Overview

• Sony confirmed Alan Wake 2, Cocoon, and Goat Simulator 3 as October’s PlayStation Plus Essential titles, set to be claimable starting October 7.
• The Last of Us Part II Remastered joined the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for Extra and Premium members on September 26 to coincide with The Last of Us Day.
• PlayStation Plus Premium will add Tekken 3, SoulCalibur 3, and Tomb Raider: Anniversary later in 2025, with exact dates to be announced.
• Most outlets and Sony list October 7 as the start date, though at least one report cited October 5; the monthly claim window is expected to run for about four weeks.
• September’s Essential games—Psychonauts 2, Stardew Valley, and Viewfinder—remain available to add to libraries until October 6.