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 new additions.

The PlayStation Plus service, launched in June 2022, offers three tiers: Essential, Extra, and Premium. Essential provides online access, monthly free games, and discounts. Extra adds hundreds of PS4 and PS5 games to the Essential benefits. Premium includes all of the above, plus a library of classic games (PS1, PS2, PSP, PS3), game trials, and cloud streaming (in select regions).

The vast game library in Premium can be difficult to navigate, making curated lists helpful. Sony regularly adds new games, a mix of recent PS4/PS5 releases and classic titles. This article's rankings consider both game quality and their PS Plus availability date, prioritizing newer additions and PS Plus Essential titles.

Notable Departures from PS Plus Extra & Premium in January 2025

Several significant games will be removed from the Extra and Premium tiers on January 21st, 2025. The most notable are:

• Resident Evil 2 (Remake): Widely considered one of the best in the franchise, this 2019 remake delivers a compelling horror experience across two campaigns following Leon and Claire. While completing both campaigns before removal might be challenging, a single playthrough is feasible.

• Dragon Ball FighterZ: Developed by Arc System Works, this fighting game excels in its accessible yet deep combat system. While the single-player content might feel repetitive after a while, its offline modes offer a compelling experience for a limited time.

January 2025 PS Plus Essential Game Highlight

• The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe: This title is available as a PS Plus Essential game from January 7th to February 3rd, 2025.

This article provides a snapshot of the PlayStation Plus game catalog, focusing on key titles leaving and arriving in January 2025. The information presented helps subscribers prioritize their playtime and make informed decisions about their subscription. Further updates are expected as Sony announces additional changes to the service.