Mortal Kombat 1 Officially Joins PlayStation Plus

Starting Tuesday, August 19, 2025, Mortal Kombat 1 officially joins the PlayStation Plus catalog for PlayStation 5 subscribers. That means players can enjoy the legendary fighting game at no extra cost as part of their PS Plus subscription.

Originally released in 2023, Mortal Kombat 1 continues the story from Mortal Kombat 11, featuring Liu Kang as the new Fire God who creates a fresh timeline for the franchise. The game not only reintroduces classic fighters with new twists but also brings an innovative mechanic called Kameos — support characters that expand combos and open up unique strategies in battle.

Marvel’s Spider-Man Also Available

Alongside Mortal Kombat, Marvel’s Spider-Man swings into this month’s PlayStation Plus lineup:

• Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered for PS5

• Marvel’s Spider-Man: Game of the Year Edition for PS4

In select regions, the PS4 version can also be accessed via cloud streaming.

First released in 2018, Marvel’s Spider-Man tells the story of a more mature Peter Parker as he struggles to balance his personal life with the responsibility of being Spider-Man, while facing new threats across New York City.

Full List of PlayStation Plus Games in August 2025

Here’s the complete lineup joining PS Plus this month:

• Sword of the Sea (PS5)

• Earth Defense Force 6 (PS4, PS5)

• Unicorn Overlord (PS4, PS5)

• Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key (PS4, PS5)

• Indika (PS5)

• Harold Halibut (PS5)

• Coral Island (PS5)

For PlayStation Plus Premium members, two classic Resident Evil titles are also making a comeback:

• Resident Evil 2

• Resident Evil 3: Nemesis
  Both are now playable on PS4 and PS5.

Conclusion

The PlayStation Plus August 2025 update delivers a diverse mix of legendary fighting action, superhero drama, indie gems, and nostalgic classics. Whether you’re ready to dive into the brutal battles of Mortal Kombat 1, swing through New York as Spider-Man, or revisit survival horror with Resident Evil, this month’s PS Plus lineup gives every player a reason to pick up their controller again.