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PlayStation plus Expands library with Soulcalibur III and More
Sony Interactive Entertainment announced a wave of ten new games coming to PlayStation Plus in November 2023, bolstering its Extra and Premium tiers. The lineup includes the long-awaited arrival of Soulcalibur III, a fighting game originally released for the PlayStation 2, alongside a diverse selection of titles spanning various genres. The declaration, made on November 1, 2023, aims to enhance the value proposition of the subscription service as competition in the gaming market intensifies.
Featured Titles and Subscription Tiers
Soulcalibur III, released on November 4, 2005, for the PlayStation 2 , is a key addition, available exclusively to PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers. The game was praised for its deep single-player campaign, engaging narrative, and extensive roster of characters. Other titles, including Grand Theft Auto III, Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, Disco Elysium - The Final Cut, and Tunic, are accessible to both extra and Premium subscribers. the full list of games includes:
- Soulcalibur III (Premium)
- Grand theft Auto III (Extra/Premium)
- Grand Theft Auto: Vice City (Extra/Premium)
- grand Theft Auto: San Andreas (Extra/Premium)
- Disco Elysium - The final cut (Extra/Premium)
- Tunic (Extra/Premium)
- Aliens: Fireteam Elite (Extra/Premium)
- GigaBash (Extra/Premium)
- Hot Wheels Unleashed – Unleashed 1 & 2 Bundle (Extra/Premium)
- Puzzle Bobble 3 (Extra/Premium)
PlayStation Plus Subscription Breakdown
PlayStation Plus offers three tiers of subscription, each with varying benefits and price points. As of November 2023, the pricing is as follows:
| Tier | Price (monthly) | Price (Yearly) | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | $7.99 | $79.99 | online multiplayer, monthly games, exclusive discounts. |
| Extra | $13.99 | $134.99 | All Essential benefits, plus access to a catalog of downloadable PS4 and PS5 games. |
| Premium | $17.99 | $159.99 | All Extra benefits,plus classic games,game trials,and cloud streaming. |
the addition of Soulcalibur III specifically targets Premium subscribers, highlighting the value of the highest tier for fans of classic PlayStation titles. The availability of the Grand Theft Auto trilogy on both Extra and Premium tiers is expected to attract a wider audience.
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