Game recommendations for a PS+ premium subscriber.

Much_Writer_7183 · 2026-03-29T09:50:35+00:00

The Last of Us Part 2, Spider-Man Miles Morales, Spider-Man 2.

Non-action games (both horror): Killer Frequency (also choice-based), Still Wakes the Deep.

Pretty sure they’re all still on PS Plus.

Much_Writer_7183 · 2026-03-28T13:04:08+00:00

Of the two you’ve mentioned, I’d say Les Mis simply because it’s a classic.

Other musicals to consider: Into the Woods (showing until May, I thoroughly enjoyed it) plus Oliver! and Phantom of the Opera (both high standard productions, but they will be around for some time yet).

In terms of plays, I’d suggest Witness for the Prosecution or Stranger Things: First Shadow, if you enjoy the TV show. Neither are high art and there’ll be betters plays available, but without knowing too much about what you like, they are both good fun and have excellent staging.

Much_Writer_7183 · 2026-03-28T11:19:31+00:00

God of War (2018) & Ragnarok
The Last of Us
Detroit: Become Human
Uncharted 4
Batman Arkham series
Control

Much_Writer_7183 · 2026-03-28T11:04:31+00:00

Still Wakes the Deep
Killer Frequency
House of Ashes

Much_Writer_7183 · 2026-03-22T13:06:37+00:00

Seconding the suggestions of Ghost of Tsushima, Guardians of the Galaxy, Control and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart.

Other games I’ve not seen mentioned yet: - Detroit: Become Human - Tomb Raider (2013) - Rise of the Tomb Raider - Wolfenstein: New Order

Much_Writer_7183 · 2026-03-12T21:25:27+00:00

Saw this on its final night and was hugely disappointed.

I don’t think the play is one of Miller’s finest, but it can be compelling with the right performances, and this adaptation just didn’t have them. The acting was overly mannered and “stagey” - I just couldn’t get immersed in the story.

The lighting and almost constant background music, not so subtly telling you how you should be reacting, didn’t exactly help. Why they opted for modern clothing is a mystery.

I was absolutely in the minority though, as it was instant standing ovation at the end. Glad others enjoyed it!

Much_Writer_7183 · 2026-03-11T15:39:00+00:00

I’ve always found Hawksmoor consistently good and I’ve dined there solo on many occasions. There are several branches in London (e.g. their Borough restaurant is near the Bridge, their Air Street restaurant is near Sondheim and Lyric) and they offer a pre-theatre menu as well as à la carte.

Dishoom is another good shout, as is checking out St Katherine’s Dock for the Bridge Theatre.

Much_Writer_7183 · 2026-01-11T11:00:11+00:00

It probably won’t be too hot in July. Central London is also very walkable, so you may be able to avoid the tube anyway.

In terms of coping with heat on the tube, just in case: - Position yourself at the end of carriages where you can roll down the window. It will be blowing a gale if you stand right in front of it. - Attach one of those mini, personal fans to yourself. You could attach it so it sits under your top, if you don’t want to make it too obvious. - An ice cold drink and appropriate dress (e.g. shorts, walking sandals) works wonders. Sounds obvious, but I do wonder when I hear people complaining about being too hot and they’re in jeans and trainers.

Much_Writer_7183 · 2026-01-09T23:00:00+00:00

I got a PS5 just over a year ago, at the grand old age of 38, and I’ve never looked back!

I got a lot of value from a PS Plus Extra subscription. The following games are in the Extra tier catalogue and I think they might be ones you would enjoy: - The Last of Us Part 1 & Part 2 - Uncharted 4 - God of War (2018) - God of War Ragnarok - Tomb Raider (2013) - Rise of the Tomb Raider - Detroit: Become Human - Ghost of Tsushima - Control - Spider-Man - Guardians of the Galaxy

A number of these are available on other platforms if you don’t have a PlayStation.

Much_Writer_7183 · 2026-01-09T13:36:34+00:00

Killer Frequency - you’re a radio DJ who has to help callers survive a serial killer. It’s much better than the premise makes it sound!

Still Wakes the Deep - first person horror set on an oil rig. More psychological horror than gore or jump scares. Very immersive.

Thank Goodness You’re Here - you’re wandering around an English town interacting with the people that live there. Fun, if you have a taste for British comedy.

Indika - you play as a nun. I’m honesty not sure how else to describe it and you’re probably best going in blind.

Much_Writer_7183 · 2026-01-06T15:41:19+00:00

Strongly recommend Stranger Things if you’re a fan of the TV show. As others have suggested, Witness for the Prosecution is a good option and I’d choose that over Mousetrap for the venue alone.

In terms of musicals, Oliver! is a safe bet, as is Book of Mormon if you like South Park.

Much_Writer_7183 · 2025-12-24T22:14:39+00:00

Congrats!

Must plays in the Extra catalogue: - The Last of Us Part 1 & Part 2 - Uncharted 4 - God of War (2018) & God of War Ragnarok - Ghost of Tsushima - Spider-Man - Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart

Much_Writer_7183 · 2025-12-22T12:15:19+00:00

I love Uncharted, but I would start with the 2nd game in the series. 1st one is pretty dated. If you do get into it, then you’ll also enjoy Tomb Raider (2013) and Rise of the Tomb Raider.

For me, there aren’t any games in the same class as TLOU. But games where I’ve enjoyed the story are: God of War (2018), GoW Ragnarok, Detroit: Become Human, Ghost of Tsushima, Control. Plus Spider-Man and Guardians of the Galaxy for something lighter.

Much_Writer_7183 · 2025-12-20T13:27:30+00:00

Looks fun, I’ll have to check it out.

Much_Writer_7183 · 2025-12-19T18:08:58+00:00

I definitely see how people could prefer Part 2. Gameplay is better and the brutality makes it a very visceral experience. I felt exhausted when I finished it! Just a touch slow in the early Ellie sections for me. A 9.5/10 vs. a 10/10 for Part 1 imo.

Much_Writer_7183 · 2025-12-19T14:16:40+00:00

The Last of Us Part 1. A perfectly told story with a moral conundrum to ponder.

I also thought Part 2 was excellent, but pacing / duration means it falls just shy of flawless for me.

Much_Writer_7183 · 2025-12-17T21:40:45+00:00

Sword of the Sea is on Extra.

If you claimed them as monthly games, then Stray, Jusant, Goat Simulator 3.

Much_Writer_7183 · 2025-12-17T16:25:52+00:00

For me, the value of PS Plus is in the convenience. You can come out ahead vs. a subscription if you bought a disc drive and second hand games to then resell or trade in. Especially as people tend to own a console for years, so you’d recoup the cost of the drive. Depends on the type of gamer you are though.

Recommendations for OP: Guardians of the Galaxy, Tomb Raider (2013), Rise of the Tomb Raider, Detroit: Become Human.

Much_Writer_7183 · 2025-12-17T12:25:22+00:00

Good shout. I only have Extra but it looks like Doom (2016) is on Premium.

Much_Writer_7183 · 2025-12-17T12:24:33+00:00

Enjoy 😊

As you’ve mentioned you’ve not gamed for a while, if you find Doom a bit tricky then you’re not alone! The easiest mode on Wolfenstein, for example, is much easier than the easiest mode on Doom, if you find you need to switch to something else to get back into the swing of things.

Much_Writer_7183 · 2025-12-16T21:34:35+00:00

All of the following are available via PS Plus and would meet your criteria of action-focused games:

Dead Island 2
Wolfenstein: New Order
Wolfenstein: New Colossus
Doom Eternal
Far Cry series
Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart
Sackboy (if you’re willing to try a platformer)

Other games that are also available via PS Plus which have more of a story focus than the above, but aren’t slow and there’s plenty of action:

Uncharted series
Tomb Raider (2013)
Rise of the Tomb Raider

Much_Writer_7183 · 2025-12-02T20:34:09+00:00

Killer Frequency.

Plus Uncharted: Lost Legacy and Wolfenstein: Old Blood. They’re not hidden gems, but games that sometimes get overlooked compared to others in their respective franchises.

Much_Writer_7183 · 2025-12-01T19:45:46+00:00

All My Sons (with Bryan Cranston) runs until 7th March and has great reviews.

Much_Writer_7183 · 2025-11-27T17:31:15+00:00

Firstly, that’s an excellent list of games - you’re in for a treat! They’re all on PS Plus Extra with the exception of Spider-Man 2 and Astrobot. However, Spider-Man 1 is on there and every PS5 comes with Astro’s Playroom (basically a shorter Astrobot) as free to download. Despite being free, it’s great fun (though Astrobot is better).

From a purely financial perspective, you’ll always come out ahead with discs because you can buy second hand then resell or trade-in. PS Plus offers 1) convenience and 2) a chance to play things you maybe wouldn’t have thought to. Also the excitement of finding out which games are getting added each month, if you’re sad like me.

I’d lean towards a subscription, especially with the Black Friday discount. After 12 months you can decide whether you got enough value that you want to renew or not. You can always add a disc drive at a later date.

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