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We are in the early days of a new month, so it’s time to take stock of our backlogs. But thanks to services like PlayStation Plus, backlogs are not as simple as they once were: players now have access to dozens, if not hundreds, of new games through such services. Nevertheless, gaming audiences press on, delving into these catalogs time and again for fresh experiences.

Looking at what PS Plus has been offering, this isn’t surprising. The subscription service has been on a roll lately, with recent arrivals like Diablo 4 and Cyberpunk 2077 serving up hard-hitting AAA thrills alongside lighter indie fare. This trend is continuing, as the Essentials tier of the platform is getting a fresh batch of titles, and the back-catalog is as robust as ever. If you want a touch of guidance when navigating this sometimes-overwhelming collection, then read on.

PS Plus Essentials Free Games Drop August 5

Lies of P
DayZ
My Hero One’s Justice

Starting Tuesday, all PS Plus subscribers will be treated to the regular monthly refresh, and it’s quite a good one this time around. Lies of P is the obvious headliner here, having made a huge splash in the action games scene back in 2023, and again recently with the Overture expansion. The air of prestige and reverence hanging about the game is well-deserved, though, as it manages to present a world, combat system, and narrative that rivals much of FromSoftware’s best. Indeed, if you’re a soulslike fan, Lies of P needs to be at the top of your must-play list.

DayZ and My Hero One’s Justice are a bit more modest by comparison, but welcome additions nonetheless. Still massively popular despite its crowded genre space, hardcore survival MMO DayZ is an easy recommendation for fans of unique multiplayer shooters. Meanwhile, My Hero One’s Justice is a decent choice for anime brawler fans; with simple but satisfying gameplay, it’s able to offer a strong, if restrained, arena fighter experience.

How long to beat Lies of P: 29–60 hours.
How long to “beat” DayZ: there’s no end goal, but many players report that it takes around 100 hours to see all DayZ has to offer, according to HowLongToBeat.
How long to “beat” My Hero One’s Justice: 5–11 hours.

Lies of P

8/10

Released: September 19, 2023
ESRB: M For Mature 17+ Due To Blood, Violence
Developer(s): Round8 Studio, Neowiz
Engine: Unreal Engine 4

Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy

If the new Essentials games aren’t speaking to you, and you want to take a gander at some slightly deeper cuts, Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy isn’t a bad place to start. Still a fairly ambitious game, Guardians of the Galaxy is certainly more quaint and reined-in than your average AAA superhero outing. The action-RPG offers a linear, charming story following the titular space-farers, and while the gameplay is solid, the real star is the writing: this game may have the best version of the Guardians of the Galaxy to date.

How long to beat Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy: 17–25 hours.

Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy

Released: October 26, 2021
ESRB: T For Teen Due To Language, Mild Blood, Mild Suggestive Themes, Use of Alcohol, Violence
Engine: Dawn Engine

Celeste

Moving on from “great” to “phenomenal,” we have Celeste, an indie platformer that will make you cry, shout in frustration, and leap in triumph, all with disturbing regularity. The 2D side-scroller follows Madeline, a young woman battling internal demons, as she attempts to climb the treacherous Mt. Celeste. The movement mechanics are deceptively simple, every level feels unique and refreshing, and appropriately clicky controls, a killer soundtrack, and a forgiving checkpoint system all lend the game a sense of momentum and style. The introspective, emotional narrative is just the cherry on top.

How long to beat Celeste: 8–14 hours (up to 40 for completionists).

Celeste

Released: January 25, 2018
ESRB: E10+ For Everyone 10+ Due To Alcohol Reference, Fantasy Violence, Mild Language
Developer(s): Extremely OK Games
Publisher(s): Extremely OK Games
Engine: microsoft xna

Prey

Here’s another game that deserves more attention: often considered one of Arkane Austin’s best works, Prey is a can’t-miss immersive sim. Of course, fans of Arkane and immersive sims probably don’t need this recommendation, but even genre newcomers can find something to love in Prey. There are plenty of opportunities for emergent and experimental gameplay, but Prey can also be enjoyed as a fairly straightforward action-RPG, if one so chooses. It’s this flexibility, coupled with a strong story and setting, that makes Prey particularly crowd-pleasing, and more accessible than many give it credit for.