XBOX players have another solid weekend lined up, as Microsoft rolls out a fresh batch of XBOX Free Play Days titles for Game Pass members. This time around, the lineup includes a mix of sports, survival storytelling, and co-op horror, giving players a little bit of everything to try before they buy.
According to a new post on XBOX Wire, MLB The Show 26, The Alters, and Stuffed are all available to play for free from Thursday, July 9 through Sunday, July 12 for XBOX Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential subscribers. As usual, any progress and achievements you earn during the trial period will carry over if you decide to purchase the games.
Let’s break down what’s included this weekend and why each title might be worth your time.
MLB The Show 26 brings the heat
MLB The Show 26 Standard Edition
If you’re a sports fan, MLB The Show 26 is the headline attraction. The latest entry in the long-running baseball franchise delivers improved Road to the Show mechanics, deeper franchise management, and more realistic on-field gameplay.
It’s also optimized for XBOX Series X|S, making it one of the more polished sports experiences currently available on the platform. Even better, it’s currently discounted by 50% during the event, dropping the price to $34.99.
The Alters delivers a unique survival twist
One of the more intriguing titles in this lineup is The Alters, a sci-fi survival game with a heavy narrative focus. You play as a stranded explorer who creates alternate versions of himself—each shaped by different life decisions—to survive a hostile planet.
The game blends base-building, resource management, and emotional storytelling in a way that feels fresh compared to typical survival games. It’s also part of XBOX Play Anywhere, meaning you can jump between console and PC seamlessly.
At 50% off during the Free Play Days event, this is a great opportunity to test one of 2026’s more experimental Game Pass titles.
Stuffed adds co-op horror fun
Rounding out the weekend is Stuffed, a quirky first-person shooter where you play as a teddy bear defending its owner from nightmares. The game leans into a spooky-but-lighthearted vibe and supports up to four-player online co-op.
While it’s the smallest title of the three, it’s arguably the most fun to jump into with friends for quick sessions over the weekend.
How to download and play
To get started, head to the XBOX Store on your console or visit XBOX.com and sign in with your Game Pass subscription. You can also find the Free Play Days collection directly under the Subscriptions tab on XBOX One and XBOX Series X|S.
As always, these trials are time-limited, so you’ll want to jump in before Sunday, July 12. If you enjoy any of the games, you can grab them at a discount and keep your progress intact.
With a strong mix of genres and some solid discounts, this weekend’s Free Play Days lineup is definitely worth checking out—especially if you’re already a Game Pass subscriber.
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