Epic Games Unveils Free Loop Hero and Chuchel This Week

For those not in the know, it may surprise you to learn that the Epic Games Store for mobile follows its PC equivalent's example with free games available to claim for a limited time. Even better, on mobile, it's not monthly but weekly, and you get two games instead of one!

In the last week of April, the Epic Games Store for mobile is offering two fantastic releases completely free: Loop Hero and Chuchel. Frequent readers of Pocket Gamer might recognize Loop Hero immediately, as it's one of our favorites. Jack gave it a glowing review, praising its engaging roguelike experience. If you play nothing else from this pair, make sure it's Loop Hero.

But what exactly is Chuchel? This surreal animated adventure follows the titular Chuchel on a quest to retrieve his stolen cherry. Along the way, he and his rival Kekel find themselves in all sorts of hilarious and weird situations that you'll need to navigate or simply enjoy watching unfold.

Free-for-all: While Chuchel might have been a bit confusing, it was still a fun experience for our App Army upon its release. Even if it's not your usual type of game, you can't argue with the price—totally free. On the other hand, Loop Hero is highly recommended for its challenging gameplay and stunning pixel visuals.

The Epic Games Store for mobile offers many of the perks of its PC counterpart, including the aforementioned free releases and access to games like Fortnite, which are otherwise unavailable on mobile.

Looking to expand your gaming palate even more? Check out our list of the top five new mobile games to try this week for more excellent options, drawn from the best launches of the last seven days.