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December’s PlayStation Plus Essential line-up available now

Each month, Sony typically offers a selection of three titles as part of the company’s core PlayStation Plus Essential subscription tier. In the spirit of the impending new year, December’s line-up includes 5 games in total – all of which are available to claim now.

From now until the 5th of January 2026, all those with a PlayStation Plus subscription of any kind will be able to get their hands on 5 quite different experiences:

  • LEGO Horizon Adventures [PS5]
  • Neon White [PS5 | PS4]
  • The Outlast Trials [PS5 | PS4]
  • Killing Floor III [PS5]
  • Synduality Echo of Ada [PS5]

While PlayStation Plus’ offerings can vary quite drastically in quality from month-to-month, December’s line-up includes both quality and quantity.

LEGO Horizon Adventures offers a fun and visually pleasing co-op experience which arrives just in time for the holiday season. Though far from the most mind-blowing experience, the game can make for a good time, especially in multiplayer.

Neon White meanwhile is a fast-paced first-person puzzle shooter (similar to the likes of Ghostrunner) in which you must complete challenge levels as quickly and efficiently as possible, all the while picking up various ability cards to aid with the challenges.

Killing Floor III is the long-awaited sequel to the much-loved zombie slaying horde shooter. Though the 3rd entry has failed to meet fan expectations due to deviating from the formula, the team at Tripwire have been and continue to improve the overall experience through updates. Still, as a ‘free’ offering, Killing Floor III is worth giving a go.

In case you missed it, Sony announced back in January that 2025 would be the final year in which PS4 games are being given away through PS Plus. While we may still get cross-generations titles (such as Neon White or The Outlast Trials), expect the type of offerings being shared to change slightly from next month.

KitGuru says: What do you think of December’s offerings? How was PS Plus in 2025 overall? Let us know down below.

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