How to Permanently Keep PS Plus Collection Games Before Expiration
With the PlayStation Plus Collection set to expire soon, many players may find themselves wondering how to retain access to these games beyond the deadline. While it might seem straightforward, the complexities of Sony’s digital licensing can create obstacles for gamers. This guide aims to clarify the steps to ensure you keep your PS Plus Collection games for good.
Understanding the PS Plus Collection
Initially launched in 2020 with 20 titles, the PS Plus Collection has since been trimmed to 19 games following the removal of Persona 5. Here’s the full list of games currently available:
- Batman: Arkham Knight
- Battlefield 1
- Bloodborne
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 (Zombie Chronicles Edition)
- Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy
- Days Gone
- Detroit: Become Human
- Fallout 4
- Final Fantasy 15
- God of War
- Infamous Second Son
- Monster Hunter World
- Mortal Kombat X
- Ratchet and Clank
- Resident Evil 7: Biohazard
- The Last Guardian
- The Last of Us Remastered
- Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End
- Until Dawn
How to Redeem Your Games
To secure these titles, navigate to the PlayStation Store on your PS5. From there, go to Collections, scroll down to the PS Plus Collection, and select ‘View All’ to redeem each game. However, be cautious about a few common pitfalls:
Potential Issues to Watch Out For
- If you’ve previously owned any of the listed games in physical format, your library may display a “Purchased” tag. If you’ve lost or sold your disc, you’ll need to remove the game from your library before you can redeem it again.
- For those subscribed to PS Plus Extra or Premium, it’s crucial not to redeem any of the games from your new membership. Doing so could override your PS Plus Collection license. If any of these games are removed from the Extra/Premium catalog, you risk losing access permanently.
Moreover, to play games from the PS Plus Collection, you must maintain an active PS Plus membership. If you return to the service after a break, you will still have access to the games you redeemed before your membership expired.
Important Dates to Remember
The PS Plus Collection will officially expire on May 9, 2023. This benefit is still available for new PS5 owners, so if you’ve recently acquired the console, be sure to claim these titles without delay.