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Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7, Diablo 4, And More Games Are Free On Xbox This Weekend
Microsoft is offering several games for free on Xbox over the July 4th weekend as part of its Free Play Days promotion. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 multiplayer and Zombies are available until July 6, and Diablo IV until July 7. Demonschool and The Stone Madness have two-hour trials available until July 5. Some titles, like Ikonei Island: An Earthlock Adventure, require an Xbox Game Pass subscription.
Battlefield 6 is an FPS where 'the guy obsessed with metas is having the least fun', and it's…
EA is offering a free trial for Battlefield 6 from June 30 to July 6, granting access to five modes and four maps. The trial is available through EA's Redsec portal on PC, including Steam and the Epic Games Store. Additionally, the full game is currently 50% off on Steam.
Lord Of The Trough Released
Lord Of The Trough, a free-to-play game developed by Rory O'Brien and Buck50 Games, has been released on Windows via Steam. The game is also supported by four paid DLC packs.
Pokémon Champions Hits 10 Million Downloads Worldwide
Pokémon Champions has surpassed 10 million downloads worldwide across mobile and Nintendo Switch platforms shortly after its mobile launch. To celebrate, developers are offering players 100 free Fast Coupons, redeemable via the in-game mailbox until August 31, 2026. The game features cross-platform battles and integration with Pokémon HOME.
How to get the Haalvu in Warframe
Players can obtain the new Sentient weapon, the Haalvu, in Warframe by watching TennoCon 2026 on Twitch for 30 consecutive minutes between 11:00 AM and 4:30 PM ET on July 10th, 2026. The weapon will be delivered to linked accounts and comes with a free weapon slot and an Orokin Catalyst. The Haalvu functions as a powerful artillery weapon that can split into eight separate rifles.
Age Of Empires Mobile: PC Edition Is A Different Kind Of Empire Builder
Age of Empires Mobile: PC Edition, a free-to-play version of the mobile strategy game, is now available on PC via the Xbox Store and Steam. This version is rebuilt for mouse and keyboard controls, featuring a faster pace and enhanced visuals, but is not available on Xbox consoles. It supports cross-play and cross-progression with the mobile version.
The Queen's Gondola Released
The Queen's Gondola, described as a "cozy horror anomaly game," has been released on PC via Steam and is free-to-play. The game supports both English and French languages.
Delta Force Announces New Season Meltdown, Launching June 30 with New Maps, Modes and Rainbow Six Siege Collaboration
Team Jade announced Season Meltdown for Delta Force, launching June 30, featuring a new map, AZ3 Nuclear Plant, with escalating hazards and a new boss. The update also introduces a new Operator, N-Two, two new weapons, and a collaboration with Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege. Delta Force is a free-to-play tactical shooter available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, iOS, and Android.
A team of Anarchy Online F2P ‘froobs’ defeated the MMORPG’s final raid boss after two years of prep
A dedicated group of free-to-play players in the MMORPG Anarchy Online successfully defeated the game's final raid boss, known as the Beast. This achievement was accomplished after two years of preparation, with the players overcoming significant gear and strategy limitations faced by free accounts.
EverQuest Legends tweaks spell and weapon upgrades as OG EverQuest makes its 2023 expansion F2P
EverQuest Legends is introducing a new Spell Upgrade System during its beta phase, allowing players to invest motes to enhance spell scaling for mana costs, cast times, damage, and more. The weapon upgrade system will be reverted, and some Berserker Stance functionality will be restored. Separately, the original EverQuest has made its 2023 Laurion's Song expansion free-to-play.
Free Play Days – PGA Tour 2K25, Two Point Museum, Assetto Corsa and Dead by Daylight
Xbox is offering Free Play Days for several games including PGA Tour 2K25, Two Point Museum, and Assetto Corsa for Game Pass members from June 18 to June 21. Additionally, Dead by Daylight is available for all Xbox members to try until June 22. Players can continue their progress and unlock achievements during these trial periods, with discounts available on the full games and select DLCs.
As GTA Online readies for another large update, and GTA 6 approaches, Rockstar offers free upgrades to GTA 5 on PS5 and Xbox Series S/X
Rockstar Games is offering a free upgrade for Grand Theft Auto 5 from PlayStation 4 and Xbox One to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. This promotion coincides with the upcoming release of a new heist for Grand Theft Auto Online in July and ahead of Grand Theft Auto 6's launch. The upgraded versions of Grand Theft Auto 5 feature enhancements like 4K resolution, 60 FPS support, and faster loading times.
PS Store Just Dropped Awesome Free PS5 RPGs Worth Playing
Two free-to-play RPGs, Mistfall Hunter and Once Human, are currently available in beta on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5. Once Human, a multiplayer open-world shooter RPG set in a post-apocalyptic world, is also available on PC and mobile. Mistfall Hunter is described as a PvPvE extraction action RPG. Both games are slated for full free-to-play launches in 2026.
Pokemon Champions Is Out Now On Mobile With A Very Powerful Freebie
Pokemon Champions has launched on iOS and Android devices, following its release on Nintendo Switch earlier this year. Players on all platforms can claim a free Raichu with Mega Stones until September 2. The game supports cross-play between mobile and console versions and features in-game purchases.
Gloria Victis F2P Relaunch
The medieval MMORPG Gloria Victis has relaunched as a free-to-play title on PC via Steam. The game originally launched in 2023 and this relaunch celebrates its transition to a free-to-play model.
Grand Theft Auto V gets free upgrades on Xbox and PlayStation
Rockstar Games announced that current-generation upgrades for Grand Theft Auto V will be free for owners on Xbox One and PlayStation 4 starting June 18th. Previously, these upgrades cost $10, while PC players received them for free with additional features. The "Kortz Center Heist" update for Grand Theft Auto Online also launches concurrently.
Quantic Dreams’ Spellcaster Chronicles shuts down on Friday, four months after release
Quantic Dream's free-to-play, team-based action-strategy game, Spellcaster Chronicles, will shut down its servers on June 19, 2026, just over four months after its Early Access launch. The developer cited the challenging market environment and insufficient player numbers for its decision to refocus on other projects. Players who spent money during Early Access will be eligible for a full refund.
CD Projekt reportedly has a second multiplayer Witcher game in development that's free-to-play and coming to mobile and PC
A new report suggests CD Projekt Red is developing a separate, free-to-play multiplayer Witcher game distinct from Project Sirius. This new title is reportedly a co-op action-RPG set during Geralt's younger years, targeting PC and mobile platforms. It will feature monster contracts, a skill-based combat system, and customizable witcher characters.
The Witcher Co-op Game in Development for PC and Mobile – Rumor
A rumor suggests CD Projekt RED is developing a free-to-play co-op game set in The Witcher universe for PC, iOS, and Android. The title, reportedly set in the year 1230, will feature players taking on monster contracts with skill-based combat and potion brewing. CD Projekt RED is also working with Fool's Theory on The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt expansion 'Songs of the Past,' which has been delayed to a 2027 release.
New The Witcher spin-off in development claims report but not for consoles
A new free-to-play co-op action RPG set in The Witcher universe is reportedly in development, targeting PC and mobile platforms. This unannounced title is separate from The Witcher: Project Sirius and is rumored to be developed by Scopely, known for mobile games like Monopoly Go!. The game is said to be set in the year 1230 and will allow players to create and customize their own witcher.
