WWE is marking its history-making two-night Summer Slam with a free-to-play weekend on WWE 2025 for Xbox and PC. July 31 to August 3, fans can get in the ring and build their own Summer Slam fantasy matchups—without the expenditure of a rupee or a dollar. Xbox players require a Game Pass Ultimate, Standard, or Core subscription. PC gamers, meanwhile, can jump in for free.
The game works wonderfully on the Steam Deck, too, with a Platinum rating on Proton DB and 60 FPS without any optimization. But time is short, so where do you begin? Here’s what you can skip, what to play, and why this weekend’s free trial is not a one-night stand.
Play, But Pick Your Battles: What to Try First?
WWE 2025 has a boatload of game modes, but time is limited. Don’t play My Faction unless you’re going to purchase the game sometime in the future. Though you’ll be able to get locker codes for free packs—some of which run out by August 1—you can’t justify the grind for just several days of access.
Try instead My Rise, the game’s story mode. It has decision-making storytelling with multiple endings and rewardable unlocks. It’s deep, replayable, and doesn’t cost any extra purchases. On console, play The Island mode but stick to Bray Wyatt’s storyline. Situated in the Deadlands, it’s playable without progressing and has never-before-seen footage.
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Relive History with Showcase Mode
The other standout is Showcase Mode, presented by WWE icon Paul Heyman. It’s all about the Bloodline saga, allowing players to relive iconic bouts.
In certain situations, players can even alter history or witness generational confrontations. It’s a refined, immersive experience perfect for WWE lore enthusiasts.
Fan Experience Expands the Summer Slam Event
WWE’s decision to offer WWE 2025 for free during Summer Slam isn’t just a promo—it’s a digital extension of the event. While thousands will watch the action unfold at MetLife Stadium, millions more can live their version of the show from their screens.
This approach blurs the line between spectator and participant. WWE is letting fans be more than viewers—they’re booking matches, running storylines, and controlling outcomes. That’s a modern, interactive twist on fandom.
Play Smart, Play Fast
The WWE 2025 free play weekend is a nice gesture, particularly for casual or lapsed viewers. But it’s brief. You won’t get time to see everything. Keep to the highlights—My Rise, the Bray Wyatt storyline, and Showcase mode. Whether you’re cheering on Cena or Cody at Summer Slam, you can create your ending in the game.
