The Xbox Team is ending the year on another Free Play Days, giving players the ability to try out several blockbuster games at no additional cost. From December 18 through December 21, Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential subscribers can access a strong lineup of shooters, sports, and survival games.
There is also additional time for Call of Duty players, as Black Ops 7 multiplayer and Zombies will remain unlocked through December 22. Fallout 76 is also completely free for all Xbox players for a week, even if you don’t have a Game Pass subscription.
If you were interested in any of these games, this is a great opportunity to test them out before the year ends.
Free Play Days lineup (Game Pass required)
These games are available from December 18 to December 21 for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential members:
- NBA 2K26
- WWE 2K25
- PGA Tour 2K25
- Ark: Survival Ascended
- The Forgotten City (console and PC)
Extra free access
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7
- Multiplayer and Zombies modes only
- Free to play until December 22
Fallout 76
- Free for all Xbox members
- Runs from December 16 to December 23
- No Game Pass membership required
How to start playing
Visit the game’s individual page on Xbox.com, where you’ll find a direct link to the Microsoft Store. Make sure you’re signed in to see the free install option on your device if you’re a Game Pass member.
On console, navigate to the Subscriptions tab in the Xbox Store and scroll down to the Free Play Days collection on Xbox One or Xbox Series X|S.
Keep playing after the event
If you want to keep playing any of the titles, discounts are available for a limited time during the event. Gamerscore and achievements earned for Free Play Days titles will transfer to your account when the title is purchased. Note: Discounts and availability may vary by title and region.
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