Xbox Free Play Days lets you try four games this weekend—including one without Game Pass

Xbox has launched its latest Free Play Days event, giving players a chance to try multiple games over the weekend without buying them first. This time, the lineup includes a mix of genres—from fighting and sports to strategy and multiplayer action.

The full list of free games

Here are the games available during this event:

You don’t need Game Pass for one of them

Most Free Play Days events require a Game Pass subscription—but there’s a small twist this time.

• Dragon Ball FighterZ is free for everyone, no subscription needed
• The other three games require Game Pass Ultimate, Standard, or Core

That makes this event a bit more accessible than usual, especially if you just want to try a popular fighting game.

What each game offers

• Railway Empire 2 – Build and manage a railway company during the industrial era
• NBA Bounce – Arcade-style basketball with simple controls and multiplayer
• Predator: Hunting Grounds – Asymmetrical multiplayer where you play as predator or prey
• Dragon Ball FighterZ – Fast-paced anime fighting game with tag-team mechanics

Your progress carries over if you buy

Like previous Free Play Days:

• Any progress you make will be saved
• If you buy the game later, you continue from where you left off

All the featured titles are also currently discounted, making it easier to pick them up after trying.

Limited-time window

The event is short:

• Ends Sunday, May 3 (11:59 PM PT)
• Predator: Hunting Grounds runs slightly longer than the others

The takeaway: a quick way to test before you buy

Free Play Days is one of the easiest ways to try games without risk. This week’s lineup is not huge, but it covers a good range of styles—and the inclusion of a free-to-play title without Game Pass is a nice bonus.

If any of these games were already on your list, this weekend is a good time to test them before spending money.