games, but Prime Gaming intends to keep players on their toes. Since the start of the year, Amazon has been increasing the number of additions to its free games program for Prime subscribers. And this week’s vintage promises to be particularly tasty for lovers of atypical or nostalgic experiences.
Unlike some platforms that impose tight deadlines to obtain free games, Amazon Prime Gaming gives players several weeks to claim them. A formula that is attracting more and more PC users, already spoiled by the regular offers from the Epic Games Store or Steam. But this time, it’s a rare pearlpraised for its artistic direction, which is available free of charge in libraries.
Harold Halibut, the author’s game that is unlike any other
“It’s hard to resist Harold Halibut’s face.” This narrative game takes the form of a contemplative adventure in stop motionentirely made by hand. The universe, both retrofuturistic and intimate, immerses us aboard a spaceship that has been adrift for more than two centuries.
Far from the usual explosions and epic quests, the title focuses on human encounters, careful dialogues and a gently offbeat atmosphere. “This retrofuturistic adventure full of humor already has more than 1000 very positive reviews on Steam.” Offered for free this week, it stands out as a unique experience, halfway between an artisanal animated film and an author’s video game.
D&D Stronghold Kingdom Simulator, pixel and strategy nostalgia
The second game offered contrasts sharply with the poetic atmosphere of Harold Halibut. It is about D&D Stronghold Kingdom Simulatora management simulator with a retro feel, which is aimed above all at those nostalgic for the first great sagas of medieval strategy.
The player plays a future emperor responsible for building, expanding and defending his kingdom against external threats. The game uses the narrative codes of Dungeons & Dragons, while integrating a system of moral choices. “Loyalty, chaos or neutrality, the choice of approach will be up to the player to favor military victories or the morale of the people, for example.”
With its demanding but accessible gameplay, this simulator invites you to think before acting, while playing the card of an assumed retro design. A game that will appeal to those who miss the days of pixelated RTS with an immersive atmosphere.
How to grab Prime Gaming games for free
To take advantage of this offer, no code or complicated manipulation is necessary. Simply:
- Have an active Amazon Prime subscription,
- Log in to the platform Prime Gaming via browser,
- Click on the relevant games to add them to your library.
These titles are available for a limited time, but once redeemed, they remain available for life. Best of all: no immediate download required. You can activate them now, and install them later as you wish.
Prime Gaming thus continues to establish itself as an excellent complement to the Steam, GOG and Epic offers, by focusing as much on the artistic curiosity that on the video game madeleine.