Recently, Sony decided to merge PS Plus and PS Now to create a three-tier version of PlayStation Plus. The extra levels are now known as PS Plus Premium and Extra, each offering different benefits.
This month is the first full month of the new PS Plus structure being introduced and it has been interesting to see how Sony has worked with this new system.
With August just around the corner, we’re looking forward to what to expect, as well as what we’d like to see from PS Plus Premium and Extra in August 2022.
LATEST NEWS: Rollerdome game trial launched on August 16
Rollerdome is a brand new third-person arena shooter with a twist, players skate around in a beautiful cel-shaded universe.
This game has the potential to be a hidden gem and we’d love to try it. The good news is that we can do it for free as it was announced that Rollerdome will receive a Game Trial at launch on August 16, which will be available to PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers.
What is the difference between PS Plus and Premium/Extra?
For years, Sony had two different services, PlayStation Plus and PlayStation Now. PS Plus allowed gamers to play online and allowed players to claim and download multiple games each month.
While PlayStation Now was Sony’s gaming streaming service that allowed players to stream hundreds of games for a monthly or annual fee.
That has all changed now as the two have merged and PS Plus has now become layered.
PS Plus Essential is the same PS Plus service that was available until the merger of the two platforms.
When it comes to PS Plus Premium and Extra, things get even more confusing as more benefits are added depending on which version you want to subscribe to.
READ MORE: PLAYSTATION PLUS, XBOX GAME PASS AND NINTENDO SWITCH ONLINE COMPARED
Check out this handy table to find out which layer is right for you.
Here’s the pricing structure for the new PlayStation Plus.
PlayStation Plus Essential
- United States
- $9.99 per month / $24.99 per quarter / $59.99 per year
- Europe
- €8.99 per month / €24.99 per quarter / €59.99 per year
- United Kingdom
- £6.99 per month / £19.99 per quarter / £49.99 per year
- Japan
- 850 monthly / ¥2,150 quarterly / ¥5,143 annually
PlayStation Plus Extra
- United States
- $14.99 per month / $39.99 per quarter / $99.99 per year
- Europe
- €13.99 per month / €39.99 per quarter / €99.99 per year
- United Kingdom
- £10.99 per month / £31.99 per quarter / £83.99 per year
- Japan
- ¥1,300 monthly / 3,600 quarterly / ¥8,600 annually
PlayStation Plus Premium
- United States
- $17.99 per month / $49.99 per quarter / $119.99 per year
- Europe
- €16.99 per month / €49.99 per quarter / €119.99 per year
- United Kingdom
- £13.49 per month / £39.99 per quarter / £99.99 per year
- Japan
- ¥1,550 – monthly / ¥4,300 – quarterly / ¥10,250 yearly
Our predictions for PS Plus Premium and Extra in August 2022
Many new games are likely to be added to PS Plus Premium and Extra in August 2022, ranging from classic PS1 games to newer PS5 games.
Here are the games we hope to see next month.
- Dino Crisis (PS1) – Leaked
- Ridge Racer 2 (PSP) – Leaked
- Soulcalibur: Broken Destiny (PSP) – Leaked
- Rollerdome (PS5) – Confirmed
The best games to try right now
There are hundreds of games you can play right now if you subscribe to PS Plus Premium or Extra. These are the games we think you should download to get the most out of your subscription.
Lost (PS4/PS5)
Stray is the first game to be released as a day one release on PS Plus Premium and Extra, and the game will also be released on PC via Steam.
The game took the game world by storm and became an instant hit among players.
If you’re a fan of cats, then this should be at the top of your to-play list.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake (PS4/PS5)
Final Fantasy 7 is one of the most iconic games of all time and in 2020 the first part of the remake was finally released.
The Final Fantasy 7 Remake was released on PS4, but was later released on PS5 with improved visuals and new content as Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade. Both versions are available to play on PS Plus.
Marvel’s Spider Man (PS4)
Marvel’s Spider-Man was one of the biggest titles released on the PlayStation 4 and the series has become Sony’s most important.
The game was released on PS4 but saw a remastered port on PS5 but only the PS4 version is playable on PS Plus.
If you’re on PC, you’re in luck, as Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered will be released August 12 on Steam and Epic Games Store.
Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales (PS4/PS5)
Following on from Marvel’s Spider-Man, Miles Morales served as a PS5 launch title that helped showcase the power and capabilities of the next-gen console.
Miles Morales has also been released on PS4 and both versions are playable on PS Plus.
Resident Evil: Director’s Cut (PS4/PS5)
Moving on to some classic PS1 games, the first is Resident Evil: Director’s Cut. If you’re a fan of Resident Evil, this is a great opportunity to go back to where it all started in 1996.
Thankfully, this isn’t THAT Director’s Cut with the worst soundtrack in video game history.
Siphon filter (PS4/PS5)
Siphon Filter is one of the most underrated PS1 games and it’s a shame the series faded over time, it would be great to see it reboot in the future.
This is one of the few PS1 games to receive a Trophy listing and you can now earn a Platinum Trophy for Siphon Filter, which is reason enough to finally play this if you haven’t already.
Tekken 2 (PS4/PS5)
While many will remember some of the newer entries with more fondness, Tekken 2 was the gateway for millions of fans of the series.
Tekken 2 is vastly improved over the first game with smoother gameplay and much better visuals, although they are definitely outdated by today’s standards.
If you are a fan of Tekken, we recommend that you play this. Just rate it by PS1 standards because like most 3D games of the time it’s a little clunky, but it’s still so much fun.
These games were added in July 2022
As every month, new monthly PS Plus games have been added, and as July 2022 marks the first full month of the new tiered version of PS Plus, we took a look at how Sony will keep the Premium and Extra tiers fresh and exciting for subscribers .
Until August 1, all PS Plus subscribers can download the monthly games for free, these games are,
- Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time – PS4/PS5
- Arcade Geddon – PS4/PS5
- Dark Pictures: Man of Medan – PS4
New PS Plus Premium and Extra games
Since July 2022 is the first full month of PS Plus Premium and Extra, many gamers have been waiting to see if Sony would add new games every month or if the collection of available games would be a one-time deal.
Here are all the games added to PS Plus Premium and Extra in July 2022.
- Assassin’s Creed: The Ezio Collection – PS4
- Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag – PS4
- Assassin’s Creed Freedom Cry – PS4
- Assassin’s Creed Rogue Remastered – PS4
- Assassin’s Creed Unity – PS4
- Echoshift – PSP (PS Plus Premium only)
- Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade – PS5
- Ice Age: Scrat’s Nutty Adventure – PS4
- Jumanji: The Video Game – PS4
- LocoRoco: Midnight Carnival – PSP (PS Plus Premium Only)
- Marvel’s Avengers – PS4/PS5
- No Heroes Allowed – PSP (PS Plus Premium Only)
- Paw Patrol on a Roll – PS4
- ReadySet Heroes – PS4
- Saints Row 4: Re-Elected – PS4
- Saints Row: Gat Out of Hell – PS4
- Spirit of the North: Enhanced Edition – PS4
- Stray – PS4/PS5 (Day 1 Launch)
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