Black Desert Online , the hugely popular MMO known for its incredibly detailed character creator, is free to download and keep on Steam this weekend.

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Black Desert Online is currently reduced by 100% on its Steam store page , with the deal ending on March 2 at 7am PT / 10am ET / 3pm UK. Rather than being a temporary free trial weekend like many games hold on Steam, if you claim Black Desert Online over the weekend then it is yours to keep forever, free of charge.The free weekend also coincides with developer Pear Abyss launching the beta of its new battle royale game, Shadow Arena , which is set in the Black Desert Online universe. The Shadow Arena beta runs from February 27 to March 8, although you’ll need to register to take part.If you’re going to grab it this weekend (it is free, after all) then you may want to check out our Black Desert Online tips to help get you started in this action MMORPG. And if you want to know more about its sandboxy activities, then check our our Black Desert Online review.

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