As the gaming community gears up for April 2025, anticipations are high with fervor surrounding the PlayStation Plus lineup for this month. Eight games, including significant titles, will exit the service, making way for incoming options later this spring. The year 2025 is poised to bring exciting developments, especially with the critical darlings set to depart, including the beloved roguelike game, Slay the Spire, developed by Mega Crit.
Set to vanish from PS Plus on April 1, 2025, as reported by Push Square, Slay the Spire has gained traction due to its innovative card-collecting and deck-building mechanics. This game, which has amassed a dedicated following, aligns perfectly with fans of strategic roguelike gameplay. Not only does its removal raise eyebrows, but it also aligns with the upcoming sequel, Slay the Spire II, announced for release on PC later in 2025, suggesting that its departure may be part of a strategy to boost pre-sales for its sequel.
Other notable titles leaving the service include Animal Well, another fan favorite that enjoyed a day-one inclusion in PlayStation Plus and holds a remarkable 98% Critics Recommended rating on OpenCritic. Also departing are Kena: Bridge of Spirits, Deliver Us Mars, Miasma Chronicles, Nour: Play With Your Food, Stray Blade, and Tales of Kenzera: ZAU. The collection of eight games will be removed mid-April, coinciding with a new batch of games expected to refresh the catalog.
As the community mourns the loss of these titles, Sony already moves forward with the addition of new offerings to its PS Plus lineup. In March 2025, subscribers saw a variety of fresh titles, including Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown—a return to the series’ classic side-scrolling roots— and EA Sports UFC 5, featuring a revamped damage system and new grappling mechanics. On top of these, a collection of both classic and modern titles like Armored Core, Armored Core: Project Phantasma, and Armored Core: Master of Arena made waves by joining the Premium tier service.
While six games exited the service, the anticipation surrounding April 2025 continues to grow as the company prepares to announce the upcoming lineup. Sony is set to unveil these new games on March 26, 2025, at 3:30 PM GMT, allowing subscribers to redeem them beginning April 1. These games will remain available until May 6, 2025, offering ample time for fans to explore what’s new.
As anticipation heightens, gamers expect a strong lineup. Commentators have pointed out the 2025 PS Plus offerings have been a mixed bag thus far—featuring significant releases like Suicide Squad and Dragon Age: The Veilguard, juxtaposed against other less successful titles like Payday 3 and High on Life. The headlining free PS Plus game for March 2025, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, was particularly well-received, serving as a thrilling single-player RPG experience where players become Rook, leading a team of companions against ancient gods that stir from their slumber. Its surprise inclusion elevated the March offering into notable territory, giving hope it will lead into another exciting month.
A part of the March offering, Sonic Colours, adds new abilities through Wisps, allowing players to engage in the environment in novel ways. As April approaches, fans are reminded they have until April 1 to redeem Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection, which showcases 13 classic games filled with nostalgia, complete with modern features to enhance gameplay.
The future of PS Plus remains bright as rumors suggest the addition of potential hits like EA Sports FC 25, which introduces innovative gameplay features to the football genre, as well as the anticipated Octopath Traveler II, a promising new entry in the popular series that sold over three million copies worldwide. Meanwhile, Expeditions: A Mudrunner Game is speculated to be part of the lineup, inviting players to embark on scientific expeditions filled with off-road adventures through rugged landscapes.
With a spectrum of titles expected, the April 2025 lineup promises a balanced range of games to cater to PS Plus subscribers. The community remains eager for more information and will undoubtedly celebrate the upcoming announcements on March 26. However, while they prepare, the bittersweet truth of losing fan-favorites like Slay the Spire and Animal Well might weigh heavily on player’s minds, raising the question: What will replace these powerhouse titles?
As we prepare for the announcement of new additions and grapple with the departure of beloved games, the PS Plus community stands firm in its anticipation for what lies ahead.
