Why are PlayStation Plus games trending in the UK?
PlayStation Plus announced its October catalog, releasing on 20 October, which includes Mafia: The Old Country, Horizon Forbidden West, Mycopunk and classic titles on the Premium tier. The fresh lineup and seasonal horror picks have driven search spikes in the UK.
What happened
- 20 Oct, 2026
PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium members can start playing the new October games, including Mafia: The Old Country and Horizon Forbidden West [1]
What you need to know
PS Plus has three tiers – Essential, Extra and Premium – each with its own game library.
Mafia: The Old Country is a pre‑quel set in early‑1900s Sicily and does not require previous series knowledge.
Horizon Forbidden West continues Aloy’s story in a post‑apocalyptic frontier with larger machines.
Premium tier also adds Dino Crisis 2 and RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 Complete Edition.
Sony has not confirmed whether additional titles will be added to the October lineup after the 20 October launch.
Background
PlayStation Plus is Sony’s subscription service that offers a rotating catalog of games across three subscription levels. The October 2026 update adds several new titles, with the main releases becoming available on 20 October for both Extra and Premium members [1][2].
Mafia: The Old Country is a narrative‑driven pre‑quel focusing on organized crime in 1900s Sicily, while Horizon Forbidden West is the sequel to Horizon Zero Dawn, expanding the open‑world experience. Both games received strong reviews in previous years, contributing to their appeal [2][3].
The Premium tier also introduces classic titles such as Dino Crisis 2 and RollerCoaster Tycoon 3, broadening the catalog beyond new releases and appealing to nostalgic players [1][3].
Questions people ask
Do I need to own previous Mafia games to play Mafia: The Old Country?
No, it is a pre‑quel that can be played independently of earlier entries.
Is Horizon Forbidden West available on the Essential tier?
It is listed for Extra and Premium subscribers; Essential members must upgrade to access it.
Can I play the new October games on PS 5 and PC?
The catalog titles are available on PlayStation consoles; PC availability depends on separate releases, not covered by the PS Plus announcement.
Where this came from
[1] blog.playstation.com
PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for October: Mafia: The Old Country, Horizon Forbidden West, Mycopunk and more
Preview image from blog.playstation.com
[2] cnet.com
Mafia, Horizon Forbidden West and More Games Are Coming to PlayStation Plus Soon
Preview image from cnet.com
[3] ign.com
PlayStation Plus Catalog Games for October 2026 Revealed, Includes Mafia: The Old Country
Preview image from ign.com
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