Best PlayStation Plus Games (January 2025)

This article discusses the PlayStation Plus subscription service and highlights some of its best games, focusing on titles leaving the service in January 2025 and those newly added in early 2025.

Launched in June 2022, the revamped PlayStation Plus offers three tiers: Essential, Extra, and Premium. Essential mirrors the original PS Plus, offering online multiplayer, monthly free games, and discounts. Extra adds hundreds of PS4 and PS5 titles to the mix, while Premium includes the benefits of both lower tiers, plus classic games (PS1, PS2, PSP, and PS3), game trials, and cloud streaming (region-dependent).

Premium's extensive library, exceeding 700 games, can be challenging to navigate. This article aims to highlight key titles within the Premium offering to aid subscribers in maximizing their experience. Sony regularly adds new games, a mix of modern PS4/PS5 releases and classic titles.

Updated January 5, 2025, to reflect the January 2025 Essential game additions. The 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)

While the January 2025 lineup for Extra and Premium remains to be fully seen, several significant titles are confirmed for removal on January 21st. Among the most notable losses:

• Resident Evil 2 (Remake): Widely considered one of the best entries in the Resident Evil franchise, Capcom's 2019 remake is a standout departure. This survival horror title features two campaigns, following Leon and Claire as they navigate a zombie-infested Raccoon City. While completing both campaigns within the remaining timeframe might be challenging, a single playthrough is achievable.

• Dragon Ball FighterZ: From Arc System Works, this fighting game excels in its accessible yet deep combat system. While its online component is a major draw, the offline modes, though present, might not provide sufficient playtime before its removal from the service. The three single-player arcs offer a limited but engaging experience.

1. The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe (January 2025 PS Plus Essential)

Available January 7th - February 3rd (Essential)

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