Microsoft announced the availability of five games for free access this weekend, with the support of its partners, on Xbox consoles. The initiative, valid between Friday, July 18, and Monday, July 20, 2026, features titles such as Grand Theft Auto Online, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, Crucible: Theater of Idols, Planet Zoo: Console Edition and Looney Tunes: Wacky World of Sports, offering a variety of genres for all tastes.
Xbox Game Pass subscribers, including Essential, Premium and Ultimate categories, have the opportunity to enjoy these games at no additional cost. The free access period for most titles extends until 3:59 am on Monday, July 20th, following Brasília time.
This opportunity is granted to players through Microsoft’s popular “Free Play Days” benefit. This program allows video game enthusiasts to test a selection of titles free of charge, promoting the discovery of new games and expanding the gaming experience on weekends.
Adventure in the open world of Grand Theft Auto Online
Immerse yourself in the vibrant environment of Grand Theft Auto Online, an ever-expanding digital universe that supports up to thirty participants. Players can start their journey as petty criminals and gradually build a vast criminal empire. Take advantage of the chance to explore the cultural sites of Los Santos and plan the theft of valuable artifacts during The Kortz Center Heist heist, now accessible in the game. Join the enigmatic Mr. Faber and agent Raf De Angelis to execute this massive operation. The best part is that Grand Theft Auto Online will be available for free until July 21st, without requiring a Game Pass subscription.
Get ready to fight in Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2
Anime fans can transform into a Super Saiyan with Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, available for free this season. This game immerses participants in the most vast and detailed universe of the Dragon Ball saga ever created. It is possible to train with legendary figures such as Goku, Vegeta, Piccolo, Gohan, Trunks, Cell and Frieza, with the aim of molding the perfect warrior and safeguarding the Dragon Ball timeline.
Discover the horrors of Crucible: Theater of Idols
In Crucible: Theater of Idols, players will be transported to a disturbing version of Spain, where survival requires sacrificing one’s own blood for ammunition. This title offers a very intense survival horror experience, set in a place of haunting beauty. The plot follows soldier Gabriel as he arrives on the cursed island of Tormentosa, where he must confront giant religious idols and terrifying creatures in search of an unholy truth. Arm yourself with your spiked pistol and discover the limits of your sacrifice to stay alive.
Manage your own animal sanctuary in Planet Zoo: Console Edition
Developed by the same creators of Planet Coaster and Zoo Tycoon, Planet Zoo: Console Edition features a wide range of realistic animals that interact and feel, exploring the environment built by players. Participants are tasked with designing and building unique habitats, modeling expansive landscapes, and making decisions crucial to animal welfare. Zoo management is made easy by intuitive controls that provide powerful, accessible creation tools.
Enter the competition with Looney Tunes: Wacky World of Sports
Challenge friends in four popular sports: basketball, football, golf and tennis, in the game Looney Tunes: Wacky World of Sports. Players must overcome unusual obstacles and use power-ups to generate moments of pure confusion, all while controlling their favorite Looney Tunes characters. This title, which is a sports arcade, offers local cooperative modes for up to four participants, allowing each participant to select the character that best aligns with their play style.