This month’s gaming enthusiasts, take note! January 2025 has kicked off with Sony announcing the much-anticipated lineup of free titles for PlayStation Plus subscribers. Launching on January 7 and running until February 3, the trio of games includes some interesting choices—Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit Remastered, and The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe.
Following the festive season, players will have until January 6 to snag last month’s offerings of It Takes Two, Aliens: Dark Descent, and Temtem before they are retired. This initial batch of PlayStation Plus games for the year offers something for everyone, blending high-octane action with narrative-driven experiences.
Leading the lineup is Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, available exclusively on PS5. This action-adventure title serves as Rocksteady Studios' latest foray since their acclaimed Batman: Arkham series. While the game largely disappointed critics upon its initial release due to its live-service model and narrative missteps, its presence on the PS Plus lineup allows curious players to explore its expansive open-world Metropolis without spending the usual $70. With 79.43GB of storage space required on the PS5, it’s certainly the largest game of the month, ensuring it’s on the radar of those with ample console space.
Next up is Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit Remastered, which has players racing through the streets, whether as outlaws or law enforcement. This remaster of the 2010 classic pits players against each other at blistering speeds and showcases stunning visuals and cross-platform capabilities. At 31.55GB, it strikes a balance between performance and file practicality, and its combination of fast-paced races makes it appealing for racing fans.
Then there’s The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe. This title takes players on a meta-narrative adventure, challenging the boundaries between player choice and narrative design. Originally released in 2013, the Ultra Deluxe expansion offers enhanced graphics and additional content. It is positioned as the perfect blend of humor and existential exploration weighing just 5.10GB on PS4 and 5.77GB on PS5, appealing to indie game lovers everywhere.
All three titles will be live for PlayStation Plus members starting January 7. This opportunity is not to be missed, as they can significantly expand gaming libraries without extra costs. Players are encouraged to take advantage of this monthly perk, especially considering the benefits the PlayStation Plus service has introduced since its relaunch.
While the announcement of the January titles celebrates the arrival of new gaming experiences, it also opens the floor to conversations surrounding the expectations from Sony for the coming year. With many faithful subscribers wondering what's next and hoping for stronger offerings down the line, this latest adjusted lineup might just be the stirring call for gamers to reset their consoles and jump back in.
So, as we usher in 2025 with this new slate of gaming options, players can revel not only in high-octane races and super-villain antics but also the freedom to explore narratives shaped by choice. The future of gaming is bright, and it’s undoubtedly exciting to see how the PlayStation Plus service continues to evolve and surprise its members.