Following Hogwarts Legacy, clues and speculation suggest the next free game in Epic’s 2025 holiday giveaway could be a remastered 3D platformer.
A Big Start to the Epic Games Store Holiday Giveaway
The Epic Games Store holiday mystery game giveaway is in full swing, and it’s off to an exciting start. The first freebie of the 2025 event—none other than the AAA hit Hogwarts Legacy—has already set high expectations. Now, fans are eagerly speculating about the second free title, set to unlock on December 18, 2025, at 16:00 UTC.
Fan Prediction: Yooka-Replaylee Could Be Next
One of the strongest fan predictions points to Yooka-Replaylee, a remastered version of the original Yooka-Laylee, released in October 2025. While Epic hasn’t dropped any clear hints, a few factors are fueling this theory:
- The color scheme of the current mystery game wrapper is said to resemble the game’s cover art.
- Yooka-Replaylee was recently listed as “coming soon” on the Epic Games Store, but is not yet available.
- The original Yooka-Laylee has already been offered for free on Epic, making the sequel/remaster a logical next step.
Though visual matching isn’t always accurate—Hogwarts Legacy’s cover didn’t align with the mystery wrapper either—fans are treating the theory as plausible due to the game’s timely release and EGS teaser listing.
What Is Yooka-Replaylee?
Yooka-Replaylee is a revamped 3D platforming adventure that modernizes the original Yooka-Laylee with:
- Enhanced visuals and performance
- Improved camera and controls
- Refined level design and collectibles
- Quality-of-life upgrades to align with current-gen standards
The game has been well-received by fans of classic platformers and those who appreciate modern indie polish on nostalgic gameplay.
Competing Predictions: What About Jurassic World: Evolution 2?
Another name circulating in speculation threads is Jurassic World: Evolution 2, reportedly based on a leaked list. However, skepticism is high:
- The leak mentions 16 games, while Epic has confirmed 17 titles for this giveaway.
- The source of the leak is unverified, and past leaks have been inaccurate.
- There’s no storefront activity or hint for Jurassic World: Evolution 2 as of now.
Thus, while not impossible, most believe this option is less likely than Yooka-Replaylee.
Epic’s Mystery Game Strategy: Still Full of Surprises
Epic Games is known for keeping its mystery games well-guarded. Even subtle cues like wrapper colors can be red herrings. Still, the community-driven speculation adds to the fun—and the buzz surrounding Yooka-Replaylee could indicate a surprise announcement and release.
