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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.
Rumour: The Witcher Co-Op Action RPG in Development, and You Make Your Own Character
A new report suggests CD Projekt Red is developing an unannounced free-to-play co-op action RPG set in The Witcher universe, targeting PC and mobile platforms. Players would create their own Witcher character and take on monster contracts, with potential for a future console release. The project is rumored to involve publisher Scopely.
The Witcher is reportedly getting a free-to-play multiplayer RPG to rival the scale of Horizon Steel Frontiers, and I…
Recent rumors suggest CD Projekt Red is developing a free-to-play, co-op multiplayer RPG for The Witcher series, potentially codenamed Project Sirius. This mobile and PC title is rumored to be set in 1230 and feature customizable Witchers, aiming for a scale comparable to Horizon Steel Frontiers. The news has been met with skepticism from fans concerned about its compatibility with the established Witcher universe and storytelling focus.
New multiplayer The Witcher game details surface, but it might not be Project Sirius
Details have emerged about a new free-to-play co-op action RPG set in The Witcher universe, reportedly in development for PC and mobile. Players will create their own Witcher and take on monster contracts, featuring a skill-based system and customization options. It is unclear if this project is related to the previously announced Project Sirius, which was rebooted in 2023.
New free-to-play Witcher RPG in development, says new rumor
A new rumor suggests CD Projekt RED is developing a free-to-play co-op action RPG set in The Witcher universe for PC and mobile devices. The game reportedly allows players to create their own Witcher and is set during Geralt's younger years, focusing on skill-based combat and monster hunting.
Details Of The Witcher Free-To-Play Multiplayer Game Emerge
Details have emerged regarding a free-to-play multiplayer game set in The Witcher universe, codenamed Project Sirius. This project is being developed by CD Projekt Red, adding to the brand's extensive upcoming content which includes The Witcher 4 and an expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.
Make-your-own-Witcher game is apparently real and will be free-to-play, according to report
A report suggests that a new game allowing players to create their own Witcher experiences is in development and will be free-to-play. This news follows other anticipated titles for fans of the series.
Over 20,000 fans are asking Microsoft to drop Xbox’s online paywall
Over 20,000 users on Microsoft's Xbox Player Voice platform are requesting the removal of the online multiplayer paywall. Players argue that paying for consoles and games should be sufficient, especially as online multiplayer is generally free on PC and many free-to-play titles on Xbox no longer require subscriptions. Despite the significant user support, the article notes that Microsoft is unlikely to abandon a long-standing revenue stream without a clear financial benefit.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 12: Steam Bullet Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam Bullet Fest celebrating bullet hell and shooter games, alongside sales from various publishers and developers like Capcom, Klei, and Ubisoft. Notable titles on sale include Vampire Survivors, Returnal, and Destiny 2, with free games and bundles also available across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, and Amazon Luna.
Quake Champions gets a huge update and free battle pass to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Quake
Quake Champions has received a significant update to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Quake, including a free battle pass for all players. The update introduces numerous cosmetic rewards, a new rocket launcher, and substantial functional changes such as an overhaul to the network code to reduce lag and improve projectile prediction. Additional improvements include a 'Random Champion Select' option and various gameplay tweaks across characters, weapons, and maps.
Get Warhammer 40K Speed Freeks and The Ouroboros King for Free
The Epic Games Store is offering free copies of Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks and The Ouroboros King this week. These titles are available as part of the platform's ongoing tradition of giving away games every Thursday.