Every Thursday Microsoft brings in a fresh slate of games for Xbox gamers to try over the weekend as a part of its Free Play Days promotion. The latest refresh that arrived today only revealed a single title for the weekend, and that's EA Sports UFC 5. This is a special occasion as well. Unlike the standard events, this one does not require any tier of Game Pass to jump in. All Xbox Series X|S owners can play the game over the weekend, even if they do not have a Core subscription.
As always, any progress made during the weekend also carries over automatically if you decide to purchase the game afterward.
Coming in from EA Sports, UFC 5 is the latest entry in the long-running mixed martial arts fighting games. This installment landed in 2023 for the latest generation consoles. Built on DICE's Frostbite Engine for the first time, the title event received an M rating by the ESRB for its realistic injury system, as EA wanted to make a more authentic experience akin to the real-world sport.
The damage system, dubbed the Real Impact System, involves depicting blood and sweat on fighters as well as facial injuries. Having injuries like bruised eyes or broken noses can even affect the performance of a fighter due to impaired vision or breathing difficulty. A doctor stoppage may even happen if the injuries become too severe.
UFC 5 offers a single-player career mode to become the top-ranked fighter, online modes for competitive action, and special events tied to real-world fights.
Here are the store links for the game:
- UFC 5 - $27.99 (Xbox Series X|S)
- UFC 5 Deluxe Edition - $31.99 (Xbox Series X|S)
- UFC 5 Ultimate Edition - $89.99 (Xbox Series X|S)
This Free Play Days promotion will end on Sunday, June 29, at 11:59 pm PT. Following this, expect another round of games to enter the program next Thursday, July 3.
