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PlayStation Plus Free Games June 2020

Editorial Team

Depending on where we live, some of us may have started leaving our homes and began a social distancing social live, while others may still be stuck indoors in a desperate search for something to do. In June, Sony has the answer to that, with their next line-up of PlayStation Plus free games June 2020 which are available for download on Tuesday, June 2.

First, there’s Star Wars Battlefront II, the first/third person shooter with online scenarios that spans across most of the Star Wars Films, from The Phantom Menace to The Last Jedi. The game also includes a single-player campaign with a story from an Imperial soldier’s point of view, taking place shortly after the events of Return of the Jedi.

And if you’re not into shooting in a sci-fi setting, there’s also Call of Duty: WWII, the 2017 first-person shooter and fourteenth main installment in the Call of Duty series. The game takes place during the events of the Battle of Normandy, with both a single-player campaign and online multiplayer to keep players busy.

Both Star Wars Battlefront II and Call of Duty: WWII have Platinum trophies to unlock.

Star Wars Battlefront II is of average difficulty, though can be quite time consuming with the online trophies. Expect around 100 hours to unlock the Platinum.

The Platinum for Call of Duty: WWII is also average in difficulty, though the Platinum can be earned in half the time. Expect around 50 hours for the Platinum.

Tokyo Game Show 2020 Cancelled

Editorial Team

The 2020 Tokyo Game Show, which was scheduled to take place From September 24 to 27 this year, has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 outbreak. The announcement was made today in a press release by the Computer Entertainment Supplier’s Association (CESA).

“Due to the outbreak of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) on
a global scale and the situation remains unpredictable in Japan
as well, the organizer and the co-organizers have reached
this decision after a long consideration to place the utmost
priority on the health and safety of visitors, exhibitors
and stakeholders. We ask for your kind understanding and cooperation.”

However, the CESA did state that the Tokyo Game Show 2020 will be released online. This means we can probably expect a handful of videos showing off new games and hardware.

Despite the Tokyo Game Show 2020 originally planned to be four months from now, and considering how Japan has managed to keep the number of infections at a much lower rate than other countries, it still comes to no surprise that CESA decided to cancel the event. Besides TGS being famous for its array of upcoming games and game-related devices, the event is also known for its gigantic crowds – especially during the weekend public days.

To check out our presentations of previous Tokyo Game Show events, visit our VIDEO page.

PlayStation Plus Free Games May 2020

Editorial Team

Another month comes and goes. For many of us, it’s another month of staying at home in quarantine, another month of social distancing from our friends, yet luckily, another month of more free games. Here is the next line-up of PlayStation Plus Free Games May 2020 available for download on Tuesday, May 5.

First, there’s Cities: Skylines, a city-building simulation game. Players take on the role of urban planning by deciding road placement and controlling public transportation, handle taxes, decide the city’s budget, while keeping the employment levels up and pollution levels down.

Next, there’s Farming Simulator 19, another simulation game. Instead of creating a busy city, players escape to the quiet landscape of farming territory where they breed livestock, grow crops, and sell their assets.

While it’s a bit strange Sony decided to release two simulators in the same month, trophy hunters will be happy to know that both games include Platinum trophies to unlock.

Cities: Skylines is not particularly difficult so long as you refrain from downloading the DLC, but will certainly require over a hundred hours of gameplay for the Platinum.

Farming Simulator 19 is slightly easier and requires much less time for the Platinum, at roughly around 50 hours of gameplay.

If simulation games are not your thing, these aren’t the only free games available at the moment. As part of Sony’s Play At Home Initiative during the Coronavirus pandemic, both the Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection and Journey have been available for free for all players as of April 15, and lasting until May 5. Players do not need to be PlayStation Plus members in order to download these freebies.

PlayStation Plus Free Games April 2020

Editorial Team

These have certainly been some crazy times, recently. Many of us, depending on where we live, may be stuck at home in lockdown. If you find yourself running out of things to play, here is the next line-up of PlayStation Plus free games April 2020 available for download on April 7.

First, there’s Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End, the sequel to Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception, and the first of the series to be officially released on the PlayStation 4. In this third-person action adventure, Drake is swayed by his estranged brother to seek out the lost treasure of pirate Henry Avery.

The second is Dirt Rally 2.0, a racing game and the thirteenth title in the Colin McRae Rally series. Select from fifty different vehicles and compete in the World Rallycross Championship across tarmac and off-road terrain, while racing through various weather conditions.

Both Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End and Dirt Rally 2.0 have Platinum trophies to unlock.

If you’ve played previous games in the Uncharted series, then you’ll know what to expect for getting the Platinum in Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End. You’ll need to find collectibles, get kill-shot trophies, and complete the game on Crushing mode. Overall, fairly average in terms of time and difficulty.

As for Dirt Rally 2.0, the majority of the trophies are quite easy to unlock. However, there are a few that will certainly test your patience, especially for those new to the Rally series. Expect to put a fair amount of time into this own. Also, completionists should take note that the game has 21 DLC trophies, to which the DLC is not included in the free package.

We, at Trophy Hunter, hope you all stay healthy and stay safe.

PlayStation Plus Free Games March 2020

Editorial Team

Compared to the generous offer this month, the freebies for March seem a little anticlimactic. Still, trophy hunters can enjoy two more platinums for their neverending trophy list, one of which is from a challenging yet satisfying game. And so, here is the line-up for PlayStation Plus free games March 2020, available for download on March 3.

First, there’s Shadow of the Colossus, the action-adventure by Team Ico first released in 2005 for the PS2. The game was first revamped with trophy support for the PS3 in 2011, and again for the PS4 in early 2018. Taking place in a vast, unpopulated area known as Forbidden Land, the Wander is on a quest to revive a girl named Mono by defeating sixteen monolithic beings known as the colossi.

Next, there’s Sonic Forces, the speed-filled platformer first released to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Sonic the Hedgehog series. This time Sonic is joining up with a resistance group in order to stop Doctor Eggman from completing his evil plan.

Both Shadow of the Colossus and Sonic Forces have Platinum trophies to unlock.

The Platinum for Shadow of the Colossus on the PS4 is arguably much easier than its PS3 version, especially for players who have already conquered this game on older consoles. With multiple playthroughs required, expect anywhere between 20-30 hours, depending on skills and experience.  

The Platinum for Sonic Forces is of average difficulty and may take 25-30 hours, depending on skills.