Summary
One of theEpic Games Storefree games right now isDead Island 2, a must-have for co-op gamers.Epic Games Storeusers are treated to new free games on a weekly basis. Generally speaking, most of the Epic Games Store free games are smaller-scale indie titles. However, there are times when the service surprises fans by giving away bigger budget games.
Epic Games Store users that are good about claiming every free game should have a massive library of titles right now, ranging from newer games to retro classics and everything in-between.Epic Games Store usersshould already have quite a few co-op games, but they should be sure to claim the latest freebie if they need something else to play with their friends.
From now until May 22,Dead Island 2is free on the Epic Games Store.Dead Island 2is a 3-player co-op first-person zombie game where players explore a Los Angeles overrun with the undead. Like its predecessor,Dead Island 2features RPG elements and has players going around completing quests for various rewards. It earned mostly positive reviews from fans and critics, and should make a great addition to one’s library, especially if they are looking for a co-op game to play.Dead Island 2being free on the Epic Games Store means it should be much easier than usual to get three people together to play through the game in co-op.
There’s even more co-op carnage to enjoy inDead Island 2now than there was at launch.Dead Island 2has received two premium story expansions since its release, adding new areas to explore, new weapons to collect, and new story content to enjoy. TheDead Island 2story expansionsare currently available at a discount ($4.89 for Haus and $6.99 for SoLA), so those that enjoy the base game should definitely consider picking up the DLC packs.
Besides premium content,Dead Island 2also received some free updates to make the experience better for players. The most notable for co-op fans is theDead Island 2Neighbourhood Watch update, which added a horde mode to the mix. So even if one doesn’t opt for theDead Island 2story expansions, there is still plenty of co-op content to enjoy completely free of charge through the Epic Games Store.
Dead Island 2isn’t the only free Epic Games Store game right now.Happy Gameis also free on EGSuntil May 22, at which point both titles will be replaced by a trio of mystery games.
