Claim Ubisoft’s Breathedge Free on Steam Until Aug 9

Ubisoft’s space-survival cult hit Breathedge is now available for free on Steam, but the offer is time-limited: you have until August 9 at 19:00 to claim it. The giveaway is also being used to spotlight the game’s upcoming sequel, with Breathedge 2 slated for an Early Access release in 2026.

Key takeaways

Breathedge is currently offered free on Steam.
The giveaway runs until August 9, 19:00 (local offer time).
Breathedge 2 has an Early Access launch date set for August 31, 2026.
The first game has “Polish subtitles” available.
On Steam, Breathedge holds 82% positive reviews out of over 16,000 reviews.

What you get with the free Steam claim

In Breathedge, you play as a space castaway who wants to hold his father’s funeral in deep space. After an incident, his plans fall apart and the story escalates into a survival-driven adventure where you must uncover a global conspiracy and also find a way to save a princess.

Core gameplay revolves around staying alive through resource gathering and crafting. You’ll be collecting food and materials to keep your character operational, with an “immortal chicken” assisting you as part of your day-to-day survival loop.

Why the giveaway now: the road to Breathedge 2

The free distribution of Breathedge comes alongside a release-date announcement for Breathedge 2. The sequel is scheduled to enter Early Access on August 31, 2026, giving players a clear reason to jump into (or revisit) the original while waiting for the next chapter.

Breathedge has been well received on Steam, with the game reported to have earned 82% positive reviews from more than 16,000 user ratings. It also includes Polish subtitles, making the giveaway more accessible for players who prefer localized presentation.