Even though credible rumors are circulating on the internet that suggest Sony is about to reboot it’s PlayStation-themed subscription services, the publisher has continued to coyly update its current offerings whilst remaining suspiciously tight-lipped on the topic. While it remains to be seen just what the alleged andcuriously named project Spartacustruly entails, players that have bought intoPlayStation Nowand PS Plus can still get their hands on an eclectic selection of exciting games throughout 2022’s introductory month.
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Mortal Kombat 11
In terms of the narrative on offer, NetherRealm’s latest entry in the series continues the action-movie-esque story thatMortal Kombat Xstarted. While prior experience with the series is far from necessary if newcomers wish to enjoy the rollercoaster adventure, it should be noted that the latter was conveniently featured as one of PlayStation Plus’ free titles back in October. WithMortal Kombat 11having also launched onMicrosoft’s comparable Xbox Game Passlast month, the increase in publicity could be an indicator that the studio is gearing up to announce its next venture soon.
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Final Fantasy 12: The Zodiac Age
Fury Unleashed
Pitched as a combo-driven roguelite action platformer where every kill powers up the player,Fury Unleashedinitially made its way onto the PlayStation ecosystem in 2020. Brought to life by the charmingly named Krakow-based Awesome Game Studio, the PlayStation Now debut boasts an eclectic array of inspirations including the likes ofMetal Slug,Contra, andDead Cells.
Unturned
Unturnedis a curious survival-themed title developed by the two-person Canadian indie studio, Smartly Dressed Games. Having attained a respectable level of popularity as a free-to-play PC title in 2017, a paid console version eventually made its way to PS4 and Xbox One in the closing months of 2020.
Super Time Force Ultra
Super Time Force Ultrais the second retro-inspired side-scrolling shooter that’s making its way onto PlayStation Now this month. However, asthe title of Capybara Games’ indie hitsuggests,STFUrevolves exclusively around the concept and manipulation of time. Across the game’s diverse array of historically set locations and missions, players are imbued with the ability to rewind time on 30 occasions when they meet an untimely demise. This unique mechanic enhances the bullet-hell nature ofSuper Time Force Ultra, as those former incarnations remain in action even when the regular flow of time is restored.
Kerbal Space Program: Enhanced Edition
The final title to arrive within the orbit of PlayStation Now this month is the space faring simulatorKerbal Space Program: Enhanced Edition. Developed byMexican indie studio Squad, the main gameplay loop of the title tasks players with getting a space program off the ground and into the stars.
Despite the adorable cartoony appearance of the titular Kerbals themselves, Squad’s game is a challenging affair to master. Considering thatKerbal Space Programrevolves around the literal concept of rocket science, that’s not entirely surprising. While the path to the star is naturally riddled with trial and error, the sense of eventual fulfillment that players get, coupled with the charm of the Kerbals arguably makes the space simulator a must try.
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