Forspoken, despite its free PS Plus offering nearly a year post-launch, continues to spark heated player discussions. The game's value remains a point of contention, with opinions as divided among those who played it for free as those who paid full price.
The December 2024 PS Plus Extra and Premium lineup announcement revealed surprisingly positive anticipation for Forspoken (alongside Sonic Frontiers). However, a significant portion of those who took advantage of the free offering abandoned the game within hours, citing poor writing and unconvincing dialogue. While some appreciated the combat, parkour, and exploration, the prevailing sentiment suggests that the narrative and dialogue significantly detract from the overall experience.
PS Plus's impact on Forspoken's popularity appears limited by the game's inherent inconsistencies. The action RPG follows Frey, a New Yorker transported to the breathtaking yet perilous land of Athia. Armed with newfound magical abilities, Frey must navigate this expansive world, battling monstrous creatures and powerful matriarchs known as the Tants, all in a desperate attempt to return home.
