In case you missed it, Xbox occasionally offers free game weekends, during which anyone can play a selection of highlighted games for a limited time. Sometimes it's limited to Xbox Game Pass subscribers, but this time, it's completely free.
While several games are being offered this time, there is one that stands out, and you may not have played it before.
Originally released in 2019 as The Sinking City, it was eventually remastered on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S in 2025. Now, it's free this weekend for Xbox Game Pass subscribers.
Here's a quick blurb to see if the game is for you: "Experience the Lovecraftian horror of The Sinking City in a whole new light. This Unreal Engine 5 remaster brings the game’s eerie atmosphere to life with stunning visuals and enhanced features. Dive into Oakmont’s mysteries and unravel the city’s descent into madness."
The game is described as having an "oppressive atmosphere and story," which will appeal to many people. Given that this is a roughly 25-hour game thematically set in the 1920s and deals with supernatural forces, it's going to be up a lot of people's alleys. It's also something you could feasibly finish during...
