The introductory chapter to Republique—which plays like a sort of culturally eloquent, mobile take on Metal Gear—is on sale June 5 through 12. And by on sale we mean: free. You can read our review of it here, and episode 2 here. 

Clearly, there are plenty of reasons for the love. It features a believable and feasibly dressed female lead. It preys on our fears of Orwellian surveillance culture. It has puzzle-y, satisfying stealth play. It does a really great job of bringing all this to a touchscreen. And it’s free, people.