There's been a lot of talk about game prices lately. Rumors surrounding GTA 6's price sparked a furore, until the Nintendo Switch 2 officially put its foot down for future games. However, we shouldn't forget that it's also possible to play some great titles without spending a penny! Since Sony introduced game ratings on its consoles, they've become easier to spot. So, discover with us the best free-to-play games available on PS5!
The PS5 is full of (very) good free games
When you think of "free games," even more so on a console like the PS5, you might think of competitive shooters and other Battle Royale titles. Of course, there are a ton of them. However, if we rely on player ratings on the PS Store, we quickly see that the public is receptive to all kinds of experiences. From Destiny 2 to Astro's Playroom, including Fortnite and Genshin Impact, there is indeed something for everyone!
We could have mentioned Interaction Isn't Explicit or Kid A Mnesia Exhibition, also highly rated on the PlayStation Store. However, these are less games than experiences. While the former presents itself as a kind of shooter trial, the latter is an interactive exhibition led by the band Radiohead. However, you can still test them for free on PS5!
10. Destiny 2, the PS5's sure bet
It's been a long time, and we don't need to introduce it anymore! Indeed, Destiny 2 is one of the must-have multiplayer shooters. Developed by Bungie, it immerses us in a science-fiction universe where humanity fights for its survival against alien threats. As a Guardian, it's up to us to protect the Earth with our weapons and powers.
The strength of Destiny 2 lies in its solid FPS formula, combined with RPG elements. Thus, in addition to the clashes, the story missions and exploration offer a rich experience that is regularly expanded through various expansions. It's then up to you to decide whether you prefer to embark on cooperative raids or aim for PvP battles. One thing is certain, this is a free title worth checking out on PS5.
9. Predecessor, a free newcomer to the MOBA scene
Omeda Studios Limited celebrated the first anniversary of Predecessor last March. After a year, the MOBA from the English studio has gained a bit of popularity in the MOBA arena. In fact, it is renewed with a third-person system inspired by Paragon, whether you take part in battles between two teams.
Available for free on PS5, Xbox Series and PC, Predecessor already stands out with a visual identity mixing futuristic and fantasy elements. Playing in third person also reshuffles the cards of the traditional MOBA in top-down view. At the same time, find typical roles to coordinate as a team and achieve victory.
8. Fortnite, the Battle Royale is still free
It's still one of the most popular free-to-play games on PS5! Fortnite, Epic Games' Battle Royale, continues to bring together millions of players from around the world. Alone or in a team, let yourself be parachuted onto an island where 98 other people want your skin. The goal? Be the last survivor standing! And that's just one of the many modes in this game that has become a veritable hub of experiences.
Fortnite has also quickly made its mark by offering all kinds of collaborations. For example, you can get skins featuring iconic figures from the world of video games, like Lara Croft or Kratos, but also from anime, like Dragon Ball. Even cinema is represented with Indiana Jones or, at the moment, the Star Wars universe!
7. Wuthering Waves, an apocalyptic wind on PS5
Free games in 2024 are definitely popular on PS5! After a strong start on PC, Wuthering Waves arrived at Sony in early 2025 and immediately won over the public with its rather original post-apocalyptic universe. Repair your memory and change the course of the world by fighting against the Lament.
Wuthering Waves also impresses with its dynamic real-time combat system. Dodge at the right time and chain together combos to defeat your opponents. At the same time, a whole world awaits you to explore, with some wonderful encounters to look forward to. So, if you haven't had the chance to discover it, it's currently one of the favorite free-to-play games among PS5 players.
6. Warframe, the one that has long proven itself on PS5
Available on PS4 and PS5, among others, Warframe has established itself as one of the most reliable free-to-play games over the years. You play as a Tenno, a warrior freshly awakened from a long sleep. Then, you'll face massive battles in the heart of a solar system where factions are waging war on all sides.
Combining close combat and modern technology, Warframe offers particularly fast-paced gameplay. Armor, which gives the game its name, is a key element of combat strategy. It's all about optimizing it to develop your abilities and successfully complete your missions in solo or multiplayer.
5. Marvel Rivals, the new free must-have
At first, we had some doubts when the project was revealed. Let's just say that more or less shaky superhero games have come one after the other in recent years. But, once we got our hands on it, it won us over! Marvel Rivals is THE explosive revelation of 2024 in terms of competitive multiplayer gaming (free, no less!)/
It has a great air of Overwatchh and when we know that the second in the saga had more trouble establishing itself, we can say that Marvel Rivals is a worthy successor. Play as cult heroes from Marvel, like Wolverine, the Scarlet Witch, or even the Hulk, for strategic 6v6 clashes. Finally, the synergy between you and your teammates is the key to winning. So, go ahead and try it on PS5, or even PC and Xbox Series X|S.
4. Zenless Zone Zero, miHoYo's latest release
When we say that 2024 was a great year for good free games on PS5 and the like, we're not kidding. Zenless Zone Zero is another example. The futuristic world imagined by HoYoverse transports us to fight in style against the Hollows and save humanity.
With an emphasis on action and dynamic combat, this new creation from the creators of Genshin Impact has found its own identity. The urban electro atmosphere will convince an audience perhaps more reluctant to fantasy, especially thanks to a desire for exploration that grabs you right away.
3. Genshin Impact, still free and still as popular
You had to suspect it! The gatcha phenomenon Genshin Impact appears in the top three free-to-play games on the PS5. Rated 4.37 / 5 with more than 390 thousand votes, we can therefore not deny the success of the title from miHoYo and HoYoverse. So, don't hesitate any longer: dive into its fantasy world where magic reigns supreme to complete great quests.
Betting on the synergy of elements specific to the characters making up your team, Genshin Impact obviously encourages you to try to have the most solid and complementary personalities. The adventure can also be experienced solo as well as in multiplayer and can continue from one platform to another. With the release of version 5.6, now is the time to get started, whether you're on PS5, Xbox, PC, or mobile.
2. Honkai Star Rail, the free interstellar adventure on PS5
HoYoverse and miHoYo like to try their hand at very different universes. In fact, alongside fantasy worlds or more modern and urban ones, Honkai Star Rail is a bit of a crossroads of genres. Here too, magic is in the spotlight, but for a science fiction adventure through space.
Here, no real-time combat but turn-based. Strategy is therefore even more important! Explore the planets you come across and take advantage of your characters' specific abilities. It's up to you to uncover the anomalies that have suddenly appeared in Honkai Star Rail, the second best free game on the PS5 according to the public.
1. Astro's Playroom, the undisputed king of the PS5
Who said tech demos had to be bland and boring? Not Team Asobi. Quite the opposite! The team that had already explored VR with Astro Bot Rescue Mission has made discovering the PS5 super fun and refreshing with Astro's Playroom, a gem par excellence.
Installed directly and free of charge on your console, this little platformer immediately captivates with its colorful, hyper-referenced universe and delicious gameplay that served as the basis for the GOTY Astro Bot. In the shoes of the robot Astro, explore the subtleties of the DualSense controller. More than that, it's an adventure in the history of PlayStation that awaits you!
Source: PS Store.
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