PS5 Free-to-Play Gems: January 2025

This article is part of a comprehensive PlayStation 5 guide.

The PlayStation 5 offers a compelling selection of free-to-play games, a category that has significantly evolved in recent years. The immense popularity of titles like Fortnite and Genshin Impact has driven many developers to adopt this model.

Top-tier free-to-play games can provide hundreds of hours of entertainment at no cost. Some boast visuals and gameplay on par with premium titles. Even if those are exceptions, many free games are ideal for shorter play sessions. Below are some of the best free PS5 games available.

This list includes popular PS4 titles playable on the PS5. While rankings prioritize quality, newly released games will initially appear higher.

Updated January 5, 2024, by Mark Sammut: While only relevant to a niche group of PS5 owners, the PlayStation Store boasts a strong library of PS VR2 games. Free experiences are less common, but a notable exception arrived in November 2024. See the link below for details on this free PS VR2 game.

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1. Marvel Rivals

A Marvelous Hero Shooter