Xbox enthusiasts have the opportunity to enjoy some of the top sports games for free this week, but the offer is only valid for a limited time. EA Sports Week has made a comeback on Xbox consoles, starting on January 15, presenting a chance for players to try out the latest games in Free Play Days until Sunday, January 18. This year’s event showcases athletes who have received significant in-game upgrades.
Notable highlights include Toni Kroos returning as an EA Sports FC 26 Icon and newcomer Cam Skattebo making his debut in Madden NFL 26. Fans can experience enhanced versions of these athletes in EA Sports titles, with special post-event discounts available for those looking to upgrade and continue their gameplay.
This weekend, players can also access College Football 26 and NHL 26 for free. Furthermore, F1 25, UFC 5, and PGA Tour are up for trial this weekend for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential members during the Free Play Days.
To install these games with your Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, or Essential membership, make sure you are signed in. Navigate to the Subscriptions tab in the Xbox Store and scroll down to the Free Play Days collection on your Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S to download the games on console.
Whether you have a penchant for football or golf, EA Sports Week provides an excellent opportunity to grab a deal with discounts of up to 60% on selected EA Sports games until January 26, presenting a significant savings opportunity.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers can delve into selected titles for up to 10 hours at any time, as the subscription includes an EA Play membership. Members can immerse themselves in the EA universe with unlimited access to a variety of top-notch titles, trial versions of new games, in-game rewards, and a handy 10% discount on EA digital purchases, among other benefits.
As reported earlier by Mirror Gaming, several EA Sports titles are currently on sale. Noteworthy discounts are available on FC26, with the game priced at just £15.99 on Xbox, marking a 60% reduction from its original price. Significant discounts are also offered on NFL, UFC, and Formula 1 games.
In conjunction with the game’s Team of the Year event, EA Sports has unveiled a new edition of FC26. The FC26 Team of the Year edition, available across all platforms, features extra content to commemorate the occasion. Players will receive a full team of TOTY nominees through an untradeable Gold Team of the Year Nominees Starting XI Pack.
This pack includes 11 TOTY Nominee Gold Player Items (Men’s & Women’s) rated 82 or higher, comprising 1 Goalkeeper, 4 Defenders, 3 Midfielders, and 3 Attackers. Additionally, players will receive three 2025 Highlights Player Picks from last year’s EA SPORTS FC 26 Football Ultimate Team campaigns, up to and including Winter Wildcards, with options from Defenders, Midfielders, and Attackers rated up to 88 overall.
Furthermore, players can kickstart their season progression journey with 5,000 Season Points to unlock up to 5 levels in the FC Season Pass. Additionally, new or returning players who log in to the full game between January 13 and February 16 will receive a new TOTY Honourable Mention Hero item.
The list of available TOTY HM Hero items includes various exciting features to enhance the gaming experience.