The Survivalists Joins Xbox Free Play Days

Team17's The Survivalists is playable this weekend through Xbox Free Play Days for Game Pass Ultimate, Premium and Essential members. The survival adventure places players on a procedurally generated island where exploration, crafting and environmental threats combine with a system that lets monkeys be trained to perform useful tasks. The promotion runs through September 6. Any achievements and save progress earned during the free period can carry forward if the player later purchases the game, making the weekend effectively a full extended trial for eligible Game Pass subscribers.

Set in The Escapists universe, the title combines vibrant pixel art with procedural island exploration, hazardous dungeon vaults, and four-player cooperative multiplayer support.

With progress carrying over to discounted purchase packages, the weekend event offers an ideal cooperative sandbox getaway. Read more indie game spotlights on /news and explore releases on /release-radar.

Key Takeaways & FAQs

Category: Free Play. - Date: September 4, 2026. - Source: Team17.

Q: Who can access The Survivalists during Free Play Days? A: The full game trial is available to all active Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential members on Xbox.

Q: What is the unique mechanic in The Survivalists? A: Players can tame and train wild island monkeys to automate crafting, lumbering, combat, and resource hauling.