In a significant update to its PlayStation Plus service, Sony has confirmed that PS4 games will no longer be a primary offering starting January 2026. This decision reflects the growing shift of players toward the PS5, with the company aiming to align its subscription benefits with the preferences of its user base.
According to the announcement, PlayStation Plus will focus on delivering PS5 titles through its Monthly Games and Game Catalog benefits beginning in 2026. While PS4 games will no longer be a key part of the service, Sony clarified that they may still be occasionally included in the offerings. Additionally, titles playable on both PS4 and PS5 consoles could still be made available after the transition.
Sony reassured players that this change will not affect PS4 games already redeemed through PlayStation Plus. Members will retain access to these games as long as their subscription remains active. For the Game Catalog, PS4 titles will continue to be accessible until they are rotated out as part of the service’s monthly refresh cycle.
Despite recent changes, Sony assures PS Plus subscribers that the service will continue to offer exclusive discounts, online multiplayer access, cloud storage for game saves, and other benefits. As the focus shifts to the PS5, players can expect a regular influx of new PS5 titles added to the Monthly Games and Game Catalog each month.
Sony also provided an update on next month’s PS Plus lineup. The upcoming games include Payday 3, Pac-Man World Re-Pac, and High on Life. Among these, two titles will be available on the PS4, while Payday 3 is a PS5 exclusive. However, this trend is expected to change starting in 2026 and beyond.
