Epic Games Store started this Thursday, February 5, 2026, a new weekly promotion of free games. Users can redeem the relaxing puzzle title Botany Manor and the Poison Retro Set pack for Pixel Gun 3D at no cost. The offer remains valid until February 12th at 7pm Brasília time.
Botany Manor stands out for its serene setting in a 19th century English mansion. The Poison Retro Set pack features exclusive cosmetic items for the Pixel Gun 3D multiplayer game. Após the redemption, both contents remain permanently in the user’s library.
The promotion follows the model adopted by Epic since the launch of its digital store. Milhões of players enjoy titles every week that, under normal conditions, would cost significant amounts.
What is Botany Manor
Botany Manor puts the player in the role of retired botanist Arabella Greene. The mission involves exploring a historic mansion and growing rare plants by solving puzzles based on real botanical knowledge.
The game combines first-person exploration with puzzle mechanics that require careful observation of the environment. Cada plant has specific growing requirements, such as temperature, humidity, or light exposure, which need to be discovered through clues spread across the property.
Developed by independent studio Balloon Studios, the title received positive reviews for its tranquil atmosphere and educational approach. The narrative progresses non-linearly, allowing the player to progress at the desired pace.
Gameplay mechanics
Botany Manor’s puzzles are based on logic and experimentation. The player collects seeds, reads old diaries and notes, and manipulates objects to create ideal growing conditions.
- Discovering clues in books, letters and old photographs.
- Manipulation of environmental elements such as fire, wind and water.
- Cultivation of fantastic plants with unique properties.
- Free progression between different areas of the mansion.
The absence of combat or time pressure makes the game accessible to different player profiles. The soothing soundtrack and detailed visuals make for an immersive experience.
Package Poison Retro Set included
The promotion also releases the Poison Retro Set package for Pixel Gun 3D. Este set contains three special retro-looking weapon skins in tones of poisonous green.
Pixel Gun 3D is a multiplayer shooter with pixel art style graphics. Cosmetic items do not change gameplay, but allow exclusive equipment customization.
The package has an individual value of around R$50 in normal in-game purchases. Sua inclusion in the promotion represents additional savings for those who already have or want to try Pixel Gun 3D.
History of weekly promotions
Epic Games started weekly free distributions in December 2018. The main objective was to attract users to its platform in direct competition with Steam.
Since then, hundreds of titles have been offered, including independent productions and triple-A blockbusters. The company’s total investment in free games exceeds hundreds of millions of dollars.
Promotions have helped smaller developers reach millions of new players. Muitos independent titles registered a significant increase in visibility after participating in the initiative.
Studies indicate that players who redeem free games tend to make future purchases on the same platform. The strategy proved to be effective for the organic growth of Epic Games Store.
Critical reception of Botany Manor
Botany Manor received an average rating of 82 on Metacritic upon its release in 2024.
Specialized publications highlighted the care taken with real botanical details incorporated into the enigmas. The depiction of a female protagonist in a historical period also received positive comments.
Players appreciate the moderate length, between 4 and 6 hours for main completion. The lack of frustrating difficulty makes the title ideal for casual sessions.
How to redeem the promotion
The redemption process remains simple and quick. Basta access Epic Games Store via the website or application, locate the free games section and click “Get”.
- Create an Epic Games account if you don’t already have one.
- Access the promotion page directly through the launcher.
- Confirm purchase with zero value.
- Content automatically appears in the library.
The promotion is available globally, including Brasil. Não There are regional restrictions for redeeming Botany Manor or the Poison Retro Set package.
Users of the Epic mobile app on Android can also redeem Botany Manor directly on their cell phone. The mobile version maintains the same quality as the PC experience.
Impact of promotions on the market
Epic’s weekly offers changed digital game consumption behavior. Muitos players wait for Thursdays to expand their libraries at no cost.
Independent developers directly benefit from massive exposure. Títulos and Botany Manor gain visibility that would be difficult to achieve through traditional means.
The strategy forced competitors to adopt similar initiatives. Plataformas like Steam and GOG began running more frequent promotions in response.
Data indicates that more than 700 million copies of free games have been redeemed on Epic by 2025. The number continues to grow with each new promotion.
Technical requirements for Botany Manor
Botany Manor has modest requirements, running well on intermediate configurations. The game has been optimized for broad compatibility.
Minimum requirements:
- Intel Core i5 processor or AMD equivalent.
- 8 GB of RAM memory.
- NVIDIA GTX 1050 graphics card or similar.
- 15 GB of disk space.
Recommended requirements:
- Recent generation Intel Core i7 processor.
- 16 GB of RAM memory.
- RTX 2060 or higher graphics card.
- SSD for faster loads.
The title supports resolutions up to 4K and unlocked frame rates. Controles keyboard/mouse and gamepad are fully compatible.
Future promotions confirmed
Epic Games has already revealed the next free titles. From February 12th, Nobody Wants to Die and The Darkside Detective: A Fumble in the Dark will be available.
Nobody Wants to Die is a cyberpunk noir adventure with investigative elements. The Darkside Detective offers humor and puzzles in supernatural cases.
Early revelations help players plan rescues. The sequence maintains weekly interest in the Epic store.