Forspoken, despite its free PS Plus offering, continues to spark heated debate among players nearly a year after launch.

The December 2024 PS Plus Extra and Premium additions, including Forspoken and Sonic Frontiers, generated unexpectedly positive feedback. However, this enthusiasm is far from universal.

Many free players abandoned Forspoken within hours, criticizing its "ridiculous dialogue" and weak narrative. While some appreciated the combat, parkour, and exploration, the overall sentiment suggests that the story and dialogue significantly detract from the experience.

PS Plus's free offering hasn't revitalized Forspoken; its inconsistent quality remains a major issue. The action RPG follows Frey, a New Yorker transported to the breathtaking yet perilous land of Athia. Armed with newfound magical abilities, Frey must navigate this vast region, battle formidable creatures, and defeat powerful matriarchs known as the Tants to find her way back home.