10 Best Free RPGs On PlayStation Plus Right Now

Following a relatively dry February for RPGs, PlayStation Plus is making some bigger moves in March. This time, the monthly lineup of rotating games available to all subscription tiers includes a major RPG addition, while the Game Catalog is still bursting at the seams with memorable RPGs to play. Along with some staples that have been available on the service for months or years, a couple of new RPGs have become available to Extra and Premium subscribers this month.

Whether you’re looking for choice-heavy games or story-focused JRPGs, PlayStation Plus is a great example of how many RPGs have made their home on Sony’s systems. Take the typically lengthy runtimes into account, and you can easily keep yourself busy without even diving into other genres available on the service.

Monster Hunter Rise

Monster Hunter‘s had a big couple of months on PlayStation Plus, with the newest addition being the monthly availability of Monster Hunter Rise. This one will leave the service in early April, but until then, it can be accessed through every subscription tier.

As is standard for the Monster Hunter series, Monster Hunter Rise puts the emphasis on climactic fights with tough beasts. You won’t find a compelling story or choice-driven progression here, but there’s more than enough freedom to experiment with builds and explore new challenges to keep most players entertained.

Monster Hunter Rise isn’t quite as beginner-friendly as the more recent Monster Hunter Wilds, but it’s a more complete experience, so it could be more rewarding to get into. A faster pace of combat also helps to keep up a more consistent sense of momentum.

Monster Hunter Stories

The big PlayStation Plus RPG additions for February 2026 were Monster Hunter Stories and Monster Hunter Stories 2, both of which hold their own as heavy-hitting spin-offs. While the mainline Monster Hunter games feature plenty of complex RPG leveling and build mechanics, the general lack of compelling stories might not appeal to every RPG fan. Monster Hunter Stories is the perfect alternative, delivering much more traditional JRPG experiences.

Along with the compelling narratives that their names would suggest, the Monster Hunter Stories games provide turn-based, creature-collecting combat reminiscent of Pokémon. True to the Monster Hunter name, however, Stories ramps up the challenge toward the end. Either game will serve you well on PlayStation Plus, and largely distinct stories mean you can start with whichever one suits your fancy.

Undertale

Plenty of off-beat indie games have earned their status as cult classics, but it’s rare for one to be a genuine market sensation. Undertale is the perfect example of an unusual hit, picking up immediate traction upon its release in 2015 and quickly snowballing into a seemingly omnipresent cultural force.

If you haven’t played Undertale until now, the relatively short runtime for an RPG makes it a low-commitment PS Plus option. Quirky characters and a fun, rhythmic combat system will almost certainly hook you in, and once you’re along for the ride, the grander ideas of its story and themes should seal the deal.

Pathfinder: Wrath Of The Righteous

Baldur’s Gate 3 might not be on PlayStation Plus, but one of the best alternatives is. Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous shares many of Baldur’s Gate 3‘s strengths, with a rich fantasy world and a party of eclectically memorable characters. If you’re looking for complex storytelling and interesting choices, Wrath of the Righteous won’t disappoint.

There is, however, one thing to note: Wrath of the Righteous isn’t for the faint of heart. Expect encounters to be a good bit more challenging than the Baldur’s Gate 3 standard, especially if you don’t have any experience with the Pathfinder RPG system. If you’re up to the task, though, surviving the game’s trials is well-worth your time.

YS 8: Lacrimosa of Dana

If you’re not a JRPG acolyte, the Ys series can struggle to stand out. Without the brand power and massive budget of franchises like Final Fantasy, the Ys games look like relatively generic anime material on the tin. Ys 8, however, is the perfect example of just how much the franchise has to offer.

Boasting a great sense of exploration, dynamic action combat, fantastic music, and an engaging cast of characters, there’s little that Ys 8 doesn’t do right. It’s not quite one of the absolute JRPG essentials, but if you’re looking to expand after playing games like Final Fantasy 7 and Chrono Trigger, Ys 8 could still be high on the list.

Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth

The Yakuza/Like a Dragon games have always been RPGs in some form or another, and the recent Like a Dragon games starring Ichiban Kasuga commit fully to the genre. In lieu of the franchise’s classic beat-em-up action, both Yakuza: Like a Dragon and Infinite Wealth feature turn-based combat inspired by the protagonist’s love of the Dragon Quest series.

Unfortunately, only Infinite Wealth is available on PlayStation Plus, so you’ll have to jump into a story that already started in the previous game. I’d recommend playing Yakuza: Like a Dragon first if you get the opportunity, but if not, the vibrant sightseeing, memorable side quests, and robust mini-games of Infinite Wealth still shouldn’t be missed.

Final Fantasy 7 Remake

Final Fantasy 7 is one of the greatest RPGs of all time, and Final Fantasy 7 Remake does an admirable job of breathing new life into the first chapter of the story. Following a group of eco-terrorists fighting the megacorporation lording over a dystopian city, FF7R fleshes out characters that barely appeared in the original game to give them memorable arcs of their own.

The original version of Final Fantasy 7 Remake can be played on PS4, while the Intergrade both enhances the graphics and adds a PS5-exclusive DLC chapter. Just be warned: if the ending leaves you wanting more, you’ll have to fork over some cash, as the follow-up, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, isn’t available on PlayStation Plus.

Persona 5 Royal

The most exciting RPG addition for March is Persona 5 Royal, a defining JRPG available starting March 17. The original Persona 5 was already an iconic release, and Royal expands the whole affair with new characters, mechanics, story beats, and more.

Persona is famous for its mix of a social school life and dungeon-crawling battles, starting as a Shin Megami Tensei spin-off and growing into a massively popular franchise in its own right. Even if you don’t have much JRPG experience, Persona 5 Royal could be one of the best ways to get into the genre. It’s exceptionally stylish, from the sleek UI to the catchy soundtrack, making it easy to get sucked into an admittedly lengthy adventure.

The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim is one of the most famous RPGs ever made, and it’s not without good reason. Nearly 15 years after its release, most open-world games still struggle to offer comparable depth and variety. While it’s missing some of the best elements of previous Elder Scrolls games Morrowind and Oblivion, it makes up for the deficit with refinements to key gameplay pillars like combat.

Although you’ll have to pay to access Skyrim Anniversary Edition, the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog features Skyrim Special Edition, which is the next best thing. Skyrim‘s endless succession of re-releases has been the subject of many jokes over the years, but you can definitely appreciate the improvements to the graphics and performance while playing.

Bloodborne

It’s tough to talk about PlayStation RPGs without bringing up Bloodborne, and its PlayStation Plus availability seals the deal. As a common fan favorite among the illustrious catalog of FromSoftware games, Bloodborne delivers all the challenge of Dark Souls with a unique Gothic flair.

Bloodborne still hasn’t made its way to any other consoles, so the PlayStation 4 version available on PlayStation Plus remains the best, and only, way to play. If you can put up with an unfortunately inconsistent frame rate, the aggressive combat and rich atmosphere really are everything that they’re cracked up to be.