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

This article is part of a larger guide: The Ultimate PlayStation 5 Guide.

Free-to-play games have exploded in popularity on the PlayStation 5, offering compelling alternatives to full-priced titles. The success of games like Fortnite and Genshin Impact has fueled this trend, with many developers embracing the free-to-play model.

Top free-to-play games offer hours of entertainment at no cost. Some boast visuals and gameplay rivaling premium titles. Even those that don't are perfect for shorter play sessions. Below are some of the best free PS5 games currently available.

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

Updated January 5, 2024, by Mark Sammut: While limited to PS5 owners with PS VR2 headsets, the PS Store offers a surprising number of excellent PS VR2 games. Free experiences are rare, but a notable exception arrived in November 2024. See the link below for details on this free PS VR2 game.

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1. Marvel Rivals

A Marvelous Hero Shooter