PlayStation Plus Free Trial Available in 2025?

Originally launched in 2010 as a free service to rival Xbox Live, PlayStation Plus has undergone significant evolution since its inception. The current version of PlayStation Plus is a subscription-based service tailored for PS5 and PS4 users, which is essential for online gaming. Beyond just enabling multiplayer, PlayStation Plus now offers enhanced tiers that include benefits like a vast catalog of downloadable games, cloud streaming, and much more.

While Sony previously provided free trials for newcomers to its online service, **PlayStation Plus currently does not offer any free trials.**

Can You Get PS Plus For Free in Other Ways?

Although PlayStation Plus does not offer free trials to all, certain regions or countries might occasionally access a limited-time free trial, as indicated on Sony's website. However, Sony keeps details about who qualifies and when these trials are available under wraps, so staying alert is key. PlayStation also hosts free multiplayer events that don't require a PS Plus subscription, though these are often unpredictable.

PlayStation does offer occasional deals on PlayStation Plus subscriptions, but these are typically **only available for new or expired members**. It would be great if Sony extended these offers to all subscribers!

What PS Plus Alternatives Have Free Trials?

While there isn't a direct substitute for PS Plus, which is necessary for online play on PS5 and PS4, there are alternatives that provide free or nearly free trials and offer a catalog of games to stream. However, these alternatives generally require a different console, a PC, or a mobile device.

1. PC Game Pass (14 Days for $1 - $11.99/month)

14 Days For $1

Microsoft PC Game Pass

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• Hundreds of games available to play
• Play Xbox Game Studios titles on day one
• Includes an EA Play subscription and Riot Games benefits

2. Nintendo Switch Online (7-Day Free Trial) - Starting at $3.99/month

7 Days Free

Nintendo Switch Online

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• Includes dozens of NES, SNES, and Game Boy games
• Nintendo Music app included in subscription
• Access to discount game vouchers, retro game controllers, and limited-time games

3. Amazon Luna+ (7-Day Free Trial) - $9.99/month

7 Days Free

Amazon Luna+

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• Access a catalog of over 100 games
• Play games up to 1080p/60fps
• Available on PC, Mac, and mobile devices

4. Apple Arcade (1-Month Free Trial) - $6.99/month

1 Month Free

Apple Arcade

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• Access a growing library of over 200 ad-free games
• Available across all your Apple devices (iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro)
• Share your subscription with up to five family members

Other services like Ubisoft+ and EA Play feature publisher-specific catalogs of games to stream, but they don't currently offer any free trials.