PlayStation Plus August 2024 Free Games: Run, Walk, or Survive the Horror!

Hey there! If you have a PlayStation Plus subscription, August is bringing you three very different adventures. Whether you want to parkour across rooftops, take a chill hike with friends, or scare yourself silly in a retro sci-fi nightmare—there’s something for everyone.

Let’s break it all down in simple terms.

When Can You Get Them?

Mark Your Calendar!

• Available: Tuesday, August 4 → Monday, August 31
• Platform: PS5 & PS4 (depends on the game)
• Cost: FREE with an active PlayStation Plus membership
• Keep Forever: Once claimed, they’re yours as long as you stay subscribed.

1. Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition (PS5 & PS4)

Think: Mirror’s Edge meets The Walking Dead with a dash of Choose Your Own Adventure.

What’s the deal?

You play as Aiden Caldwell, a super-agile wanderer searching for answers in “The City”—a massive, crumbling urban playground overrun by zombies (called “infected”) and warring human factions.

Why it’s cool:

• Parkour everywhere – Run up walls, slide under fences, leap across rooftops.
• Visceral combat – Smash, slash, and kick enemies with makeshift weapons.
• 4-player co-op – Team up with friends; see how their choices changed their world.
• Choices matter – Side with factions, decide who lives/dies, shape the city’s future.
• Day/night cycle – Day = explore safely. Night = terrifying monsters come out.

The “Reloaded Edition” bonus:

Includes all post-launch DLC, cosmetic packs, and quality-of-life improvements. Basically, the complete package.

2. Big Walk (PS5 Only)

Think: A cozy hiking trip with puzzles, walkie-talkies, and goofy friends.

What’s the deal?

This is a co-op only game (2+ players). You and your pals explore a vast, beautiful open world filled with:

• Environmental puzzles (need teamwork!)
• Communication gadgets – Walkie-talkies, string phones, even yelling mechanics.
• “Speechless” moments – Lose your voice? Figure out new ways to communicate.
• Chill vibes – Watch sunsets, skip stones, steal binoculars and yeet them into the ocean.

Perfect for:

• Friends who like talking and solving things together.
• Low-stress hangouts with a side of brain-teasers.
• No combat, no fail states—just exploration and connection.

3. Signalis (PS4 — playable on PS5 via backwards compatibility)

Think: Silent Hill meets Anime meets Retro-Future Soviet Aesthetic… in 2D.

What’s the deal?

You’re Elster, a “Replika” (android technician) waking up on a cold, abandoned mining facility. You’re searching for your lost partner—and your lost memories.

Why it stands out:

• Gorgeous pixel art with a haunting, lo-fi anime style.
• Classic survival horror puzzles – Manage limited inventory, decode radio frequencies, combine items.
• Psychological dread – Not jump scares; unease. Cosmic horror, identity, memory.
• Retro-tech UI – CRT scanlines, floppy disks, analog radio tuning. Super immersive.
• Atmospheric soundtrack – Synth-wave meets melancholic ambient.

Heads up: It’s tense, cryptic, and not holding your hand. Great if you love piecing together lore.

4. Bonus: MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls PlayStation Plus Pack

Available starting August 6 (until August 6, 2027 — plenty of time!).

What’s inside?

How to claim:

1. Go to PlayStation Store → PlayStation Plus section.
2. Find the MARVEL Tōkon Pack.
3. Redeem & Download (free for Plus members).
4. Avatars → Profile → Avatar settings.
5. Poses → Unlock in MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls (PS5 version only).

Quick Checklist: What to Do Now

1. ☐ Check your Plus status – Active? Good. Expired? Resubscribe.
2. ☐ Visit PlayStation Store on console or web on/after August 4.
3. ☐ Claim all 3 games (Big Walk = PS5 only; others on PS4/PS5).
4. ☐ Download what you want – No rush, but don’t forget before Aug 31!
5. ☐ Grab the MARVEL pack from August 6 onward.

Important Reminders

Callout: Don’t Miss Out!

• Regional lineups may vary – Check your local PlayStation Store on release day.
• Big Walk is PS5-only – PS4 players can’t play this one.
• Signalis is a PS4 title – Works on PS5 via backwards compatibility.
• Games leave the monthly lineup after Aug 31 – But once added to your library, they’re yours while subscribed.
• MARVEL pack expires Aug 6, 2027 – That’s 3 years. No rush, but don’t forget!

Summary

Bottom line: August gives you parkour mayhem, friendship hiking, and cosmic dread—all for the price of your Plus sub. Not bad!

FAQ

1. Do I need PlayStation Plus Extra or Premium for these?

Nope! Essential (base tier) is enough. Monthly games are included in all Plus tiers.

2. Can I play Big Walk solo?

No. It’s designed only for 2+ players online. No single-player mode, no bots.

3. If I claim the games but don’t download them now, are they gone after August?

Once you “Add to Library” (claim), they stay in your library forever—as long as you keep your Plus subscription active. Download anytime later.

4. Is Signalis too scary for me?

It’s psychological horror, not gore-fest. Think creepy atmosphere, unsettling sounds, mystery. No cheap jump scares. If you handled Silent Hill or Resident Evil 1, you’ll be fine.

5. Can I use the MARVEL avatars on PS4 and PS5?

Yes! The 5 avatars work on both consoles. The 20 result-screen poses only work in the PS5 version of MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls.

Happy gaming! Whether you’re drop-kicking zombies, sharing a thermos on a virtual trail, or tuning a radio in a haunted bunker—August’s got you covered.