As May approaches, PlayStation Plus subscribers are gearing up for a change in their gaming library. This month, several exciting titles for both PS4 and PS5 will bid farewell to the service, making it the perfect time to ensure you’ve added these gems to your collection. Let’s delve into a few of games leaving PlayStation Plus in May and why you shouldn’t let them slip away.
1. ELEX (PS4)
ELEX is an open-world action RPG developed by Piranha Bytes. Set in a post-apocalyptic science fantasy universe, ELEX combines elements of traditional fantasy, science fiction, and futuristic technology. Players explore a vast, seamless world where they can choose their path, aligning with different factions and making decisions that impact the game’s narrative and outcomes. With a focus on exploration, combat, character development, and a morally ambiguous world, ELEX offers a unique RPG experience for players seeking depth and player choice.
2. Monster Jam Steel Titans 2 (PS4)
Monster Jam Steel Titans 2 is a monster truck racing and freestyle game developed by Rainbow Studios. Players control powerful monster trucks in various competitions, including racing, freestyle stunts, and destruction challenges. The game features licensed trucks, realistic physics for driving and stunts, customizable trucks and drivers, and multiple game modes for single-player and multiplayer enjoyment. Monster Jam Steel Titans 2 is a thrilling experience for fans of monster truck action and adrenaline-fueled racing gameplay.
3. Minit (PS4)
Minit is a unique indie adventure game developed by JW, Kitty, Jukio, and Dom. In Minit, players control a character cursed to live for only one minute at a time. Within each minute, players must explore, solve puzzles, interact with NPCs, and progress through the game’s black-and-white retro-style world. The time-based mechanic adds a challenging and inventive twist to the traditional adventure genre, requiring players to strategize and make every second count as they uncover secrets and unravel the game’s narrative.
4. Observation (PS4)
Observation is a sci-fi thriller and puzzle game developed by No Code. In Observation, players take on the role of an artificial intelligence named SAM aboard a space station. The game unfolds from the perspective of SAM, who assists astronaut Dr. Emma Fisher in unraveling a mysterious event that has disrupted the station and its crew. Through surveillance cameras and interactive systems, players must navigate the station, solve puzzles, and uncover the truth behind the unfolding narrative, blending atmospheric storytelling with immersive gameplay mechanics.
5. Final Fantasy IX (PS4)
Final Fantasy IX, originally released for the PlayStation console, is a classic RPG developed by Square Enix. The game follows the journey of Zidane Tribal, a thief, and his companions as they become embroiled in a grand adventure spanning kingdoms, magic, and an ancient evil. Final Fantasy IX is beloved for its rich storytelling, memorable characters, engaging turn-based combat system, and stunning art direction. The PS4 version offers enhanced visuals, features, and convenience for players to experience or revisit this timeless RPG masterpiece.
6. Final Fantasy VII (PS4)
Final Fantasy VII is a legendary RPG developed by Square Enix, originally released for the PlayStation and later remastered for the PS4. The game follows the story of Cloud Strife, a former SOLDIER turned mercenary, as he joins a group of rebels to stop the megacorporation Shinra and confront the enigmatic Sephiroth. Final Fantasy VII is celebrated for its deep narrative, groundbreaking 3D graphics (at the time of its original release), memorable characters like Aerith and Sephiroth, and a captivating blend of fantasy, technology, and environmental themes.
7. Final Fantasy VIII Remastered (PS4)
Final Fantasy VIII Remastered brings back the classic RPG experience developed by Square Enix, remastered for modern platforms including the PS4. Players follow the story of Squall Leonhart and his comrades in the mercenary group SeeD as they navigate a world torn by political intrigue, sorceresses, and a mystical force known as “The Sorceress’ Knight.” The remastered version enhances graphics, character models, and gameplay features while retaining the beloved elements that made Final Fantasy VIII a fan-favorite installment in the series.
The departure of these titles from PlayStation Plus in May underscores the dynamic nature of the gaming ecosystem. Whether you’re a fan of action-adventure, horror, or immersive narratives, these games offer experiences that have left a lasting impact on players. Make sure to play them before they vanish from the service, ensuring countless hours of gaming enjoyment on your PlayStation console.
