What Are PS Plus Monthly Games?
Monthly Games are claimable titles included with every PlayStation Plus tier: Essential, Extra and Premium.
Current PS Plus Free Games This Month
PlayStation Blog announced the July 2026 Monthly Games as Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III - Cross-Gen Bundle, For the King II and CrossCode. The official claim window is Tuesday, July 7 through Monday, August 3, 2026, and regional lineups may differ.
When Do New PS Plus Monthly Games Arrive?
Monthly Games usually become available on the first Tuesday of the month after Sony announces the lineup.
Can You Keep Monthly Games?
After claiming them during the window, they stay in your library and remain playable while your PS Plus subscription is active.
July 2026 PS Plus Monthly Games Lineup
Open each game for tier, platform, dates, Store price and source details.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III - Cross-Gen Bundle
Essential · Monthly
$69.99
PS4, PS5
New this month
CrossCode
Essential · Monthly
$19.99
PS4, PS5
New this month
For the King II
Essential · Monthly
$24.99
PS4, PS5
New this month
Grounded Fully Yoked Edition
Essential · Monthly
Included
$19.99
PS4, PS5
Leaving Jul 6, 2026
Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2
Essential · Monthly
Included
$49.99
PS4, PS5
Leaving Jul 6, 2026
Warhammer 40,000: Darktide
Essential · Monthly
Included
$9.99
PS5
Leaving Jul 6, 2026
Grounded PS4® & PS5®
Essential · Monthly
Included
$19.99
PS4, PS5
Warhammer 40,000: Darktide
Essential · Monthly
Included
$9.99
PS5
PS Plus Monthly Games Claim Window and Platforms
Use the price and date columns to compare the monthly benefit against the Store purchase price and claim deadline.
| Game | Price | Tier | Catalog | Platforms | Status | Added | Leaving |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
$69.99
|
Essential | Monthly | PS4, PS5 | New This Month | Jul 7, 2026 | Aug 3, 2026 | |
|
CrossCode
Action, RPG
|
$19.99
|
Essential | Monthly | PS4, PS5 | New This Month | Jul 7, 2026 | Aug 3, 2026 |
|
For the King II
RPG, Strategy
|
$24.99
|
Essential | Monthly | PS4, PS5 | New This Month | Jul 7, 2026 | Aug 3, 2026 |
|
Grounded Fully Yoked Edition
Survival
|
Included
$19.99
$39.99 -50%
|
Essential | Monthly | PS4, PS5 | Leaving Soon | Jun 2, 2026 | Jul 6, 2026 |
|
Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2
Fighting
|
Included
$49.99
|
Essential | Monthly | PS4, PS5 | Leaving Soon | Jun 2, 2026 | Jul 6, 2026 |
|
Warhammer 40,000: Darktide
Shooter
|
Included
$9.99
$39.99 -75%
|
Essential | Monthly | PS5 | Leaving Soon | Jun 2, 2026 | Jul 6, 2026 |
|
Grounded PS4® & PS5®
Adventure
|
Included
$19.99
$39.99 -50%
|
Essential | Monthly | PS4, PS5 | Available | TBA | TBA |
|
Warhammer 40,000: Darktide
Action
|
Included
$9.99
$39.99 -75%
|
Essential | Monthly | PS5 | Available | TBA | TBA |
How To Claim PS Plus Monthly Games
Claiming matters even if you do not plan to download the game today.
1. Open PlayStation Plus
Use your PS5, PS4, PlayStation App or PlayStation Store account page and open the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games section.
2. Add Each Game to Library
Claim every monthly game during the offer window. You can download later after it is saved to your library.
3. Keep Your Subscription Active
Claimed Monthly Games remain playable while your PlayStation Plus membership is active. If your subscription lapses, access returns when you renew.
PS Plus Monthly Games vs Game Catalog
This distinction is one of the most common sources of confusion.
Monthly Games
Included with all tiers. You must claim them during the monthly window. After claiming, they remain tied to your PS Plus library while your subscription is active.
Game Catalog
Available with Extra and Premium. Catalog games can rotate out, and access usually ends when a game leaves the catalog.
Classics and Trials
Usually associated with Premium benefits. Availability depends on region, platform support and PlayStation Store listings.
More PlayStation Plus Monthly Game Views
Use these shortcuts after checking this month's claim window.
PS Plus Monthly Games FAQ
Answers for the most common monthly-games search questions.
What are the PS Plus Monthly Games for July 2026?
The July 2026 lineup is Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III - Cross-Gen Bundle, For the King II and CrossCode, according to the official PlayStation Blog announcement.
When can I claim the July 2026 PS Plus Monthly Games?
The official PlayStation Blog lists the July 2026 Monthly Games window as Tuesday, July 7 through Monday, August 3, 2026.
Do all PlayStation Plus tiers get Monthly Games?
Yes. Essential, Extra and Premium members can claim Monthly Games during the monthly offer window.
Do claimed PS Plus Monthly Games expire?
Claimed Monthly Games stay in your library, but you need an active PlayStation Plus subscription to play them.