In a notable gesture honoring the legendary Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne, following his reported passing on July 22, 2025, game developer Double Fine released their acclaimed game Brutal Legend for free on PC. This unique offer was available for a specific duration of 666 minutes, a nod to heavy metal symbolism. Osbourne`s distinctive persona and voice are prominently featured within the game, where he embodies characters such as The Guardian of Metal and Dadbat.
Double Fine initially announced this exclusive, time-sensitive promotion on BlueSky. However, by the time news of the giveaway circulated more broadly, the window to claim the free game had already closed. The developer explicitly stated that making Brutal Legend accessible for free on Itch.io was a direct way “to honor Ozzy’s larger-than-life rock and roll legacy.”
As detailed in the New York Times, Ozzy Osbourne`s passing was reported on July 22, 2025, just weeks after his final performance with Black Sabbath at the “Back to the Beginning” concert in England. For over two decades, Osbourne, alongside his wife Sharon, played an instrumental role in organizing and overseeing the hugely popular annual Ozzfest tour. Beyond his foundational work with Black Sabbath, Osbourne also forged an immensely successful solo career, earning him the rare distinction of being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on two separate occasions.
Brutal Legend represents just one instance of Osbourne`s connection to the world of video games. The iconic musician also appeared as a playable character in Guitar Hero World Tour, where fans could perform his classic hits `Crazy Train` and `Mr. Crowley.` Furthermore, Osbourne`s music has been licensed and incorporated into various other prominent video game titles, including the critically acclaimed Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas and several games within the long-running Madden series.
Note: The date of passing (July 22, 2025) is as stated in the original source article.