Last Wednesday of the month means more games coming to PlayStation Plus Essential. This month we have the latest entry in a classic ARPG series, the latest entry in a classic fighting game series, and a game all about climbing. This month also marks the 15th anniversary for PS Plus, so there's some extra stuff there. All games will available July 1st and last until August 2nd. Let's see what's coming!
This is also your last chance to get last month's free games, as they'll only be available until May 5th.
All game descriptions (in italics) taken from the linked article. Without further ado, let's get into the games!
Diablo IV | PS5, PS4
Diablo IV is the next-gen action RPG experience with endless evil to slaughter, countless abilities to master, nightmarish Dungeons and legendary loot. Embark on the campaign solo or with friends (2 player local or up to 4 players online), meeting memorable characters throughout a beautifully dark open world and a gripping story. Dive into an expansive End Game where players can meet in towns to trade, team up to battle larger-than-life World Bosses, unlock robust character and loot customization, and uncover tons more action-packed activities to explore with cross-play and cross-progression on all available platforms.
The King of Fighters XV | PS5, PS4
Since its debut in 1994, the KoF fighting game series has featured iconic characters and a unique battle system. Now the most epic dream match in KOF history is about to begin! Inheriting the series’ traditional 3-on-3 team battle setup, KoF XV features 39 characters (mixing classic fighters, revived combatants and new warriors), a new combat system and rollback netcode to reduce lag in online matches. There are also a variety of battle options that allow you to choose how you want to play. The PlayStation Plus launch also includes the “Classic Leona” DLC costume, letting you change Leona’s costume to her KoF ‘96 look.
Jusant | PS5
Jusant is an action-puzzle climbing game and a meditative journey to the top of a tall tower. Challenge yourself at your own pace, explore different paths, and unravel the secrets from a bygone civilization. Master your climbing tools and watch your stamina meter to successfully navigate this mysterious and changing tower. As you go higher and hone your skills, you’ll have to figure out how best to use the tools at your disposal to get to where you want to go. Explore alternative paths to find clues about what happened here.
PlayStation Plus 15th Anniversary Celebrations
Throughout this summer we’ll be running a series of activities with many moments to celebrate the 15th anniversary. This month we’re starting off with the following:
- Let’s Wrestle! – starting today, PS Plus Premium members can jump into a Game Trial of WWE 2K25. Launched in March this year, the latest game in 2K’s incredible wrestling franchise is one of the best yet. So, dive into the action and experience the thrill of playing as your favorite wrestler right now!
- Monster Hunter Wilds – another exciting Game Trial opportunity for PS Plus Premium members. The ultimate hunting experience awaits in Monster Hunter Wilds – available from June 30.
- PlayStation Store Exclusive Offer Weekend – this coming weekend (June 27 – 29), we’ll be offering PlayStation Plus members the opportunity to grab exclusive savings on must-play titles such as Sniper Elite: Resistance, Sid Meier’s Civilization® VII and Star Wars Outlaws.
- Valorant PS Plus Pack – also starting today, all PS Plus members can redeem a Valorant pack at no extra cost which includes: 2x Prelude to Chaos Gun Buddy, 1x Kohaku & Matsuba Player Card, 1x Imperium Spray, 1x Chronovoid Spray, 10x Radianite Points. All items are cosmetic and do not affect gameplay.
- PlayStation Tournaments – starting this Saturday (June 28), we’ll be hosting a special PlayStation Plus 15th Anniversary Cup tournament. Players will get the opportunity to compete in popular titles like EA Sports FC, NBA 2K, UFC, Madden NFL, College Football, Tekken 8, and more for a chance to win prizes including in-game virtual currency, an exclusive PSN avatar, and Sony Pictures Core Movie Credits. Access the Tournament through custom tournament cards or the in-game menu, choose your competition, and prepare to showcase your skills in exciting 1v1 matchups.*
- Sony Pictures Core – From today through August 12, PlayStation Plus Premium members can unlock a 15% discount on up to 2,000 movies store-wide straight from your console across the Sony Pictures Core library**. Please note, movie titles are subject to change without notice and vary by market.
- Online Multiplayer Weekend – we’ll have an Online Multiplayer weekend this Saturday and Sunday (June 28 at 12:01am to June 29 at 11:59pm local time) where all players can join online multiplayer matches with no PlayStation Plus membership required.
In the last 15 years we have been focused on providing access to quality game experiences through PlayStation Plus, along with key benefits such as exclusive PlayStation Store discounts, online multiplayer access, Cloud Game Streaming and more. Since the launch of our Monthly Games benefit (previously known as Instant Game Collection), more than 500 monthly games have been offered.
PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for Extra and Premium/Deluxe members also launched three years ago with the reintroduction of PlayStation Plus. Some of the recent top games played based on playtime hours (April 1- May 28, 2025) include Ghost of Tsushima, God of War Ragnarök, Grand Theft Auto V, Hogwarts Legacy, Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales, and The Last of Us Part I.
Thank you again for coming on our PlayStation Plus journey. There’s plenty more to look forward to, including many more great games to come.
What do you think of this month's selection of games? What else would you like to see added to the service in the future? Let us know in the comments below!
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