Skull and Bones and Civilization VI are Free Games of the Weekend

Free Gaming Weekend Across Consoles & Epic Games Store

This weekend brings a variety of free gaming opportunities across Xbox consoles and the Epic Games Store.

From Friday (18) to Sunday (20), the game “Aaaa,” a title from the Microsoft-Ubisoft partnership, is available for everyone’s enjoyment. Several other titles and expansions are also accessible for free: Skull and Bones: This game is free to play until Monday (21), with no Xbox Game Pass subscription required. Destiny 2 Expansions: Until Sunday (20), players can access expansions such as Lightfall, The Witch Queen, Renegados Pack, and Fortress of the Shadows without needing an Xbox Game Pass subscription. Blades of Fire: A 10-hour trial of Blades of Fire is available starting Friday (18) and runs until Sunday (20). This trial also does not require an Xbox Game Pass subscription. Please note, the following titles are free only for Xbox Game Pass subscribers: Breakout Beyond: Available starting Friday (18). Atomicrops: Also available starting Friday (18).

Epic Games Store Offers Civilization VI Platinum Edition Free Until Thursday

The Epic Games Store offers Civilization VI: Platinum Edition for free. This offer is redeemable until next Thursday (24). The Platinum Edition is a comprehensive package that includes the base game, Sid Meier’s Civilization VI, along with eight expansions: Civilization VI – Vikings Scenario Pack Civilization VI – Polish Civilization and Scenario Pack Civilization VI – Australian Scenario Pack Civilization VI – Civilizations of Persia and Macedonia Scenario Pack Civilization VI – Nubian Civilization and Scenario Pack Civilization VI: Rise and Fall Expansion Civilization VI: Gathering Storm Expansion Players interested in strategy games should not miss this opportunity.

In Case You Missed It

If you’re a fan of strategy games or just looking to expand your digital library, don’t forget to mark this Saturday on your calendar! Sophie Laurent’s latest post, “Don’t Forget This Saturday: Epic Games Store PlayersForLife Sid Meier’s Civilization VI: Platinum Edition for Free,” (published on July 19, 2025) is a must-read. She highlights the Epic Games Store’s generous offer to give away this acclaimed game for free from July 22nd until the promotion ends. With new titles dropping every week, it’s worth keeping an eye out for these fantastic opportunities. Head over to her article (Don’t Forget This Saturday: Epic Games Store PlayersForLife Sid Meier’s Civilization VI: Platinum Edition for Free) to find all the details and links you need to claim your copy! For fans of The Legend of Zelda, there’s exciting news on the horizon! Ahmed Hassan recently penned an article titled “Nintendo Finds Its Actors to Portray Link and Zelda on Film, They Are Unknowns” (July 20, 2025), which delves into Nintendo’s bold move to cast lesser-known actors for their upcoming live-action adaptation. With Bo Bragason taking on the role of Princess Zelda and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link, the film promises a fresh take on these beloved characters. Dive into the details and speculate about how this new cast will bring The Legend of Zelda to life at Nintendo Finds Its Actors to Portray Link and Zelda on Film, They Are Unknowns. If you’re a fan of grand strategy games or simply can’t resist a great deal, don’t forget to mark your calendars for this Sunday! Bruno Pferd’s latest post on PlayersForLife Games (published July 20, 2025) highlights the Epic Games Store’s upcoming freebie: Sid Meier’s Civilization VI: Platinum Edition. This week-long giveaway is a fantastic opportunity to dive into one of the most acclaimed strategy games out there. Be sure to stay tuned and secure your copy starting Sunday; Bruno has all the details and links you need right here. Don’t Forget This Sunday: Epic Games Store PlayersForLife Sid Meier’s Civilization VI Platinum Edition for Free

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