PS Plus May 2025: Free Games Lineup Includes 2024's Indie GOTY, Retro FPS, and Dino Survival Epic

                                         

Sony has unveiled the PlayStation Plus Essential free games for May 2025, and it's a stellar trio that caters to a wide range of gaming preferences. Starting May 6 through June 2, subscribers can download:​

1. Balatro (PS4 & PS5)

2. Ark: Survival Ascended (PS5)

3. Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun (PS4 & PS5)

These titles are available to all PlayStation Plus tiers—Essential, Extra, and Premium.

                                     

Balatro – The 2024 Indie Game of the Year

Balatro, the 2024 Indie Game of the Year, is a roguelike deck-building game that combines poker mechanics with strategic gameplay. Even if you're not a poker enthusiast, this game offers an addictive experience that's hard to put down.

Ark: Survival Ascended – Next-Gen Dino Survival

Exclusive to PS5, Ark: Survival Ascended is a remastered version of the original Ark: Survival Evolved. Built on Unreal Engine 5, it features enhanced graphics, advanced physics, and quality-of-life improvements. The game includes all major DLCs, offering a comprehensive survival experience.

Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun – Retro FPS Action

Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun is a retro-style first-person shooter inspired by classics like Doom and Wolfenstein. Set in the Warhammer 40K universe, players take on the role of a Space Marine battling Chaos forces. The game delivers fast-paced action with a nostalgic 90s aesthetic.

Last Chance to Grab April’s Titles

Don't forget to claim April's PlayStation Plus titles—RoboCop: Rogue City, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, and Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth – Hacker’s Memory—before they leave the service on May 5.

Subscription Details

PlayStation Plus Essential offers online multiplayer access, monthly free games, cloud storage, and exclusive discounts. Subscription options include:​

• $9.99 monthly

• $24.99 quarterly

• $79.99 annually

Whether you're into strategic card games, survival adventures, or retro shooters, May's PlayStation Plus lineup has something for everyone. Make sure to download these titles between May 6 and June 2 to add them to your library.