Best PlayStation Plus Games (January 2025)
PlayStation Plus: Top Games Leaving & Arriving in Early 2025
Sony's PlayStation Plus service, launched in June 2022, offers three tiers: Essential, Extra, and Premium. This tiered system combines the previous PS Plus with PS Now, providing varying levels of access to online features, free games, and a vast game library.
- PlayStation Plus Essential: ($9.99/month) Offers online multiplayer access, monthly free games, and discounts – similar to the original PS Plus.
- PlayStation Plus Extra: ($14.99/month) Includes all Essential benefits plus access to a large catalog of PS4 and PS5 games.
- PlayStation Plus Premium: ($17.99/month) Combines all benefits from Essential and Extra, adding a library of classic PlayStation games (PS1, PS2, PSP, PS3), game trials, and cloud streaming (in select regions).
Premium's extensive library of over 700 games can be overwhelming to navigate. This guide highlights some key titles to consider before subscribing. Sony regularly adds new games, a mix of current-gen and classic titles.
Updated January 5, 2025: The January 2025 PlayStation Plus Essential games have been revealed, with mixed reception, although one title is considered a classic. Our rankings consider both game quality and their PS Plus availability date, prioritizing newer additions and Essential titles.
Notable Departures from PS Plus Extra & Premium (January 2025)
Several significant titles are leaving the Extra and Premium tiers on January 21st, 2025. The most notable removals include:
- Resident Evil 2 (Remake): Capcom's acclaimed 2019 remake is a standout departure. This survival horror masterpiece offers two compelling campaigns, challenging players with inventory management, puzzle-solving, and intense encounters with terrifying enemies. While completing both campaigns might be challenging before its removal, a single playthrough is achievable.
- Dragon Ball FighterZ: Arc System Works' fighting game boasts exceptional accessibility and depth. While the online competitive scene is a major draw, the offline single-player content, though present, may become repetitive after a short time.
New Arrivals: January 7th - February 3rd, 2025
- The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe (PS Plus Essential - January 2025): This critically acclaimed title joins the Essential tier.
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