Microsoft has detailed the latest batch of titles included in the Xbox Free Play Days program, giving subscribers three different games to try out over the weekend. Running through late on August 23, 2026, the lineup gives players access to ICARUS: Console Edition, Train Sim World 6, and Lynked: Banner of the Spark on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One.
Quick Facts
- Event Window: Available until late on August 23, 2026.
- Featured Games: ICARUS: Console Edition, Train Sim World 6, and Lynked: Banner of the Spark.
- Requirement: An active Xbox Game Pass subscription is required to download and play.
- Discounts: None of the featured Free Play Days titles are currently on sale.
How to Access the Free Games
To start playing these titles on Xbox Series X|S or Xbox One, search for the individual game on the Xbox Store dashboard, select the install button marked as "Included with Game Pass," and download the software directly to your console.
Additional Free Trial Options
Alongside the main Free Play Days lineup, Battlefield 6 is running an independent free trial window on Xbox consoles until August 25, 2026. While the trial lets players check out the new Top Gun content, it requires access to online multiplayer, though an Xbox Game Pass subscription is not strictly necessary for that specific trial.