Forspoken Sparks Mixed Reactions Among PS Plus Users, Even When Free

Even nearly a year after its release, Forspoken continues to spark heated discussions among gamers, particularly since it became available for free on PS Plus. Both those who experienced Forspoken through their PS Plus subscription and those who purchased it at full price are actively debating its value.

When PlayStation LifeStyle announced the PS Plus Extra and Premium lineup for December 2024, there was an unexpectedly enthusiastic response from the community. Many players expressed excitement about diving into Forspoken and Sonic Frontiers. However, the reception has been mixed. Some players who tried Forspoken abandoned it after just a few hours, criticizing its 'ridiculous dialogue' and weak storyline. Others found the game's combat, parkour, and exploration engaging enough to continue playing, though the consensus seems to be that the game becomes unbearable if one focuses too much on the story and dialogue.

It appears that the inclusion of Forspoken in PS Plus may not be enough to revitalize interest in the game due to its inconsistent quality. In Forspoken, an action role-playing game, the protagonist Frey, a young woman from New York, finds herself transported to the perilous yet beautiful world of Athia. To find her way back home, Frey must harness her newly acquired magical abilities to navigate the vast landscape, fight off monsters, and defeat powerful matriarchs known as the Tantas.