Sony has revealed the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for October 2026, and this month’s lineup brings three very different experiences to PS5 and PS4 players.
The October lineup includes F1 25, Hunt: Showdown 1896, and Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2. All three games will be available to PlayStation Plus members from October 6 through November 2, 2026.
Here’s everything you need to know about the October 2026 PS Plus games, including their platforms and when you can claim them.
PlayStation Plus October 2026 Games
| Game | Platform | Available |
|---|---|---|
| F1 25 | PS5 | October 6 |
| Hunt: Showdown 1896 | PS5 | October 6 |
| Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2 | PS5, PS4 | October 6 |
Unlike some recent months, October’s lineup is entirely focused on three games. The selection covers racing, competitive extraction shooting, and chaotic co-op action.
F1 25
Platform: PS5
F1 25 is the biggest name in October’s lineup and gives PS5 owners a chance to jump into Codemasters’ official Formula 1 game.
The game includes single-player modes such as Career and My Team 2.0, allowing players to manage their own Formula 1 team while competing on the track.
F1 25 also includes online multiplayer, including an F1 World mode where players can race together as a squad against AI drivers.
For racing fans, this is also a useful way to get into the series without buying the game separately.
Hunt: Showdown 1896
Platform: PS5
If racing isn’t your thing, Hunt: Showdown 1896 takes October’s PS Plus lineup in a completely different direction.
The PS5 extraction shooter mixes PvE enemies with PvP combat. Players hunt dangerous monsters, take down bosses, collect bounties, and then try to escape while other Hunters are looking for the same rewards.
You can play alone or team up with up to two other players. However, dying can cost you your Hunter and the progress tied to that character, making every match a high-risk run.
Sony is also adding a Hunt: Showdown 1896 Starter Pack as part of its October HorrorFest promotion. The pack becomes available to PlayStation Plus members on October 6.
Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2
Platforms: PS5 and PS4
The third game is Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2, a colorful spin-off from the long-running Earth Defense Force series.
Instead of the series’ usual presentation, World Brothers 2 uses a voxel-inspired visual style while keeping the giant enemy battles that EDF fans know.
Players can build teams using characters from different parts of the Earth Defense Force series. You can choose four teammates, customize your setup, and fight waves of enemies.
The game also supports four-player online co-op and two-player local split-screen, making it the most multiplayer-focused game in October’s lineup.
When Can You Claim the October 2026 PS Plus Games?
The October PlayStation Plus Monthly Games will be available starting Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
Players will have until Monday, November 2 to add the games to their PlayStation Plus library.
Once claimed, the games remain available to play as long as you maintain an active PlayStation Plus membership.
Sony notes that the Monthly Games lineup can vary by region, so players should check their local PlayStation Store when the games go live.
Don’t Forget September’s PlayStation Plus Games
Before October’s games arrive, there’s still time to claim the September lineup.
Sniper Elite: Resistance, MLB The Show 26, Wobbly Life, and Chained Echoes remain available until October 5.
That means October 5 is the important cutoff date for anyone who has not added September’s games to their library yet.
If you’re a PlayStation Plus subscriber, it’s worth claiming them before the October lineup replaces them.
More PlayStation Plus Content Is Coming in October
The three Monthly Games aren’t the only PlayStation Plus benefits arriving in October.
Sony is also celebrating the spooky season with PlayStation Plus HorrorFest packs. The announced extras include a Call of Duty: Warzone Horror Bundle, a Hunt: Showdown 1896 Starter Pack, and an Overwatch 2 themed pack.
The Call of Duty: Warzone bundle becomes available October 1, while the Hunt pack arrives October 6 and the Overwatch 2 pack follows on October 7.
Sony says additional HorrorFest surprises will arrive during October.
What About PS Plus Extra and Premium?
It’s important to separate the Monthly Games from the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog.
The three October titles listed above are the Monthly Games available to PlayStation Plus members. Extra and Premium subscribers also have access to the Game Catalog, which receives a separate lineup of games.
Sony has not announced the full October Game Catalog lineup alongside these Monthly Games, so players should not confuse the two selections.
How to Add the Games to Your Library
Once the October games go live, you can claim them through the PlayStation Store or directly from the PlayStation Plus section on your console.
On PS5, go to the PlayStation Plus section, open the Monthly Games area, select a game, and choose the download option.
You can also use the PlayStation App or PlayStation Store through a web browser to add games remotely.
After adding a Monthly Game to your library, you’ll need an active PlayStation Plus membership to continue playing it.
PlayStation Plus October 2026 Lineup: The Full List
Here is the complete October lineup again:
- F1 25 | PS5
- Hunt: Showdown 1896 | PS5
- Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2 | PS5, PS4
All three games become available on October 6 and remain claimable until November 2.
The lineup gives subscribers three different types of games to try, from Formula 1 racing to extraction-based multiplayer and four-player co-op action.
Conclusion
The PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for October 2026 are now confirmed, with F1 25, Hunt: Showdown 1896, and Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2 joining the service on October 6.
Don’t forget that September’s four games leave the Monthly Games lineup on October 5. If you haven’t claimed them yet, you have one last chance before the October selection arrives.
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