PlayStation Plus Adds New Games and Removes Others

by John Nowacky
in Action, Adventure, News, Playstation
on 24 May 2024

PlayStation Plus subscribers will have some new games to enjoy this month, but they will also have to say goodbye to a few titles. As reported by Push Square, a fresh batch of 12 games has been added to the “Last Chance To Play” category for PS Plus Extra Game and Premiums Catalog games. This includes popular titles such as Grand Theft Auto V, The Talos Principle, and MotoGP 23, which will soon be removed from the service.

Out of the 12 games listed, 11 will leave the PS Plus Extra Game Catalog, while Baja: Edge Of Control HD will be removed from the list of available games on the Premium tier. Subscribers will no longer be able to access these games through their subscriptions after they are removed.

The complete list of games can be found below:

– Grand Theft Auto V (PS5/PS4)
– MotoGP 23 (PS5/PS4)
– Spongebob Squarepants: Battle for Bikini Bottom – Rehydrated (PS4)
– Monster Jam Steel Titans (PS4)
– Unturned (PS4)
– Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons (PS4)
– DC League Of Super Pets: The Adventures of Krypto and Ace (PS5/PS4)
– Dodgeball Academia (PS4)
– The Talos Principle: Deluxe Edition (PS4)
– The Wild at Heart (PS4)
– Indivisible (PS4)
– Baja: Edge Of Control HD (PS4)

While the official removal date has not been announced, it is likely that these games will no longer be available on a similar date in June, following the pattern of previous removals.

PlayStation Plus continues to provide subscribers with a rotating library of games, offering both new additions and occasional removals. Make sure to take advantage of these games while they are still available, and stay tuned for the next batch of exciting titles to be added to the service.

Additional facts not mentioned in the article but relevant to the topic:

1. PlayStation Plus is a subscription service offered by Sony Interactive Entertainment for PlayStation consoles, including PS5 and PS4.

2. The service allows subscribers to access multiplayer gameplay, receive exclusive discounts, and enjoy a curated selection of free games each month.

3. PlayStation Plus offers a variety of game genres, including action, adventure, sports, puzzle, and more.

4. The service also provides cloud storage for game saves, allowing players to back up their progress and access it on multiple consoles.

5. Subscribers need an active PlayStation Plus membership to continue playing the free games they acquire through the service.

Important questions and answers:

Q: How often are new games added to PlayStation Plus?
A: New games are typically added to PlayStation Plus on a monthly basis, with a curated selection announced at the beginning of each month.

Q: Can I keep the free games acquired through PlayStation Plus forever?
A: As long as you have an active subscription, you can continue to play the free games offered through PlayStation Plus. If your subscription expires, you will lose access to those games until you renew it.

Q: Can I play PlayStation Plus games on both PS5 and PS4?
A: Yes, PlayStation Plus games are generally available for both PS5 and PS4 consoles, unless specified otherwise.

Key challenges or controversies:

1. One common challenge with PlayStation Plus is ensuring that subscribers have enough storage space on their consoles to download and install the free games each month, especially considering some games can be quite large in file size.

2. Another challenge is the limited time availability of the free games. Once a game is rotated out of the selection, it may not be available again for free, which can disappoint some players who missed the opportunity to claim and play certain titles.

Advantages of PlayStation Plus:

1. Access to a rotating library of free games each month, providing subscribers with a diverse selection of titles to play without additional cost.

2. Multiplayer capabilities, allowing subscribers to play online with friends and other PlayStation Plus members.

3. Exclusive discounts and deals on various games, downloadable content (DLC), and other PlayStation store purchases.

Disadvantages of PlayStation Plus:

1. The requirement for an active subscription to keep playing the free games acquired through PlayStation Plus, meaning that access to those games is lost if the subscription is not renewed.

2. Limited storage space on consoles can be a challenge for subscribers who wish to download and keep multiple games from the service.