Steam News announces a free weekend is now underway for Magicka, coinciding with a sale on the game and the release of a new free DLC pack. Also, Paradox sends word that the game has now sold over 1.8 million units since its launch a year ago. Here' word on the free weekend and DLC:

Play Magicka for FREE starting now through Sunday at 1PM Pacific Time. You can also pickup Magicka at 75% off the regular price!

There's even more free action with the new DLC Free Jólnir's Workshop, A “chilling” new challenge with 20 waves of blizzards and beasts. Help Jólnir reclaim his workshop from all new creatures while battling the harsh weather at the same time.