If you're on PlayStation Plus Extra or Premium, August just got a lot more interesting. Sony has added some seriously big games to the Game Catalog this month, including a major co-op shooter, a huge RPG, survival horror, and even a few surprises for Premium members .

Let's get into what's available.

Full PlayStation Plus Extra Lineup for August 2026

 

Note: In certain regions including the US, UK, and Japan, some games release on August 25 instead of August 18 .

1. Helldivers 2 – Co-op Chaos at Its Finest

 

Available Now on PS Plus Extra & Premium

Let's start with Helldivers 2, which joined the Game Catalog on August 12 . If you've somehow missed it, this is a four-player co-op shooter where you and your squad are dropped into absolute chaos.

What makes it great:

• Explosive Squad Combat: Teamwork is everything.

• The Biggest Threat is Your Own Team: Friendly fire is always on, making every mission hilariously chaotic.

• Endless Variety: Multiple planets, objectives, and enemy types.

• Live Service Done Right: Constant updates and new content.

It's the kind of game where "one more mission" turns into an all-night session .

2. Kingdom Come: Deliverance II – A Medieval RPG Epic

 

Available Now on PS Plus Extra & Premium

Then you've got Kingdom Come: Deliverance II (KCD2), arriving on August 18 for Extra and Premium members . This is a massive open-world RPG set in medieval Bohemia.

What makes it great:

• Deep, Historical RPG: No fantasy dragons—just realistic sword fighting, exploration, and quests .

• Player Choice Matters: Your decisions affect how your story plays out.

• Immersive World: A detailed, living medieval world to explore.

• Critical Acclaim: Already being called one of the best RPGs of the year.

If you've been waiting for an excuse to finally try it, this might be it.

3. Vampire Survivors – The Addictive Survival Game

 

Available Now on PS Plus Extra & Premium

And don't sleep on Vampire Survivors . It looks simple, but give it a few minutes and suddenly you're surrounded by hundreds of enemies, stacking upgrades and telling yourself "one more run."

What makes it great:

• Simple to Learn, Hard to Put Down: Automatic attacks, you just move and choose upgrades.

• Overwhelming Chaos: Huge waves of enemies, satisfying explosions, and endless builds.

• Perfect for Quick Sessions: But you won't stop at one run.

• Available on PS4 and PS5: For Extra and Premium members.

It's one of those games that looks unassuming but swallows hours of your time.

4. Hell is Us – Atmospheric Action-Adventure

 

Available August 25 on PS Plus Extra & Premium

If you're looking for something darker, there's Hell is Us on PS5 . It's an atmospheric action-adventure that mixes exploration, mysterious creatures, and a world full of unanswered questions.

What makes it great:

• Dark, Mysterious World: A unique and haunting atmosphere.

• Exploration-Driven: You uncover the story by exploring, not through exposition dumps.

• Unforgettable Setting: A sci-fi world that feels both familiar and alien.

• Perfect for Players Who Like Figuring Things Out: The game doesn't hold your hand.

This is definitely one to check out if you prefer figuring things out for yourself rather than having the game explain everything .

5. Two Point Museum – Chaotic Management Fun

 

Available August 25 on PS Plus Extra & Premium

Then there's Two Point Museum on PS5 . You build and manage your own museum, collect unusual exhibits, keep your visitors happy, and try to stop your carefully designed museum from turning into complete chaos.

What makes it great:

• Classic Two Point Humor: Quirky, British, and endlessly entertaining.

• Fun Management Mechanics: Balance exhibits, staff, and visitor satisfaction.

• Creative Freedom: Design your museum however you want.

• Perfect for Cozy Sessions: Relaxing but with enough chaos to keep it interesting.

6. Metro Exodus & Dying Light 2 – Two More Big Names

 

Available August 25 on PS Plus Extra & Premium

And there are two more big names worth mentioning .

• Metro Exodus brings its post-apocalyptic survival experience to the catalog. Journey across Russia by train, fight mutated creatures, and survive in a beautifully bleak world.

• Dying Light 2 gives you open-world parkour, infected enemies, and four-player co-op. The Reloaded Edition includes extra content and all technical updates since launch.

Important Warning: If you claimed Dying Light 2 through PS Plus Essential on August 4, be careful! Downloading it again from the Extra catalog will override your Essential license. Once it leaves Extra, you won't be able to play it again without purchasing it .

PS Plus Premium Bonuses

 

Available Now for PS Plus Premium Members

And if you're a Premium member, you've got two extra additions :

• Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams – The classic Capcom action RPG.

• Disney's Atlantis: The Lost Empire – A PlayStation Classic based on the animated film.

So Premium gets a little something for the old-school crowd too .

Games Leaving PS Plus Extra on August 18

 

Unfortunately, it's not all good news. Several titles are leaving the catalog on August 18 :

• Dead Island 2

• Bomber Crew

• Clash: Artefacts of Chaos

• Earth Defence Force 6

• Harold Halibut

• Space Crew: Legendary Edition

• Unicorn Overlord

If you've been meaning to finish any of these, now's the time .

The Bottom Line

 

Remember, these aren't the same as the Essential monthly games. The Game Catalog is included with PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium, and the games remain available as long as they're part of the catalog and your membership is active .

With games like Helldivers 2 and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II joining this month, August might be one of those months where your backlog actually gets bigger instead of smaller .

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Which Game Are You Downloading First?

 

August is stacked for PS Plus Extra and Premium members. Whether you're diving into chaotic co-op with Helldivers 2, exploring medieval Bohemia in Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, or uncovering mysteries in Hell is Us, there's something for every type of gamer.

Let us know in the comments: which game are you downloading first?