PlayStation, Xbox free download available now, no subscription needed

PlayStation and Xbox users can grab a free download right now, although it might not be the most exciting freebie you've ever gotten your hands on.

Whether you subscribe to PlayStation Plus or Xbox Game Pass, there are tons of awesome free games available via both subscription services right now. Personally I'd recommend checking out the brilliant Inscryption, or the endlessly replayable Rogue Legacy 2.

Of course it's worth pointing out that the free games available via these services do require you to play an actual subscription fee. The good news? This latest free download requires zero subscriptions. The bad news? It's probably not for everyone.

At the end of last month developer Marvelous Inc. released its latest farming sim: Story Of Seasons: A Wonderful Life. Anyone familiar with the series will know what to expect: plenty of farming, exploring, and fostering relationships with fellow villagers. It's all terribly cosy.

Here's the official Steam description: "Put down roots on your new farm in the peaceful town of Forgotten Valley. Bring life to the land by cultivating crops and raising animals, find love among the town's friendly folk, and make lasting memories with a family of your very own."

The game itself has launched to pretty decent reviews, although A Wonderful Life itself is sadly not the freebie we're talking about here today. Instead, those of you who own the game on PlayStation or Xbox can go and claim a free cosmetic download. Like I said, not the most exciting thing in the world, but free is free.

As pointed out over on Reddit, this free download is actually supposed to be a pre-order bonus. Except at the moment it seems anyone can claim it by following the appropriate link. I should also note you don't actually need the full game itself to grab this, but it would be fairly eccentric behaviour on your part to go around claiming free cosmetics for a game you don't own.

If you're looking for more free games, Steam is currently giving 'em away like there's no tomorrow. Go take a look and see if there's anything that catches your eye, yeah?

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