Sony continues its momentum after a particularly generous year 2025 for PS Plus subscribers. “PlayStation Plus officially had a great year in 2025, bringing players spectacular games every month at no extra cost to their subscription.”
The addition of Need for Speed Unbound allows us to start 2026 with a game with strong potential, both on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. The announcement, relayed by informant Billbil-Kun via Dealabs, should be officially confirmed in the coming hours.
Need for Speed Unbound: a return to pure arcade style
Released at the end of 2022, Need for Speed Unbound is the most recent episode of the famous racing game license. Developed by Criterion and published by EAit adopts a unique graphic style mixing realism and graffiti-style animated effects. “Need for Speed Unbound chooses to go for an authentic arcade style, much closer to what you might have played in an arcade machine during your youth.”
Far from the realism of Gran Turismothis game is all about adrenaline and urban culture. Night races, escapes from the police, advanced vehicle customization… everything is there to seduce thrill-seekers.
A solid game, still just as fun three years later
Even if it is not new, Unbound still remains a reference today for those who like spectacular street races. “Unbound remains the final installment in the series and is a solid game that should provide a lot of fun for racing fans, especially since they no longer have to spend their hard-earned money to access it.”
With generous content, bold artistic direction and fluid gameplay, this game remains a great showcase of the arcade genre. The fact that it is offered from January as part of the PS Plus subscription adds real value to this first monthly selection.
Availability date and compatibility
Subscribers will be able to download Need for Speed Unbound from January 6, 2026 at 9:00 GMTwith simultaneous global availability. “It is expected to be available from January 6 at 9:00 GMT, with simultaneous release worldwide.”
The game is compatible on both PS4 and PS5, with superior performance on the latter (fluidity, resolution, loading). All you have to do is go to the PlayStation Store from your console or via the mobile application to add it to your library.