Get ready, PlayStation fans! The June 2026 PlayStation Plus lineup is almost here, and this month’s haul is shaking up the usual game rotation. Sony is dropping some fresh titles that will keep gamers glued to their consoles all month long. The countdown is on, with the Essential tier games going live June 2 and the Extra and Premium Catalog updates following mid-month. What’s in store? Let’s dive in.

The Big June Drop: Grounded Joins PlayStation Plus

Here’s a shocker: Sony is adding Grounded to the June lineup. Yes, the survival hit by Obsidian Entertainment is now on PlayStation 4 and 5. Originally an Xbox and PC exclusive, Grounded lets players shrink down to insect size and survive backyard dangers. It’s a unique blend of survival, exploration, and co-op action that’s been a fan favorite since its early access days. This move blurs the usual exclusivity lines, thanks to Microsoft’s new strategy loosening first-party exclusives. PlayStation players can now squad up or go solo in an insect-sized adventure right from their console.

Joining Grounded are two other solid picks:

• Nickelodeon All Star Brawl 2 – A lively platform fighter that pits your favorite Nickelodeon characters against each other. It’s fast, fun, and family-friendly chaos perfect for quick sessions or long brawls.
• Warhammer 40,000: Darktide – A grim, intense first-person shooter set in the brutal Warhammer universe. Fans of cooperative, tactical combat will find a thrilling spiritual successor to Vermintide here.

All three games unlock on June 2 for Essential subscribers. This lineup is bold, mixing quirky brawling, sci-fi shooting, and inventive survival gameplay. It’s a fresh take that breaks the mold of typical PS Plus drops.

Extra and Premium Subscribers Get Destiny 2: Legacy Collection

For Extra and Premium subscribers, June 9 brings a major addition: Destiny 2: Legacy Collection. This bundle includes every expansion up to 2024’s The Final Shape, wrapping up the epic story that has captivated millions. The timing is perfect, as Bungie prepares to release the final update winding down active development on Destiny 2. While the base game remains free-to-play, this collection packs in the full narrative experience for serious fans and newcomers alike.

Destiny 2’s inclusion signals Sony’s push to offer premium content that delivers depth and lasting value. Players can dive into rich PvE missions, raids, and expansive lore without hunting down expansions separately. It’s a huge win for Extra and Premium tiers, raising the bar for subscription service content.

Price Hikes, Game Removals, and Days of Play Sale

June isn’t just about new games. Sony has bumped up prices for monthly and quarterly Essential plans, starting May 20. The one-month plan now costs $10.99 in the U.S., and the three-month plan jumps to $27.99. Annual rates stay the same, so consider long-term subscriptions if you want to save.

Plus, five games will exit the Extra/Premium catalog on June 16. Notable departures include:

• Red Dead Redemption – Rockstar’s classic is leaving but will likely return later this year, following its usual cycle on subscription platforms.
• We Love Katamari Reroll + Royal Reverie
• LEGO The Incredibles
• Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game – Complete Edition
• Lawn Mowing Simulator

If you’re partway through any, now’s the time to finish them before they vanish from the subscription library. Remember, once they leave, you’ll need to purchase them to keep playing.

Meanwhile, the Days of Play sale kicks off May 27 and runs through June 10. It’s packed with deals on games and accessories, including discounts on major titles like Ghost of Yōtei, Helldivers 2, and The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered. There’s even a $100 cut on the PlayStation VR2 headset. PS Plus membership discounts for new and upgrading subscribers sweeten the deal. Consoles, however, didn’t get a price cut this round, reflecting recent hardware price hikes.

What’s Next for PS Plus and PlayStation Fans

June’s launch aligns with PlayStation’s State of Play on June 2, promising an event packed with announcements and gameplay reveals. The synergy between the PS Plus lineup and major showcases like Summer Game Fest and Future Games Show on June 6 means Sony is gearing up for a big summer.

Will rumored titles like Final Fantasy 16, Control Resonant, or nostalgia hits like Resistance: Fall of Man join the Extra or Premium catalogs soon? Fans are buzzing with possibilities. One thing’s clear: Sony wants to keep subscribers hooked with a mix of blockbuster hits, cult classics, and surprise gems.

For now, claim your May freebies before June 2. Then gear up for Grounded’s backyard thrills, Destiny 2’s epic saga, and a lineup that proves PlayStation Plus is more than just a subscription. It’s a gateway to fresh adventures, big worlds, and unforgettable gaming moments.

June’s PS Plus is shaping up to be a must-play month. Ready to jump in?