Xbox players have another opportunity to explore several games without paying full price. The latest Xbox Free Play Days promotion runs from November 6 through November 8, 2026, offering eight games across different genres.
This weekend’s selection includes cooperative shooters, city-building strategy games, roguelike adventures, and multiplayer experiences. However, not every title is available without a subscription.
Two games are available to all Xbox players, while the remaining titles require an eligible Xbox Game Pass subscription or offer limited trial access.
Crime Boss: Rockay City and Anno 117: Pax Romana Are Free for Everyone
The biggest attraction this weekend is the inclusion of two games that Xbox players can try without an Xbox Game Pass subscription.
Crime Boss: Rockay City puts players in the shoes of Travis Baker, a criminal determined to become the most powerful figure in Rockay City.
Players can organize robberies, expand their criminal territory, and participate in cooperative heists with up to four players. The game features a recognizable voice cast, including Michael Madsen, Chuck Norris, Danny Trejo, and Vanilla Ice.
Developed by INGAME Studios and published by 505 Games, Crime Boss: Rockay City received mixed reviews following its release. Nevertheless, its cooperative gameplay could make it an interesting choice for players looking for something to enjoy with friends.
The second free title is Anno 117: Pax Romana, Ubisoft’s city-building strategy game set during the Roman Empire.
Players take control of Roman provinces in 117 AD, managing settlements, resources, trade routes, and political relationships. Every decision influences the development of their territory.
Beyond constructing cities, players must balance diplomacy, military strength, and economic growth to maintain control over their provinces.
Anno 117: Pax Romana launched in November 2025 and received a more positive critical reception than Crime Boss: Rockay City. Its combination of historical settings and strategic gameplay makes it particularly appealing to fans of management games.
Both titles are available to try throughout the promotional weekend without requiring an Xbox Game Pass subscription.
Ixion Offers a Two-Hour Trial
Players interested in survival and management games can also explore Ixion, although its trial comes with a significant limitation.
Unlike the two Free for All titles, Ixion provides only two hours of gameplay.
The game places players in command of the Tiqqun space station as humanity searches for a new home among the stars.
Managing resources, maintaining the station, and keeping its inhabitants alive are essential parts of the experience.
Players must also deal with unexpected emergencies and difficult decisions that can determine the survival of their crew.
The two-hour trial offers an opportunity to experience the game’s mechanics before deciding whether to purchase it.
Payday 3 Returns With Cooperative Heists
Payday 3 is another highlight of this weekend’s selection.
The cooperative first-person shooter challenges players to execute increasingly complicated robberies across New York.
Teams can approach missions quietly, using stealth and careful planning to avoid detection. Alternatively, players can take a more aggressive approach and fight their way through waves of law enforcement.
Successful robberies require coordination, especially when attempting more challenging objectives.
For players who missed the recent Steam Free Weekend promotion, Xbox Free Play Days provides another opportunity to experience Payday 3.
Nowhere Prophet and Ball x Pit Bring Roguelike Action
Players looking for something different can explore Nowhere Prophet, a roguelike deck-building adventure set in a post-apocalyptic wasteland.
Instead of traditional combat, players recruit followers represented by cards and use them during tactical battles.
Combat takes place on a grid, requiring careful positioning and strategic decisions. Every encounter presents new challenges, while the roguelike structure encourages experimentation across multiple runs.
Another option is Ball x Pit, which combines classic brick-breaking mechanics with increasingly chaotic monster encounters.
Players launch bouncing projectiles into waves of enemies while collecting upgrades and combining different balls to create powerful effects.
Its unusual gameplay formula offers a faster-paced alternative to the more traditional strategy games featured this weekend.
Deceive Inc. Challenges Players to Outsmart Rival Spies
Multiplayer fans can try Deceive Inc., a competitive espionage game built around disguises, gadgets, and deception.
Players take on the role of secret agents attempting to complete objectives while avoiding detection.
The challenge comes from identifying rival agents, who can disguise themselves as ordinary characters within the environment.
Using gadgets, gathering intelligence, and carefully observing suspicious behavior are essential to success.
Unlike conventional multiplayer shooters, Deceive Inc. rewards players who can outsmart their opponents rather than relying entirely on combat skills.
Age of Wonders 4 Completes the Weekend Selection
The final featured game is Age of Wonders 4, a fantasy strategy title combining empire management with tactical turn-based combat.
Players create customized factions, develop magical abilities, expand their territories, and compete against rival civilizations.
Battles take place on tactical maps where unit positioning, abilities, and strategic planning determine the outcome.
The game also offers extensive faction customization, allowing players to experiment with different combinations of cultures, magical powers, and military strategies.
For strategy enthusiasts, Age of Wonders 4 provides plenty of opportunities to explore its systems during the promotional period.
How to Access Xbox Free Play Days
Xbox players can access the promotion through the Microsoft Store on their console or by visiting the subscriptions section.
Crime Boss: Rockay City and Anno 117: Pax Romana are available to everyone during the event.
The remaining games are part of the subscription-based selection, with Ixion specifically offering a two-hour trial.
Players should also remember that Free Play Days does not mean the games become permanent additions to their libraries.
Once the promotion ends, continued access generally requires purchasing the game or having access through an applicable subscription.
Xbox Free Play Days Ends November 8
The latest Xbox Free Play Days event offers a varied selection, making it easier for players to experiment with genres they might not normally purchase.
Crime Boss: Rockay City and Anno 117: Pax Romana stand out because neither requires an Xbox Game Pass subscription.
Meanwhile, Payday 3, Age of Wonders 4, and the remaining titles provide additional options for subscribers.
The promotion ends on November 8, 2026, giving players only a limited window to try the available games.
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