The Epic Games Store is home to a plethora of new and inventive titles. From blockbusters like Hogwarts Legacy and STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor to breakout hits like Hi-Fi RUSH, there’s no shortage of novel experiences to enjoy.

With so many recent game releases, it can be tough to keep up—especially on a tight budget. And that’s not even counting the growing catalog of older titles available on EGS.

Thankfully, we’ve scoured the store and found you some incredible bargains. Each of the following games is available for not much cash. Whether you’re gaming on a budget or looking for some hidden gems, here are five must-play titles to add to your library.
Beyond Good & Evil
Ubisoft’s Beyond Good & Evil celebrates its 20th anniversary in November, and in many ways, it’s hardly aged a day. This 2003 action-adventure game stars Jade, a reporter with an eye for scoops and a knack for martial arts. When her home is threatened by an alien race known as the DomZ, Jade and her uncle Pey'j set out to gather clues, investigate leads, and put a stop to the invasion.

Few games rival the charm of Beyond Good & Evil. The planet Hillys is a marvel, with flying cars, cutting-edge tech, and a host of intergalactic beings. Design-wise, the game is a precursor to modern Ubisoft-style open worlds, complete with collectibles, side activities, and even a healthy dose of vehicular combat.

Despite its lean runtime—you can complete the game in about 12 hours—Beyond Good & Evil never feels small. Its hub world provides a sense of scale without feeling bloated. The game also offers smaller, self-contained levels reminiscent of classic 3D action platformers. Whether you’re battling the DomZ, solving puzzles, or sneaking around facilities, there’s rarely a stale moment.

Beyond Good & Evil remains a cult classic for anyone itching for a bygone era of gaming. If you grew up on 3D platformers or appreciate strong world-building, the tale of Jade and Pey’j has a lot to offer. 

Check out Beyond Good & Evil here.
Fallout: New Vegas
Odds are you’re already familiar with the Fallout franchise. Since 1997, Fallout has captivated players with its immersive storytelling, rich world-building, and nuanced role-playing mechanics. 

There’s a lot to love about this franchise—so much so that you’d be hard-pressed to find a consensus favorite among the bunch. And yet, if ever there was a top dog (not named Dogmeat), it’s Fallout: New Vegas. The game’s a frequent pick among fans as the most memorable entry in the series.

Fallout: New Vegas is an outlier of sorts for the franchise. Unlike Fallout 3 and 4, which were both developed by Bethesda Game Studios, New Vegas is a spin-off title created by Obsidian Entertainment, known for RPGs like Neverwinter Nights 2 and the more recent Pillars of Eternity. 

True to its name, New Vegas lets players explore a post-apocalyptic version of "Sin City," along with the surrounding Mojave Desert. You assume the role of a courier tasked with delivering an item known as the “platinum chip.” En route to New Vegas, however, you’re intercepted by gunmen, shot, and left to die. Fortunately, you’re saved and brought to a nearby town to recover.

After customizing your character and selecting your base abilities and perks, you’re set free to roam the desert in search of your assailants. Along the way, you’ll team up with one of the game’s three factions, visit the Vegas Strip, listen to ‘50s radio hits, experience side stories, and otherwise forge your own journey.

Whether you’ve traveled the wastelands since the original Fallout or you’re new to the series, Fallout: New Vegas is a fantastic standalone adventure that will keep you entertained for scores if not hundreds of hours.

Grab Fallout: New Vegas here.
Fez
Fez takes the traditional 2D platformer and puts a unique spin on it—literally. You control Gomez, a nondescript avatar whose sole defining characteristic is a magical fez atop his head. Using the power of the fez, you can rotate the world around you in 90-degree increments. Each angle gives you a fresh perspective that can yield new footholds, doorways, and vantage points.

Described by its creator, Phil Fish, as a “Mystroidvania,” Fez will have you navigating its pixel-style world in search of puzzles to solve, cube fragments to collect, and secrets to discover. Assemble enough cubes, and you’ll see Gomez’s journey through to its thrilling conclusion.

Originally released in 2012, Fez took home a slew of awards that year, including top honors at GDC’s Independent Games Festival. In addition to its design prowess and technical ingenuity, Fez sports a vibrant visual style. An equally striking soundtrack from composer Disasterpeace ties the experience together.

If you’re craving the twitchy challenge of an old-school platformer, but also want something cerebral to work your brain, Fez has you covered.

Purchase Fez here.
FTL: Faster Than Light
FTL: Faster Than Light is a clever mashup of genres. Part strategy game, part roguelike, the game tasks you with navigating the galaxy with your trusty ship and crew, with the goal of delivering critical data to the Federation fleet before you’re intercepted by a group of opposing Rebels.

Released in 2012, FTL: Faster Than Light paved the way for a cavalcade of indie roguelikes. Similar to Darkest Dungeon or Hades, players navigate from one encounter to the next, attempting to survive an increasingly hellish gauntlet of enemies and RNG-driven story scenarios. Unlike other roguelikes, however, FTL opts for a more strategic gameplay loop by putting you in the role of commander.

As head of the ship, you’ll assign crew members to various stations (pilot seat, engine room, and such), upgrade your ship’s weapons and shields, and jump to new areas of the galaxy. Encounter an enemy force, and you’ll engage in ship-to-ship combat, firing missiles and other weapons to take down the opposing ship’s systems. You can pause the game at any time to analyze your resources, give orders to crewmates, or simply ponder your next move.

Elevating the experience is a phenomenal chiptune soundtrack composed by Ben Prunty. Unlike the game itself, which is notorious for its difficulty, FTL’s soundtrack offers a soothing mix of ambient lo-fi beats. Even when you’re struggling through a tough encounter, Prunty’s music is there to help guide you through.

FTL: Faster Than Light is a delicate dance that requires intuition, foresight, and sometimes a bit of luck. You will die—a lot—but each failed run gives you new knowledge you can use to shore up your mistakes and perfect your strategy. This is a challenging game, but one that offers a unique sense of satisfaction. Get the hang of its mechanics and watch as the time ticks by.

Get FTL: Faster Than Light here.
Limbo
It’d be impossible to write a list of stellar budget Epic Game Store titles without mentioning Playdead’s Limbo. This 2010 indie was released at a time when smaller gaming experiences were few and far between. The game was a steal at then, and it remains a steal today.

A 2D platformer, Limbo puts you in the shoes of a boy searching a dark and dangerous forest for his sister. Over the course of a three-to-four-hour adventure, you’ll solve environmental puzzles, navigate treacherous terrain, and evade the terrifying foes that lurk within. (Arachnophobes, be warned: This one’s probably a tough sell.)

Limbo doesn’t tell a traditional narrative—there are no dialogue boxes or cutscenes to be found here. Instead, Limbo styles the experience as more of a silent film. The game sports a gorgeous black-and-white aesthetic, complete with film grain. There’s a constant interplay between shadows and lighting, resulting in an engrossing adventure that’ll have your blood pumping long after the credits roll. 

It’s a brief play, but make no mistake: Limbo deserves your attention. Play it with the lights off, and let this heart-wrenching tale remind you why you love to game in the first place.

Download Limbo here.

More great games, more great prices

We hope this list inspired you to add a new game (or several) to your collection. While the above five are standouts, there are plenty of other steals available on the Epic Games Store. Here’s a short list of honorable mentions:

A Short Hike: This bite-sized adventure stars a young bird looking to climb Hawk Peak. Interact with fellow hikers and collect feathers as you make your way to the summit.
Flower: In thatgamecompany’s Flower, the wind is your instrument. Guide flower petals through serene landscapes as you bring color back to the world.
Ikaruga: A revered shoot ‘em up, Ikaruga tasks players with swapping polarities (black and white) to absorb enemy fire and deal devastating damage in return.
Prince of Persia: The Two Thrones: Get ready for the upcoming Prince of Persia The Lost Crown by catching up on Ubisoft’s 2005 action-platforming classic.

Enjoy these titles, and rest easy knowing you’re getting some serious bang for your buck!