Sony is enriching its PlayStation Plus offering this month with four free gamesand among them, one title clearly stands out: Ultros. Available from February 3 to March 2, 2026this game can be added to your PS5 library at no cost, provided you have an active subscription, regardless of tier. “You will be able to get Ultros between February 3 and March 2.”
Once downloaded, the game remains accessible as long as the PS Plus subscription is active. He joins Undisputed, Subnautica: Below Zero And Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown in the games offered this month. But it is Ultros that intrigues and fascinates connoisseurs the most.
Ultros: a psychedelic metroidvania with an inimitable visual style
Developed by the studio Hadoque and published by Kepler InteractiveUltros is a metroidvania released in 2024. Far from the standards of the genre, he focuses on a unique visual style, between psychedelic art and surreal science fiction. The story takes place aboard the Sarcophagusa mysterious spaceship “also described as a ‘cosmic womb'”.
The gameplay features classic exploration mechanics of the genre, enriched with special abilities to confront strange alien life forms. The universe, dense and disturbing, makes Ultros an experience as sensory as it is video game.
Very solid critical reception for this niche game
Upon its release, Ultros won over critics. “Screen Rant gave it a score of 9/10”, highlighting the excellence of its artistic direction, the fluidity of its gameplay, and the richness of its soundscape. On OpenCritic, the average review score is 79/100with a recommendation rate of 77%.
It may not be the most well-known game among the general public, but it is aimed directly at fans of titles like Hollow Knight, Metroid PrimeOr Ori and the Blind Forest. A game that can be enjoyed with curiosity and patience.
Why you should collect it, even if you don’t play it right away
Even if Ultros isn’t on your priority games list, not getting it back would be a mistake. Once the deadline passes, you will need to purchase it to access it. Downloading is optional, but add it to your library before March 2, 2026 is essential to enjoy it later.
With its unique style, its deep gameplay and its free availability, Ultros has all the assets to become a cult experience on PS5especially among fans of independent and artistic games. And if it doesn’t convince you now, you might come back to it one day… fascinated.