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

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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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