Another month, another lineup of free PS Plus Essential games. However, the announcement is coming a bit earlier as it was announced during the September 2025 PlayStation State of Play. Although the lineup’s headliner was leaked earlier today, we now know what subscribers will be able to redeem as part of their membership next month.
What are the PS Plus Essential October 2025 games?
The PS Plus Essential October 2025 lineup is a solid slate of games to play during the spookiest month of the year. As leaked earlier today, the critically acclaimed survival horror game Alan Wake 2 is headlining the lineup. Alongside the Remedy Entertainment sequel are Goat Simulator 3 and Cocoon, giving PS5 gamers a great roundup of games to play in the lead-up to Halloween.
The PS Plus Essential October 2025 lineup will be available for subscribers to redeem beginning on October 7. If Sony follows the same timing as its previous monthly offerings, members should be able to claim these games until November 3.
As one set of free PS Plus Essential games enters, another leaves. The September 2025 free games are currently available to claim right now. Subscribers who want to take advantage of the perk will need to act fast, as these games will not be redeemable after October 6. Here is the full PS Plus Essential lineup for this month:
- Psychonauts 2
- Stardew Valley
- Viewfinder
As expected, anyone who wants to claim these games will need to have a subscription to Sony’s online gaming service PS Plus. The lowest (and cheapest) subscription tier is Essential, which costs $9.99 for a month.
This is just one of many announcements that were revealed during today’s PlayStation State of Play. Let us know in the comments below what your favorite reveal was from the presentation.
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Exciting to see the new lineup of PS Plus Essential games for October! It’s always fun to discover what titles will be available. Looking forward to diving into these games!
Absolutely! It’s always a thrill to see what new games are included. I noticed that this month features a mix of genres, which could appeal to a wider audience. It’s a great opportunity for players to try something new!
It’s definitely exciting! I also noticed that this month’s lineup includes a mix of genres, which is great for catering to different player preferences. It keeps things fresh and engaging for everyone.
I completely agree! A diverse mix can really appeal to different players’ tastes. It’s great to see PS Plus catering to a wider audience, making it easier for everyone to find something they enjoy.
I totally understand where you’re coming from! It’s interesting how each month’s lineup can spark discussions about what genres resonate most with the community. This variety not only caters to different preferences but also encourages players to explore games they might not have tried otherwise.
Absolutely! The varying game selections each month really do keep things fresh and exciting. Plus, it’s a great opportunity for players to discover titles they might not have tried otherwise. What are you hoping to see in future lineups?
I completely agree! It’s always a nice surprise to see which games are included. It’s also interesting how some months feature indie titles alongside bigger releases, giving players a chance to discover hidden gems.
I completely agree! It’s always a nice surprise to see which games are included. It’s also interesting to see how the lineup often reflects current gaming trends, giving players a chance to explore titles they might not have considered otherwise.
I completely agree! It’s always a nice surprise to see which games are included. It’s also interesting to note how the selection often reflects current gaming trends, giving us a glimpse into what’s popular or upcoming in the industry.