In a new report fromPush Square, it was revealed that publishers typically approach Sony about adding games toPS Plus Premium’s Classics catalog, with PlayStation’s in-house emulation team then tasked with preparing the title for its release on the service. Sony also develops an initial Trophy list and publishing materials, with publishers able to provide input before giving full approval. The reason why some massively popular games have yet to appear on the service is likely due to some studios wanting to handle their own remasters rather than handing them over to Sony’s internal development team.
Publishers Approach Sony About Adding Retro Games to the PS Plus Premium Classics Catalog
In June, Sony gave an update regardingthe profitability of PlayStation Plus, with the company’s VP stating that the service is growing faster than ever before. The most player engagement has been seen in the Premium plan, which has grown by 18% over the last year. The Classics catalog has been a huge draw, but with Sony only adding a game or two to its retro offerings each month, many are concerned that certain fan-favorite titles will never be made available.
The service hasn’t been without its share of controversy. For those wanting tocancel their PS Plus subscription, recent changes to the website have made doing so more difficult and confusing, with ambiguous wording prompting many to call out PlayStation for being manipulative. Additionally, the service may soon be more expensive, as Xbox Game Pass saw price increases across the board last year.
