Originally launched as a free service to rival Xbox Live in 2010, PlayStation Plus has significantly evolved since its inception. The current version of PlayStation Plus is a subscription-based service essential for PS5 and PS4 users, mandatory for online play, and offers additional tiers with benefits such as a catalog of downloadable games, cloud streaming, and more.
While Sony previously provided free trials for new users, **PlayStation Plus currently does not offer any free trials**.
Although PlayStation Plus doesn't offer free trials to everyone, certain countries or regions may occasionally have access to limited-time free trials, as noted on Sony's website. Unfortunately, Sony keeps the details on *who* can access these trials and *when* they are available under wraps, so you'll need to stay alert. PlayStation also hosts free multiplayer events from time to time, allowing play without a PS Plus subscription, though these events are often unpredictable.
PlayStation occasionally offers deals on PlayStation Plus subscriptions, but these are typically **only available for new or expired members**. It would be great if Sony could extend these offers to existing subscribers as well!
There isn't a direct replacement for PS Plus, which is required for online play on PS5 and PS4, but there are several alternatives that offer free or nearly free trials, providing access to a catalog of games for streaming. These alternatives, however, typically require a different console, a PC, or a mobile device.
14 Days For $1
**Microsoft PC Game Pass** - See it at Xbox. This service offers access to hundreds of games, including Xbox Game Studios titles on day one, and includes an EA Play subscription along with Riot Games benefits.
7 Days Free
**Nintendo Switch Online** - See it at Nintendo. This subscription includes dozens of NES, SNES, and Game Boy games, the Nintendo Music app, access to discount game vouchers, retro game controllers, and limited-time games.
7 Days Free
**Amazon Luna+** - See it at Amazon. This service provides access to a catalog of over 100 games, playable up to 1080p/60fps, and is available on PC, Mac, and mobile devices.
1 Month Free
**Apple Arcade** - See it at Apple. This service offers access to a growing library of over 200 ad-free games, available across all your Apple devices (iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro), and can be shared with up to five family members.
Other services like Ubisoft+ and EA Play offer publisher-specific catalogs of games to stream, but they do not currently provide any free trials.
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