Sony is phasing out PlayStation 4 games from its PlayStation Plus Essentials monthly games and Games Catalog starting January 2026, focusing its efforts on PlayStation 5 titles. This shift was announced alongside February 2025's PlayStation Plus monthly game reveals. The PlayStation Blog post explained that while PS4 games will no longer be a core benefit, they may be offered occasionally. Players retain access to any PS4 games already claimed, and Games Catalog titles remain playable until their scheduled removal. Sony emphasized its commitment to enhancing PlayStation Plus, highlighting continued benefits like exclusive discounts, online multiplayer, and cloud saves. The company's focus on PS5 reflects the growing player base transitioning to the newer console.
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With the PS4's launch in 2013 and the PS5's in 2020, Sony notes a significant player shift towards PS5 titles. The future placement of PS4 games within the PlayStation Plus Classics Catalog—currently featuring PlayStation, PlayStation 2, and PlayStation 3 titles—remains unannounced. Further details are expected closer to the implementation date.
