PS Plus: 8 New Free Games Drop to Kick Off Your Back-to-Gaming Season
In September, PlayStation Plus is bringing a fresh batch of free games that mixes big-name franchises, brand-new adventures, and heart-pounding thrills.
After a particularly generous August — featuring the legendary Spiderman Remastered — PlayStation Plus is rolling out a September selection that feels like a true gaming season kickoff. While some players were disappointed with this month’s line-up, Sony is clearly stepping up with a solid and varied offering to make up for recent catalogue removals. These new titles will be available starting September 16.
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WWE 2K25 (PS5, PS4)
The wrestling franchise is back in the ring with WWE 2K25 and its spectacular Showcase Mode focused on The Bloodline. Relive the most iconic battles of the Samoan dynasty, create your own dream matches, and try out new features like intergender wrestling, Bloodline rules, barricade diving, and new arenas to unlock. The MyRISE mode offers a multi-branch story campaign where Superstars infiltrate NXT to shake up the WWE universe. A must-play for hardcore wrestling fans.
Persona 5 Tactica (PS5, PS4)
The Phantom Thieves are back in Persona 5 Tactica, a tactical spin-off that blends strategy and storytelling. Trapped in an alternate world ruled by the Legionnaires, the heroes must rely on a mysterious new ally named Erina to survive and spark an emotional revolution. Get ready for tense turn-based battles, new allies, and a plot that sheds light on fresh secrets from the Persona universe.
Green Hell (PS5, PS4)
Step into the green inferno with Green Hell. This open-world survival simulator throws you into the most unforgiving parts of the Amazon rainforest. Build your shelter, hunt, craft, and keep an eye on your mental health to avoid breaking down. The game includes a 4-player co-op mode to test your collective endurance. If you love experiences where every choice matters, get ready to sweat — literally.
Fate/Samurai Remnant (PS5, PS4)
Action-RPG fans are in for a treat with Fate/Samurai Remnant, which throws you into the Waxing Moon Ritual set in the Edo period. Play as Miyamoto Iori and survive a brutal Holy Grail War where every encounter is a fight to the death.
Crow Country (PS5, PS4)
Step into the retro atmosphere of Crow Country, a classic-style survival horror set in an abandoned amusement park. You play as Mara Forest, determined to uncover why the enigmatic Edward Crow shut down his park two years ago. Expect an oppressive atmosphere, puzzles to solve, and disturbing revelations as you explore.
The Invincible (PS5, PS4)
In The Invincible, you play as Yasna, an astrobiologist on a scientific mission gone wrong. Stranded on the planet Regis III, you must find your missing crew and uncover the secrets of this strange world. Every decision matters, leading to one of 11 possible endings in this philosophical sci-fi thriller inspired by Stanisław Lem’s novel.
Conscript (PS5)
Conscript is a pixel-art survival horror set in 1916, in the heart of World War I. You play as a French soldier willing to risk everything to find his missing brother in the hell of Verdun. Between labyrinthine trenches, besieged forts, and deadly no man’s land, every bullet counts and resource management is critical. Expect a suffocating atmosphere, challenging level design, and puzzles reminiscent of the genre’s classics.
PlayStation Plus Premium: The Return of Kain and Raziel
PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers are getting a real treat with Legacy of Kain: Defiance. This PS2 classic is finally making its debut on PS4 and PS5 with faithful emulation.
Reunite with the legendary Kain and Raziel in their epic conflict, each wielding their mythical blade. Between a near-divine vampire emperor and a spectral angel of death, this iconic duo drags you into Nosgoth, poisoned by war and intrigue. A welcome revival of one of the most iconic action-adventure sagas of the 2000s, finally available for a new generation of players.
