The Evolving Landscape of PlayStation Plus
PlayStation Plus, Sony’s popular subscription service, is poised for a significant change this December. Specifically, the PlayStation Plus Extra tier is set to lose 11 games from its roster on December 19. This development highlights the dynamic nature of the PlayStation Plus service, especially when it comes to game availability in different tiers.
How PS Plus Extra Compares to Xbox Game Pass
PS Plus Extra, akin to Xbox Game Pass, regularly updates its game offerings, adding new titles while removing others. The service’s approach to content rotation keeps the lineup fresh but also means some games have limited availability. In its November 2023 update, PS Plus Extra notably added nine games, including the much-talked-about day-one release, “Teardown.”
Games Set for December Departure
As reported by PlayStation Lifestyle, the following 11 games are expected to leave PS Plus Extra on December 19:
- Caladrius Blaze
- Damascus Gear: Operation Tokyo HD Edition
- El Hijo: A Wild West Tale
- Foreclosed
- Friday the 13th: The Game
- Legends of Ethernal
- Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor
- Middle-earth: Shadow of War
- The Escapists 2
- Yakuza 6: The Song of Life
- Yakuza: Like a Dragon
Special Attention: “Friday the 13th: The Game”
“Friday the 13th: The Game” is notably being removed from PS Plus Extra. It was previously announced that this game would be delisted starting December 31, 2023, making it unavailable for purchase both physically and digitally. However, its online servers will remain active for a full year post-delisting, giving players until December 31, 2024, to enjoy the game.
Highlighted Titles Leaving the Extra Tier
Among the games departing, significant attention is drawn to “Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor,” “Middle-earth: Shadow of War,” “Yakuza 6: The Song of Life,” and “Yakuza: Like a Dragon.” These four games are particularly sizable, and while PS Plus Extra subscribers might not have enough time to fully explore all of them before their removal, they could potentially start or complete one or two.
Final Thoughts
This update to PlayStation Plus Extra serves as a reminder of the transient nature of digital game libraries on subscription services. Subscribers are encouraged to prioritize their gaming experiences, perhaps focusing on the more notable titles set to leave the platform soon. As the gaming landscape continues to evolve, the flexibility and adaptability of gamers and services alike remain key to enjoying the vast world of digital entertainment.
