As part of major changes to Apple’s App Store policies to comply with EU regulations, the company has also announced that game streaming apps are now to be accepted on the App Store for the first time. This opens the door for Xbox Game Pass, GeForce Now, PlayStation Plus, Amazon Luna and other game streaming subscriptions to have dedicated apps on iPhone and iPad – they were previously only accessible via built-in web browsers.
PS Plus Free Game for February 2024 Revealed Early
16.01.2024 - 18:47 / gamerant.com / Playstation Plus / Joshua Duckworth / Sony
Sony typically reveals its PS Plus free games, or Essential tier additions, on the last Wednesday before the first Tuesday of a month, but it's decided to reveal Foamstars as the headlining title for February 6. The rationale behind this early reveal likely has to do with the fact that Foamstars, which is being published by Square Enix, did not have a previously announced release date; in other words, it's launching day one on the PS Plus service.
Many may recall when Foamstars was first revealed in May 2023. Its reveal trailer showed off several of the Foamstars characters rocking stylized, but modern streetwear in a city brought to life by neon lights. The trailer also pays special attention to the weapons they wield, how they manipulate foam, and how combat works. Ultimately, Foamstars looks like a game that pairs Overwatch with Splatoon.
In some ways, this is reflected in Foamstars' game modes too. Two (Smash the Star and Happy Bath Survival) were available during the beta, but the launch is bringing with it a third game mode: Rubber Duck Party. Smash the Star sees teams trying to defeat each other's «Star Player,» while Happy Bath Survival splits each team in half — one-half is located within the arena, the other outside it. Those inside must fight, while those outside must assist. The new game mode, Rubber Duck Party, is about reaching, controlling, defending, and escorting a giant duck. Other worthwhile mentions include a mission mode, which can be played solo; a variety of challenges and designations thereof, from anytime to weekly; and it has plenty of seasonal content lined up, alongside seasonal Passes.
Foamstars will have a Season Pass available at launch, which will add the character Mel T to the game as a reward. In addition to this seasonal content, more characters, maps, and modes will be added to Foamstars throughout 2024. Overall, for fans of co-op shooters like Splatoon, Foamstars could be it, and PS Plus has done well to snag it for February. Day one games aren't «common» on PS Plus, but at least it brings attention to games that fans otherwise might miss.
Fans probably shouldn't expect Sony to confirm what the other two PS Plus free games for February are, however, until January 31. They will be added, alongside Foamstars, on February 6. Meanwhile, new PS Plus Extra and Premium games for January 2024 can be claimed as of this writing.
PS Plus subscribers get a handful of games every month.
Source: PlayStation Blog
The website gametalkz.com is an aggregator of news from open sources. The source is indicated at the beginning and at the end of the announcement. You can send a complaint on the news if you find it unreliable.
Top Authors
Popular Topics
gamerant.com
25.01.2024 / 16:47
Epic Games Store Free Game for February 1 Revealed
The Epic Games Store free game for the week of February 1 to February 8 is Doors: Paradox. Every Thursday, Epic Games Store users are given a new free game and are clued in on what to expect from the following week.
blog.playstation.com
22.01.2024 / 16:03
7 fun local multiplayer games available with PlayStation Plus
You ever get one of those awkward phone calls from your cousin that he and his family are in town and want to drop in for an unexpected house visit? Or your buddy texts you about arguing with their roommate, and they need to come over and cool down. Or, perhaps, the most dread-inducing — your coworker’s kid-sitter canceled, and they need an emergency backup. Suddenly, you’ve got guests over, and you need to keep them entertained for a while. Fortunately for you, you’ve got a PlayStation Plus membership and extra controllers, which means one thing: it’s local multiplayer time.
gamerant.com
20.01.2024 / 15:53
PS Plus is Losing 10 Games in February 2024
Members in the Extra and Premium tiers of PlayStation Plus will lose access to 10 games in February 2024. PS Plus Extra subscribers can play a number of different games as a part of their subscription service, with Premium users getting some additional benefits on top.
gameranx.com
19.01.2024 / 16:09
10 Games Are Leaving PlayStation Plus Game Catalog
The PlayStation Plus subscription service is pretty much a must-have for the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 platforms. However, three tiers are available for PlayStation Plus, so if you’re on the most basic tier, you’re missing out on access to the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog. This feature is reserved for those who subscribe to PlayStation Plus Extra or Premium. With it, you’ll gain access to a wide assortment of video game titles to enjoy. However, while the game service does provide players a means to enjoy a new collection of games added into the mix monthly, there is a collection of titles that end up getting tossed out.
gamesindustry.biz
19.01.2024 / 11:17
Not everyone bows to the inevitability of subscription models | Opinion
Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox
gamerant.com
18.01.2024 / 19:43
Baldur's Gate 3 Dev Has Bad News for PS Plus, Xbox Game Pass Subscribers
Based on a recent series of tweets from Larian Studios CEO Swen Vincke, it doesn't sound like Baldur's Gate 3 will be coming to any subscription service like PS Plus or Xbox Game Pass anytime soon. Vincke's discussion comes shortly after discourse surrounding a Ubisoft CEO saying fans should get used to not owning their games was shared in many online circles; in short, it seems Vincke wholeheartedly disagrees.
videogameschronicle.com
17.01.2024 / 15:47
Larian boss says the studio’s games won’t come to subscription services
Larian Studios CEO Swen Vincke has said the company won’t be putting any of its games on subscription services.
videogameschronicle.com
16.01.2024 / 19:12
January’s PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue and Classics titles have been released
January’s PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue and Classics titles are now available.
gamerant.com
16.01.2024 / 18:45
PS Plus Extra and Premium Add 14 New Games Today
PS Plus Extra and Premium subscribers can claim 14 games today, 9 of which are available via PS Plus Extra and 5 of which are available via PS Plus Premium. These games also join the superb PS Plus free games for January 2024, which include A Plague Tale: Requiem, Evil West, and Nobody Saves the World.
techradar.com
16.01.2024 / 17:53
Party shooter Foamstars is set to launch in February and will be free for PS Plus subscribers
In some pretty major news for the foam fandom, developer and publisher Square Enix has announced a release date for the upcoming frothy 4v4 party shooter Foamstars.
gamingbolt.com
16.01.2024 / 14:49
Foamstars Launches on February 6th, Also Available Day One on PlayStation Plus
Square Enix has announced that its 4v4 online party shooter Foamstars will release on February 6th for PS4 and PS5. A new trailer is available, showcasing the gameplay and confirming three modes – Smash the Star, Happy Bath Survival and a new addition, Rubber Duck Party. Check it out below.