August 2024 marks a significant milestone for PlayStation Plus, with an impressive increase in player numbers reaching a growth rate of 8.43%. This clearly indicates the ongoing appeal of the service and Sony’s success in its strategy to attract users.
Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga is the Key to Success
A significant portion of this increase is directly related to the game Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga. Since its release in 2022, this game has offered a fresh and accessible experience to players thanks to modern hardware technology. Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga not only provides a faithful version of the famous storyline but also opens up a vast space for players to explore and immerse themselves in the rich Lego world. The addition of this game to PlayStation Plus has created a major impact and brought remarkable success to the service.
Among Us is an Irresistible Attraction
Before Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga launched, the previous month saw the success of Among Us, a newly updated game on PlayStation Plus. With undeniable appeal, Among Us captured significant attention from the gaming community. The Lego Star Wars series continues to demonstrate its strong brand power and maintain a massive audience. While The Skywalker Saga was highly popular from its release, many gamers were still considering and had not yet decided to purchase it. In this situation, PlayStation Plus has provided a golden opportunity for those still on the fence.
A Continuous Growth Trend
Although specific figures about the increase in player numbers have not been disclosed, TrueTrophies reports that this rise is a continuous trend, starting from when Among Us was added and boosted the service’s appeal in July. Based on these trends, it appears Sony is effectively leveraging games that attract a wide audience to enhance the number of PlayStation Plus subscribers.
With the success of games like Lego Star Wars and Among Us, PlayStation Plus is opening up opportunities to add more exciting titles to maintain its growth momentum. E-rated games such as Untitled Goose Game could immediately capture interest, and PlayStation might consider adding its exclusive title, Astro Bot, to meet the diverse needs of players and provide enjoyable, light-hearted moments.