What Free Microsoft Games Can I Play Right Now?
There are plenty of ways to play Microsoft-backed games for free — from permanent free-to-play titles to time-limited trials and demos. **Check the Microsoft Store and the Xbox app** for current free-to-play games, “free weekends,” and demo versions; many popular franchises offer free multiplayer modes or starter experiences. Examples of common categories you’ll find include **free-to-play multiplayer shooters and battle royales**, **casual and puzzle titles** (often bundled in the Microsoft Solitaire Collection), and **trial/demo versions** of big releases.If you use an Xbox console or the PC Xbox app, also watch for **Xbox Free Play Days** events and temporary promotions that unlock full games for a short period. Finally, don’t forget subscription perks — services like Xbox Game Pass sometimes include free trials or rotating titles you can play at no extra cost while they’re in the catalogue. For the latest options, open the Microsoft Store or Xbox app and look under “Free” or “Deals.”