PlayStation Plus Free Games for January 2025 Announced

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As a long-time PlayStation gamer with over two decades of gaming experience under my belt, I have to admit that I was initially quite excited about the January 2025 lineup for PS Plus. After all, last year’s offerings were nothing short of spectacular, with some true gems like It Takes Two and Dead Space gracing our consoles. However, upon seeing the latest selection for the upcoming month, I must confess that my enthusiasm has waned significantly.

The inclusion of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League is a bit of a head-scratcher, given its less-than-stellar reception by critics and gamers alike. While I’m always up for trying new games, especially ones from renowned developers like Rocksteady Studios, it’s hard to shake off the feeling that this game might not be worth my time.

On the other hand, the addition of Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit Remastered and The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe are certainly welcome additions to the lineup. Need for Speed has always been a favorite of mine, and I can’t wait to get behind the wheel of some high-performance cars in this remastered version. As for The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe, its reputation as an engaging, thought-provoking game with endless replayability makes it an intriguing choice for PS Plus subscribers.

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All in all, while the January 2025 lineup for PS Plus might not be the most exciting selection I’ve ever seen, there are certainly some diamonds in the rough that I’m looking forward to checking out. And who knows, maybe Suicide Squad will surprise me and end up being a hidden gem after all!

Oh, and as an added bonus, I can’t help but chuckle at the irony of getting a game called Suicide Squad for free on PS Plus… talk about a twist of fate, eh?

Tokyo”, “Dead Space”, “WWE 2K24”, and “Aliens: Dark Descent” being added to the service towards the end of the year. As we kick off 2025, it’s clear which games will be available for PS Plus subscribers in January, and some players might find this lineup less exciting compared to the previous offerings.

Starting January 7th and running through February 3rd, PlayStation Plus members can grab three free games: Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit Remastered, and The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe . Among these titles, Suicide Squad stands out as it was only released about a year ago. However, it’s important to note that this game hasn’t been warmly received by critics, making its inclusion in the PlayStation Plus lineup an attempt to attract new players with a bit of a long shot.

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Speaking of “Need for Speed” and “The Stanley Parable”, these games offered on PlayStation Plus tend to be preferred by players. “Hot Pursuit Remastered” is an updated version of a highly cherished installment in the Need for Speed franchise, while “The Stanley Parable” has garnered acclaim for its exceptional writing and virtually limitless replay value. Although some PlayStation Plus subscribers might not be thrilled about receiving “Suicide Squad”, it’s challenging to be displeased with these other two picks.

Explore detailed descriptions and trailers for the new PS Plus features coming in January 2025, available right here for your convenience.

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League

Hailing from Rocksteady Studios, the masterminds behind the Batman: Arkham series, ‘Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League’ is a groundbreaking third-person action shooter that puts you in charge of an unusual team of renegades. Your mission? The seemingly impossible task of saving the world – by taking out the Justice League.

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As a devoted fan, I’m thrilled to step into the shoes of a new recruit joining Amanda Waller’s notorious Task Force X, also known as the Suicide Squad. Alongside Harley Quinn, Deadshot, Captain Boomerang, and the monstrous King Shark, we embark on an insurmountable mission: to take down the Justice League. Plunge into a vast and vibrant open-world Metropolis, now under Brainiac’s control and suffering from the wrath of once-trusted heroes who are now its tormentors.

Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit Remastered

Experience the exhilaration of the chase and the adrenaline rush of escape in the remastered version of Need for Speed Hot Pursuit. Step into the action, feeling both the relentless speed as a renegade driver and the strategic edge as a law enforcer behind the wheel of some of the world’s most coveted high-performance vehicles. Outwit the police or bring down criminals with an arsenal of tactical tools in a pulse-pounding, socially competitive racing adventure. With improved graphics, cross-platform multiplayer, Autolog-powered asynchronous competition, and all main DLC included, this is the ultimate version of Criterion Games’ groundbreaking Need for Speed debut. It’s time to reignite the chase!

The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe

The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe represents an enlarged, innovative reinvention of the highly praised, honored independent game The Stanley Parable, initially released in 2013.

In essence, everything from the initial release of “Stanley Parable” in 2013 remains intact in this updated version, “The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe.” However, it’s not just a reproduction; this new edition significantly enlarges the world of the original game. You’ll find fresh content, additional choices, and hidden mysteries waiting to be discovered. Essentially, the maze has grown even more complex.

Furthermore, the game’s graphics have been enhanced to match contemporary tech standards, yet it maintains the authentic atmosphere of the initial game. Notably, accessibility enhancements have been incorporated into the game as well, such as translating in-game text, accommodations for colorblind users, and warnings about potentially distressing content.

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2025-01-01 20:12