Steam Free Weekend: Stranded Deep and Battlefield 6 Free Until October 19 Steam offers free trials of Stranded Deep and Battlefield 6 until October 19, with both games discounted 60% during the promotion. PC gamers can play Stranded Deep and Battlefield 6 for free on Steam until October 19 at 10 a.m. PT. Both games are also discounted by 60 percent during the promotion, giving players a chance to try before buying. Steam frequently offers limited-time free-play promotions, allowing PC gamers to test a game's mechanics and performance before committing to a purchase. This weekend's offerings cater to two very different audiences: survival crafting and large-scale military combat.Survive a Pacific Island in Stranded DeepStranded Deep begins with a mysterious plane crash over the Pacific Ocean, leaving players stranded with no immediate way to call for help. They must find supplies, craft tools, gather food, and build shelter to stay alive.Players manage hunger, thirst, and exposure while exploring islands and searching underwater locations for resources. Dangerous wildlife and the risk of running out of essential supplies make every expedition a potential hazard.The game can be played alone or with a friend, allowing players to share the challenges if going solo is too difficult. According to the official Steam store page, Stranded Deep is free to play until October 19 at 10 a.m. PT.It is also available at a 60 percent discount, bringing the price to $7.99, for those who enjoy the trial and want to continue playing. The timing coincides with renewed attention on the franchise, as a developer update published on October 15 discussed Stranded Deep 2 and introduced details about its desert environment and wildlife. Players interested in the sequel can add it to their Steam wishlist.Battlefield 6 Free Trial Offers Full Game AccessPlayers who prefer firefights over survival crafting can check out Battlefield 6, a military shooter released in 2025. The game features infantry, tanks, fighter jets, and a range of modern weapons across large and unique battlefields.Its multiplayer experience offers several modes, while Battlefield Portal provides additional ways to engage with the game's maps and gameplay. The Battlefield 6 free trial runs from October 15 through October 19.According to the publisher's official access guide, players can access the full game during the trial, including all available game modes, events, and Battlefield Portal. This is a great opportunity for anyone who has had Battlefield 6 on their wishlist but hasn't wanted to pay without trying it first.The game is also discounted on Steam during the promotion. Players who decide to buy it after the trial can get it at a 60 percent discount, reducing the price to $27.99. To download either game during the free event, open the official Steam store page, sign in to your Steam account, and select the option to play for free to install it.Both promotions end on October 19, so players should not wait until the last minute to begin downloading or they may not have time to play. Battlefield 6 also requires an EA account linked to Steam, along with a persistent internet connection.It is important to remember that these are free-play offers on Steam, not free-to-keep deals. Access to the full versions ends when the promotions expire unless the games are purchased. Battlefield REDSEC, however, remains a separate free-to-play experience.