Blindfire goes free on Xbox Series X|S, PC and PS5 May 5

Blindfire will be available to download for free on Xbox Series X|S, PC and PS5 beginning May 5, 2026, according to product listings on the Xbox Store. The change affects all supported platforms on the same date.

The Xbox Store listing states: “Blindfire will be available to download for free from May 5th 2026.” The store description adds that the game delivers “unique FPS action in pitch-black arenas” and asks players to “rely on sound and high-tech gadgets to develop your skills in new ways. Ideal for quick, high-tension matches with friends.”

Blindfire is a first-person arena shooter built around near-total darkness. Players navigate pitch-black levels using audio cues and in-game devices rather than traditional sightlines. Matches are designed to be short and intense.

A timed free trial is currently available on supported platforms for players who want to test the game before the free download date.

The game launched in 2024 after a surprise drop during an Xbox partner showcase. At release it sold for around £7.99 / $8.99 and remained a paid title for roughly two years before the planned switch to free.

User reviews and store ratings show mixed reception. The game carries a “Mixed” rating on Steam and a 2.6 out of 5 score on the Xbox Store based on more than 200 user reviews. Recent comments in store reviews frequently note a small active player base.

Players interested in claiming the free version should check the relevant platform store on May 5, 2026, or access the current timed trial to play immediately.