3 free video games you should play this weekend (May 10-12)

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Whenever we recommend games at Digital Trends, we tend to go heavy on titles available on subscription services like Xbox Game Pass. Rather than telling our readers to buy new games, we always try to find ones that might be on services they’re already paying for. Still, that doesn’t cover every player. There are plenty of more casual gaming fans who aren’t subscribed to any service that offers extra games. We don’t want to leave them out, do we?

If you’re in that category, or you’re simply strapped for cash, we’ve got some recommendations for some free games you can try this weekend. I don’t mean “free with a subscription” either. I’m talking about games that will cost you nothing to start, even if you decide you want to spend money on them later. From a mobile game I can’t get enough of to a a popular MMO that just made all of its DLC free, these are three free games you can dive into this weekend.

Destiny 2

There’s a good chance you already know about Destiny 2, Bungie’s long-running online shooter. The MMO has had its fair share of ups and downs through its life span, but this weekend might be the best moment to jump in if you’ve never tried it before. That’s because Bungie has made three of its expansions free to all players ahead of its next big update, June’s The Final Shape.

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From now until June 3, players can experience Shadowkeep, Beyond Light, and The Witch Queen for free (you can also get Lightfall if you have a PS Plus subscription). The latter is especially worth playing, as it contains Destiny 2’s best story campaign. Players will also get access to all Year 6 seasonal content for free until June 3. Though the open access month won’t fully get you up to speed before The Final Shape‘s launch, it should give you a good idea of whether or not you