Ethan Crossfield 
Want something new on Steam without paying? This weekend, Valve’s rotating promotions include multiple free-to-play or free-to-keep options—plus a limited-time DLC claim. Here’s what’s live, how long it lasts, and what you need to do to keep the games and content.
What’s available right now: 4 free games plus a DLC bonus
Steam users currently have several ways to get content at no cost. One promotion is centered on a limited-time 100% discount for The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante, while another set of extended free weekends lets players try three additional games for free.
In addition to the game offers, Steam is also running a bonus giveaway tied to The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu. The DLC—The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu – Lost Explorers' Swords Pack—can be claimed permanently for free through late July, but only if you already own the base game.
Overall, the current wave is designed to give PC players a short window to claim one title, play three others as part of free weekends, and add the DLC pack to their libraries—each with its own end date.
Who’s affected and what to expect after the free period
The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante is the headline offer in this batch, with a 100% discount running until Thursday, July 23. Separately, MindsEye, Empyrion: Galactic Survival, and Super Battle Golf are available as free-to-play weekend offers that conclude on July 20.
As with Steam’s typical free weekend structure, you’ll be able to play during the trial/free window, but you generally need to purchase the games afterward to continue playing. The source also notes that save data carries over to the full versions, so you won’t lose your progress if you decide to buy once the free period ends.
MindsEye is the only single-player entry in the lineup. The promotion is being used to show the game in an improved state after a controversial launch, with the source indicating that updates and a permanent price cut have already been applied since then.
What comes next: deadlines and the DLC claim checklist
Timing matters for this promotion cycle. The free weekend offers end on July 20, while the Sir Brante discount lasts until July 23. The bonus DLC claim window runs through July 29.
To claim The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu – Lost Explorers' Swords Pack for free, you must already own The Mound itself. The source specifies that the base game is currently listed at $23.99, discounted from $29.99 (20% off). The DLC is described as a $4.99 add-on that includes two weapon cosmetic items for the 2026 co-op horror game.
If you’re deciding whether to act now, the practical move is to prioritize the July 20 free weekend titles first, then make sure you’re ready to claim Sir Brante before July 23 and check DLC eligibility before the July 29 deadline.
What players should know
- Steam’s current wave includes one 100% discount game (The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante) and three free-to-play weekend games (MindsEye, Empyrion: Galactic Survival, Super Battle Golf).
- Free weekend trials end July 20; you’ll need to purchase afterward to keep playing, but saves carry over.
- The Sir Brante discount ends July 23, so claim it before that date if you want it at no cost.
- The DLC giveaway (Lost Explorers' Swords Pack) can be claimed permanently through July 29, but only if you already own The Mound.
- If you don’t own The Mound yet, the source notes it’s currently discounted (20% off) while the DLC claim remains available.
Expert View
This is a solid “try and decide” Steam week: the free weekends are short, but the save carryover reduces the risk of experimenting. The real value play is the DLC claim—assuming you already own The Mound—because it’s tied to a longer deadline than the July 20 trials. If you only have time for one action, prioritize the July 20 free weekend games first, then decide whether the Sir Brante discount and DLC claim fit your library.
