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Sony just dropped its mid-July refresh for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium, celebrating its 15th anniversary with a lineup that fans are going to love. Here’s everything you need to know.

Cyberpunk 2077 Now Included

The standout addition is Cyberpunk 2077, now available on both PS5 and PS4. This is a major inclusion for Extra subscribers, making it a great time to dive into Night City, especially with a 30 percent discount on the Phantom Liberty DLC running until July 23.

Other New Games from July 15

On July 15, Sony will unlock a diverse mix of titles across genres:

• Planet Zoo: Build and manage animal habitats
• Bluey: The Videogame: A family friendly adventure
• Risk of Rain 2: Challenging co-op roguelike
• Tropico 6: Island dictator simulator
• New World: Aeternum: Open world MMO experience
• Banishers Ghosts of New Eden: A story driven action RPG

Premium Tier Retro Classics

Premium subscribers also gain access to nostalgic hits with Twisted Metal 3 and 4, both releasing on July 31 as part of the classic PlayStation lineup .

Upcoming July 22 Release

The day one release Abiotic Factor drops on July 22 for Extra subscribers. This sci fi survival crafting game is playable solo or in co-op up to six players.

Games Leaving This Week

Heads up – Some popular titles are exiting the service today (July 15):

• Crisis Core Final Fantasy 7 Reunion
• Dying Light 2 Stay Human
• Mount and Blade 2 Bannerlord
• Remnant 2
• Job Simulator
• Vampire The Masquerade Swan Song

Make sure to download anything you’ve been meaning to play before access is removed.

Why This Refresh Matters

This refresh is one of the strongest months for PS Plus in a while. With a full AAA open world RPG like Cyberpunk, a high value family title like Bluey, a deep building sim, and a day one co-op release, you’re getting a lot of bang for your buck.

Final Take

Between the big additions and the farewell to some heavy hitters, July’s PlayStation Plus lineup is shaping up to be a standout. Whether you’re jumping into Night City, building a zoo, or tackling roguelike challenges, there’s something for every subscriber.

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