SUMMARY
  • Free-to-play games are gradually getting more popular.
  • All the gaming platforms, including PlayStation, have a list of games that players should give a try. 
  • We have a top ten free-to-play list prepared for players to give a try.

Free-to-play games are always one of the best options to explore on PlayStation. As the gaming world is progressing, free-to-play games are also getting prominence on almost every gaming platform, and PlayStation can never be an exception to this trend. The biggest change is that even renowned franchises are making their games free to play on PlayStation. 

As a PlayStation player, if you are tired of purchasing titles and want some free games to grind for some time, we have prepared a list of the top 10 games that you must not skip.

1. Astro’s Playroom

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Astro’s Playroom is one of the most popular free-to-play games on PlayStation. Image Credit: PlayStation.

This year, Astro Bot has created a storm of excitement and praise among PS players, but if you haven’t played the base game Astro’s Playroom, this is high time to dive into it. While the sequel costs players some money, the base game is absolutely free on the platform. Well, Astro’s Playroom is one of the default games that comes with the PS5 consoles, so it is hard to ignore. 

Astro’s Playroom basically showcases DualSense’s capabilities, with each four zones created to emphasize the controller’s immersion and touch controls. Even after all these years, players enjoy this cute and short game. 

2. Naraka: Bladepoint

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Naraka: Bladepoint must given a try if you haven’t yet played it. Image Credit: PlayStation.

Naraka: Bladepint is 24 Entertainment’s free-to-play wuxia action battle royale released on PlayStation 5 in 2023. This game allows up to 60 players to fight with each other and execute successful eliminations to be the last one standing. The most interesting part of this battle royale is that it has a wonderfully blended martial arts-inspired melee combat and rock-paper-scissors combat system.

Initially, when the game was released, it wasn’t a free-to-play game, but when it came to its PS5 launch in 2023, the developer team made it a free-to-play game on every platform. Therefore, if you haven’t yet tried it, check out Naraka: Bladepoint for sure.

3. Genshin Impact

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Genshin Impact shouldn’t be ignored if you are looking for a free RPG. Image Credit: Steam

If you are a gacha fan, Genshin Impact is a name that you must have heard. This game features an anime-style open world where players can roam around, fight enemies, and complete missions to progress through the main story. Since the game was released, players have highly praised this game for its gameplay and especially for the open world. 

The exciting part about this game is that it is a free-to-play game that players can even access on PlayStation. From single-player campaigns to intense fights, there is loads of content for players to enjoy. 

4. Destiny 2

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Destiny 2 is one of the finest FPS games to play on PlayStation. Image Credit: Steam.

Online first-person shooter games are currently in trend, and the Destiny series is one of the most popular among online FPS games. If you are new on PlayStation and haven’t yet figured out which games to give a try, Destiny 2 must be on the list. 

When the game was initially released in 2017, Destiny 2 was a plaid game that needed to be purchased to play. However, from October 1, 2019, this game becomes free on every platform, so all players can access it without any restrictions.

5. The Sims 4

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The Sims 4 is an outstanding experience that shouldn’t be missed. Image Credit: PlayStation.

If you are a simulation game fan and looking for an outstanding free game on PS to enjoy, The Sims 4 is undoubtedly one of your best choices. This is the fourth installment in the The Sims series, and most importantly, this is an open-ended game with no main storyline to follow or climax to achieve. 

The Sims 4 is one of the iconic entries in the series, and if you haven’t given this game a try on PlayStation, this is the perfect time to dive into the game and create customized characters and furnish their homes during the gameplay.

6. Honkai: Star Rail

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Honkai: Star Rail is one of the best free games that players must play on PlayStation if they haven’t yet. Image Credit: PlayStation.

Honkai: Star Rail is a hugely popular free-to-play role-playing gacha game released in 2023. This game follows the classic Japanese style of combat where players make a lineup of four characters and participate in turn-based battles. It was miHoYo’s first turn-based game and was a well-made one.

Since it was released, this game is a free-to-play game that players on PlayStation can enjoy just by installing it. 

7. Overwatch 2

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If you haven’t yet given Overwatch 2 a try, dive into it without a second thought. Image Credit: Steam.

Overwatch 2 is a 2023 first-person shooter game where players split into two teams and choose a hero character from the given roster of 40 characters. The game is designed for a five vs. five fight where both teams will have five characters. There are different classes of characters available in the game, and players must choose strategically to get the best character as the hero. 

The gameplay is intense and interesting. However, the most interesting part is that this game is completely free to play. While the base game was a premium model, the sequel broke the pattern and became a free game that players can easily access on PS.

8. Rogue Company

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Rogue Company is one of the underrated free-to-play games that deserves a try. Image Credit: PlayStation.

Rogue Company is a familiar name, and players who are fans of hero-shooters, and tactical third-person games must give this game at least one try. Developed by First Watch Games and published by Hi-Rez Studios, this game features objective-based game modes, multiple maps, and 26 playable Rogues. 

However, this game is extremely exciting, and most importantly, no matter on which platform you are trying to play, this game can be accessed for free. 

9. Call of Duty: Warzone

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Warzone is one of the best free games that is highly recommended not to miss. Image Credit: Steam.

Call of Duty games are massively popular titles, with millions of players grinding them regularly. Hardly a COD title comes for free, and the Warzone sub-series is among them. Developed by Raven Software and Infinity Ward and published by Activision, the Warzone games are thoroughly challenging and utterly thrilling. 

So, if you are bored of purchasing COD games and want to try something new on PlayStation or PlayStation 5 Pro, Warzone is one of the best choices you have. 

10. Path of Exile

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If you are looking for some thrilling experience Path of Exile is recommended for you to try. Image Credit: Steam.

A free-to-play gaming list can’t be completed without mentioning Path of Exile. This is a nicely made action role-playing game by Grinding Gear Games and was initially released in 2013. However, later this game was released on PS in 2019. The dark fantasy world of the game is fascinating, and players get an option to control seven character classes to progress through the journey.

Path of Exile 2 is about to make its appearance sometime in the future; therefore, this is the most suitable time to dive into this game when it is a completely free option available. 

These are some of the top free games that players must try on PlayStation if they haven’t yet tried them already.