Ethan Crossfield 
PC gamers have until June 13 to claim MicroCrawl for free—an opportunity that matters because this is exactly the kind of limited-time giveaway that can disappear before you realize it. With multiple storefronts rotating free offers throughout June, the window to grab a 2023 adventure title is now.
What happened: a limited-time freebie lands on Itch.io
MicroCrawl is currently available as a free claim on Itch.io, and the offer runs until June 13. The game is positioned as a “bite-sized” point-and-click adventure inspired by 80s dungeon crawlers, making it a compact option for players who want something narrative-driven without committing to a longer campaign.
The giveaway timing is the key detail: if you want to add MicroCrawl to your library at no cost, you’ll need to claim it before June 13. The source also notes that MicroCrawl typically retails for $1.99, so even missing the free window wouldn’t be a major financial hit—but the goal here is avoiding paying at all.
MicroCrawl’s reception is also part of the picture. On Steam, only eight users have left ratings, with seven positive and one negative. Positive feedback highlights the game’s atmosphere and story, while the lone negative review argues the game never becomes interesting. The overall implication is that this is the sort of title that may appeal most to players who enjoy the inspirations behind it.
If you do enjoy it, the game appears to include additional content at no extra cost: two more stories—Dead City and Prison—are available as free expansions.
Why it matters: the free-game calendar is moving across stores
MicroCrawl is not the only free game PC players can grab right now, but it sits inside a broader pattern: Steam and the Epic Games Store regularly rotate free giveaways, and June is expected to bring more offers.
On Steam, Tell Me Why is free until the end of the month, while Gravity Circuit stays free until June 14. Tell Me Why is an episodic, narrative-focused adventure noted for featuring a transgender main character, whereas Gravity Circuit is a critically acclaimed 2D action platformer.
On the Epic Games Store, Rogue Waters is free until June 11, and Songs of Conquest is also free until June 11. After that point, both titles are set to be replaced on EGS by The Ouroboros King and Warhammer 40K Speed Freeks, which are listed as free until June 18.
Beyond Steam and Epic, the source also points to ongoing free-game distribution during June via Amazon Prime Gaming and other channels. The practical takeaway is that the “best” free game depends on timing—different titles end on different dates.
What to watch next: keep an eye on weekly drops
For players who want to keep stacking free games, the source suggests a steady rhythm: the Epic Games Store will have new free games each Thursday at 10:00am CST during June. It’s not confirmed exactly when the next Steam freebies will appear, but additional giveaways are expected later in the month, with some titles anticipated to arrive in July.
That means the smartest approach is simple: claim what’s available now, then monitor upcoming store rotations instead of waiting for a single “all-at-once” drop.
Quick takeaways for PC players
- Claim MicroCrawl on Itch.io before June 13 to keep it free.
- If you’re using multiple storefronts, check end dates—Steam and EGS giveaways expire on different days.
- Steam right now includes Tell Me Why (free until month end) and Gravity Circuit (free until June 14).
- On EGS, Rogue Waters and Songs of Conquest end June 11, replaced by The Ouroboros King and Warhammer 40K Speed Freeks until June 18.
- Expect more free games throughout June, with EGS new freebies every Thursday at 10:00am CST.
| Storefront | Game | Free until |
|---|---|---|
| Steam | Tell Me Why | End of the month |
| Steam | Gravity Circuit | June 14 |
| Epic Games Store | Rogue Waters | June 11 |
| Epic Games Store | Songs of Conquest | June 11 |
| Epic Games Store | The Ouroboros King | June 18 |
| Epic Games Store | Warhammer 40K Speed Freeks | June 18 |
Expert View
MicroCrawl’s timed Itch.io giveaway is a reminder that “free” on PC is often about momentum, not just discovery. For players, the value is twofold: you get a small, style-specific adventure that’s easy to sample, and you avoid paying once the window closes. For storefront ecosystems, these rotations keep attention moving—especially when Steam and EGS end different games on different dates—so the real competitive advantage is staying proactive and claiming early.
