Cartomancy Anthology is a collection of 22 games that launched on Steam in 2022 for $24.99 USD, but it is now completely free to play. The game began as a Kickstarter campaign that raised over $30,000 and was also planned for release on Nintendo Switch. However, the campaign did not reach its stretch goal, so the game launched exclusively on Steam and itch.io.
Unlike many indie games that go free-to-play on Steam after a poor reception, Cartomancy Anthology has always been well received. It currently has over 90% positive user reviews on Valve’s storefront, with similarly favorable scores on itch.io. Another distinctive feature of Cartomancy Anthology is that it was not developed by a single person or studio. In fact, 22 teams and over 70 developers contributed to the project.
Cartomancy Anthology Drops Its $24.99 Price Tag on Steam
Without prior notice, Cartomancy Anthology went from a paid title to a free-to-play Steam game on October 2, 2026. Developer Compact and publisher Code Coven have yet to comment on the change, and it remains unclear why the $24.99 price tag was removed. What is certain is that Steam users can now download and play Cartomancy Anthology completely free of charge.
Cartomancy Anthology features games across many genres, including cooking sims, fishing games, platformers, and more.
In the words of the creators, “[Cartomancy Anthology] is a collection of introspective and compact digital experiences presented together in an anthology inspired by the Major Arcana of the tarot.” Basically, Cartomancy Anthology is like an album of tiny indie games, each representing or reflecting on its corresponding tarot card. Given its compilation-style nature, Cartomancy Anthology features games across many genres, including cooking sims, fishing games, platformers, and more.
Find the odd one out before the timer hits zero.
Cartomancy Anthology introduces the developers behind each featured game before players begin the tarot-inspired experiences. Those who enjoy a game’s art style or gameplay can explore the developers’ portfolios to find similar titles. The anthology also offers some replay value, as players can revisit the games they discover, though most experiences are short enough to complete in one sitting.
Other Free Games to Claim on Steam Right Now
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One of the best games to claim for free on Steam right now is Cyberfrags ’69. It is a fast-paced FPS with quirky mechanics and intense combat. Best of all, the game is now free for good, with no deadline to claim it. Anyone can download and play Cyberfrags ’69, just as they can claim and keep Cartomancy Anthology, which was once a paid Steam game.
Some games in Cartomancy Anthology may explore sensitive topics, such as mental health or death. However, all games include content warnings, and players can skip them without having to play through them.
