PS Plus: 9 Free Games Arriving August 19 — Including a Huge AAA Title and a Day One Release
August is shaping up to be scorching hot for PlayStation Plus subscribers! Sony is rolling out a line-up as diverse as it is spectacular, blending epic brawls, poetic adventures, retro chills, and captivating open worlds. Get your controllers ready: on August 19, a true tidal wave of gaming will crash into the Game Catalog.
After making waves with July’s anniversary selection, PlayStation Plus is back this August with a fresh summer line-up, complementing the games offered earlier this month. Expect brutal arena showdowns, the legendary agility of Manhattan’s spider, and a chilling return to survival horror classics. This selection, available from August 19, should satisfy every kind of player—and help make up for the titles leaving the catalog this month.
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Mortal Kombat 1 (PS5)
Fire God Liu Kang has rewritten history, but peace is never guaranteed in Mortal Kombat 1. This explosive reboot delivers the saga’s most cinematic campaign, revisiting friendships, rivalries, and the origins of its kombatants. Get ready to master an overhauled combat system featuring devastating Fatal Blows, defensive Breakers, and ever more inventive Fatalities. A must-play for fans of no-holds-barred fighting action.
Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered (PS5) Game of the Year Edition (PS4)
Step into the shoes of an experienced Peter Parker in Marvel’s Spider-Man and swing effortlessly over skyscrapers. With choreographed combat, gripping intrigue, and personal drama, this Insomniac Games masterpiece remains one of the best superhero adaptations ever made. On PS5, enjoy the Remastered edition for an enhanced experience, while PS4 players can download the Game of the Year Edition.
Sword of the Sea: The Art of Mystic Surfing
From the creator of Journey and ABZÛ, Sword of the Sea invites you to surf shimmering waves of sand and water on your Hoversword. Blending fast-paced action with meditative visuals, this Day One release promises a unique sensory odyssey where tricks and exploration flow together seamlessly.
Earth Defense Force 6 (PS5, PS4)
Three years after the previous entry, Earth Defense Force 6 drops players into a world on the brink of extinction. Alone or in co-op, face swarms of colossal alien invaders in an explosive third-person shooter that embraces pure over-the-top chaos. Defend Earth… or what’s left of it.
Unicorn Overlord (PS5, PS4)
The masterminds behind Dragon’s Crown and 13 Sentinels return with Unicorn Overlord, a stunning tactical RPG blending open exploration and strategic battles. Fans of Final Fantasy Tactics or Fire Emblem may just find their next obsession.
Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key (PS5, PS4)
In Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key, summer marks the beginning of Ryza and her friends’ final grand adventure. The mysterious appearance of the Kark Isles prompts the group to explore ancient ruins hiding a monumental gate. A cryptic voice urges them to reach the “Code of the Universe”… a journey that will uncover the very roots of alchemy. Exploration, crafting, and dynamic battles lie at the heart of this epic conclusion to the trilogy.
Indika (PS5)
Indika is an unconventional narrative experience where mystical visions blend with biting dark humor. You play as a young nun whose monastic life takes an unexpected turn when she strikes up… a friendship with the Devil himself. Between sharp dialogue, a strange world, and existential dilemmas, this introspective journey swings between tragedy and absurd comedy, in true Russian novel style.
Harold Halibut (PS5)
With Harold Halibut, dive into a handcrafted adventure that straddles the line between video game and stop-motion film. You are Harold, a lab assistant aboard a massive submerged spaceship on an oceanic planet. While most inhabitants have resigned themselves to their fate, your mentor is still searching for a way to leave this world. A heartfelt fable about friendship, hope, and curiosity, elevated by a one-of-a-kind artistic direction.
Coral Island (PS5)
Coral Island invites you to leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind and build the farm of your dreams on a tropical island paradise. From tending your crops and raising animals to restoring coral reefs and socializing with over 70 villagers, each day brings new activities. Explore, decorate, and contribute to the community’s prosperity in this warm, tropical farming sim.
PlayStation Plus Premium: the return of horror legends
PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers get a special treat with the arrival of two survival horror icons: the original versions of Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 3: Nemesis. These PlayStation classics return with modern enhancements:
- Up-rendering for improved visual quality
- Rewind function to fix mistakes
- Quick save anytime
- Custom video filters for the perfect experience
The perfect opportunity to discover — or rediscover — the roots of Raccoon City before the events of Resident Evil Requiem coming next February.
As a bonus, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach also offers a 5-hour Game Trial with save data and trophies transferable to the full version.
