Steam silently adds 11 free games and they're yours to keep permanently

Free games are always a win-win, and keen to remind us of that, Steam has a bulging catalog of free titles that you might be missing out on.

Sony has been keeping PlayStation gamers happy with exciting PlayStation Plus Premium offers like the five-hour Death Stranding 2: On the Beach trial that recently dropped.

Meanwhile, Delta Force returns to the PS Store with a PvP team-based tactical shooter that just launched for PS5 gamers yesterday (19 August).

For PC players, Steam hosts an impressive collection of permanently free games that are often overlooked. Of course, everyone knows about the free-to-play hits like Marvel Rivals, Fortnite, and PUBG Battlegrounds.

But, away from AAA titles, here are 11 fantastic free games that won't cost you a cent and are yours to keep forever.

Umamusume: Pretty Derby

Created by Cygames, this title combines sports gaming with life simulation as you race anime horse girls based on real-life racehorses.

You'll train your characters to win races in this part-sports game, part-life sim experience. With 93% 'Very Positive,' reviews, it's clearly striking a chord with players.

Vigil

Perfect for Five Nights at Freddy's fans, this narrative horror game from Singularity Studios uses real-life blinking detection through your webcam.

You'll navigate deep underground with challenging puzzles, all while being stalked by an automaton. It's the ultimate 'don't blink, don't look away' experience, boasting 97% positive reviews on the store

Steam hosts an impressive collection of free games that are often overlooked. (SOPA Images / Contributor / Getty)

The Wind and The Wisp

This 3D adventure game centres around blowing into your microphone (ah, the days of the Nintendo DS).

While you might get a little out of breath playing it, this relaxing adventure focuses on two best friends.

Kimchi: A Stars in the Trash Story

Cat lovers will adore this creation from Valhalla Cats. This 'bite-sized, lighthearted puzzle platformer' lets you explore the world as Kimchi the kitten.

The game has achieved a perfect 100% 'Very Positive' score from Steam players.

This Game Will End in 205 Clicks

With 98% ‘Overwhelmingly Positive’ reviews, this visual novel is 'not the type of game where you can make meaningful choices.'

Swing Into Zero-G

This multiplayer racing game has been gaining popularity for its take on parkour through space. Players compete in fast-paced, zero-gravity multiplayer races.

SUPERVIVE is a free-to-play, action-packed battle royale. (Steam)

BlockBlasters

Retro gaming fans will appreciate BlockBlasters, which captures the spirit of classic 2D pixel games. This nostalgic platformer requires you to use your gun to eliminate enemies blocking your path.

Despite being new, it's already earned 'Very Positive' reviews from players.

Bongo Cat

This charming idle game lets Bongo earn more hats the more you type or click while working on projects or schoolwork. While it may sound simple, players love it, as reflected in its 97% 'Overwhelmingly Positive' reviews. A recent 100-player multiplayer update has added even more appeal.

SUPERVIVE

Battle Royale fans should check out this title from Theorycraft Games.

Taking a new approach to the overcrowded battle royale genre, teams engage in multi-squad fights where you'll 'unlock gear, theorycraft builds, and bring your game-breaking loadout into every match.'

FragPunk

Bad Guitar Studio's 5v5 hero shooter stands out with its Shard Cards system that 'breaks the rules of combat and ensures that no two rounds are ever the same.'

Nakuma

Zelda fans might find this pixel art RPG from Vision Interactive appealing. Nakuma focuses on defeating as many enemies as possible while grinding for gear and experience points, delivering on the classic RPG satisfaction.