Epic Store's Freebie for Jan. 16 Revealed

Escape Academy, a highly-rated escape-room puzzle game, is the Epic Games Store's free game for January 16th, 2025. This marks the fourth free game offered by the EGS in 2025 and, based on its OpenCritic score of 80, the highest-rated freebie so far this year.

Developed by Coin Crew Games, Escape Academy challenges players to train as "escape room masters" within the game's academy setting. Originally released in July 2022, this PC and console title will be available for free on the Epic Games Store from January 16th to 23rd, replacing Turmoil. While previously offered as a free mystery game on January 1st, 2024, this giveaway provides a full week of access. This is particularly convenient for Xbox Game Pass subscribers, as the game is leaving the service on January 15th.

The Epic Games Store's January 2025 free game lineup includes:

• Kingdom Come: Deliverance (January 1st)
• Hell Let Loose (January 2nd-9th)
• Turmoil (January 9th-16th)
• Escape Academy (January 16th-23rd)

Escape Academy boasts positive reviews across various platforms, including Steam, PlayStation Store, and Xbox Store. Its strong critical acclaim extends to its well-received online and split-screen multiplayer mode, making it a standout co-op puzzle game.

Following Escape Academy, the EGS is expected to announce its fifth free game of 2025 on January 16th. Players can also purchase two DLC packs, Escape From Anti-Escape Island and Escape From the Past, individually for $9.99 or together as a Season Pass for $14.99.