Recently nine Steam titles shifted to a completely free distribution model, removing a combined price tag that once hovered around 1,250 rubles. Among these are two virtual reality projects that formerly carried a price tag and now are accessible at no cost to players in Canada and the United States alike. The change marks a notable shift in how some indie experiences reach audiences who crave quick, no-friction access to curious concepts and fast-paced gameplay.
iO Inner Self – The Lava Planet VR is a first-person shooter designed for virtual reality hardware, inviting players to confront lava monsters and navigate a perilous heat-soaked world. Previously, this title sold for 200 rubles, and its move to free distribution expands the reach of a VR-centric adventure that emphasizes immersion and spatial awareness. The game invites players to feel the environment as a character in a high-stakes, glowing danger zone. It is now part of a growing catalog of VR experiences that aim to demonstrate the power of headset-based play without up-front costs. You can add iO Inner Self – The Lava Planet VR to your library here. — VG Times
You can add Escape The Glubinka to your library here. Escape The Glubinka is a meme shooter set in the village of Glubinkovo, where enemies appear from all directions and players wield a Makarov pistol to push back the onslaught. The title carried a price of 82 rubles before this change, and it now sits freely available for anyone seeking a lighthearted, fast-paced shooter with a humorous edge. The game’s charm lies in its compact skirmishes and quirky humor that players can enjoy in short sessions. You can add Escape The Glubinka to your library here. — VG Times
Pixel Madness is a nostalgic 2D clicker that tasks players with vanquishing bosses, gathering magical upgrades, and hopping across distinct worlds. Back in the day it was priced at 42 rubles, and now it is free for all who enjoy a loosely guided progression with retro charm. The game rewards persistence with incremental upgrades and a playful sense of discovery as players journey between pixelated realms. You can add Pixel Madness to your library here. — VG Times
Skader is a sci-fi MOBA action game built for VR, set in a sprawling multiverse where participants in a tournament contend for an artifact with world-saving potential. Previously priced at 385 rubles, the title now joins the free tier, inviting arena-style battles and strategic play across diverse environments. The premise combines competitive gameplay with the wonder of virtual reality, delivering ongoing skirmishes and team-based tactics. You can add Skader to your library here. — VG Times
Secret Backrooms is a claustrophobic first-person horror title in which players explore labyrinthine passages in search of a way out. It features multiple endings, three difficulty levels, and a survival mode that tests wits and nerve. Formerly priced at 82 rubles, the game is now free to explore for fans of tense, atmospheric exploration and branching outcomes. You can add secret backrooms to your library here. — VG Times
Netherspace delivers a retro space action experience, echoing arcade roots as players pilot a military spacecraft through galaxies while facing a variety of opponents. Previously listed at 165 rubles, the game is now freely available, inviting lovers of fast-paced space shooting to chase high scores and enduring battles across neon-drenched sectors. You can add Netherspace to your library here. — VG Times
Only Society: Arena is a third-person MOBA action game that pits two teams against one another with the main objective of capturing the enemy base. It previously carried a price tag of 133 rubles and has now joined the free-to-play line, encouraging tactical cooperation, split-second decisions, and large-scale team fights across vibrant arenas. You can add Only Society: Arena to your library here. — VG Times
That Makes Sense is a word-based puzzle game where players solve a variety of English-language phrases by rearranging components and forming correct sentences. It was sold for 125 rubles before the transition and is now accessible at no cost, inviting puzzle lovers to test linguistic chops in a casual and approachable format. You can add That Makes Sense to your library here. — VG Times
Free For All is an isometric action-adventure set in a medieval-inspired world filled with monsters, where players freely explore and undertake a range of quests. Previously priced at 42 rubles, the game is now free, offering a chance to dive into a rich, quest-driven landscape without an upfront purchase. You can add Free For All to your library here. — VG Times
The ongoing wave of discounts and free titles is being tracked through a dedicated Telegram channel that shares updates and opportunities for gamers to snag freebies and deals as they arise. The collection of titles above demonstrates how studios are testing new distribution approaches to broaden access and foster community engagement across North American audiences. Source: VG Times