Steam users can download 8AM for free until April 27 at 8AM

Steam users have until April 27, 2026 to download 8AM for free, a suspenseful horror/hidden-camera game. The title is part of Steam’s Free-to-Keep promotion, which offers a selection of PC games each week to download, play, and keep forever.

Promotion details

The deadline to claim 8AM is set for April 27 at 10 AM PT (1 PM ET). The game normally costs around $3.99. This offer gives players the chance to add a unique game to their library at no cost.

Game description

In 8AM, players find themselves in an empty room with only a computer connected to a house’s security cameras. As time moves from midnight toward sunrise, players observe a family and are confronted with strange events. The challenge is to identify normal behavior and paranormal activity; each correct decision brings players closer to 8 o’clock.

The game uses suspense to create a psychological horror experience that forces players to doubt themselves, with immediate consequences for their choices. Out of more than 100 Steam reviews, the game currently holds a “Very Positive” rating with 86% positive feedback.

Similar offers and future releases

If 8AM appeals to players, it’s worth noting that publisher HeadArrow plans to develop more games that expand the “8AM” experience into other settings. So far, titles such as The Office, The Swimming Pool, and The Mall have been released, with new locations like The Subway, The Warehouse, and The Graveyard currently in development.

Other free games on Steam

For players who aren’t specifically interested in horror, Steam is also offering other games in the Free-to-Keep promotion alongside 8AM. At the time of writing, users can also download SurrounDead Poly Construction, Nocturnal, and Aeonic for free. Their download windows run until April 25, April 26, and April 29 at 10 AM PT, respectively.

• SurrounDead Poly Construction - A sandbox game with limited crafting, combat, and puzzles.

• Nocturnal - A short but well-crafted 2D platformer in which a flamethrower-wielding warrior explores a misty island.

• Aeonic - A text-driven, choice-based adventure game that explores different eras of human history.