After a busy week on Xbox that included fresh Game Pass additions and Microsoft's Developer Direct showcase, the weekend presents an opportunity to relax, catch up and dive into whatever grabbed attention during the week.

XPLog editors have already narrowed down their weekend playlists. Selections span the latest Game Pass arrivals, Developer Direct highlights and reliable go-to favourites for offline and online sessions.

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  • New Game Pass arrivals: Time set aside to sample the latest additions to Xbox Game Pass, with editors keen to test whether the most recent drops live up to the early buzz.
  • Developer Direct highlights: Titles featured in Microsoft’s Developer Direct will receive post-show attention, with focus on both small-scale indies and the more ambitious showcases that stood out during the stream.
  • Co‑op and party games: Local and online multiplayer options remain a weekend staple for social play; editors plan short sessions for quick laughs and longer sessions for more serious co‑op progress.
  • Single‑player favourites: Longform narrative and RPG picks will fill quieter moments—ideal for those wanting to settle in and make steady progress without interruptions.
  • Retro revisits and speedruns: A few editors intend to dust off older favourites for nostalgia, challenge runs and short retro sessions that fit around other commitments.

Readers are encouraged to share weekend plans and recent discoveries in the comments, whether trying a fresh Game Pass title, replaying an old favourite or following up on Developer Direct showcases.