Wild Hunt, Wild Hearts, Cult of the Lamb and more – PlayStation.Blog

Embark on an epic dark fantasy adventure, combine technology and monsters for thrilling hunts, build a community of forest cultists, race on two wheels, and more with August’s PlayStation Plus Game Catalog! The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Wild Hearts, Cult of the Lamb, Ride 5, and more will be available to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium members starting August 20. We’ll also be announcing new classics – including the legendary TimeSplitters series – and PS VR2 games coming to PlayStation Plus Premium.

Let’s take a closer look at each new game announcement.

PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium | Game Catalog

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt | PS4, PS5

You are Geralt of Rivia, a monster-slaying mercenary. Before you lies a war-torn continent filled with monsters that you can explore at will. Your current contract? Track down Ciri — Child of Prophecy, a living weapon that can change the shape of the world. The PS5 version of the game has been enhanced with a number of visual and technical improvements, including a significantly improved level of detail, faster loading times, a host of community-created and newly developed mods for the game, real-time ray tracing, 3D audio support, and more.

Wild Hearts Standard Edition | PS5

Wild Hearts is a unique twist on the hunting genre, where technology gives you the chance to fight against terrifying beasts infused with the ferocious power of nature itself. Take on these creatures alone or hunt with friends in seamless co-op. Developed by Omega Force, the Japanese studio behind the Dynasty Warriors series, and in partnership with EA Originals, Wild Hearts takes you on an epic adventure set in a fantasy world inspired by feudal Japan.

Cult of the Sheep | PS4, PS5

Cult of the Lamb puts players in the role of a demonically possessed lamb saved from destruction by an ominous stranger, who must repay his debt by building a loyal following in his name. Start your own cult in a land of false prophets, venture into diverse and mysterious lands to build a community of loyal followers in the woods and spread your Word to become the only true cult. Explore a vast, randomly generated world, battle hordes of enemies and defeat rival cult leaders to absorb their power and assert your cult’s dominance.

The Voyage 5 | PS5

Rev up your engines and get ready to hit the track with RIDE 5. The gameplay is so exciting and realistic that it will make you feel like you are actually racing at breakneck speeds. Find your favorite bikes and check out new ones in the ultimate motorcycle game! Race on over 35 tracks and collect over 200 bikes from world-famous manufacturers, each element designed to feel like you are riding a real bike.

Watch Dogs 2* | PS4

Play as Marcus Holloway, a talented young hacker living in the birthplace of the tech revolution, the San Francisco Bay Area. Team up with Dedsec, a notorious hacker group, to carry out the biggest hack in history, taking down ctOS 2.0, an aggressive operating system being used by criminal masterminds to spy on and manipulate citizens on a massive scale.

*PlayStation Plus re-release.

Sword Art Online: The Last Memories | PS4, PS5

The culmination of the Sword Art Online series, Last Recollection features the largest roster of SAO characters and side scenarios yet! Based on the Sword Art Online anime War of Underworld storyline, a new story unfolds with daunting challenges awaiting our beloved hero, Kirito, and his new friends. Players will unmask the Dark Knight and find out if Kirito and his crew will survive the relentless battle against the forces of the Dark Territory.

Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker* | PS4

The Naruto series is back with a whole new experience in Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker. This new game allows players to fight in teams of 4 to compete against other teams online! Graphically, Shinobi Striker is also built from the ground up with a completely new graphic style. Lead your team and battle online to see who is the best ninja!

*PlayStation Plus re-release.

Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris | PS4

Set in Underworld, a vast world introduced in the Sword Art Online anime, Kirito embarks on an adventure in the series’ latest RPG. Enjoy seamless, action-packed real-time battles by combining sword skills, sacred arts, and your favorite SAO characters.

Sword Art Online: Deadly Bullet | PS4

Experience a unique story where you are the protagonist in the world of Gun Gale Online. Create your own avatar and explore devastated lands while experiencing exciting third-person shooter gameplay in this action RPG. Encounter enemies and meet new and familiar faces from the Sword Art Online series. Journey through the world of guns, where after a chance encounter, you will receive the help of a very rare AI, ArFA-Sys.

Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization | PS4

2026, Sword Art: Origin, a new VRMMORPG has appeared. Kirito encounters a mysterious NPC and receives a cryptic message. This game, although familiar to him, is not the same as the one he escaped from years ago. Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization features a vast world, a multiplayer mode to enjoy the game with three other players online, and shows off its MMORPG roots with an MMORPG-like interface, a 16-character team, and intense raid Boss battles.

PlayStation Premium | PS VR2 & Classic

Vacation Simulator** | PS VR2

The year is 2060. After setting records in Job Simulator, robots set out to explore what humans do outside of “work.” After years of balancing buoyancy, cataloging campfire records, and ensuring safety protocols on the ski slopes, their research has led to the creation of a rough simulation of “not working”: Vacation Simulator. The latest VR sensation from the creators of the platinum hit Job Simulator! Welcome to Vacation Simulator: a rough simulation of a vacation inspired by real humans NOT WORKING. Reallocate your bandwidth and get ready to splash, bake s’mores, roll snowballs, and take selfies your way to ultimate relaxation.

**PlayStation Plus Game Catalog includes PS VR2 and PS VR versions of games.

TimeSplitters | PS4, PS5

TimeSplitters is a popular first-person shooter series on the PS2 that pits players against the evil TimeSplitters, a race that lives outside of time and space. The game features a rich 18-level single-player campaign that takes players through key historical moments, from ancient civilizations to futuristic landscapes, battling TimeSplitters to change the course of history. The game also includes an exciting local multiplayer mode for up to four players.

TimeSplitters 2 | PS4, PS5

This PS2 sequel expands on every front, delivering faster-paced action, richer storylines, and diverse graphical styles across nine thrilling time-travel adventures. From the lawless Wild West to the neon-lit streets of Neo Tokyo, each era has its own atmosphere and challenges. Choose from over 100 characters, including original favorites, historical figures, and new personalities bursting with charm. Immerse yourself in compelling single-player and local co-op story modes, and enjoy 2-4 player split-screen action. Engage in frantic battles across dynamic maps and game modes, whether co-op on missions or competing in intense deathmatches.

TimeSplitters: Future Perfect | PS4, PS5

As Sergeant Cortez, embark on a time-bending journey through the past, present and future to stop the sinister TimeSplitters in this sequel to the popular PS2 series. Explore a variety of environments from ancient temples to futuristic cities, each with its own unique challenges and stunning beauty. Local multiplayer shines with both co-op and competitive modes, offering classic deathmatches, objective-based challenges and innovative gameplay that tests strategy and reflexes.

Sword Art Online: Lost Song*** | PS4

Journey into the world of ALfheim Online for the first time! Join Kirito as he ventures online to explore Svart Alfheim, a brand new region of ALfheim Online, a floating world consisting of continents led by The Floating City of Ryne. The original story of this PS3 title features new and returning characters and exclusive environments in the ultimate Virtual Reality universe! Sword Art Online: Lost Song features all-new Aerial Battles and tons of customization features. Links Jump into the world of Sword Art Online and join your favorite dual-weapon wielder, Kirito, in the greatest adventure yet!

*PlayStation Plus game catalog may vary by region. Please check PlayStation Store when the game catalog is released.

***Sword Art Online: Lost Song is only available in streaming version.