PlayStation Plus games for June 2021

STAR WARS: Squadrons

Have you always wanted to immerse yourself in the intergalactic dispute more widely known as Star Wars? Great! In STAR WARS: Squadrons you’ll  experience first-hand (or, first-controller) what it's like to be a real elite pilot for The New Republic or… for The Empire. The timeline of this game is set after the events of Return of the Jedi and highlights the perspective of both sides. Soon you’ll find yourself as one of the ‘stars’, starring, in the Star Wars. Yes. What a time to be alive.

Take a pick and then take your seat in a starfighter from either the Imperial Fleet or the New Republic.Eexperience what it's like to finally pilot an X-wing or TIE Fighter. And no, ofcourse it doesn't stop there. It’s your ship, so you get to change the appearance and equipment of your ship to your own liking. Protect the galaxy in a challenging solo campaign or join the whirlwind multiplayer function. This game can even be played fully immersive as a VR variant! If that isn’t ‘To the galaxy and beyond’ then we don’t know what is.

Virtua Fighter 5: Ultimate Showdown

Don't miss this legendary fighting series! Virtua Fighter 5 - Ultimate Showdown features only the best martial artists in the world. Challenge each other to ultimate fighting-action! This game is a sublime remaster of the classic 3D fighting game, upgraded to the teeth with razor-sharp HD visuals and enhanced with a couple of new online features. Of course without compromising on the violent, bone-crushing fighting skills you are used to in Virtua Fighter.

Besides the fact that you can enjoy the more familiar, classic VF game modes such as Arcade or Rank Match, this edition also gives you the opportunity to set up a completely custom online tournament with (up to 16!) friends in the new Spectator Mode. . Train yourself to the top and become the very best fighter, so you can defeat all your opponents in the Fifth World Fighting Tournament!

Operation: Tango (PS5 Exclusive)

Make sure you've roped in your bestie, and pick your most reliable buddy to embark on this spionage-adventure in Operation: Tango. Packed with challenging missions, this game is set in the cutting-edge near-future. Decide which of you is the best agent or hacker and investigate, with the goal of saving the world from terrible destruction as an extra incentive.

For the gameplay it’s a requirement that both you and your pal have a working microphone. Because the assignments you have to perform are largely voice controlled. Good communication is literally and figuratively the key that will open the doors to victory. Make sure you take a sip of water to keep those vocal cords lubricated while embarking on this spy-and-puzzle adventure together!

Multiplayer-games in the spotlights

You can play the following multiplayers together with the rest of the PS Plus community:

MLB The Show 21
Swing your baseball game to the next level in this fast-paced, lifelike baseball experience. But without the sweating and spitting and God forbid: running. Let's call this a stay-at-home run!

Hood: Outlaws & Legends
Recruit your very own gang of thugs to experience this unique Robin Hood adventure. Plan ruthless raids on the rich and give back to the poor and oppressed citizens. If only all bandits were this righteous!

Knockout City
Round up your friends for an effective game of online dodgeball. No more direct hits in the face during P.E. class, although this game might be even more brutal than your high-school traumas. The expression 'be the ball' has never been more accurate. But is your aim accurate enough, too?

Outriders
If you think this is just another space adventure, think again! In Outriders, your enemy is the entire planet, on which you must survive with a huge arsenal of the most bizarre weapons and equipment imaginable. Let us prepare you a bit: you are not exactly welcome on that planet. That might even be an understatement. Expect a thrilling storyline in this cool sci-fi shooter!

And last but not least, don't forget the Days of Play 2021 deals either. It promises to be another great month!