There is a limited 2-hour free trial available on the Microsoft Store.

The game frequently hosts free-to-play weekends on Steam .

If you are referring to the spin-off, , it is receiving a major free update on April 30, 2026 , which adds a highly-requested Endless Mode .

If you are looking for ways to play without a full purchase, consider these official options:

If you miss a season, all the cosmetic items and rewards are moved into the general loot pool (such as Cargo Crates or Lost Packs found in caves) for you to find for free later.

All paid extras are strictly cosmetic (armor skins, weapon paintjobs) and have no impact on gameplay.

The developers at Ghost Ship Games have built a reputation for fairness by offering the following: