Amazon has announced the October 2024 Prime Gaming lineup of free games (Prime Gaming is a benefit of Amazon Prime membership).
There’s a Halloween-theme to this month’s lineup, which includes the likes of BioShock Remastered, Doom Eternal, and Scorn. Other horror games in the deal include Creative Assembly’s Alien: Isolation (fresh from the studio’s announcement that a sequel is in the works), Tormented Souls, a survival horror game inspired by the original Resident Evil and Alone in the Dark series, and Death’s Door. Illfonic’s Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed is also on the list.
October 2024 Prime Gaming lineup in full:
Now Available Hive Jump 2: Survivors [GOG Code] – Hive Jump 2: Survivors is a sci-fi, action-packed, bullet heaven roguelike. After a squad of intrepid jetpack Jumpers are decimated in an intergalactic ambush, a lone survivor sets out for vengeance while fending off endless waves of killer insects.Now Available SCARF [Amazon Games App] – Scarf is an atmospheric and emotional journey about what it means to be a hero. An adventure game mixing puzzles and 3D platforms.Now Available Tomb Raider: Legend [GOG Code] – Follow Lara Croft down a path of discovery as she travels the globe to remote, exotic locales in search of one of history’s greatest artifacts that unleashes unwelcome figures from Lara’s mysterious past.Now Available The Eternal Cylinder [Epic Games Store] – Control a herd of strange creatures called Trebhums and explore an unforgettable alien world filled with exotic lifeforms and surreal environments. Discover dozens of mutations and evolve to reach new areas, overcome puzzles and survive a dangerous world.Now Available Spirit of the North [Epic Games Store] – Spirit of the North is a single-player 3rd-person adventure game inspired by the breathtaking and mysterious landscapes of Iceland. Play as an ordinary red fox whose story becomes entwined with the guardian of the Northern Lights, a female spirit fox.Now Available No Straight Roads [Epic Games Store] – Start a rock band and end the EDM empire in No Straight Roads, a rockin’ action-adventure that mashes together rhythm-infused third-person combat with a kick-ass soundtrack!Now Available BioShock Remastered [GOG Code] – BioShock is a shooter unlike any you’ve ever played, loaded with weapons and tactics never seen. You’ll have a complete arsenal at your disposal from simple revolvers to grenade launchers and chemical throwers, but you’ll also be forced to genetically modify your DNA to create an even more deadly weapon: you.Now Available DOOM Eternal [PC via Microsoft Store Code] – Hell’s armies have invaded Earth. Become the Slayer in an epic single-player campaign to conquer demons across dimensions and stop the final destruction of humanity. The only thing they fear… is you.
○ Please note: The DOOM Eternal offer is available only in Prime Gaming regions where the Microsoft Store is also available. Prime Gaming offers may sometimes vary by region. See primegaming.com for more details.
Now Available DreadOut 2 [Amazon Games App] – A third-person horror adventure that draws inspiration from Indonesian urban legend. Play as Linda, a high school student with the ability to sense and see ghosts. This spine-chilling sequel expands on the cult hit original, making DreadOut 2 another terrifying addition to the horror genre.Now Available Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed Ecto Edition [Epic Games Store] – Hunting or haunting! The choice is yours in the upcoming asymmetrical Ghostbusters game from IllFonic, Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed. Play with up to four friends or solo on multiple platforms.Now Available Priest Simulator: Vampire Show [Epic Games Store] – A mockumental action game. Go forth and rock in the absolute weirdest and most messed up simulator in the history of sandbox shooters. Fully unprofessional English language version. This dub will have you in stitches.Now Available The Gap [Amazon Games App] – Driven by a rare neurological affliction plaguing his family, Joshua has to recover his memories by exploring parallel realities through déjà vu. Facing the innermost depths of his past – moments both joyous and painful – seems to be the only way to get his life and family back together.October 17 Mystery Box: Hidden Secrets [Legacy Games Code] – Solve intriguing puzzles in different boxes to discover mysterious stories about popular inventions!October 17 Vlad Circus: Descend Into Madness [Amazon Games App] – Vlad Circus: Descend into Madness puts your sanity to the test, challenging you to escape a labyrinth of nightmares and torment. Test your mind against a slow burn of puzzles, light survival mechanics, and methodical action.October 17 Through the Darkest of Times [Amazon Games App] – Berlin 1933. “Adolf Hitler is chancellor!” We all know the consequences this message bore. Unspeakable horrors and suffering would sweep across the world. Few would stand and fight the monstrosity that was the German Reich. Will you? Lead an underground resistance group Through the Darkest of Times.October 17 Killing Floor 2 [Epic Games Store] – In KILLING FLOOR 2, players descend into continental Europe after it has been overrun by horrific, murderous clones called Zeds that were created by rogue elements of the Horzine Corporation. 6-player Co-Op & 12-player VS Zed-slaughtering mayhem.October 17 Zombies Ate My Neighbors and Ghoul Patrol [Amazon Games App] – Enjoy 16-bit console gaming with the cult classic Zombies Ate My Neighbors and its sequel, Ghoul Patrol. Join Zeke & Julia on their adventures as they save people from Zombies, Chainsaw Maniacs, Mummies, Evil Dolls, Lizard Men, Blobs, Vampires, Giant Ants, Martians, Garbage Can Ghosts, Ninja Spirits, zombified historic dudes, and more.October 24 Pumpkin Jack [GOG Code] – Pumpkin Jack is a Spooky Scary 3D platformer in which you embody Jack, the Mythical Pumpkin Lord! Dive into an Epic Adventure through otherworldly landscapes and help the Evil annihilate the Good!October 24 The Gunk [GOG Code] – The Gunk stars Rani, part of our duo of gritty space haulers, struggling to make a buck as they chance upon an untouched planet brimming with life. They came in search of valuable resources, and it looks like they’ve hit the jackpot.October 24 STASIS: BONE TOTEM [Epic Games Store] – Get ready for a thrilling underwater adventure with classic point-and-click gameplay. Explore with three characters simultaneously. Featuring atmospheric isometric graphics, rendered video, and a soundtrack by Mark Morgan.October 24 Gargoyles Remastered [Amazon Games App] – Gargoyles Remastered is an artfully crafted revival of the ‘90s classic 16-bit side-scrolling platform adventure. Relive the epic journey of Goliath and the Gargoyles featuring enhanced visuals, animations, and SFX, all inspired by the acclaimed animated series.October 24 Monster Train [GOG Code] – Monster Train is a strategic roguelike deck building game with a twist. Set on a train to hell, you’ll use tactical decision making to defend multiple vertical battlegrounds. With real time competitive multiplayer and endless replayability, Monster Train is always on time.October 24 Morbid: The Seven Acolytes [Epic Games Store] – Morbid: The Seven Acolytes is a Horrorpunk Action RPG filled with Lovecraftian horrors and Cronenbergian gore, making it the most gruesome take on the isometric Souls-like genre yet!October 31 A Plague Tale: Innocence [GOG Code] – Follow the grim tale of young Amicia and her little brother Hugo, in a heartrending journey through the darkest hours of history. Hunted by Inquisition soldiers and surrounded by unstoppable swarms of rats, Amicia and Hugo will come to know and trust each other. As they struggle to survive against overwhelming odds, they will fight to find purpose in this brutal, unforgiving world.October 31 Death’s Door [Epic Games Store] – Reaping souls of the dead and punching a clock might get monotonous but it’s honest work for a Crow. The job gets lively when your assigned soul is stolen and you must track down a desperate thief to a realm untouched by death.October 31 Haunted Hotel: Personal Nightmare Collector’s Edition [Amazon Games App] – After 20 years, you receive a letter about your missing mom and sister. Answers are waiting at the Freedom Hotel, but nothing there is quite as it seems. Can you overcome your deepest fears and save your family in time?October 31 Scorn [GOG Code] – Scorn is an atmospheric first-person horror adventure game set in a nightmarish universe of odd forms and somber tapestry.October 31 Coromon [GOG Code] – The sun begins to dawn on Velua, a new day for the world and a new day for you, a freshly minted Battle Researcher of the global research society known as Lux Solis. It’s your first day and everything goes smoothly until a mysterious force attacks your latest workplace. Build up a squad of Coromon, track down the invaders, and grapple with a rising threat that endangers everyone on Velua!
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