If you’ve been waiting for the perfect excuse to bulk up your Xbox library without wrecking your wallet, Microsoft’s latest sale might just hit the sweet spot. Running through September 23, the new Xbox Buy 1 Get 2 Free promotion puts the spotlight on some of the boldest and weirdest indie titles worth adding to your backlog, without emptying your bank account.
Three games for the price of one? Yes, please.
Here’s the deal: head over to the Deals section on your Xbox console of choice (Xbox Series X|S or Xbox One), and you’ll find a section labeled “Buy 1, Get 2 Free.” From there, it’s as simple as picking any three games from the extensive eligible list. The catch? You pay for only the most expensive one, while the other two — so long as they’re equal or lesser in price — come along for the ride, free of charge.
It’s an enticing setup that lets players build a mini-collection for a fraction of the regular cost. Think of it as bargain hunting, but with games you’d actually want to play.
A celebration of indie hits
Unlike previous Buy 1 Get 2 Free promotions, which often leaned on deluxe editions of AAA titles with steep digital price tags (remember February’s sale with Hogwarts Legacy at deluxe price tiers?), this September 2025 edition is loaded with inexpensive, critically acclaimed indie games.
Included in the promo are titles like:
- Choo-Choo Charles – a cult-horror survival game where you’re hunted by a creepy spider train (yes, really).
- The Walking Dead: A New Frontier – another gripping Telltale adventure in the iconic zombie universe.
- Bugsnax – equal parts adorable and weird, with a story that’s stranger (and deeper) than it looks on the surface.
And these are just a few. There are dozens of other games from small studios also up for grabs, many of which rarely see the spotlight in major sales. Better yet, most titles land in the $10 to $30 price range, making it possible to snag three top-shelf indies for less than the price of a single AAA game.
Already on Game Pass? Here’s what to consider
Now, before you go wild: yes, a few of the included games are already available on Xbox Game Pass. That technically means you can play them without buying them. But here’s the catch: Game Pass is a rotating library. That game you’re playing today might be gone next month.
If you want to own a title permanently and not stress about expiration dates, this sale is your perfect excuse. However, to truly max out your value, it’s smart to skip over the Game Pass titles and choose ones that aren’t available through the service. No point in double-dipping unless you just really want to keep them forever.
How to grab the deal
Here’s a quick guide to max out this deal:
- Turn on your Xbox console and head to the Store.
- Navigate to the Deals section.
- Look for the “Buy 1, Get 2 Free” category.
- Pick three eligible indie games. Your total cost will be the price of the most expensive one.
Reminder: The deal runs only until September 23, 2025. So, if something catches your eye, don’t wai: these deals don’t come around often, and the selection may change before the sale ends.
One of Xbox’s best indie bundles to date?
Honestly, this could end up being one of the most accessible Xbox promotions of the year for fans of creative, offbeat, or just plain fun games. Whether you’re a horror aficionado looking to survive Choo-Choo Charles, a story-driven player itching for more The Walking Dead, or just in need of something quirky like Bugsnax, this sale covers just about every indie niche out there.
With prices this low and variety this good, you might want to start clearing space on your hard drive now.
Xbox continues to prove that building an incredible game library doesn’t have to cost triple digits. Between Game Pass, frequent discounts, and clever bundles like this Buy 1 Get 2 Free sale, there’s never been a better time to invest in your digital shelves, especially if you’ve slept on some killer indie gems.
So, what are you waiting for? Jump into the Deals tab and start stacking your next gaming obsession.