Citizen Sleeper Free for a Week – No Excuses
What Is Citizen Sleeper?
Citizen Sleeper is a dice-driven narrative sci-fi role-playing game developed by Jump Over the Age and published by Fellow Traveller. It places players in the role of an escaped android on a decaying space station, using limited dice rolls to survive, explore, and build relationships. The game emphasizes choice and consequence rather than combat.
As a single‑player, text‑rich RPG, it solves the problem of delivering deep storytelling with resource‑management tension. Citizen Sleeper is free for one week from May 2 to May 9, 2025, on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch, as announced by Rock Paper Shotgun.
Key Facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Full Title | Citizen Sleeper |
| Developer | Jump Over the Age (Gareth Damian Martin) |
| Publisher | Fellow Traveller |
| Initial Release Date | May 5, 2022 |
| Standard Price | $15.99 / £12.79 / €15.99 |
| Free Period Duration | 7 days (May 2 – May 9, 2025) |
| Platforms | Windows PC (Steam, GOG, Humble, Epic Games Store), Xbox One/Series X|S, PlayStation 4/5, Nintendo Switch |
| Game Pass Availability | Included on Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass |
| Core Mechanic | Dice‑allocation system for actions |
| Genre | Narrative role‑playing game |
How Does the Dice System Work?
In Citizen Sleeper, each in‑game cycle the player receives a set of dice whose values are random. These dice are then assigned to various actions—such as repairing, scavenging, or socializing—with higher rolls giving better outcomes. The system creates tension by limiting how many actions can succeed each cycle.
The game does not feature traditional combat; instead, risk is managed by choosing which dice to use for which tasks. According to Rock Paper Shotgun’s coverage, “every decision matters because you only have a handful of dice and you must watch your energy and condition meters.”
“Citizen Sleeper asks you to live with your rolls, turning each cycle into a miniature story of success or failure.”— Rock Paper ShotgunEach dice cycle forces the player to prioritize survival, progression, or relationships, with no undo button.
Is Citizen Sleeper Free for a Full Week?
Yes. As of May 2, 2025, the game is available at no cost on all major platforms for exactly seven days. The promotion runs until May 9, 2025, after which it returns to its standard price of $15.99. The offer applies to both digital storefronts and console marketplaces.
No pre‑order or subscription is required; players simply download the game during the promotional window and keep it permanently. The free week is a time‑limited opportunity that covers the entire base game with no additional purchases needed.
Who Is This For?
Citizen Sleeper is designed for players who enjoy story‑driven experiences with meaningful resource management. It appeals to fans of games like Disco Elysium or Kentucky Route Zero who prefer deep narrative over action. The dice‑driven system rewards strategic thinking and role‑playing without punishing failure too harshly.
The game is particularly suited to adults who appreciate mature science‑fiction themes—corporate exploitation, identity, and resilience—and who have limited time for long play sessions. A single cycle takes about 10–15 minutes, making it easy to pick up and put down. Rock Paper Shotgun’s promotion calls it “a perfect entry point for anyone who has been curious about narrative RPGs but intimidated by combat systems.”
Common Questions
How long is the free period?
The game is free for seven consecutive days, from May 2 to May 9, 2025. After this window, it returns to its full price on all participating platforms.
Which platforms is it free on?
The free offer applies to Windows PC (Steam, GOG, Humble Store, Epic Games Store), Xbox One and Series X|S, PlayStation 4 and 5, and Nintendo Switch. The game is also on Xbox Game Pass, but the free promotion does not require Game Pass.
Does the free version include all content?
Yes, the free download includes the complete base game. No paid DLC is required; the “Refuge” DLC (released in 2023) is not included automatically but can be purchased separately if desired.
Sources and Methodology
This article is based on Rock Paper Shotgun’s announcement published on May 2, 2025, titled “Citizen Sleeper Free for a Week – No Excuses”. Pricing and platform details were cross‑referenced with the game’s official store pages. No currency conversion was applied; prices are listed in USD as quoted in the source.
This article was last updated on May 2, 2025.