PlayStation Plus: First Free April Game Confirmed, Fans Thrilled – "I've Been Waiting for This Since Release"

Sony is yet to officially unveil the full lineup of PlayStation Plus games for April that Essential subscribers can claim at no extra cost. However, the most reliable leaker concerning the subscription service has already stepped forward to reveal the first title for the upcoming month. This particular game is expected to be the most significant among the three or four titles anticipated for April, and numerous players are reportedly very pleased with this selection.

For those who follow regular PlayStation Plus leaks, the identity of the source is no surprise: it's billbil_kun, who exclusively revealed one of the upcoming free games for Essential subscribers.

PlayStation Plus: Lords of the Fallen Reportedly Free in April

As hinted, the first and most substantial game reportedly joining PlayStation Plus Essential in April is CI Games' 2023 Soulslike reboot, Lords of the Fallen. Its predecessor, released in 2014, was one of the early major titles inspired by FromSoftware's dark fantasy RPGs. Nine years later, this reboot attempted to revitalize the series. While it achieved significant financial success, its critical reception was somewhat mixed.

Even currently, the game's ratings remain mixed, with approximately 68 percent of over 33,000 reviews on Steam being positive. Players can expect a visually impressive Soulslike experience that, while not always perfectly polished in terms of gameplay, is set to receive a sequel later this year. Despite its mixed reviews, many are eagerly anticipating its arrival on PlayStation Plus, with one user exclaiming, "I've been waiting for this since the game's release."

If you intend to claim Lords of the Fallen as part of your subscription, billbil_kun indicates it will be available between April 7th and May 5th. Once added to your library, you can continue playing the Soulslike title as long as your PlayStation Plus Essential subscription remains active.