Exciting Xbox Free Play Days 4 Game Lineup: Play Dead by Daylight, Headbangers: Rhythm Royale, Trailmakers, and Synduality Echo of Ada Free This Weekend

Exciting Xbox Free Play Days 4 Game Lineup: Play Dead by Daylight, Headbangers: Rhythm Royale, Trailmakers, and Synduality Echo of Ada Free This Weekend

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Written by Dave W. Shanahan

June 19, 2025

Xbox is turning up the excitement for gamers this weekend with its latest Xbox Free Play Days event, offering Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Standard, and Core members the chance to dive into four diverse and highly acclaimed titles—Dead by Daylight, Headbangers: Rhythm Royale, Trailmakers, and Synduality Echo of Ada—from Thursday, June 19th through Sunday, June 22nd. Whether you’re a fan of horror, rhythm-based chaos, creative engineering, or futuristic mech battles, this lineup delivers something for every type of player.

How to Access Free Play Days

Getting started is straightforward for Xbox Game Pass members. Simply visit the individual game detail pages on Xbox.com and sign in to your Microsoft account to install the games. Alternatively, on your Xbox One or Xbox Series X|S console, navigate to the Subscriptions tab in the Xbox Store and scroll down to the Free Play Days collection. From there, you can download any of the featured titles and start playing immediately.

This Weekend’s Xbox Free Play Days Lineup

Game Title Genre Key Features & Updates Discounted Price*
Dead by Daylight Survival Horror Five Nights at Freddy’s Chapter, new killer “The Animatronic” Up to 60% off base, 50% off DLCs
Headbangers: Rhythm Royale Rhythm Battle Royale 30-player musical mayhem, pigeon customization $3.99 (was $19.99)
Trailmakers Sandbox/Vehicle Builder New PvP update, deathmatch mode, custom combat machines $14.99 (was $29.99)
Synduality Echo of Ada Sci-fi Action Shooter Mech battles, Season 2: Punishing Lands, up to 25% off $29.99 (was $39.99)

*Discounts and availability may vary by region and title.

Dead by Daylight: Horror Meets Iconic Crossover

Exciting Xbox Free Play Days 4 Game Lineup: Play Dead by Daylight, Headbangers: Rhythm Royale, Trailmakers, and Synduality Echo of Ada Free This Weekend

Step into the fog with Dead by Daylight, the renowned multiplayer survival horror game. This weekend, players can experience the chilling new “Five Nights at Freddy’s” Chapter, introducing “The Animatronic” as a new killer. The game is optimized for Xbox Series X|S and supports Smart Delivery. For those who want to keep the terror going, the base game is up to 60% off and select DLCs are half price until June 28th.

Headbangers: Rhythm Royale – Musical Mayhem for All Ages

Exciting Xbox Free Play Days 4 Game Lineup: Play Dead by Daylight, Headbangers: Rhythm Royale, Trailmakers, and Synduality Echo of Ada Free This Weekend

If you’re looking for something more lighthearted, Headbangers: Rhythm Royale brings a quirky twist to the battle royale genre. Compete as one of 30 pigeons in a series of rhythm-based mini-games, customize your bird with hundreds of items, and aim to become the ultimate Master Headbanger. The game is optimized for the latest Xbox consoles and supports Xbox Play Anywhere, making it easy to pick up and play wherever you are.

Trailmakers: Creativity Unleashed in PvP Combat

Exciting Xbox Free Play Days 4 Game Lineup: Play Dead by Daylight, Headbangers: Rhythm Royale, Trailmakers, and Synduality Echo of Ada Free This Weekend

Trailmakers invites players to build, customize, and battle with their own vehicles in a dynamic sandbox environment. The latest update introduces a new deathmatch mode and powerful new weapons, promising the biggest leap forward for competitive play in the game’s history. Whether you’re a creative builder or a fierce competitor, this update is designed to test your engineering skills under fire1.

Synduality Echo of Ada: Mech Battles in a Post-Apocalyptic World

Exciting Xbox Free Play Days 4 Game Lineup: Play Dead by Daylight, Headbangers: Rhythm Royale, Trailmakers, and Synduality Echo of Ada Free This Weekend

For fans of sci-fi action, Synduality Echo of Ada offers a gripping experience. Pilot your own mech, team up with an AI partner, and fight for survival against deadly creatures and rival players. Season 2: Punishing Lands is live, bringing new areas, weapons, and rewards. The game is available at up to 25% off during Free Play Days, making this the perfect time to jump in.

Keep the Fun Going

If you find a new favorite during Free Play Days, you can purchase the full game and any available editions at a discounted rate, retaining all your progress, Gamerscore, and achievements earned during the event. Discounts and title availability may vary by region, so be sure to check the Microsoft Store for the latest offers.

Don’t Miss Out

This Free Play Days event is a prime opportunity for Xbox Game Pass members to try out some of the platform’s most exciting and varied games at no additional cost. Be sure to take advantage of these limited-time offers before they’re gone, and stay tuned to msftnewsnow.com for future Free Play Days announcements and the latest Xbox gaming news.


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I'm Dave W. Shanahan, a Microsoft enthusiast with a passion for Windows 11, Xbox, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Azure, and more. After OnMSFT.com closed, I started MSFTNewsNow.com to keep the world updated on Microsoft news. Based in Massachusetts, you can find me on Twitter @Dav3Shanahan or email me at davewshanahan@gmail.com.