Sony confirmed the new wave of free titles that will arrive in the catalog of its subscription service from August 4th. Players will have until the 31st of the same month to redeem important works, led by the definitive version of the acclaimed Dying Light 2 Stay Human. The monthly package also includes the collaborative experience of Big Walk and the oppressive atmosphere of the acclaimed Signalis, guaranteeing diverse options ranging from psychological horror to relaxed exploration.
Check out below an in-depth look at the mechanics, plot and studios behind each of the productions made available to platform users in this update.
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Survival and parkour mark the arrival of the definitive edition of Dying Light 2 on consoles
Developed by Techland, the first-person action title places the player in the center of a metropolis devastated by a zombie pandemic. The narrative follows the journey of Aiden Caldwell, a skilled protagonist who tries to unravel his own past while dealing with political tensions between surviving human factions. This specific version, known as the Reloaded Edition, brings a big difference by including all previous updates, such as the long-awaited introduction of firearms and the Bloody Ties expansion. In addition to the solo campaign, the work shines in its multiplayer mode, allowing squads of up to four participants to join forces to face the hordes of infected and shape the future of the city with their joint decisions.
Dynamics of communication and joint exploration gain prominence with Big Walk
Created by the House House studio, the same one responsible for the sales phenomenon Untitled Goose Game, this project focuses on an approach completely focused on social interaction. Participants are thrown into an open map full of mysteries, where solving puzzles requires fine coordination between group members. When voice communication is not enough, the system offers creative tools so that avatars can express themselves and advance through the natural obstacles of the scenario. The proposal deviates from the traditional frenetic pace of the industry, encouraging strategic pauses so that friends can simply admire the virtual landscape or play with the physical elements spread across the map.
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Retro atmosphere and cosmic mysteries define the harrowing experience of Signalis
Heavily inspired by classics from the first PlayStation era, such as Resident Evil and Silent Hill, this project from independent studio rose-engine delivers a true love letter to survival horror. The plot follows Elster, an android who wakes up in an abandoned government facility and has to search dark corridors in search of her missing partner. With an art direction focused on old technological aesthetics and isometric vision, gameplay requires strict management of resources and ammunition. The complex puzzles and fragmented narrative build a climate of cosmic horror that holds your attention from the beginning to the end of the journey.
Exclusive Marvel cosmetic items complete the month’s rewards for subscribers
To complement the game library, the company has prepared a bonus focused on profile customization, which will be released on August 6th. This is a set of digital items based on the universe of MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls, ideal for comic book enthusiasts. The package provides specific benefits for fans of the brand, divided into the following categories:
- Five brand new display avatars, highlighting iconic heroes and villains such as Spider-Man, Storm, Captain America, Ghost Rider and Doctor Doom.
- Twenty exclusive victory poses for the results screen, featuring charismatic figures such as Star-Lord, Peni Parker and Ms. Marvel.
Retrieving this additional content requires manual action by the user directly in the console’s virtual store or via the internet browser. After confirming the purchase in the tab dedicated to subscription benefits, the download will automatically start in the system. Profile images can be immediately applied in the account settings of any current generation of branded hardware. Game ending animations require that the base title be properly installed on the new generation machine, allowing players to showcase their achievements in style during online combat.