PS4 PS5 Free Game April 2026 — Full PlayStation Plus Lineup Now Available
Sony has officially dropped the PS4 PS5 free game lineup for April 2026, and PlayStation Plus subscribers can claim all three titles right now. The free games went live on April 7, and players have a firm deadline to act before the window closes.
April 2026 PS4 PS5 Free Game List at a Glance
All PS Plus members can claim a trio of freebies as of April 7: Lords of the Fallen, Tomb Raider I-III Remastered, and Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream. Here is a quick breakdown of platform compatibility:
| Game | PS5 | PS4 |
|---|---|---|
| Lords of the Fallen | ✓ | ✗ |
| Tomb Raider I-III Remastered | ✓ | ✓ |
| Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream | ✓ | ✗ |
The games will be available to claim until midnight on May 4. PS4 owners should note that only Tomb Raider I-III Remastered is available on last-gen hardware this month.
Lords of the Fallen — PS5 Free Game Highlight
Lords of the Fallen is an action role-playing game from Hexworks that has drawn comparisons to Dark Souls, featuring challenging combat, punishing boss fights, varied build options, and a huge interconnected world.
One of the main things that sets it apart from other Souls-like games is the ability to shift between the Axiom (living world) and Umbral (world of the dead), with each offering different enemies, paths, and secrets to uncover. Interest in the franchise is especially high right now following the leaked release window for a sequel.
Tomb Raider I-III Remastered — PS4 and PS5 Free Game
Tomb Raider I-III Remastered contains all of the original three Lara Croft adventures, complete with all expansions and secret levels, along with upgraded graphics and the option to switch back to the original polygon look of the classics.
It also includes a new Challenge Mode with customized modifiers and achievements that unlock 10 new outfits that enhance Lara's abilities. This is a particularly well-timed addition, as Amazon Game Studios recently announced two brand-new Tomb Raider games releasing in 2026 and 2027.
Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream — PS5 Free Game
Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream is a multiplayer action RPG based on the Sword Art Online anime franchise. When a new system called Galaxia spins out of control and mixes timelines together, players join Kirito and others to set the timeline back on track.
The game supports team-ups with up to 20 players from around the world as you raid and prepare to fight high-difficulty bosses together. It is a strong pick for fans of the anime series and co-op RPG gameplay.
PS4 Free Game Phase-Out Has Officially Begun
April is the first month of 2026 in which Sony offered only one free game to PS4 users, reflecting the company's previously announced shift toward prioritizing PS5 titles starting this year.
Sony first announced in June 2025 that 2026 would mark the beginning of PS4 titles being phased out of PS Plus monthly free game offerings, and April is the first month of the year to reflect that shift. PS4 players who rely heavily on PS Plus are advised to consider upgrading to PS5 or switching to the Extra tier for better value.
How to Claim Your PS4 PS5 Free Game Before the Deadline
Unlike Extra and Premium games, Essential free games are yours to keep forever as long as you maintain an active subscription — once added to your library, you can access them anytime from your console.
This month's three PS Plus free games are valued at nearly $120 combined, giving subscribers until May 4 to claim them. Log into your PlayStation account now, head to the PS Plus section on the PlayStation Store, and add all three titles to your library before the deadline arrives.
