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Best Free-To-Play Games On The PlayStation 5 (January 2025)

Author : Allison Jan 25,2025

This article is part of a comprehensive guide to the PlayStation 5. Below is a table of contents for easy navigation.

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The Best PlayStation 5 Games The Best Console Exclusives on the PS5 The Best Single-Player Games on the PS5 The Best Open-World Games on the PS5 The Best Adventure Games on the PS5 The Best RPGs on the PS5 The Best JRPGs on the PS5 The Best Platformers on the PS5 The Best FPS Games on the PS5 The Best Horror Games on the PS5 The Best Fighting Games on the PS5 The Best Racing Games on the PS5 The Best Soulslikes on the PS5 The Best Rhythm Games on the PS5 The Best Twin Stick Shooters on the PS5 The Best Local Co-Op Games on the PS5 The Best Online Multiplayer Games on the PS5 The Best Free-to-Play Games on the PS5 The Best Battle Royale Games on the PS5 The Best Co-Op Third-Person Shooters on the PS5 The Best Indie Games on the PS5 The Best Kids Games on the PS5 The Best M-Rated Games on the PS5 The Best-Looking Games on the PS5 The Best 4K 60 FPS Games on the PS5 The Best PS5 Accessories in 2023 The Best PS5 SSDs in 2023 Must-Play PS5 Games The Best PSVR 2 Games The Best Games on the PSVR 2 (Sitting Down) The Best Games on the PSVR 2 (Standing Up) The Most Immersive Games on the PSVR 2 The Best PSVR 2 Accessories in 2025 PSVR 2: Prescription Lens Inserts Guide Must-Play PSVR 2 Games

The PlayStation 5 boasts a compelling selection of free-to-play games, a category that has significantly evolved in recent years. Driven by the success of titles like Fortnite and Genshin Impact, many developers are embracing this model.

Top-tier free-to-play games offer potentially months of engaging gameplay at no cost. Some even rival paid titles in terms of visuals and gameplay. Even if those are exceptions, many free options are ideal for shorter gaming sessions. This list highlights some of the best free PS5 games available.

Note that some popular PS4 titles, playable on PS5, are included. Rankings are generally based on quality, with newer releases initially prioritized.

Last updated January 5, 2024, by Mark Sammut: While limited to a niche audience, the PS Store offers excellent PS VR2 games. Free experiences remain less common, but a notable exception emerged in November 2024. See the link below for details on this free PS VR2 game.

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