December is shaping up to be an exciting month for PlayStation fans, even those who haven’t subscribed to PlayStation Plus. To mark its 30th anniversary, PlayStation is offering a weekend of free online multiplayer access. From December 6 to December 8, all you need is a reliable internet connection and a PSN account to dive into the multiplayer features of your favorite games without any extra cost.
For those unfamiliar, PlayStation Plus is Sony’s subscription model for PlayStation 4 and 5, which offers not only online play but also a selection of perks. These include access to free games, cloud streaming, and even the possibility of playing certain titles on a PC. It’s available in various tiers for players to choose from, depending on what they’re looking to get out of their gaming experience.
In addition to the free weekend, Sony is sweetening the celebration with an eSports tournament. During the same days, players can compete in games such as Mortal Kombat 1, Tekken 8, Madden NFL 25, Guilty Gear Strive, and more. Victorious participants will earn unique avatars and prizes within the games they’re part of.
There’s also a chance to snag a 30-month PlayStation Plus membership for free. Sony is giving away this subscription to 780 lucky winners across participating countries. All you need to do is sign up for a PlayStation Plus Premium account and play any game from the Classics Catalog between December 10 and 23. Existing members can join in the sweepstakes without changing their plans, simply by enjoying a title from the same catalog.
With the year drawing to a close, more people are getting their hands on a PS5 and exploring its extensive offerings. Now could be a great time to embrace PS Plus, especially with the influx of new players making online games even more vibrant and engaging.
In the console world, the PlayStation 5 Pro offers a stellar gaming experience, featuring advanced ray tracing and vivid 4K display clarity. Gamers can enjoy smooth, high frame-rate gameplay, taking visuals on a PlayStation to unprecedented heights. This all-digital console gives you the flexibility to add a disc drive, providing the option to enjoy games and media in various formats such as 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Discs.
So, whether you’re diving into competitive gaming or exploring PlayStation’s classic titles, December promises thrilling opportunities to enhance your gaming journey with Sony’s latest offerings.