PlayStation has revealed the games headed to PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe subscribers in December 2023, and it’s a fairly varied month with some decent games.
Headlined by Grand Theft Auto V, and given the recent reveal of GTA VI, December also brings with it the extremely underrated Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin, the excellent rhythm-action shooter Metal: Hellsinger, and the fantastic puzzle platformer akin to Pikmin Tinykin And The bloody Shadowrun trilogy completely remastered.
On the classic side, including the PS2 and PSP versions of Thrillville may not be too exciting, but Buzz Lightyear of Star Command on PS1 is a win in my books. Check out what’s coming:
PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe| Games Catalog December 2023
Grand Theft Auto V | PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
Welcome to Los Santos. Experience the hit games Grand Theft Auto V and GTA Online – with the PlayStation 5 version updated with stunning visuals, faster loading, adaptive triggers, haptic feedback, Tempest 3D audio and more, plus exclusive content for GTA Online players. In Grand Theft Auto V, experience the intertwining stories of Franklin, Michael, and Trevor in the sprawling open world of Los Santos and Blaine County. In GTA Online, explore a cutting-edge online world where you can rise from a street-level hustler to become the leader of your own criminal empire.
Strange Paradise: The Origin of Final Fantasy | PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
From Team Ninja comes a brand new edition of the Final Fantasy series. Jack and his allies, Ash and Jed, burn with determination to defeat Chaos when they open the doors to the Shrine of Chaos. However, doubts remain – are they really the Warriors of Light foretold in the prophecy? Enter a world of dark fantasy and enjoy exhilarating, action-packed battles. Dive into completely different move sets based on the weapons equipped to change up combos, unlock new attacks through upgrades and add job specializations that help expand the skill set of Jack and his companions.
MotoGP 23 | PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
Choose from the four popular championship categories, strap on your favorite racer’s shoes and head to the track to experience the adrenaline of the 2023 season. Dynamic weather will not only make the races more realistic, but also make them more unpredictable. Don’t limit yourself to artificial intelligence. Challenge other players online via cross-play or local split-screen and show them who you are. Now thanks to Crossplay, nothing can stop you.
Metal: Helsinger* | PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
Part human, part demon, and obsessed with revenge, become the Unknown and fight in the fiercest realms of hell in this unique rhythm action shooter with a heavy metal soundtrack. Being able to shoot to the beat will enhance your gaming experience. The more you are in sync with the beat, the more intense the music becomes and causes more destruction. Destroy hordes of demons and their leaders to set yourself up for an epic showdown with The Red Judge herself.
Salt and sacrifice PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
Salt and Sacrifice is a follow-up to the dark fantasy RPG similar to Souls, Salt and Sanctuary. As a distinguished detective, you will travel across the Western Frontier: hunting down, hunting down, and eradicating the witches that roam the kingdom. Hunt them down, master their unique behaviors, discover their weaknesses and bring them down. Use their stolen remains to craft powerful equipment, and harness the vile abilities of the wizards you destroy. Obtain unique tools and abilities, defeat powerful guardians, and overcome skirmishes and ambushes while navigating a treacherous and trap-filled world. Team up with a partner for full online co-op, join a stranger hunt or follow the interests of Inquisition’s most sinister factions and hunt down rival investigators.
Scars Moon | PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
Push the limits of your fighting skills and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving, non-linear 2D graphic world. Sharpen your skills and reflexes in challenging and exciting combat. Slash and parry with your sword, use unique special weapons, and control powerful magic. Confront the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learned – transform yourself into a master warrior through a cycle of trial and triumph.
Mega Man 11 | Playstation 4
Mega Man is back in action! The latest installment in this multi-million-selling global series blends classic, challenging 2D platforming action with a fresh visual style. A new dual gear system lets you boost Mega Man’s speed and power for a new twist on the satisfying gameplay the series is known for. A variety of difficulty modes make this the perfect opportunity to experience Mega Man for the first time. The game features a variety of additional modes including time trials, quests, global leaderboards, a gallery of concept art, and more.
gigabash | PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
GigaBash combines the chaos and creativity of titles like Power Stone and War of Monsters with the dizzying scale of classic kaiju movies. Play as either a rampaging giant or a giant-hunting mecha; Summon lightning from the sky, use the radio tower as a baton, or roll an entire area (and your enemies) into one giant snowball. Make enough chaos and you’ll evolve into your final form, the giant, terrifying S-Class.
Dirty | PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
In this fast-paced, brutal action-adventure RPG, crush your enemies with living weapons that change shape and function, then consume their remains to strengthen your ship as you dismantle a world of anatomical horror and intrigue. Grime lets you play to your liking, and only upgrade those traits that you feel are best suited to your unique style. You’ll find that there’s more than one way to break down the enemy as you move through a variety of evocative environments, meet their inhabitants, and discover the source of their madness.
Tinikin | PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
Milo arrives on Earth to find that he is very young, everyone is gone and not a single day has passed since 1991! Team up with the mysterious Tinyken and use his unique powers to create ladders, bridges, explosions, and more. Find a way home through a sprawling city the size of ants, and uncover the biggest mystery on Earth.
Produce | PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
Prodeus is a retro first-person shooter, reimagined using modern visual technology and techniques but designed with retro aesthetics and gameplay that evoke the technology-imposed limits of older hardware. It features a hand-crafted campaign, cooperative and competitive multiplayer modes, a fully integrated level editor, and a built-in community map browser for instant action with nearly limitless levels to play.
Shadowrun Returns | PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
The unique world of Shadowrun that combines cyberpunk and fantasy returns in this update of the classic single-player, turn-based tactical RPG. In the urban sprawl of the Seattle Metroplex, the search for a mysterious killer sets you on a path that leads from the darkest slums to the city’s most powerful mega-forces. You’ll need to tread carefully, enlist the help of other runners, and master powerful powers of technology and magic in order to emerge from the shadows of Seattle unscathed.
Shadowrun: Dragonfall – Director’s Cut | PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
Shadowrun: Dragonfall – Director’s Cut is a standalone version of the Dragonfall campaign, which debuted as a major expansion for the turn-based tactical RPG Shadowrun Returns. The Director’s Cut adds a host of new content and improvements to the original game, making it the definitive version on consoles of the classic story-driven cRPG, with a branching, novel-like narrative filled with sharp prose and deep character development. Immerse yourself in an intelligent 20+ hour campaign with a diverse cast of very human characters.
Shadowrun: Hong Kong – Extended Edition | PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
Shadowrun: Hong Kong – Extended Edition is the definitive edition of Shadowrun: Hong Kong, the third standalone game in the Shadowrun cRPG series that takes place in the weeks following the events of the main campaign. The Expanded Edition adds over 6 hours of the Shadows of Hong Kong Bonus campaign, audio commentary to the game, and a long list of improvements since the game’s initial launch – including new visual effects and updated dialogue.
PlayStation Deluxe | Classics
Mega Man Legacy Collection | Playstation 4
This 8-bit celebration of Capcom’s iconic Blue Bomber game features replicas of the series’ origins with the original six Mega Man games and includes new ways to experience them with Museum Mode and a new Challenge Mode. Challenge mode remixes gameplay parts from all six games, with plenty of difficulty objectives for experienced players to overcome, and serves as a good starting point for new players as well. Museum Mode contains a comprehensive collection of history, high-resolution artwork, and original concept pieces – a great treat for any fan of Mega Man and video game history.
Mega Man Legacy 2 Collection | Playstation 4
This second set includes faithful copies of the timeless 8-bit, 16-bit and 32-bit adventures Mega Man 7, 8, 9 and 10. Mega Man Legacy Collection 2 is packed with additional content, from time trials and remix challenges with online leaderboards, to a music player and an extensive gallery of rare illustrations. Additional modes originally released as downloadable content for Mega Man 9 and 10 are also included, featuring additional stages and playable characters. For anyone who wants a little extra help in these difficult classic platformers, you now have the option to reduce the amount of damage they take.
Thrillville | PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
Explore 15 different areas spread across five theme parks, such as Pirates Gone Wild, Gold Rush, Ancient Treasures of Egypt and Moon Base in this PSP version of Thrillville that allows players of all ages to easily build and customize the coaster of their dreams. The easy-to-use Build Mode is designed specifically for console platforms and makes building all 75 rides from wooden, corkscrew and upside-down coasters to merry-go-rounds, trains and carnival rides easy and, most importantly, fun. Race on go-kart tracks you’ve collected, play mini-golf on courses you’ve designed, and join friends in dozens of four-player party games, from bumper cars to shooters. You can also walk around the park and chat and joke with all the guests to help them and make sure they are enjoying themselves.
Thrillville: Off the Rails | PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
Experience the fun of interacting with your own theme park in this sequel to Thrillville as originally released on PS2, featuring five new parks and 20 death-defying rides. You can further differentiate your rides with enhanced customization options, attaching animations, flowers and flaming hoops. But the new fun doesn’t stop there. Off the Rails features 34 playable mini-games, 15 all-new themed areas, more than 40 exciting rides, a new story linking more than 100 missions, and better social interaction with park guests than ever before. In-depth conversations advance the plot and suggest better ways to manage the garden. But can every guest be trusted?
Buzz Lightyear of Star Command | PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
Originally released on PS1, this action platformer stars the best space ranger ever – Buzz Lightyear of Star Command – as he tracks down a wide range of villains across multiple planets. Along the way, Buzz receives help from his friends in Star Command: Commander Nebula provides mission briefings, Booster and Mira, his teammates, add their firepower, while Buzz must save XR and the Little Green Men from deadly danger.
Get ready to dive into a new array of exciting games as PlayStation Plus has revealed its extra/deluxe games for the upcoming month of December. Subscribers can look forward to an impressive lineup of titles that are sure to keep them entertained for hours on end. Whether you’re a fan of action, adventure, or strategy games, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in this month’s lineup. So, let’s take a closer look at what’s in store for PlayStation Plus members in December!