EA Sports Takeover: Free Play Days in January

Prepare for an exhilarating weekend packed with excitement and intense competition! Whether you’re shooting for the goal, meeting the challenge on the gridiron, zooming across the finish line, or delivering the KO punch, Free Play Days has your gaming cravings covered. Starting from Thursday, January 16 at 12:01 am Pacific, running through to Sunday, January 19 at 11:59 pm Pacific, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Standard, and Core members can dive into games like FC 25, College Football 25, Madden NFL 25, F1 24, NHL 25, UFC 5, WRC 24, and PGA Tour.

Getting Started

To join in on the action, navigate to the individual game details page on Xbox.com to locate and install the games. When you click through, you’ll be directed to the Microsoft Store. Make sure you’re logged in to access the installation option with your Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Standard, or Core membership. Alternatively, on your console, head to the Subscriptions tab within the Xbox Store. From there, scroll down to find the Free Play Days collection on your Xbox One or Xbox Series X|S.

Extend the Excitement

If the thrill leaves you wanting more, take advantage of a limited-time discount to purchase these games or their various editions. You’ll be able to continue enjoying your games along with maintaining your Gamerscore and achievements you’ve earned during the event. Keep in mind that discounts, titles, and availability may vary depending on the game and your region.

Free Play Days (Membership Required)

EA SPORTS FC™ 25 Standard Edition Xbox One & Xbox Series X|S

Score big with EA SPORTS FC 25! This game, optimized for Xbox Series X|S, offers countless ways to lead your club to glory. Compete with friends in the newly introduced 5v5 Rush mode, and steer your team to success using the advanced tactical controls provided by FC IQ.

EA SPORTS™ College Football 25

Get ready to embrace the spirit of college football in EA SPORTS College Football 25, specifically enhanced for Xbox Series X|S. With a broad range of gameplay options across 134 FBS schools, immerse yourself in iconic sports environments as you strive for collegiate greatness.

EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL 25

Feel the electricity on the field with EA SPORTS Madden NFL 25. Optimized for Xbox Series X|S, the game introduces the FieldSense system powered by Boom Tech. This new tech infuses realistic tackling physics, delivering lifelike collisions and fresh gameplay animations.

F1® 24

Take the driver’s seat as you compete in F1 24, the official video game of the 2024 FIA Formula One World Championship, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. This experience allows you to race amongst the top 20 and measure up to the legends.

NHL® 25 Xbox Series X|S

Experience the smart plays of hockey with EA SPORTS NHL 25, crafted for Xbox Series X|S. The ICE-Q gameplay intelligence system grants you control over every part of the rink, embodying what true hockey intelligence feels like.

UFC® 5

With EA SPORTS UFC 5, dive into the next generation of fighting games, brought to life by the Frostbite engine and optimized for Xbox Series X|S. The game’s enhanced graphics, innovative damage mechanism, and realistic stoppages mirror the authenticity of real-life bouts.

EA SPORTS™ WRC 24

Embrace the thrilling rally universe in EA SPORTS WRC 24, fully optimized for Xbox Series X|S. With new tracks, events, and high-performance vehicles, experience the intoxicating rush of the 2024 rally season yourself.

EA SPORTS™ PGA TOUR™

Step onto the greens with the EA SPORTS PGA Tour, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. Featuring Pure Strike and access to exclusive golf courses, it stands as the singular location for major championships, delivering unmatched golfing gameplay excellence.

Get ready to engage in non-stop gaming adventures!