PlayStation Plus Shifts Focus to PS5: What This Means for Subscribers

PS Plus shifts focus to PS5 games in 2026, reducing monthly PS4 titles. Redeemed PS4 games remain accessible.
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PlayStation Plus Shifts Focus to PS5: What This Means for Subscribers
In a move signaling the inevitable transition to the next generation of gaming, Sony Interactive Entertainment has unveiled a significant change to its PlayStation Plus subscription service. Starting in January 2026, the platform holder will "occasionally" offer PlayStation 4 (PS4) titles as part of the monthly PlayStation Plus benefits. This marks a clear shift in strategy, prioritizing PlayStation 5 (PS5) games and reflecting the growing dominance of the newer console. While this announcement might raise questions for PS4 owners, Sony has assured subscribers that they will retain access to any monthly PS4 games they have already redeemed. This means that even after January 2026, your library of claimed PS4 titles will remain playable, provided you maintain your PlayStation Plus subscription. Furthermore, PS4 games currently available in the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog will continue to be accessible until they are rotated out of the catalog, giving players ample time to…