Get ready for a spooky October, gamers! PlayStation is dropping a killer lineup of Halloween-themed titles for the PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue. From psychological thrillers to full-blown slasher horror, there’s something to get everyone’s heart racing. Let’s dive into the terrifying treats coming this month.
PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe | Game Catalogue
Silent Hill 2 | PS5
Return to the fog-shrouded town of Silent Hill in this stunning remake of the 2001 psychological horror classic. Playing as James Sunderland, you’ll explore the deserted town, brought to life with chilling new visuals and sound design. Face off against twisted monsters, the terrifying Pyramid Head, and James’s own inner demons. The ultimate question remains: why did he really come back to Silent Hill?
*Silent Hill 2 is set to release in Australia on Tuesday, 21 October.
Until Dawn | PS5
Your choices decide who lives and who dies in this definitive PS5 edition of the iconic slasher horror. When eight friends return to a remote mountain lodge a year after two of their group disappeared, their getaway quickly turns into a fight for survival. Rebuilt from the ground up, this is one horror night you don’t want to miss.
*Until Dawn will be available in Australia on Tuesday, 21 October.
V Rising | PS5
Awaken as a weakened vampire after centuries of slumber in this thrilling survival action RPG. You’ll need to hunt for blood, hide from the searing sun, and rebuild your castle to create your own vampire empire. Go it alone, team up in co-op, or battle other players online in a world of mythical beasts and betrayal.
*V Rising hits Australian consoles on Tuesday, 15 October.
Poppy Playtime: Chapter 1 | PS5, PS4
Years after everyone inside the Playtime Co. toy factory vanished, you return to uncover the truth. In this first chapter of the viral horror-puzzle adventure, you’ll need your GrabPack and your wits to solve puzzles and escape the vengeful toys stalking the abandoned factory. Just don’t get caught.
*Poppy Playtime: Chapter 1 arrives in Australia on Tuesday, 15 October.
As Dusk Falls | PS5, PS4
If you prefer suspense over scares, this gripping crime drama is for you. From the lead designer of Heavy Rain, the story kicks off with a robbery-gone-wrong in 1998 and follows the tangled lives of two families over decades. Your choices shape the characters’ fates, making every playthrough a unique cinematic experience.
*As Dusk Falls releases in Australia on Tuesday, 28 October.
Wizard with a Gun | PS5
Grab a friend (or three) for this online sandbox survival game set in a magical wilderness. Journey through a world of dangerous creatures and arcane mysteries as you collect, craft, and customise your wizard. You’ll design your own enchanted ammo, build up your tower, and try to survive as your own magic threatens to spiral out of control.
*Wizard with a Gun is coming to Australia on Tuesday, 28 October.
And if horror isn’t your vibe…
Yakuza: Like a Dragon | PS5, PS4
Join Ichiban Kasuga on a quest for the truth in this over-the-top RPG. After serving 18 years for a crime he didn’t commit, he finds his clan destroyed. Team up with a ragtag crew of misfits and use the city as your weapon in dynamic, turn-based combat.
*Yakuza: Like a Dragon will be available in Australia on Tuesday, 21 October.
PlayStation Plus Deluxe Classic
Tekken 3 | PS5, PS4
The king of fighters is back! Relive the classic PS1 brawler Tekken 3, now enhanced with up-rendering, rewind, and quick save features. Heihachi has organised The King of Iron Fist Tournament 3 to lure out a mysterious being responsible for the disappearance of fighters. It’s time to get ready for the next battle!
*Tekken 3 is releasing in Australia on Tuesday, 21 October.
*Heads up: The PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue and Deluxe lineups can vary by region. Be sure to check the Australian PlayStation Store on release day for the final list.
