What Are You Playing This Weekend? September 12-13

Got any big gaming plans this weekend, or are you just looking to chip away at that backlog? Either way, you're in good company, because the weekend has rolled around once again and it's time to talk about what we're all playing.

Let's be honest: as far as weeks go, this one has been pretty tepid on the new release front. Not every weekend can bring a massive blockbuster, and that's totally fine. Quiet stretches like this are the perfect excuse to catch up on something you've been meaning to get to, or to finally give that dusty backlog the attention it deserves.

That said, there's still stuff worth checking out if you're in the mood for something new. The Free Play Days offering is live, which means you can jump into some games for free over the next couple of days. It's a nice low-risk way to try something you might not have picked up otherwise. If you end up loving it, great. If not, you've lost nothing but a bit of time.

On top of that, there are some publisher spotlight sales running on the Xbox Store right now. If you've had your eye on a title from a particular publisher, this could be the moment to pull the trigger. Sales like these are always a good chance to grab something at a discount, especially during a week when there isn't much else demanding your attention.

Of course, the real question is what you'll actually be loading up. Maybe you're diving into one of those free-to-play options, maybe you're browsing the sales for a bargain, or maybe you're sticking with an old favorite that never seems to leave your rotation. There's no wrong answer here.

So, what's on your agenda? Are you trying out something from Free Play Days, hunting down a deal in the publisher spotlight sales, or just sticking with whatever you've been grinding away at? Whatever it is, we want to hear about it.

Drop your weekend gaming plans in the comments below. You never know, you might just find your next obsession thanks to a fellow reader. Happy gaming, and enjoy the weekend!