Ethan Crossfield 
Xbox Free Play Days has opened access to four games through September 27. PGA TOUR 2K25 and Tom Clancy’s The Division 2 are available to everyone, while The Escapists 2 and Young Suns require an Xbox Game Pass subscription. Players can find the promotion through the Microsoft Store on Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S.
What changed in this week’s Xbox promotion
The latest Free Play Days lineup covers four different types of play, from prison-escape strategy to golf simulation and open-world shooting. The two Free for All titles are PGA TOUR 2K25 and The Division 2, meaning Xbox players can try them without the Game Pass requirement attached to the other games. Access is temporary: the promotion ends on September 27, after which the games will no longer be playable through this offer. Discounts may be available for players who decide to purchase them.
Which games are worth checking out
The Division 2 is the clearest choice for players looking for a longer open-world experience. Its devastated Washington, D.C. setting combines cover-based combat with gear collection, crafting, skills, solo play, online co-op, and additional PvP content. PGA TOUR 2K25 offers a more structured multiplayer experience, with major golf tournaments, MyCAREER, customizable MyPLAYER characters, cross-platform play, and a Course Designer. The Escapists 2 focuses on planning and improvisation, asking players to study prison routines, gather supplies, craft items, and coordinate escapes in solo or multiplayer modes. Young Suns is different from the other entries because this promotion is a free trial ahead of its November 3, 2026 release. It is a cozy sci-fi life sim built around exploration, resource gathering, ship customization, quests, and seamless four-player co-op.
How to access the games before September 27
On an Xbox console, open the Microsoft Store and select the subscriptions tab. Scroll to the Xbox Free Play Days promotion, then choose the game you want to try. The Escapists 2 and Young Suns are restricted to Xbox Game Pass subscribers, while PGA TOUR 2K25 and The Division 2 are marked Free for All. The offer only covers the promotional access period, so players should not expect continued access after September 27 unless they purchase the relevant game or use another entitlement.
What players should know
- The promotion runs through September 27.
- PGA TOUR 2K25 and The Division 2 are Free for All.
- The Escapists 2 and Young Suns require Xbox Game Pass.
- Young Suns is a free trial before its November 3, 2026 release.
- The Division 2 supports solo play and online co-op in an open-world Washington, D.C.
- The Escapists 2 is currently discounted to roughly $4.19, while The Division 2 is roughly $4.29.
Xbox Free Play Days lineup
| Game | Access | Genre | Notable feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Escapists 2 | Game Pass required | Strategy, simulation | Solo, local co-op, online co-op, and competitive modes |
| Young Suns | Game Pass required | Cozy life sim | Four-player co-op and customizable spaceship |
| PGA TOUR 2K25 | Free for All | Sports simulation | MyCAREER, ranked multiplayer, and Course Designer |
| The Division 2 | Free for All | Open-world looter shooter | Cover combat, gear progression, co-op, and PvP |
Expert View
This is a well-rounded Free Play Days lineup, especially because two games are available to all Xbox players. The Division 2 provides the strongest option for open-world fans, while PGA TOUR 2K25 is a useful trial for sports and multiplayer audiences. Game Pass subscribers also get two contrasting experiences, although Young Suns should be viewed as a preview rather than a full release. Players interested in any of these games should try them before September 27, since access is limited to the promotion window.
