On May 20, PlayStation Plus subscribers will bid farewell to 22 games, including popular titles such as Grand Theft Auto V and Batman: Arkham Knight. Additionally, Sony-owned games like Resistance: Fall of Man and Infamous: Second Son are also on the chopping block.
While the new PS Plus Extra and Premium lineup for May 2025 has not yet been announced, subscribers are bracing for the loss of these beloved games. Every month, PlayStation Plus receives a fresh lineup of free games at the start, with the Extra and Premium selections undergoing updates in the middle of the month.
As the clock ticks down to May 20, subscribers are left to anticipate the new offerings while mourning those that are leaving. From May 6, users can claim the free PS Plus games for May 2025, which include Ark: Survival Ascended, Balatro, and Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun.
The list of departing games is extensive and includes notable titles such as Before Your Eyes, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, and The Walking Dead series. With such a substantial number leaving, the loss feels particularly acute for fans.
GTA V, renowned as one of the greatest games of all time, stands out as a significant departure, as does Arkham Knight, a beloved game among Batman fans. This wave of departures also includes popular PlayStation VR titles, highlighting the continuing struggles of VR within the PS Plus lineup.
Many subscribers are left scratching their heads as to why Sony chooses to remove its own published games like Resistance: Fall of Man and Infamous: Second Son. While some speculate a potential plan for PS5 ports, it remains uncertain.
Fans are left in limbo, hoping for positive developments while grappling with the loss of these classic titles.