Microsoft is offering a digital bundle of 25 free games with qualifying Windows 11 PC purchases in the United States. The promotion is tied to Xbox’s 25th anniversary and includes games valued at more than $500.
The offer is available for eligible Windows 11 PCs bought from participating U.S. retailers. It runs from November 2 through December 31, while supplies last.
What the Windows 11 Game Bundle Includes
The 25-game collection includes several familiar Microsoft and Xbox titles. Games named in the bundle include:
- The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition
- Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary
- Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition
- Minecraft Dungeons
- Gears of War: Reloaded
The bundle is delivered digitally. After it has been claimed, the games are connected to the buyer’s Microsoft account rather than to just one computer.
That account-based access means the games can be played on compatible Windows PCs the account holder owns. Some games in the collection are also available on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S through Xbox Play Anywhere.
Eligible Windows 11 PC Purchase Requirements
Not every Windows 11 computer qualifies for the promotion. To receive the game bundle, buyers must purchase an eligible Windows 11 PC through a participating retailer in the United States during the promotional period.
The offer is available while supplies last, so availability may end before December 31.
And there is one practical detail worth keeping in mind: eligibility for the bundle does not mean that every qualifying PC can run all 25 games. Hardware compatibility can differ by game, so shoppers should review game requirements before choosing a device for gaming.
When and How to Claim the Free Games
The claim option will be available through the Microsoft Store app by November 30. Buyers can redeem the game bundle directly from their eligible device.
To complete the offer, the PC must be activated and the games added to the buyer’s Microsoft account by February 12, 2027. Once redeemed, the games remain associated with that account.
Play Games Across Compatible PCs and Xbox Consoles
The bundle is designed around Microsoft account access. Once the games are claimed, they can be played on compatible Windows PCs linked to the same account.
Select games also support Xbox Play Anywhere on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. For those titles, players can move between a compatible PC and console without purchasing the game again.
Availability on Xbox is not the same for every title in the collection. Buyers should check whether a particular game supports console play before relying on it for Xbox access.
Check Game Compatibility Before Buying
The free-game bundle adds value to an eligible Windows 11 PC purchase, but the hardware still needs to fit the games a buyer plans to play. Some eligible computers may not support every title included in the collection.
Before purchasing, review whether the PC is compatible with the games that matter most to you. Also check whether those titles are available on Xbox consoles if you plan to use Xbox Play Anywhere.
FAQ
When does the Microsoft Windows 11 free games promotion run?
The promotion runs from November 2 through December 31, while supplies last. It applies to eligible Windows 11 PC purchases from participating U.S. retailers.
How many games are included with an eligible Windows 11 PC?
The digital bundle includes 25 free games valued at more than $500. Named titles include Skyrim Special Edition, Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary, Minecraft Dungeons, and Gears of War: Reloaded.
When do buyers need to redeem the game bundle?
The claim option will be available in the Microsoft Store app by November 30. Buyers have until February 12, 2027, to activate their PC and add the games to their Microsoft account.