PS Plus Essential August 2025 games are now available

August 2025 free games for PS Plus Essential start with exciting titles for subscribers.

PS Plus Essential August 2025 free games launch has strong offerings

PS Plus Essential August 2025 monthly free games are starting to appear, first in Japan and Asia. The full lineup will be available in other territories at noon local time the following day. This month features impressive games like The Lies of P, a Bloodborne-inspired RPG for both PS4 and PS5, alongside Day Z and My Hero One’s Justice 2, both for PS4. Following recent months with less enticing titles, this selection marks a notable improvement. Additionally, The Lies of P has new DLC available for $29.99, enhancing its appeal.

This month’s free game offerings reflect Sony's effort to regain the interest of PS Plus Essential members. After months of mediocre selections, the inclusion of award-winning titles could signal Sony's renewed commitment to high-quality games, especially with the impending shift to PS5 game offerings starting in January 2026. Players should appreciate the improvement while they can, as offerings may return to a lesser quality after this month.

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This shift in offerings may redefine player expectations moving forward.