Overview of Upcoming Changes to PlayStation Plus
- On May 20, PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers will see the addition of new games, while titles such as Grand Theft Auto 5 will be leaving the service.
- The Premium tier will introduce Battle Engine Aquila, featuring engaging mech action gameplay.
- Anticipation builds for the June 2025 free PS Plus games, which are expected to be announced around May 28 and accessible from June 3.
Mark your calendars for May 20, a pivotal date for PlayStation Plus enthusiasts. On this day, a series of new games will enrich the offerings for subscribers of the Extra and Premium tiers, while several popular titles will exit the service, urging players to purchase them if they wish to continue playing.
To sustain the excitement among PlayStation Plus subscribers, Sony employs a staggered approach to updates throughout the month. For instance, players within the PS Plus Essential tier enjoyed access to free games as of May 6, including standout titles like Balatro, Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun, and Ark: Survival Ascended. Conversely, those subscribed to the Extra and Premium tiers will gain insight into their updates mid-month, which include game catalog enhancements, free trials, and premium streaming options.
Subscribers to the Extra and Premium tiers can anticipate a blend of contemporary hits and beloved classics. Exciting new additions include Battlefield 5, which transports players back to World War II, and Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising, an updated edition of the acclaimed fighting game by Arc System Works. Additionally, Sand Land, based on the visionary works of the late Akira Toriyama, presents a sci-fi action RPG experience; while the Legends of the Zone Trilogy compiles the early STALKER titles, functioning as a narrative prequel to STALKER 2. Other noteworthy games arriving in May for Extra subscribers consist of Five Nights At Freddy’s: Help Wanted Full Time Edition, Gloomhaven Mercenaries Edition, Humankind, Soul Hackers 2, and Story of Seasons: A Wonderful Life.
Games Coming to PS Plus in May 2025
PS Plus Essential Tier
- Ark: Survival Ascended
- Balatro
- Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun
PS Plus Extra Tier
- Battlefield 5
- Five Nights At Freddy’s: Help Wanted Full Time Edition
- Gloomhaven: Mercenaries Edition
- Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising
- Humankind
- Sand Land
- Soul Hackers 2
- S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Legends of the Zone Trilogy
- Story of Seasons: A Wonderful Life
PS Plus Premium Tier
- Battle Engine Aquila
The Premium tier will welcome the inclusion of Battle Engine Aquila, a classic mech action title where players assume control of a formidable Battle Engine robot on expansive battlefields, facing off against waves of enemies and diverse vehicles. This installment transforms between a walking mech and a flying jet, boasting multiple battle engine types to suit various play styles.
Earlier this month, many PS Plus subscribers expressed disappointment over the impending removal of 22 games from the PlayStation Plus catalog on May 20. This exit list features several first-party Sony titles, including Resistance 2 and Infamous Second Son, along with iconic games like Batman: Arkham Knight and Grand Theft Auto 5. Moreover, virtual reality fans will see the removal of The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners, compelling users to consider purchases if they wish to retain access.
Titles Leaving PS Plus Extra/Premium on May 20, 2025
- Batman: Arkham Knight
- Before Your Eyes
- Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night
- Enter the Gungeon
- Ghostbusters: Rise of the Ghost Lord
- Ghostrunner
- Grand Theft Auto 5
- Infamous: Second Son
- Journey to the Savage Planet
- LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 2
- MotoGP 24
- Payday 2: Crimewave Edition
- Portal Knights
- Resistance: Fall of Man
- Resistance 2
- Stranded: Alien Dawn
- Synth Riders
- The LEGO Movie 2 Video Game
- The Sims 4: Island Living
- The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners
- The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners – Chapter 2: Retribution
- Walkabout Mini Golf
After the changes on May 20, subscribers should stay tuned for updates at the end of the month. The announcement of June 2025’s free PS Plus games is likely to occur around May 28, with those titles available for download starting June 3, the first Tuesday of the month.