PS5 users subscribed to PS Plus Extra or PS Plus Premium can currently play Sega's highly-rated title Yakuza: Like a Dragon for free, though this benefit is only available for a limited time. The same offer applies to PS4 users, as this Sega game was released in 2020 and launched on both PS4 and PS5. For both PS4 and PS5, PS Plus Extra and PS Plus Premium subscribers will only have free access until around mid-October, with the exact end date still unconfirmed. While this deadline may seem far off, considering the game's substantial length, players who wish to experience it during the free period should start as soon as possible.
The 2020 Sega title即将 being removed from the PS Plus Extra and PS Plus Premium game library is Yakuza: Like a Dragon. You might find it already in your PSN game library, as it was offered as a free monthly game for PS Plus Essential members in 2022. If you missed that opportunity, now is your last chance to experience it without additional cost. As mentioned earlier, the game is packed with content; completing just the main story takes approximately 50 hours, while including side quests extends playtime to around 70 hours. For completionists aiming to finish Everythinggj, playtime can easily reach 100 hours. While there is theoretically enough time to finish the game between now and mid-October, interested players are advised to start immediately.
One of the Best RPGs of 2020
If you're not yet familiar with Yakuza: Like a Dragon, it is the eighth mainline entry in the long-running series that began in 2005. However, unlike previous entries which all featured action-based gameplay, this title transitions into an RPG and introduces a brand-new protagonist. It isn't a series reboot, but it serves as an excellent entry point for those interested in the Yakuza franchise who don't want to play through the first seven games—especially since some of the earlier titles now feel somewhat dated.
Upon release, the game received media scores on Metacritic ranging from 83 to 89, depending on the platform. Estimated cumulative sales reached around 3 million copies, representing a moderate commercial success by Yakuza series standards. Additionally, the game was nominated for Best Role-Playing Game at The Game Awards, though it ultimately lost to Final Fantasy VII Remake.
Although Yakuza: Like a Dragon is a cross-generation title, it doesn't feel particularly outdated in today's console landscape. Unlike some games that launched simultaneously on PS4 and PS5, it doesn't exhibit a noticeable generational gap when compared to PS5-exclusive titles released in 2026.