
This article is part of a comprehensive guide to the PlayStation 5.
The PlayStation 5 boasts a compelling selection of free-to-play games, a category that has seen significant growth recently. The success of titles like Fortnite and Genshin Impact has fueled a surge in free-to-play development.
Top-tier free-to-play games offer potentially months of engaging gameplay at no cost. Some even rival the visual fidelity and gameplay of premium titles. Even if those are exceptions, many free options are ideal for shorter gaming sessions. Here are some of the best free PS5 games available.
This list includes popular PS4 titles playable on the PS5. While quality is a primary ranking factor, newly released games will initially be featured higher.
Updated January 5, 2024, by Mark Sammut: While primarily relevant to a niche group of PS5 users, the PS Store offers a range of excellent PS VR2 games. Free experiences are less common, but a notable exception appeared in November 2024. See the link below for details on this free PS VR2 game.