A free weekend is underway for Skull and Bones, giving the chance to play the multiplayer action/RPG between now and Monday on PC (via Ubisoft Connect) and consoles. If you want to continue your life of piracy and buy the game, your progress will carry over. This page has details on how to participate. Here's word:

Embark on the vast naval open world of Skull and Bones, an online action RPG where you rise to become the most fearsome pirate kingpin. Customize your fleet, craft unique ships, and forge formidable weapons to dominate in exhilarating sea battles against your foes, all while expanding your pirate dominion.

Play the full version of Skull and Bones for free from April 17th at 11:00 am to April 21st at 08:00 am (your local time)!

Once the free weekend is over your progression will be carried over if you purchase the game.