Image showing PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium games for March 2026
Sony has officially revealed the PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium games for March 2026, and this might be one of the strongest catalog drops of the year.
The full lineup becomes available to play on March 17, 2026, featuring Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, EA Sports Madden NFL 26, Persona 5 Royal, Blasphemous 2, and more across the Extra and Premium tiers.
Here is the complete breakdown of every game, who can play it, and whether it is worth your time.
What Are the PS Plus Extra and Premium Games for March 2026?
The full list of PS Plus Extra and Premium catalog additions for March 2026 is as follows:
PS Plus Extra:
- Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 — PS5
- Persona 5 Royal — PS5 and PS4
- Persona 5 Royal Ultimate Edition — PS4
- EA Sports Madden NFL 26 — PS5
- Metal Eden — PS5
- The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria — PS5
- Astroneer — PS5 and PS4
- Blasphemous 2 — PS5 and PS4
PS Plus Premium:
- Tekken Dark Resurrection (PSP Classic) — PS5 and PS4.
Unlike previous months, March emphasizes PS5 and cross-gen games, reflecting Sony’s commitment to PS5 titles for PS Plus in 2026.
When Can You Download the PS Plus March 2026 Games?
All titles in the PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium games list for March 2026 are available to download as long as you are subscribed to the Extra or Premium tier, and they remain playable for as long as you have an active subscription. Every game goes live on March 17, 2026.
Why Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Is the Headline Game This Month
Coming to PS Plus Extra and Premium on March 17, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 has been at the top or near the top of the most-played Xbox Game Pass chart since its addition in January, and many subscribers will no doubt enjoy this addition as the headline for the March 2026 catalog.
A legacy sequel to a cult classic, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 was pretty much everything fans wanted from a follow-up to the 2011 game bigger, more brutal, and constantly fun to play as you fought the power of the Ultramarines against hordes of Tyranids, with an enjoyable single-player campaign complemented by co-op modes.
The game sold more than 4.5 million copies and improved on the original’s Metacritic range of 70 to 76, landing a sequel range of 80 to 83, while picking up nominations for Best Multiplayer and Best Action Game at The Game Awards.
On the PlayStation Store, it holds a 4.43 out of 5 rating based on 29,000 user reviews. Expect a runtime of 10 to 15 hours for the story, or up to 60 to 70 hours if you go for completion.
How Good Is Persona 5 Royal on PS Plus — Is It Worth Playing in 2026?
Absolutely yes. A decade after Persona 5 was first released, the game is still considered one of the gold standards for anime-inspired RPGs. Persona 5 Royal expands on it, polishing and fine-tuning the gameplay while adding new characters, story threads, and missions, creating the ultimate Persona 5 experience.
The game also introduces new gameplay features, such as a grappling hook for exploration, enhanced combat mechanics, and additional Persona demons to collect and summon in battle. Subscribers also gain access to the Ultimate Edition, which bundles the base game with multiple DLC packs, including costumes, battle packs, and additional Personas, the definitive way to experience Persona 5 Royal for newcomers.
Note that the Ultimate Edition is available only on PS4, while the standard edition is available on both PS5 and PS4.
What Is Blasphemous 2 and Why Should You Play It?
Blasphemous 2 mixes Metroidvania exploration with souls-like combat and grim art direction, following The Penitent One through an endless cycle of life, death, and resurrection, stranded in a world full of demonic monsters and grotesque titans.
Hordes of grotesque enemies stand in your way, awaiting final judgement by the brutal hand of the Penitent One, with titanic twisted bosses also lurking in the darkness. How you tackle the labyrinthian world remains at your discretion — there is no wrong turn to be made, only scores to settle. If you love dark, challenging action games with strong exploration, this is a must-play this month.
What Is Metal Eden, and Is It Any Good?
Metal Eden is an adrenaline-rush sci-fi FPS where the advanced Hyper Unit Aska is sent on a suicide mission to rescue citizens’ Cores from the vast, monolithic city of Moebius, once a hopeful new home for humanity, now a deadly trap. Community reception so far has been enthusiastic, with players comparing it to a sci-fi take on the momentum-driven FPS formula.
What Is Tekken Dark Resurrection, and Why Is It PS Plus Premium Only?
Tekken Dark Resurrection is essentially an updated version of Tekken 5. It follows the same storyline while bringing new characters, stages, and improved gameplay balance, with martial arts action across modes including Arcade Battle, Story Battle, Quick Battle, Practice Mode, and mini-games like Tekken Bowl and Gold Rush.
It is PS Plus Premium only because it is being added as a PSP Classic, making it exclusive to the highest tier. All eight titles are accessible to PS Plus Premium subscribers, with those on the Extra tier missing out only on Tekken Dark Resurrection, which is being added to the Classics catalog.
How Does the PS Plus March 2026 Lineup Compare to Last Month?
It is a solid batch of games and, depending on your preferences, arguably a stronger batch than last month, which included Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 as the headlining title, supported by a suite of excellent indie games.
The variety this month is hard to argue with a massive third-person shooter, one of the greatest JRPGs ever made, a brutal Metroidvania, a sci-fi FPS, a sports title, a survival sandbox, and a space exploration game.
PS Plus Essential Games for March 2026: Do Not Forget These
All PS Plus members can also claim four Essential freebies this month: Slime Rancher 2, Monster Hunter Rise, PGA Tour 2K25, and The Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Road Collection. These are available to all tiers, not just Extra and Premium, so make sure you claim them before they rotate out.
Is PS Plus Extra Worth It in March 2026?
With Space Marine 2, Persona 5 Royal, Blasphemous 2, and Metal Eden all landing at once in March 2026, March 2026 makes a very strong case for upgrading from Essential to Extra.
The beauty of services like this is that there is a relatively low barrier for those who want to try something new, and this drop is mostly full of great games from a variety of genres that are sure to appeal to most players in one way or another.
All games are available from March 17, 2026. Check the PlayStation Store on release day as regional availability may vary.
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