If you’re a PlayStation Plus subscriber then you’ll want to know all about the free PS Plus games and discounts available in May 2021. It’s a good thing we’ve got all the details you to find which freebies are available right here, along with the PlayStation Plus games you may have missed in previous months (unlucky!).

For those of you who’ve just signed up and are completely new to the perks of being a PlayStation Plus subscriber, here’s how it works. Each month, you’re given a range of free games for the PS5 and PS4 consoles (PS3 and PS Vita games have unfortunately been dropped). PS5 owners will also get access to the PS Plus Collection, which gives you 20 free games to download and play at your leisure. 

This gives you a great way to try PlayStation games you might not otherwise have played, whether they’re indie titles that slipped under your radar, or titles that were too expensive to buy. 

Remember that PlayStation Plus games are only available for one month – so grab them while you can.

Free PlayStation Plus games: May 2021

Wreckfest: Drive Hard, Die Last (PS5)

From the developers of FlatOut, Wreckfest is a vehicular combat racing game that sees players racing and upgrading old bangers, adding extra armor and making them aesthetically look more pleasing before sending them out to the racetrack/destruction derby. With online multiplayer allowing for up to 24 players, carnage is almost certain to ensue.  

Wreckfest has previously released on last-gen consoles, but the PS5 version is releasing on the day it arrives on PS Plus – May 4. That means PS5 owners can get their hands on the next-gen version on day one, as long as you’re an active PS Plus subscriber. 

Battlefield 5 (PS4)

Battlefield 5 is a first-person shooter set in World War 22 and the most recent entry in the Battlefield franchise. Players have the choice of jumping into online multiplayer modes, such as Grand Operations and the cooperative Combined Arms, or to take on the single-player campaign War Stories.

Stranded Deep (PS4)

Open-world survival adventure Stranded Deep sees players stranded in the Pacific Ocean following a plane crash. It’s up to you to survive, hunting for supplies and crafting weapons, tools and shelter to stay alive.

Wreckfest, Battlefield 5 and Stranded Deep are available from May 4 until May 31.

Free PlayStation Plus games: April 2021

Oddworld: Soulstorm (PS5)

Abe is back and, once again, this accidental hero turned revolution leader is trying to save his fellow Mudokons. This time there are more than 1000 Mudokons to save and teamwork is the name of the game – with your army of rebels using their collective energy to help Abe solve the various puzzles he encounters.

Soulstorm serves as the second game in the Oddworld quintology, but promises to look much better than ever before, with 2.9D environments and stunning visuals – at a greater scale.

What’s more SoulStorm on PS5 utilizes the DualSense controller’s haptic feedback, allowing you to feel Abe’s heartbeat during moments of suspense. 

While Soulstorm is also available to purchase on PS4, only the PS5 version is free with PS Plus in April.

Days Gone (PS4)

PlayStation’s first-party action-survival horror Days Gone focuses on outlaw-turned-drifter Deacon St John as he battles to survive in a post-apocalyptic world and to be reunited with his wife.

Zombie Army 4: Dead War (PS4/PS5)

Zombie Army 4: Dead War is a third-person shooter from the makers of Sniper Elite, which sees you gunning down zombies in 1940s Europe, either alone or with up to three friends. Thanks to a free PS5 upgrade for Zombie Army 4, PS5 players can take advantage of dynamic 4K @ 60fps with reduced load times.

Oddworld: Soulstorm, Days Gone and Zombie Army 4 are available from April 6 to May 3, Destruction Allstars continues to be available until April 2. 

Free PlayStation Plus games: March 2021

Final Fantasy 7 Remake (PS4)

First released in 1997, Final Fantasy 7 immediately cemented its place as one of the best JRPG titles around and introduced millions of gamers around the world to the genre. The critically acclaimed Final Fantasy 7 Remake does that legacy justice, completely recreating the opening portion of the original game, expanding a five to eight-hour section into a full 40-hour RPG, and showcasing some of the best gameplay and storytelling we’ve seen in a Final Fantasy game in almost 20 years – making it one of the best PS4 games around.

Maquette (PS5)

Maquette, a first-person narrative puzzler from Annapurna, explores the relationship of Kenzie and Michael through a series of flashbacks and memories, starting with their meet-cute in a coffee shop where they scribble together in a sketchbook. But this isn’t a simple romance tale. Far from it. Instead, their story is told through the exploration of the game’s recursive puzzle world. With each step of progression and solved puzzle unearthing further memories that begin to piece together their relationship – and perhaps why it’s being told in the past tense.

Remnant: From the Ashes (PS4)

Remnant: From the Ashes is a fantastic third-person shooter that sees you playing as one of the last remnants of humanity, determined to rebuild and retake your world after it’s been ravaged by an ancient evil from another dimension. You can play alone or squad up with a team of up to three players.

Farpoint (PS4/PSVR)

Farpoint is one of the best PSVR games on the market. It’s a first-person VR shooter that sees you landing on a hostile alien planet after a routine mission goes wrong, with the aim being to find any survivors and keep yourself alive. Farpoint can be played alone or co-op with a friend and is perfect for those who love a sci-fi adventure.

Remnant, Maquette, Farpoint and Final Fantasy 7 Remake are available from March 2 until April 5, while Destruction Allstars continues to be available until April 2. 

Free PlayStation Plus games: February 2021

Destruction AllStars (PS5 only)

Destruction AllStars was supposed to be a PS5 launch title, but it’s now available for free as part of PlayStation Plus. Choose between 16 competitors in this vehicular combat game, which combines parkour and driving with destruction and mayhem. 

Control: Ultimate Edition (PS5 and PS4)

Unleash your supernatural abilities in this third-person action adventure from Remedy Entertainment. You get the PS5 version as part of this giveaway, which means you can benefit from ray tracing support or a smoother frame rate. 

Concrete Genie

Bring a polluted town back to life using a magic paintbrush. Create Genies whose magical powers will aid you in overcoming puzzles and the pack of bullies that pursue you using Living Paint. Concrete Genie also includes two additional modes for PSVR owners. 

Destruction AllStars is available February 2 until April 5. Control: Ultimate Edition and Concrete Genie are available until March 1.

Free PlayStation Plus games: January 2021

Maneater

This month’s PS5 game is Maneater, a single player survival game where you play as a shark. You’ll need to find the right resources and evolve far beyond what nature intended. Be prepared to gobble up some humans, too.

Shadow of the Tomb Raider

Lara returns for another epic adventure in Shadow of the Tomb Raider. Once again outgunned and outnumbered, Lara will need to use her surroundings to her advantage and strike from the shadows. Get ready to plunder plenty of tombs  and overcome deadly puzzles. 

Greedfall

Greedfall gives you the freedom to shape your abilities, spells and skills in any way you see fit. Befriend or betray companions, discover riches, secrets and fantastic creatures, and explore uncharted lands in this impressive action RPG.

Maneater, Shadow of the Tomb Raider and Greedfall are available to download from January 5 to February 1, 2021. 

Free PlayStation Plus games: December 2020

Worms Rumble

Think you know Worms? Think again. Worms Rumble ditches the turn-based combat of old for real-time arena-based combat for up to 32 players. Bring the pain to your wiggling opponents and wield a variety of weapons like the classic Bazooka in your bid to win.

Just Cause 4

Dive into an open-world sandbox experience in Just Cause 4. You can cause chaos using all sorts of weaponry, vehicles and gadgets, and create some truly explosive moments. Oh, and you also have access to a wingsuit so you can soar across the skies.

Rocket Arena

A 3v3 online shooter, step into the shoes of fantastic heroes as you blast your way past the opposition to win. Expect lots of rockets, comebacks and smack talk in this one.

Worms Rumble, Just Cause 4 and Rocket Arena are available to download from December 1 to January 4, 2021. 

Free PlayStation Plus games: November 2020

Bugsnax (PS5 only)

The very first PS5 game to join PlayStation Plus is Bugsnax, a bonkers first-person adventure where you play as an investigative journalist who has to explore Snaktooth Island, which is teeming with legendary half-bug half-snack creatures. Hence the name Bugsnax.

Middle-earth: Shadow of War

Slay orcs and take on the foes of Mordor in Middle-earth: Shadow of War. Set between the events of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, fans of JRR Tolkien’s iconic world won’t want to miss this freebie.

Hollow Knight: Voidheart Edition

A challenging and atmospheric Metroidvania, this engrossing 2D explorative platformers is one of the best indie games of this generation. Can you uncover the mysteries buried beneath the surface in Hollow Knight: Voidheart Edition?

Bugsnax will be available to PS Plus members on PS5 from November 12 until January 4, 2021. Both Middle-earth: Shadow of War and Hollow Knight Voidheart Edition are available to download from November 3 to November 30. 

Free PlayStation Plus games: October 2020

Need for Speed: Payback

Put pedal to the metal in Need for Speed: Payback, a four-wheeled action blockbuster. There are three different characters to choose from, each with their own set of unique skills and abilities, but all of them are extremely capable behind the wheel. 

Vampyr

This third-person action RPG from Life is Strange developer Dontnod Entertainment has you playing as a doctor turned vampire. You’ll need to use your supernatural abilities to fight or flee from the forces of evil, and try not to succumb to your thirst for bloodlust.

Both Need for Speed: Payback and Vampyr are available to download from October 6 until November 2. 

Free PlayStation Plus games: September 2020

PUBG: PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds

PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (also known as PUBG) is the daddy of battle royale games. If you’ve ever played the likes of Fortnite or COD: Warzone, then you have PUBG to thank. While PUBG originally released in 2017, it remains one of the most played games on Steam and Xbox Live. So picking it up for free in September is an absolute steal – and a great chance for newbie battle royale enthusiasts to check it out.

Street Fighter V

Street Fighter V is sure to please fighting game fans, offering a classic side-scrolling fighting experience which will please old and new fans of Capcom’s veteran franchise.

PUBG and Street Fighter V will be available to download from September 1 to October 5.

PlayStation Plus games: August 2020

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Campaign Remastered

Relive the explosive single-player campaign from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 all over again in this high-definition remaster of the 2009 blockbuster. If you’re not a fan of Call of Duty’s frantic multiplayer mode, the campaign is well worth a go. 

Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout

A massively multiplayer party game with up to 60 players online, Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout challenges you over multiple chaotic rounds until one player remains. Expect a lot of laughs and screams of frustration when playing this one. 

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Campaign Remastered is available to download from July 28 until August 31, and Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout is available to download from August 4 until August 31.

PlayStation Plus games: July 2020

NBA 2K20

If you love shooting hoops, NBA 2K20 is one of the most realistic representations of basketball to date. With an upgraded motion engine and signature styles for all your favorite players, this is a must have for basketball fans. 

Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration

In Rise of the Tomb Raider, Lara uncovers an ancient mystery but also crosses paths with a dangerous organization called Trinity. From snowy tundras to crumbling ruins, Lara’s epic adventure is full of thrills and fast-paced action. 

Erica

As a bonus to celebrate 10 years of PlayStation Plus, Sony is also giving away Erica to subscribers. A feature-length cinematic experience, Erica merges Hollywood production values with engaging and tactile gameplay. 

All three games are available to download from July 7 until August 3.

PlayStation Plus games: June 2020

Call of Duty: WW2

Call of Duty: WW2 puts players on the front lines of the second world war. Land in Normandy on D-Day, battle across Europe, and enjoy a classic Call of Duty experience that brings the series back to its roots. 

Star Wars Battlefront 2

Fight it out in iconic locales from the Star Wars universe in Star Wars Battlefront 2. With 25 free game updates since launch, and all your favorite heroes and villains as playable characters, it’s a love letter to a galaxy far, far away.

Call of Duty: WW2 is available to download from May 26 to July 6, and Star Wars Battlefront 2 is be available from June 2 to July 6.

PlayStation Plus games: May 2020

Cities: Skylines

You don’t need to wait for planning permission to build the mega-city of your dreams in Cities: Skylines. Your decisions will determine whether your metropolis flourishes or fails, as you manage an ever-growing populace in this top-tier city builder sim. 

Farming Simulator 19

You’ll quite literally reap what you sow in Farming Simulator 19, as you toil the land to maintain a happy homestead. Tend to livestock, harvest crops and jump behind the wheel of your favorite tractor. The only thing that’s missing is fresh air. 

Both of these titles will be available to download from May 5 until June 1.

PlayStation Plus games: April 2020