Epic Games Store has confirmed its second mystery game for December 18, revealing Jotunnslayer Hordes of Hel as the next free title in its ongoing holiday giveaway campaign. The confirmation follows the promotion’s strong opening, which featured Hogwarts Legacy as the first mystery release, and marks a shift toward a smaller-scale but stylistically distinct action RPG.
According to the Epic Games Store listing, Jotunnslayer Hordes of Hel is a roguelike horde survival action RPG set within dark interpretations of Norse mythology. Players are tasked with surviving escalating waves of enemies while earning blessings from ancient Norse gods, exploring hostile realms, and confronting powerful bosses. The game positions itself as a fast-paced arena survival experience focused on repeated runs and incremental progression.
Players choose from a roster of cursed heroes and attempt to survive a series of divine trials. Success across these challenges allows players to ascend as the chosen Jotunnslayer, reinforcing the game’s core loop of risk, reward, and power escalation.
While the announcement confirms the identity of the second mystery game, it also casts doubt on a previously circulating leaked list that claimed to outline Epic Games Store’s December giveaways. With Jotunnslayer Hordes of Hel now officially revealed, the leak appears to be inaccurate. For users who had expectations tied to that list, the confirmation effectively puts those rumors to rest, even if that reality is a little disappointing.
Epic Games Store has already confirmed that more than a dozen free games will be offered throughout the month. With several mystery slots still remaining, Jotunnslayer Hordes of Hel represents just one piece of a broader December lineup. As the promotion continues, users can expect additional reveals in the coming days, even if the exact titles remain closely guarded until the moment they go live.
