The Epic Games Store has revealed its free mystery game for December 22, and players are in for a standout title. Paradise Killer, the cult-favourite investigative adventure from Kaizen Game Works, is available to claim for free for a limited 24-hour window.
The game can be downloaded at no cost until 9:30 PM on December 23, after which it will be replaced by the next holiday giveaway.
It is a bold mystery set outside reality, from there, players are free to explore the island, interrogate suspects, collect evidence and decide how or even whether justice is served.
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Freedom-driven investigation with multiple endings
One of the most defining characteristic aspects of the game “Paradise Killer” is player choice. There isn't a single solution to the mystery. It's up to the player to accuse suspects based on the evidence that has been gathered, which can result in more than one murderer.
Exploration is also important to the game, and unusual architecture, mysterious lore, and secrets to hunt down cover the island. Fighting is actually present, though minimal. It is used as an exploration mechanic.
Features of the Enhanced Edition available on Epic Games Store
The version found on Epic Games Store comes with the Enhanced Edition which introduces many enhancement features including:
New music tracks, Side Quests, and Collectibles
Enhanced graphical capabilities with DX12 support
Optional ray tracing and DLSS/FSR enhancements
A "HUD-free" mode for players who like an immersive experience
These include all the additional elements that make the version on the Epic Games Store the most complete version available for the game at this time.
How to get Paradise Killer for free:
The players can add the game "Paradise Killer" to their library through the following steps:
Go to store.epicgames.com/free-games. Log in with an Epic Games account Click on the "Get" button in the game "Paradise Killer" before 9:30 PM on December 23. Once the game is claimed, it is locked within the user’s library.
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Epic’s holiday mystery giveaways continue
As part of its annual holiday campaign, Epic Games Store is releasing a new free game every day. During this period, the store hides upcoming titles behind gift-wrapped icons, revealing them only when they go live.
Previous holiday giveaways this season have included titles such as Hogwarts Legacy, Blood West and Eternights, with more still to come before the promotion ends in early January 2026.