Popular Global Game Free on Xbox This Weekend
This weekend, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential subscribers can enjoy an exciting opportunity: Free Play Days. From January 15 to January 18, 2026, players can experience one of the world’s most popular sports titles, EA Sports FC 26, at no cost.
Details of the Free Play Event
EA and Xbox have collaborated to promote this event through a special video featuring retired German soccer star Toni Kroos. Known for his successful tenure at Real Madrid, Kroos aims to reconnect with fans in this promotional effort.
Subscription Offers
Xbox Game Pass offers various subscription levels:
- Game Pass Ultimate: $30 per month
- Game Pass Premium: $15 per month (with a 14-day trial for just $1)
- Game Pass Essential: $10 per month (with a 30-day trial for $1)
EA Sports FC 26 Performance
EA Sports FC 26 was a commercial success, leading console game sales globally in 2025, according to Newzoo. It ranked sixth among PC games by international revenue through November 2025.