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Sony's PlayStation Plus is a well-known brand with a long history, but the service received a substantial makeover in 2022. Combining the original version with PS Now, the platform adopted a tiered system that seemed designed to offer something equivalent to Xbox Game Pass, with the higher levels containing extensive libraries of games that are updated monthly.
Although not without its controversies or criticisms, PS Plus has stabilized by this point, making it a consistently valid option for PS5 and even PS4 owners. As the service offers a lot of content along with different price points and features, here are the major things everyone should know about PS Plus.
Updated on February 13, 2025 by Mark Sammut: During State of Play, Sony announced the PS Plus Extra and Premium games for February 2025.
All The PlayStation Plus Tiers
Rather than present a one-size-fits-all subscription, PS Plus lets users have their pick from three tiers: Essential, Extra, and Premium. Here is a summary of each level's offerings:
- Essential – The core PS Plus benefits as they were prior to the 2022 relaunch. Subscribers gain access to online multiplayer, monthly games, exclusive discounts, and a few other benefits.
- Extra – Essential tier benefits + a catalog of downloadable PS5 and PS4 games.
- Premium – Essential & Extra tiers benefits + a catalog of classic PS3, PS2, PS1, and PSP games.
Ultimately, picking a PS Plus tier comes down to someone's needs. If a player will only be using the online multiplayer feature, Essential will suffice and there is little to gain from subscribing to one of the higher tiers.
Premium's central selling is its Classics Catalog, which adds hundreds of titles on top of the PS5 and PS4 games that are also available in the Extra tier. While this collection is grand, please note that PS3 games are played through Cloud Streaming and cannot be downloaded. Consequently, their performance is dependent on the user's internet connection.

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Which PS Plus Tier Should You Buy?
As there is quite a jump in price from one level to the next, a full breakdown of each tier's features and benefits might help someone decide whether they should go for Essential, Extra, or Premium.
Essential |
Extra |
Premium |
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Monthly Games |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Online Multiplayer |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Exclusive Discounts |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Cloud Storage |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Share Play |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
The PlayStation Plus Collection (PS5 Only) |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Exclusive Content |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Game Catalog – PS5 & PS4 Games |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Ubisoft+ Classics |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Classics Catalog – PS3, PS2, PS1, and PSP Games |
No |
No |
Yes |
Cloud Streaming |
No |
No |
Yes |
PS Plus on PC (Using Cloud Streaming) |
No |
No |
Yes |
Game Trials |
No |
No |
Yes |
Sony Pictures Catalogue/Sony Pictures Core |
No |
No |
Yes |
Crunchyroll Content (As Part of Sony Pictures Catalogue) |
No |
No |
Yes |
How Much Does PS Plus Cost?
Each PS Plus tier has its own price point to match the benefits included with the subscription.
PS Plus Essential
- 1-Month Subscription: $9.99
- 3-Month Subscription: $24.99
- 12-Month Subscription: $79.99
PS Plus Extra
- 1-Month Subscription: $14.99
- 3-Month Subscription: $39.99
- 12-Month Subscription: $134.99
PS Plus Premium
- 1-Month Subscription: $17.99
- 3-Month Subscription: $49.99
- 12-Month Subscription: $159.99
How To Subscribe To PlayStation Plus?
The process to subscribe to PS Plus is quite straightforward, and there are a couple of avenues people can use to get there.
Newcomers to Sony's ecosystem will first need to create a PlayStation Network account as this is required to utilize any service, including buying games from the PS Store. An account by following this link.
How To Subscribe To PS Plus Using The PS5
The most convenient way to subscribe to PS Plus is through the PS5 or PS4 console.
- Log into the home screen.
- Navigate to the PlayStation Plus panel
- Select "Subscribe"
- Pick Essential, Extra, or Premium
- Pick a Payment Plan
How To Subscribe To PS Plus Using A Web Browser
It is also possible to subscribe to PS Plus directly from a web browser. Visit this playstation.com page and scroll down to the "Choose Your Membership Plan." From there, choose a tier and select "Add to Cart." After that, simply check out to complete the transaction.
How To Cancel A PS Plus Subscription?
There might come a time when someone might wish to cancel their PS Plus subscription. The process is quite uncomplicated:
- On a web browser, head to the Sony Network's Account Management page.
- From the menu's PlayStation Network options, select "Subscription."
- Select "Cancel Subscription" near PlayStation Plus.
Account Management's Subscription page also allows players to change their PS Plus tiers or payment frequency.
What Is PS Plus On PC?
PS Plus Premium subscribers also have the option to stream games via the service's PC app. The library includes titles from both the Games and Classics Catalog, although it is not the full selection. Here are some things interested parties should know about this option:
- The DualShock 4 is the only confirmed compatible controller. That does not mean other controllers will not work, just that they are not guaranteed by Sony.
- PS Plus On PC is not currently available in every country that has the main streaming service.
- PS5 games cannot be streamed.
- A PS5 or PS4 is not needed to subscribe to PS Plus on PC.
- Sony recommends a Broadband wired internet connection of a minimum of 5 Mbps????.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can PS Plus Premium Subscribers Stream PS5 Games?
PS Plus Premium's Cloud Streaming is compatible with the Games Catalog's PS4 games and all the titles found in the Classics Catalog. PS5 games cannot be streamed.
When Are New Games Added To PS Plus Premium & Extra?
Sony has not specified a fixed date of when subscribers can anticipate new additions to the library, but history suggests that games will be added roughly halfway through a month.
Can Subscribers Switch Tiers?
Yes. If someone wants to move up to a higher PS Plus tier, they only need to purchase a new membership at their desired level. This upgrade will happen instantly, and the customer will be charged a prorated fee for the rest of the current month.
If a member wishes to downgrade their tier, they would need to visit their Sony account's "Subscription" tab to perform the change. This alteration will come into effect once the next payment is made.
Can PS Plus Benefits Be Shared?
While limited to one PS5 or PS4 console, certain PS Plus benefits are shared among the different accounts on the system. These include online multiplayer, access to Premium & Extra's libraries, downloaded monthly games, and games purchased using a PS Plus discount.
Which PlayStation Plus should I Get?
Ultimately, this comes down to personal preference. If someone only intends to play PS5 and PS4 games, there is little reason to subscribe to Premium.
PS Plus Essential Free Games For February 2025
Payday 3 (PS5); High on Life (PS5/PS4); Pac-Man World: Re-Pac (PS5/PS4)
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Payday 3 High on Life Pac-Man World: Re-Pac Released 2023-09-21 2022-12-13 2022-08-26 Developer(s) Overkill Software Squanch Games NOW Production Genre(s) FPS FPS Platformer, Action, Adventure ESRB M For Mature 17+ // Blood, Drug Reference, Intense Violence, Strong Language M For Mature 17+ due to Violence, Blood and Gore, Sexual Themes, Use of Drugs, Strong Language, Crude Humor E For Everyone // Mild Cartoon Violence How Long To Beat 7 Hours 10 Hours 5 Hours
These PS Plus Essential games will be available from February 4 to March 3, 2025.
While PS Plus Extra and Premium had a pretty good January 2025, Essential's lineup garnered a fairly lukewarm reception. Its successor, February 2025, is almost identical, with the month including a polarizing headline game alongside two smaller but relatively well-liked titles. The former is Payday 3, a long-awaited sequel that should be one of the biggest multiplayer co-op games on the market.
Despite improving a few things like stealth, the 2023 game has arguably not been a resounding success so far. Its predecessor still has a (significantly) larger community on Steam, and Payday 3 has had a difficult time convincing fans to adopt it. Still, as far as heist-based games are concerned, this title is an option that is, at the minimum, worthy of a download.
From one of the creators responsible for Rick and Morty, High on Life is a sci-fi FPS with an aggressive sense of humor. While the gameplay is mostly serviceable, the game's value to a player will almost certainly come down to their appreciation of its comedy, which is ever-present and unapologetically edgy. That is not a negative or a positive statement, but just an objective one. PS Plus Essential February 2025's final game is Pac-Man World: Re-Pac, which is a remake of a PS1 1999 platformer. The title looks nice, plays relatively well, and has enough quality-of-life adjustments to not feel outdated.

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What Games Are On PlayStation Plus Extra & Premium?
- Current as of February 13, 2024
Most subscribers will likely invest in PS Plus Extra as that tier contains more than enough PS5 and PS4 games to keep someone busy for a long time. Unless specifically interested in classic PS games or Cloud Streaming, there is not much reason to pick Premium over Extra. Still, subscribers of both tiers can download and install the following titles.
PS Plus' game library can vary from country to country.
Every PS5 Game On PS Plus Extra & Premium
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