Xbox Free Play Days: WWE 2K25, Dynasty Warriors: Origins, I, Robot, and The Ascent Light Up This Weekend

This weekend, Xbox players are invited to dive into a blockbuster lineup for Free Play Days, running from Thursday, July 31 through Sunday, August 3, 2025. Four unique titles are available to experience at no cost—offering something for fans of wrestling, hack-and-slash action, retro-inspired arcade adventures, and dystopian cyberpunk shooters. Here’s everything you need to know about these limited-time opportunities, and how to make the most of your Xbox Free Play Days.

How to Access Free Play Days

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Standard, and Core members can play WWE 2K25, Dynasty Warriors: Origins, and I, Robot for free this weekend. Notably, The Ascent is accessible to all Xbox users—meaning you don’t even need a Game Pass subscription to participate.

To start playing:

• Visit the Xbox Store from your console and look for the “Free Play Days” collection under the Subscriptions tab.

• Or, head to each game’s detail page on Xbox.com, sign in, and install the games directly to your console or PC.

• Try the games for free, and if you love them, take advantage of generous weekend discounts to keep your progress and unlock additional content.

Game Highlights: Xbox Free Play Days (July 31–August 3, 2025)

1. WWE 2K25 Standard Edition

Developer: 2K
For: Xbox Series X|S
Regular Price: $69.99, now $34.99 (50% off)

Key Features:

• Over 300 playable characters, including modern Superstars, Legends, and Hall of Famers.

• All-new “2K Showcase: The Bloodline’s Dynasty,” narrated by Paul Heyman.

• First-ever intergender matches in franchise history.

• “MyRIE” multi-gender storyline lets players craft a custom career across divisions.

• “The Island” free-roam online hub accommodates up to 50 players exploring new WWE content outside the ring.

• Accessible improvements in chain wrestling, Underground and Bloodline Match types, and gameplay polish for both casual and hardcore wrestling fans.

• Keep Gamerscore and achievements if you decide to purchase.

2. Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Developer: KOEI TECMO AMERICA
For: Xbox Series X|S
Regular Price: $69.99, now $52.49

Key Features:

• The largest battles in the series’ history, with hundreds of enemies on screen.

• Epic retelling of the “Yellow Turban Rebellion” through “Battle of Chibi,” immersing players in the tumultuous Three Kingdoms era of ancient China.

• As a nameless protagonist, reshape history in sprawling, action-packed 1 vs. 1,000 encounters.

• Vivid landscapes, character customizations, and tactical options redefine the hack-and-slash genre for veterans and newcomers alike.

3. I, Robot

Developer: Atari
For: Xbox Series X|S, Smart Delivery
Regular Price: $14.99, now $11.99 (20% off, offer runs until August 10)

Key Features:

• A reimagining of the 1980s arcade classic, crafted by legendary developer Jeff Minter.

• Surreal visuals—navigate as an ox-headed robot through perplexing, ever-shifting 3D mazes.

• Objective: flip tiles while evading the all-seeing eye, then race down psychedelic tubes, blasting enemies and avoiding hazards.

• Challenging puzzles and sensory overload, perfect for fans of classic games with a modern twist.

• Unique, brightly colored style that stands out from any other arcade revival on Xbox.

4. The Ascent

Developer: Curve Games
For: Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S (including Play Anywhere support)
Regular Price: $29.99, now $7.49 (75% off for the base game, 50% for DLC until August 11)

Key Features:

• Fully free to play for all Xbox gamers—no Xbox Game Pass required.

• Cooperatively (up to 4 players) or solo, explore the cyberpunk world of Veles as your arcology collapses.

• Loot-driven twin-stick shooter with fast-paced combat, deep RPG mechanics, and striking neon-drenched urban landscapes.

• Full cross-play, smart delivery, and stunning visual enhancements for new-gen consoles.

• One of Xbox’s standout indie favorites; this is a chance to experience it risk-free and at a massive discount if you purchase.

Why Free Play Days Matter

• Try Before You Buy: Play the full version of each game, unlocking achievements and saving progress.

• Exclusive Discounts: Deep price cuts during the event encourage you to keep your favorites at the lowest prices of the season.

• Community Fun: Gather friends for multiplayer titles like WWE 2K25 and The Ascent, or challenge yourself in the single-player epics.

• Perfect for Exploring New Games: Whether you missed these titles at launch or want to revisit classics reimagined, Free Play Days are the perfect low-risk way to experience the Xbox ecosystem’s depth.

Don’t Miss Out!

The Xbox Free Play Days event only lasts until Sunday, August 3, so act quickly to make the most of this generous offer. Whether you’re eager to step into the wrestling ring, command ancient armies, test your skills in a retro arcade world, or fight your way through a dystopian city, this is your weekend to play. Check out our previous week’s coverage of Xbox Free Play Days to see what was on tap last week.

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