$60 Game Is Totally Free On September 5, But Not For Long

If there's one thing The Epic Games Store is good for its free games and next week's option is perfect for die-hard football fans who aren't willing to drop $60 on a new release. In the realm of sports video games, the likes of and are extremely popular but neither boasts the following of, previously known by its more commonly-used title. While the latest entry in that hyper-successful franchise won't be free for a while yet, an even deeper football game should hopefully scratch a similar itch for fans.

Over on The Epic Games Store, the company has revealed that , a surprisingly recent game that still retails for $60, will be free to keep for all users between September 5 and 12. That's a week-long period where the immersive title can be added to one's library completely free of charge. While it may not provide the experience of running around a pitch as recognizable players,the series is known for offering a deep, tactical experience that closely simulates the reality of putting together a professional team.

Football Manager 2024 is another excellent entry in the Football Manager series, giving statisticians the perfect simulation of the beautiful game.

While is known for creating exciting moments on the pitch, is all about the behind-the-scenes work needed to pull off those highs. Some may label the series as a «spreadsheet simulator,» but therein lies a depth that facilitates nearly every factor that can determine a winning team from a losing team. Players can be purchased, leveled up, trained in specific roles, and then sent out to work as a unit with unique formations and strategies, either winning it big or losing, prompting some major reconsideration.

won't be for everyone: It's a slow experience that is defined by its reliance on static screens filled with numbers and graphs. Those who want the action of scoring a goal will be bored but players who enjoy the strategy of assembling a team and watching their calculations pay dividends can get hundreds of