PC users can grab Very Realistic Game Dev Simulator, a short simulation with a fitting title that's free to claim and keep until September 25. September has been a rewarding month for freebie hunters on PC, with several promotions across different platforms. Now, they have yet another free game to add to their libraries, but only if they act quickly.
Currently, the Epic Games Store is giving away two free games: Project Winter and Samorost 2. On the other hand, Steam is offering a short adventure called Away, which is free to keep for anyone who claims it by September 24. Joining these promotions is another indie title from a small team known to horror fans for Cherophobia, a psychological horror that made waves in 2024.
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'Very Realistic Game Dev Simulator' Is a Short Game About Making Games
According to developer Worst Event Games, Very Realistic Game Dev Simulator is a short first-person game. The core gameplay mechanic seems to revolve around using the developer's PC to simulate parts of the development process, like dealing with bugs and glitches. The game is expected to sell for around $2 USD on Itch.io, but for now, fans can grab Very Realistic Game Dev Simulator for free if they claim it by September 25. Those who enjoy the game can also support the small team behind it by making donations.
Developer Worst Event Games has mostly released indie horror games, though this simulation doesn't appear to feature any of that genre's elements. The studio's previous title, Cherophobia, was played by popular streamers like CaseOh and holds a Mostly Positive review score on Steam. Its latest release, Very Realistic Game Dev Simulator, is also receiving positive feedback, particularly from players with real experience in game development. One comment on the game's Itch.io page reads, "Honestly, as a dev, this was painfully accurate—bugs, doubts, and endless chaos."
Itch.io users looking for more free games can claim four other titles right now: Mr. Brocco & Co., Blacklist Mafia, The Brave Little Cloud, and Carlos the Taco. Fans can grab all of them by visiting the IndieGala Freebie page and adding the games to their library. It's worth noting that Very Realistic Game Dev Simulator might not appear on that page, so players need to use a direct link to access and claim it on the storefront. In the coming days, Steam is expected to give away games like 911 Operator and The Deed, while the Epic Games Store will offer Eastern Exorcist, Jorel's Brother And The Most Important Game of the Galaxy for free from September 25 through October 2.