PlayStation Plus is handing out four free games—from PGA Tour 2K25 and Monster Hunter Rise to Slime Rancher 2 and The Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Road—starting March 3 and running through early April. You’ll get a polished golf sim, a monster‑hunting action‑RPG, a whimsical farm adventure, and a full‑featured MMO, all without spending a dime.
Free Game Lineup
PGA Tour 2K25
Genre: Sports simulation. Key draw: Refined swing mechanics, expanded career mode, and a roster that mirrors the 2026 PGA tour. Why it matters—the title usually sits at a mid‑tier price, so getting it free is a solid value boost for golf fans.
Monster Hunter Rise
Genre: Action‑RPG. Highlights: Vibrant monster ecosystem, deep crafting, and a “Rampage” mode that pits you against relentless waves. Adding Rise to PlayStation Plus shows Sony’s push to diversify its catalog with big‑name, genre‑spanning experiences.
Slime Rancher 2
Genre: Quirky farm‑sim adventure. Features: First‑person slime collecting, resource management, procedurally generated caves, and light‑hearted slime combat. Its low‑stress gameplay offers a perfect palate cleanser between the more intense titles.
The Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Road
Genre: Massive multiplayer online RPG. What you get: The base ESO experience plus every expansion released through 2024 (excluding the 2025 Content Pass). This bundle delivers “hundreds of hours” of quests, DLC zones, and gear sets, giving both veterans and newcomers full access without a separate subscription.
Why This Mix Matters
Sony’s selection bridges the gap between blockbuster exclusives and indie gems. By offering a sports simulation, a monster‑hunting RPG, a whimsical farm adventure, and a full‑featured MMO, the lineup appeals to a broad slice of the PlayStation audience. You’ll find something that matches your taste, which strengthens PlayStation Plus’s overall value proposition.
Impact on the Subscription Landscape
Providing a permanent ESO Gold Road bundle marks a shift toward “full‑access” offerings rather than limited‑time trials. While Xbox Game Pass already bundles rotating titles—including MMOs—Sony’s move gives a premium MMO for free, potentially nudging gamers who hesitated over ESO’s standalone subscription toward PlayStation Plus.
Subscriber Perspective
Long‑time PlayStation members appreciate the balanced mix. One subscriber notes that “getting a full‑featured MMO alongside a mainstream sports title and two indie‑flavored games shows Sony isn’t just chasing blockbuster hype.” For you, it means PlayStation Plus can serve as both a discovery platform for smaller studios and a gateway to content‑heavy worlds.
What’s Next for PlayStation Plus
If Sony continues to blend high‑profile releases with deep‑dive content packs, the service will stay competitive against expanding rivals. For now, you can log in on March 3, claim the four titles, and enjoy a diverse month of gaming without reaching for your wallet.
