PS+ in January — Core Keeper, Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, and Need for Speed: Unbound
Catching up on what we missed. While the StopGame editorial team was on a New Year's break, Sony announced the traditional trio of games that will join the PlayStation Plus library this month, specifically from January 6. The games listed below will be available at all subscription levels. They can be claimed until February 2:
- Core Keeper (PS4, PS5) — a pixel sandbox with survival elements and exploration of a massive dungeon by Pugstorm.
- Ratings:
- 87/100 on OpenCritic.
- 92% positive reviews on Steam.
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- Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed (PS4, PS5) — a remake of the colorful platformer Epic Mickey by Purple Lamp and THQ Nordic.
- Ratings:
- 77/100 on OpenCritic.
- 94% positive reviews on Steam.
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- Need for Speed: Unbound (PS5) — the latest installment of the iconic racing series by Criterion Games.
- Ratings:
- 75/100 on OpenCritic.
- 60% positive reviews on Steam.
- "Praiseworthy" on StopGame.ru.
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Quoting Elman Guseynov:
I must admit, Unbound has a controversial appearance for those critical of additional effects, but under its hood lies the best Need for Speed in many years, and as noted on Twitter, the most highly rated by players themselves in the last decade. Fans of the series will find nearly perfected mechanics and details, facing unexpected challenges and receiving rewards for diligence and risk. If, like me, you've forgotten the adrenaline rush from driving a fully loaded Skyline, Unbound might be a true celebration for you, as it was for me, because Criterion Games has significantly addressed the franchise's accumulated issues over the years.
Elman Guseynov