It is time to open up a brand new storybook. If you are a fan of gorgeous indie games, branching narratives, and quaint towns with sinister secrets, head over to the Epic Games Store immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Right now, Fellow Traveller and Hiding Spot are offering their critically acclaimed narrative adventure, Beacon Pines<\/em><\/strong>, completely FREE to keep<\/strong>. Normally a $19.99 game, it is currently discounted by 100% until August 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Whether you are looking for the perfect weekend playthrough or just want to pad your digital library with top-tier indies, here is why you shouldn’t miss this one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Beacon Pines<\/em> is a cute and creepy adventure set entirely within the pages of a mysterious book. You play a unique dual role: you are both the reader of the book and<\/em> its main character, Luka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Something very strange is happening at an old warehouse on the edge of town, and Luka and his friends seem to be the only ones noticing. What starts as a wholesome summer adventure quickly spirals into a suspenseful, eerie mystery that will force you to sneak out late, make new friends, and uncover hidden truths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The defining feature of Beacon Pines<\/em> is how you interact with the narrative itself. As you explore the beautiful, diorama-style environments, you will collect special golden charms. Each charm has a specific word engraved on it (like “Chill,” “Hide,” or “Ponder”).<\/p>\n\n\n\n When you reach critical turning points in the story, you can use these word charms to fill in the blanks of the narrator’s sentences. The word you choose drastically changes the events that follow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You aren’t locked into a bad choice. As the reader, you can use an interactive story tree called The Chronicle<\/strong> to navigate the branching paths of the book. Exploring one set of events might end in disaster, but it will also unlock new word charms. You can then jump back in time, use those newly discovered words on a different branch, and alter fate to find the true ending.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not wait too long to grab this one! The 100% off sale only runs until August 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM<\/strong>. Once you claim it on your Epic Games account, it is yours to keep forever.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat is Beacon Pines?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Change the story with words<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The chronicle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
How to claim your free copy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n