Intel is rolling out an exciting offer for those of you keen on upgrading your PC components. If you purchase one of their new overclockable CPUs from the 14th Gen series or their latest Intel Core Ultra 5, 7, and 9—Series 2—by March 31, you’ll snag free copies of two eagerly awaited 2025 games. That’s right, you don’t have to pick between Civilization 7 and Assassin’s Creed Shadows. You’ll receive Steam codes for both titles, allowing you to jump into the action on their release dates—February 11 and March 20.
It’s important to make sure that your CPU purchase qualifies, which also means buying from an Intel-approved retailer. Depending on where you are, that list will vary. Customers in the U.S. can turn to Amazon, B&H Photo, Micro Center, and Newegg, among others. Custom PC builders like iBuyPower, Maingear, NZXT, Thermaltake, CyberPower, and Falcon Northwest also make the cut.
Before taking the plunge, look over the terms and conditions associated with this offer. The specifics for claiming your game codes, along with deadlines, can vary with each retailer, so it’s crucial to thoroughly check Intel’s promotion page for the exact steps. We’ll go over some of the necessary steps below, but first, you’ll find a list of eligible CPUs along with links to purchase them.
To secure your free games, start by visiting softwareoffer.intel.com. You’ll need to register for an Intel account and provide a phone number. Once on the offer page, click “Redeem An Offer.” Depending on where you bought your CPU, you’ll either enter a Master Key if you received one or submit proof of purchase—complete this by April 15. After that, download and run the Intel Hardware Scanning Tool (Intel HST) to digitally confirm your CPU. Don’t forget, you have until May 15 to use your game keys.
