Sony Interactive Entertainment has unveiled the latest PlayStation Plus monthly games, and August 2025 is brimming with thrilling new titles for fans of every genre. Whether you're into anime combat, survival horror, or emotional adventure, this month’s new releases deliver the goods.
This month’s lineup, available to every member of any PlayStation Plus plan, includes:
Lies of P – A daring action adventure reimagining of Pinocchio
DayZ – A chaotic alien planet-style survival sim filled with danger
My Hero One’s Justice 2 – A fighter set in the world’s largest martial arts tournament
All three games are available for download starting Tuesday, August 6, and will remain in the game library until Monday, September 2.
From the developers of Planet Coaster, Neowiz presents Lies of P, a gothic Soulslike set in a decaying city plagued by madness. As a mechanical puppet, your journey takes you through an epic open world action adventure, exploring an ancient clocktower, eerie streets, and confronting the horrors of the galaxy within a hostile virtual mindscape.
Tactical combat with deadly firepower
Morality-based choices influencing your character’s lies
A meditative journey with an emotional twist
Exclusive content packs for PS5 players
With full access through your ongoing subscription, Lies of P is one of the most exciting latest monthly games to hit PS Plus.
DayZ throws players into a chaotic alien planet-like scenario: a disease-ridden wasteland where survival is a matter of instinct, resourcefulness, and sometimes betrayal.
You must handle intense management tasks, including food and water supply, healing injuries, and fending off hordes of frenzied monsters and equally desperate survivors.
Expansive open world with dynamic events
Online features of specific games include PvP ambushes and co-op scavenging
Constantly updated details of the latest tournaments and mods
Cloud storage lets you back up your survival progress
Add it to your game library and experience the gritty tension of DayZ.
Based on the distinctive eras of My Hero Academia, this anime brawler immerses you in a superhero world filled with awesome telekinetic abilities, dramatic combos, and exclusive skins.
Whether you're fighting for justice or embracing villainy, this title brings the excitement of the largest martial arts tournament to your living room.
40+ characters with authentic moves
Online tournaments with fantastic prizes
Exclusive content for PlayStation Plus members
Jump into battles across a host of fantastic games
Fans of EA Sports FC, Call of Duty, or Star Wars-themed titles will appreciate this action-packed addition to the PlayStation Plus monthly games.
These new games are just part of the core PlayStation Plus benefits available in August. Other perks for subscribers include:
Access to the game trials list for hits like Diablo IV, Job Simulator, and Apex Legends
The latest classics titles and remastered releases
Regular latest online multiplayer releases
Timed latest game trial options
Exclusive VR cabinets like Human Vacation, Dream Arcade, and Immersive Mini Golf Courses
Plus, as a droid repair technician, you'll be able to explore authentic living animals, test your reflexes on assembly lines, and engage with human jobs in hilarious simulations.
Each month, PlayStation Plus delivers high-quality titles across diverse genres, giving players instant access to new experiences. These rotating selections offer incredible value through full access, exclusive content, and curated adventures—making every download an opportunity to explore something fresh, fun, and worth your time.
To get these latest releases, simply log into your console or the PlayStation Store app and:
Go to the PlayStation Plus section
Find the newest additions under “Monthly Games”
Add them to your game library by September 2
These titles are available for legal residents of the servicing territory who are of the legal age of majority and maintain an ongoing subscription to any PS Plus tier.
Beyond the headline games, PS Plus members can enjoy:
Game trials for blockbuster games like CD Projekt Red’s upcoming releases
Classics titles from the PS1, PS2, and PSP eras
Nostalgic games including Own Banana Republic, or the quirky Job Simulator
Whether you enjoy an emotional adventure or the challenge of a hostile virtual mindscape, there's something for every kind of gamer.
The PlayStation Plus monthly games for August 2025 highlight the strength of Sony’s strategy: combining fresh new releases with fan-favorite classics and online competition. Whether you're embarking on incredible quests in Lies of P, surviving a desolate world in DayZ, or joining fellow adventurers in anime-styled arenas, this month’s selection is a rich addition to your game library.
As Sony continues to roll out new membership options, subscribers can look forward to even more value-packed benefits, from exclusive content to latest game trials.
As always, full terms apply, and eligibility may vary by country of residence. Check the official PlayStation website for details.
Emerson Gray · Editor
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