Halloween arrives early on PlayStation Plus
Sony is turning up the scariness just in time for Halloween, adding two acclaimed horror titles to the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog on October 21. The lineup aims to please fans of psychological dread and classic survival horror, while also giving subscribers a taste of non-spooky fare for those who prefer lighter thrills.
What’s new in the Game Catalog
Starting on Oct. 21, PS Plus Extra and Premium members will gain access to two standout games that fit the season’s mood:
- Silent Hill 2 (2024 remake) — A modernized retelling of a horror classic, Silent Hill 2 drops players into a fog-drenched town where James Sunderland’s mission to find answers about his wife uncovers a web of anguish, memory, and monstrous threats. The remake preserves the game’s claustrophobic atmosphere while updating visuals and mechanics for a contemporary audience.
- Until Dawn — A modern slasher-in-a-remote-lodge thriller, Until Dawn places a group of friends in a deadly-woodland setting where every decision can tip the balance between life and death. Branching timelines and multiple endings reward careful planning and tough choices, making it a good pick for players who enjoy narrative-heavy horror.
These titles sit alongside a broader catalog of games available to PS Plus Extra and Premium members, including a mix of action, adventure, and indie titles designed for varied tastes. If you’re looking for jump-scare thrills, these two games are a natural fit for October.
How PS Plus tiers work
PlayStation Plus runs on three tiers with distinct perks. Essential is the base tier, offering online multiplayer and monthly games. Extra adds a large library of games from the PS4 and PS5 catalog, which is where the Game Catalog access lives for most players. Premium tier, meanwhile, expands the library further and includes cloud streaming in some regions, classic games, and more. For those eyeing the latest horror titles like Silent Hill 2 and Until Dawn, the Extra and Premium tiers are your ticket to the Game Catalog.
In addition to the Halloween releases, Sony also lists other October offerings available to all PS Plus subscribers, including critically acclaimed titles like Alan Wake 2. The company emphasizes choice, ensuring there’s something for both horror enthusiasts and players who simply want a night of wholesome, atmospheric storytelling.
More games arriving later in October
PS Plus Premium and Extra subscribers will also gain access to several additional games starting October 31. The list includes As Dusk Falls, Poppy Playtime: Chapter 1, Tekken 3, V Rising, Wizard with a Gun, and Yakuza: Like a Dragon. Note that some games are limited to Premium subscribers, reflecting the tiered nature of the catalog and the chance to diversify your October library.
What this means for players
For subscribers, the new additions offer a timely opportunity to revisit or discover two pivotal horror experiences in a single season. Silent Hill 2’s remake promises a refined, unsettling atmosphere that stays faithful to the franchise’s psychological roots, while Until Dawn delivers interactive filmmaking with multiple outcomes that reward experimentation and replay.
Overall, the October additions underscore PlayStation Plus’s strategy of expanding the Game Catalog to cater to different player moods—from crumbling fog-laden towns to tense mountain lodges—and providing ongoing value to subscribers across the three tiers.
