PS Plus members are in for a special treat tomorrow, whenthe stunningSword of the Seahits the PS Plus Game Catalogon its release date. Developed by Giant Squid,Sword of the Seawill be available for free to members on August 19. This means members can experience the breathtaking world of arid desert and lush oceans for free on the day that it releases.
Sword Of The Sea Arrives On PlayStation Plus Tomorrow
Surf Through A World Without Water
Sword of the Seais an incredible visual experience that might just be the most beautiful game of 2025. Assume control of Wraith and hop on your magic hoversword, thensurf through stunning barren landscapeson a quest to return water to the world.
As you zoom through the environments, you’ll do tricks, catch air, and simply marvel at your surroundings. Although the world is covered in desert, it still offers awide variety of beautiful locations, like tombs, massive rock structures, and ruins.

As you restore the oceans, you’ll get towatch each area bloom around you and transform into a lush oasis.Bring life back in the form of kelp forests, marine life like massive jellyfish and whales, and vibrant colors.
Sword Of The Sea Is A Gorgeous Mix Of Journey And Abzu
The Team Worked On Both Games
Giant Squid, the studio behindSword of the Sea,is made up of several ThatGameCompany members. This might come as no surprise to fans of the indie studio, sinceSword of the Seaisvisually similar to the equally stunning 2012 desert exploration game,Journey.
In fact, the upcoming game seems to pull from bothJourneyand Giant Squid’s ocean-exploration gameAbzu.Both titles feature beautiful environments and exploration, andSword of the Seaseems tounite the desert landscapes ofJourneywith the marine worlds ofAbzu.

Sword of the Seareleases tomorrow, on August 19, on PlayStation 5 and PC.PlayStation PlusExtra and Premium members will be able to play it for free on the day it releases, as one of 2025’s most beautiful titles lands in the Game Catalog on the day of its launch.
