EA and Velan Studios' high-octane multiplayer dodgeball game is set to launch less than a month from now on May 21. However, while everyone else will get a chance to try out the game on its opening week, EA Play subscribers, including those who have an active Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription, will receive Knockout City for free.
Will Knockout City Launch on Xbox Game Pass?
Technically, Xbox Game Pass subscribers will not get Knockout City for free. Instead, it will launch on EA Play, which comes as one of the many free perks for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers. In addition to free access to Knockout City, EA Play and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers will receive a free in-game outfit and a $20 discount off the game's Deluxe Edition.
Speaking of the Deluxe Edition, EA Play Pro subscribers will receive the Deluxe Edition of Knockout City for free. At the moment, EA Play Pro is a PC-exclusive monthly subscription service. It does not come free for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers. Is Knockout City Free on Other Platforms? Launching with a one-week free trial on top of being free on EA Play is a great way to guarantee a high player count.
As we've mentioned earlier, Knockout City will launch with a free trial period for 7 days following its launch. For players who like the game and don't have an active Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or EA Play subscription, Knockout City will be available to purchase for $19.99 and the Deluxe Edition for $29.99.