PlayStation Adds 5 New Free Downloads, No PS Plus Needed — Gaming

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Whilst having a PlayStation Plus subscription will save you some money in the long run, especially as it occasionally grants access to some day one releases at no extra cost, there is no denying that its ever-increasing membership fee is becoming unattainable for many users. With yet another price increase hinted at back in July, there is no telling how much we will be paying for our subscriptions this time next year and so it is no surprise that many PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 users are making the decision to cancel.

However, it is not all doom and gloom, as there is still a way to enjoy some PlayStation titles for free courtesy of PS demos, and these five brand-new additions are guaranteed to see you making a full purchase upon their launch.

5 Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault

Earlier this month saw Digital Sun's Moonlighter be made completely free on Steam for a limited time, and whilst the offer is no longer available, players can now get a taste of the highly anticipated sequel courtesy of PlayStation demos.

Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault allows players to live the life of a fearless adventurer and a crafty merchant to boot as they dive into stunning dimensions filled with loot and enemies in order to bring back items to grow their shop. As you make your mark among a ragtag community of castaways, you will soon realize that this action-adventure RPG is not one to miss out on in 2026.

4 Monster Hunter Wilds Prologue

Monster Hunter Wilds Gogmazios starting at a hunter

Launching back on 5 August, Monster Hunter Wilds Prologue allows players to experience the opening chapters up to the "To the Forest" mission, with save data carrying over to the full game. Allowing you to get a taste of the first few missions of Monster Hunter Wilds, including gaining access to its character customization, this free download will be the perfect way to get a taste of the latest entry in the Monster Hunter franchise without spending a single penny.

3 Flamecraft

The player using a card on a building in Flamecraft.

Now for something a bit cozier with Flamecraft, a 1-5 player strategy game filled with magic. Take on the role of a Flamekeeper as you help adorable dragon artisans find a home within the town. As you watch the village slowly come to life under your care, you will be able to enchant the stores and the very residents themselves as you fill them with dragon cards in this stunning card game. If you love dragons, you'll love this one.

2 Back to the Dawn

Back to the Dawn screenshot in a prison cafeteria

Take on the role of some hardcore animals as you enjoy a story-rich RPG set in a high-security prison. Ruled by factions and buried secrets, this prison is home to two conspiracies that you will have to uncover by gathering evidence and outsmarting the system itself. Whether you make friends or foes is up to you, but with escape being the ultimate goal, how you approach each task is entirely up to you in Back to the Dawn.

1 Black Flower

Now for something to test your mental skills with Black Flower, a roguelite puzzle game where strategy and knowledge will be the only way to progress. In order to make the black flower bloom, you will need to grow fellow flowers, gather resources, and use the tools at your disposal, such as devices, charms, and even the weather to help you master agriculture. With no two runs being the same, Black Flower will truly be a test of your skills, and it is available to try out for free right now.