PS Plus: August 2025 Free Games Announced, with a Special 15th Anniversary Bonus
August’s PlayStation Plus lineup embraces variety, with a selection that favors intensity over novelty. From a dark Soulslike to an old-school survival game and anime-style brawls, Sony is banking on solid titles — even if the focus clearly remains on the PS4 generation.
Summer may be in full swing, but there’s no reason to put the controller down. After spoiling subscribers in July with heavy hitters like Cyberpunk 2077, Sony is back at it with a powerful August lineup. On the menu for August 2025: a twisted fairytale with Soulslike mechanics, a brutal open-world survival experience, and a high-octane fighter straight out of the My Hero Academia universe. Three games, three distinct vibes — one subscription to enjoy them all.
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Lies of P (PS5, PS4)
Picture Pinocchio in a dark, twisted world where puppets don’t sing — they kill. That’s the bold premise of Lies of P, a gripping and unsettling Soulslike adventure that reimagines the classic Italian tale with a gothic, blood-soaked twist.
- Play as a scarred Pinocchio seeking the truth in a decadent Belle Époque-style city
- Battle corrupted puppets with a customizable arsenal and deadly mechanical arms
- Choose between truth and lies in your quest to become human
With its haunting atmosphere, punishing combat, and twisted storytelling, Lies of P is a dark gem for fans of tough gameplay and deeply eerie worlds.
No mercy, no checkpoints, no second chances. In DayZ, survival is a constant struggle. This hardcore multiplayer survival game drops you into a devastated world where the infected aren’t your only problem — other players can be even worse.
- Explore massive open-world maps like Chernarus and Livonia, covering over 160 km²
- Manage hunger, thirst, injuries… and your growing paranoia
- Team up with or fight against 59 other online survivors
DayZ delivers the pure essence of unforgiving survival gameplay, where every misstep could be your last — and caution is your best defense.
My Hero One’s Justice 2
Get your Quirks ready — the heroes and villains of My Hero Academia are back in My Hero One’s Justice 2, the explosive sequel to the popular 3D arena fighter that anime fans can’t get enough of.
- Play iconic characters like Deku, Bakugo, All Might, and Shigaraki
- Unleash devastating Quirks in fully destructible arenas
- Relive key moments from the anime through spectacular fights
Fast-paced, flashy, and true to the series, My Hero One’s Justice 2 is a must-play for fans of stylish combat and over-the-top anime action.
A Bonus Gift for PlayStation Plus’ 15th Anniversary
This month, Sony continues celebrating PlayStation Plus’ 15th anniversary with a nice bonus for subscribers. Starting August 5th, you’ll be able to download a special set of anniversary avatars featuring iconic games like Cyberpunk 2077, Hogwarts Legacy, Diablo IV, God of War Ragnarök, and Twisted Metal.
A small gesture for a huge community, and a reminder of how far the service has come in expanding our digital libraries year after year. The downside? This evolution has come with a rise in subscription prices — and things might only get worse.
And don’t forget — you have until August 4th to claim July’s free PS Plus games. Don’t miss Diablo IV, The King of Fighters XV, and Jusant — three very different titles, but all highly recommended.
