Originally launched as a free service to rival Xbox Live in 2010, PlayStation Plus has undergone a significant transformation since its inception. The current version of PlayStation Plus is a subscription-based service designed for PS5 and PS4 users, making it essential for online gaming. Beyond mandatory online play, PlayStation Plus offers various tiers that enhance the user experience with benefits such as a catalog of downloadable games, cloud streaming, and more. While Sony once provided free trials for its online service, **PlayStation Plus does not currently offer any free trials** to new users.
Can You Get PS Plus For Free in Other Ways?
Although PlayStation Plus doesn't offer free trials to everyone, certain regions may occasionally receive limited-time free trials, as indicated on Sony's website. Unfortunately, Sony keeps the details about who qualifies and when these trials are available under wraps, so it's important to stay alert. PlayStation also hosts free multiplayer events occasionally, which do not require a PS Plus subscription, though these events are unpredictable. Moreover, PlayStation sometimes runs deals on PlayStation Plus subscriptions, but these are often **only available for new or expired members**, leaving current subscribers out of the loop.
What PS Plus Alternatives Have Free Trials?
While there isn't a direct substitute for PlayStation Plus that supports online play on PS5 and PS4, there are alternatives that offer free or nearly free trials with a catalog of games to stream. These alternatives, however, require different platforms such as a PC, another console, or a mobile device.
1. PC Game Pass (14 Days for $1 - $11.99/month)
14 Days For $1### Microsoft PC Game Pass
0See it at XboxHundreds of games available to playPlay Xbox Game Studios titles on day oneIncludes an EA Play subscription and Riot Games benefits
2. Nintendo Switch Online (7-Day Free Trial) - Starting at $3.99/month
7 Days Free### Nintendo Switch Online
1See it at NintendoIncludes dozens of NES, SNES, and Game Boy gamesNintendo Music app included in subscriptionAccess to discount game vouchers, retro game controllers, and limited-time games
3. Amazon Luna+ (7-Day Free Trial) - $9.99/month
7 Days Free### Amazon Luna+
1See it at AmazonAccess a catalog of over 100 gamesPlay games up to 1080p/60fpsAvailable on PC, Mac, and mobile devices
4. Apple Arcade (1-Month Free Trial) - $6.99/month
1 Month Free### Apple Arcade
1See it at AppleAccess a growing library of over 200 ad-free gamesAvailable across all your Apple devices (iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro)Share your subscription with up to five family members
Other services like Ubisoft+ and EA Play provide publisher-specific catalogs of games for streaming, but they do not currently offer any free trials.
