PlayStation Plus members are in for a sensational August 2025—Sony is turning up the heat with a diverse and enticing game lineup across all subscription tiers, including returns to fan-favorite genres and brand-new releases.
Free Monthly Games (Available from August 5 – Essential Tier)
- Lies of P (PS4, PS5): A reputably challenging souls‑like action‑RPG that reimagines Pinocchio in a haunting Belle Époque world.
- DayZ (PS4): Dive into hardcore multiplayer survival in a post‑apocalyptic zombie landscape. Lose everything if you die—making every choice tense and meaningful.
- My Hero One’s Justice 2 (PS4): Channel your favorite characters from My Hero Academia in this over‑the‑top, Quirk‑powered arena fighter.
Essentials gamers can download and keep these titles as long as their subscription remains active.
Game Catalog Additions (Extra & Premium Tiers, Available from August 19)
- Mortal Kombat 1 (PS5): Engage in gore‑laden brawls with the series’ most cinematic storytelling yet.
- Marvel’s Spider‑Man Remastered (PS5) / Game of the Year Edition (PS4): Swing through a gripping superhero adventure that remains a high watermark for the genre.
- Sword of the Sea (PS5): A day‑one release—surf, soar, and flow across sand and water in a beautifully crafted, atmospheric adventure.
- Earth Defense Force 6 (PS4, PS5): Join the fight against swarming alien threats in this bombastic, arcade-style shooter.
- Unicorn Overlord (PS4, PS5): A tactical fantasy RPG blending Vanillaware’s stunning art with complex strategic gameplay.
- Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key (PS4, PS5): Ryza’s final adventure beckons with alchemy, mystery, and cosmic secrets.
- Indika (PS5): A surreal narrative‑driven journey of a nun and a devilish companion—equal parts dark comedy and odyssey.
- Harold Halibut (PS5): A handcrafted narrative set aboard a submerged, city‑sized ark—filled with heartfelt storytelling and exploration.
- Coral Island (PS5): A cozy, eco‑aware farming sim with reef restoration, colorful villagers, and a tropical idyll to shape.
Classic Horror Returns (Premium Tier Only)
- Resident Evil 2 (PS4, PS5) and Resident Evil 3: Nemesis (PS4, PS5): Revisit the terrors of Raccoon City with enhanced features like rewind and quick save.
With a lineup that spans pulse-pounding fighting, eerie horror throwbacks, cozy farming, and narrative oddities, August 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most eclectic and appealing monthlies yet for PS Plus subscribers.
