Unleashing Unprecedented Gaming Paradise: PS Plus Extra Games for October 2023 Take the Essential Tier to New Heights

A significant portion of the PS Plus Extra games for October 2023 are horror titles, horror-adjacent titles, or Halloween-oriented titles that are excellent choices for the current "spooky season." It's refreshing to see Sony heavily prioritize this aspect of the industry, as many gaming services tend to be indifferent to seasons or holidays. The PS Plus Extra selection is actually building upon the initial set of games given away this month.

The PS Plus free games for October 2023 consist of The Callisto Protocol, a horror game; Farming Simulator 22, which is associated with the autumn harvest; and Weird West, which centers around the supernatural, a prominent theme during Halloween. While not every single PS Plus Extra game this month is directly connected to the season, it is understandable considering that fans receive 11 games on PS Plus Extra and 4 on PS Plus Premium (Ape Escape Academy, IQ Final, Soulcalibur: Broken Destiny, and Tekken 6).

PS Plus Extra Games: Horror or Halloween/Horror-Adjacent

The PS Plus Extra games offer a diverse selection that caters to different preferences. For those seeking a thrilling survival horror experience, Alien: Isolation is highly regarded. However, for those who prefer a milder horror experience, Dead Island: Definitive Edition is a great choice. Players can vent their frustrations against hordes of zombies, a quintessential element of Halloween horror. Gotham Knights also taps into the Halloween spirit with its popularity among superhero costumes. If players crave a truly terrifying experience, Outlast 2 takes them on a harrowing investigation in Temple Gate. Lastly, The Dark Pictures Anthology: House of Ashes immerses players in a Mesopotamian temple, giving them control over the characters and their choices.

Dead Island: Definitive Edition - PS4

Disco Elysium - PS4/PS5

Eldest Souls - PS4/PS5

Elite Dangerous - PS4

FAR: Changing Tides - PS4/PS5

Gotham Knights - PS5

Gungrave GORE - PS4/PS5

Outlast 2 - PS4

Roki - PS4/PS5

The Dark Pictures Anthology: House of Ashes - PS4/PS5

5 out of the 11 games on the PS Plus Extra list have a strong connection to the "spooky season," which is quite significant. However, it's worth noting that this connection can be expanded further. While Roki, an indie adventure game, may not be directly associated with the spooky season, it still has standout moments with mysteries and monsters that align with Halloween's themes. Similarly, Gungrave GORE, despite being an action game, fits perfectly with the Halloween aesthetic. These loose connections demonstrate that Halloween and horror were taken into serious consideration during the game selection process.

Overall, this month is exceptionally strong for PS Plus Essential, Extra, and Premium. Even when not specifically focused on Halloween, PS Plus manages to select incredibly compelling games that complement its theme. With a few months still remaining in the year, it seems like October could easily be considered one of the best months for PS Plus this year.

PS Plus subscribers get a handful of games every month.