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Xbox Game Pass members get a bonus free game this weekend thanks to Free Play Days, but you only have about 24 hours left to play it. It's been a big week for the subscription service, with 14 day-one games announced for Game Pass during Thursday's Xbox Partner Preview livestream.
This is also after some high-profile releases, like Cyberpunk 2077, were added in March. Over on the official Xbox website, the latest Free Play Days announcement revealed that two games are playable this weekend. One is free for all Xbox users, while the other is available to Game Pass members on all tiers. So, whether you have Ultimate, Premium or Essential, you'll be able to play it. The promotion runs from Thursday, March 26 until Sunday, March 29, 2026. Train Sim World 6 Is Free To Play This Weekend The bonus freebie for Xbox Game Pass members is Train Sim World 6: Thomas and Friends Edition. As the name implies, this edition lets you control Thomas the Tank Engine and other characters from the series. You'll be able to experience the West Somerset Railway add-on and the 80th Anniversary Expansion. To download the game on console, click on the Subscriptions tab in the Xbox Store and go down to the Free Play Days collection. From a computer, you'll need to be signed in to your Game Pass account and access the game's page on the Xbox storefront. Even if Thomas and Friends isn't your thing, this edition also comes with the Train Sim World 6: Free Starter Pack, which lets you operate real-world trains in the Training Center. If you enjoy the game, it's also discounted right now as part of the Free Play Days promotion, so once it's no longer free, you can snag it for only $19.99 for a limited time. It's usually $39.99, so that's a solid 50% discount. Free & Discounted Games For Xbox Members Expire Soon Train Sim World 6: Thomas and Friends Edition isn't the only game that's a part of Free Play Days this weekend. Rubber Bandits is also available to play for free, no Game Pass required. It's a multiplayer brawler that typically costs $9.99, so you may want to check it out while it's free to see if it's your kind of game. Subscribe to our newsletter for Game Pass deals & discounts Get curated Game Pass coverage by subscribing to our newsletter — focused highlights on Free Play Days, bonus titles and current discounts, plus clear guidance on which games to try or buy. Get Updates By subscribing, you agree to receive newsletter and marketing emails, and accept our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You can unsubscribe anytime. Right now, both titles are free for Xbox Game Pass members, and Train Sim World 6: Thomas and Friends Edition also has a 50% discount. However, this deal won't last long. Free Play Days for the weekend will end late on Sunday night, so you have until the end of March 29 to check these out. Xbox Game Pass Number of Devices Concurrently Standard subscription plan allows two accounts playing at once, with four accounts playing at once on Friends & Family plan Highest Resolution 1440p streaming Number of Accounts ~35 million subscribers Compatibility Xbox Series X|S, PC, ROG Xbox Ally, Android, iOS, Samsung & LG TVs, Meta Quest, Web Browser Price Per Month Essential $9.99 | Premium $14.99 | Ultimate $29.99 Price per year 12-month membership codes only available at certain retailers
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