Steam users have one last chance to add The Winter Tower to their library before the game disappears from the platform. The fantasy visual novel is scheduled to be delisted from Steam on July 31 at 2:00 PM PST, but anyone who claims it before then will keep it permanently.
Unlike many limited-time promotions, this is not a traditional giveaway. The Winter Tower is already free-to-play, meaning this is more of a game preservation opportunity. Once the deadline passes, new players will no longer be able to add the title to their Steam accounts.
The Winter Tower Will Be Delisted Because Development Has Stopped
Developer EVERIUM confirmed that the studio has entered an indefinite hiatus. According to the developer, balancing game development with real-life responsibilities became increasingly difficult, leading to the decision to remove the game from Steam.
While disappointing for fans, the announcement gives players enough time to secure the game before it becomes unavailable.
If you’ve ever been interested in trying the visual novel, this is the best time to claim it.
What Is The Winter Tower?
Originally released in 2022, The Winter Tower is a single-player fantasy visual novel centered around Ekaterina, a princess determined to secure her place as heir to the throne.
The game focuses heavily on storytelling while featuring:
- A fantasy narrative with multiple side stories
- Original soundtrack
- Hand-drawn artwork
- Collectible illustrations
- Mystical creatures
- Character-driven storytelling
Despite flying under the radar for many Steam users, the game has earned a Very Positive reputation, with around 75 user reviews and an average score of approximately 89%.
DLC Will Also Disappear
While the base game is free, The Winter Tower also offers a paid DLC that expands the story beyond the main ending.
The DLC includes additional side adventures, new events, and extra content for players who want to continue the story after completing the main game. It is currently priced at around $14.99.
Because the base game will be removed from Steam, players interested in the complete experience should consider purchasing the DLC before the July 31 deadline. Once the game is delisted, obtaining the expansion may no longer be possible through Steam.
System Requirements Remain Modest
One reason The Winter Tower remains accessible is its lightweight PC requirements.
Minimum requirements include:
- Windows 7 (64-bit)
- 1.8 GHz dual-core processor
- 4 GB RAM
- Integrated graphics
- Around 300 MB of available storage
The game should run comfortably on most modern PCs, including many older systems.
Steam’s Free-to-Keep Offers Have Been Quiet This Month
July has been relatively slow for official free-to-keep promotions on Steam compared to previous months. One of the biggest recent giveaways, The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante, is available to claim until July 23, but opportunities after that have been limited.
Instead, players have increasingly relied on delisting announcements like The Winter Tower to preserve games before they disappear from digital storefronts.
Meanwhile, the Epic Games Store continues offering its own weekly free titles, with Echo Generation: Midnight Edition and Luto available until July 23 before Foretales replaces them.
Don’t Miss Your Chance
Once The Winter Tower is removed from Steam on July 31 at 2:00 PM PST, new players will no longer be able to add it to their library. Since the base game is free, there is little reason not to claim it while it remains available.
If you enjoy fantasy visual novels, narrative-driven adventures, or simply like preserving games before they disappear, this may be your final opportunity to own The Winter Tower on Steam.
