Sea of Stars: Free DLC and Sale (PlayStation News)

Sea of Stars continues to impress fans of classic-style turn-based games. The 2023 hit has now added a brand-new expansion called Throws of the Watchmaker. This free DLC brings over eight hours of new content. Sabotage Studio could have easily charged for this update, but they chose to give it away at no cost. That’s two free expansions now, following Dawn of the Equinox.

In this new chapter, players take on a carnival-themed side adventure inside a miniature clockwork world. The Solstice Warriors must deal with a cursed environment, hostile puppets, and their own darker sides. With fresh enemies, puzzles, and visual designs, this new area feels distinct from the base game.

Gameplay changes reflect the circus setting. Zale becomes a juggler, Valerie turns into an acrobat, and both unlock new damage types and abilities. These new classes also open up a different approach to battles. There’s even a new playable character and support for couch co-op with up to three players.

Music plays a big role in Sea of Stars. Guest composer Yasunori Mitsuda has returned with a new soundtrack, joined by Sabotage’s Eric W. Brown. The result is a rich audio experience that adds depth to the expansion.

Sea of Stars is also discounted right now. The base game costs $22.74 on the PlayStation Store and just $19.24 for PlayStation Plus members. This deal, along with the free DLC, makes it one of the best-value RPGs on the platform this month.

PS Plus Extra Games with Free DLC

In other PlayStation News,  the May 2025 PlayStation Plus Extra lineup includes several games that now offer free bonus content. While opinions vary on the value of Plus Premium, the Extra tier still delivers worthwhile updates for many.

Among the highlights is Sand Land. This action RPG includes a new decal set and a main weapon pack. You can personalize vehicles and tanks with unique designs and offensive options.

Soul Hackers 2 also adds free content this month. Players get a useful item pack and a new difficulty mode. While the game didn’t win over everyone, it has a loyal fanbase that appreciates its soundtrack, characters, and plot.

Story of Seasons: A Wonderful Life now includes a free costume pack. Though a smaller addition, it fits the relaxing nature of the farming sim and adds variety to player customization.

These updates may not steal headlines, but they offer solid reasons to revisit each title. With free content like this, the PS Plus Extra tier becomes a better value for fans of RPGs and simulation games alike.

Lies of P Adds Difficulty Modes and Boss Rush (PlayStation News)

Lies of P is getting a massive free update alongside its paid expansion, Overture. The expansion adds 15–20 hours of new content, but even players who skip the DLC can enjoy a large batch of changes at no cost.

Two new difficulty modes—Butterfly’s Guidance and Awakened Puppet—make the game more approachable. This move may divide opinion, but it helps open the experience to a wider group of players. Soulslike games are known for their steep challenge, and not everyone wants to battle through at the highest level.

For those who enjoy high-difficulty content, the update adds a boss rush mode called Battle Memories. After clearing the main story once, players can access this mode from the Hotel Krat stargazer. You can challenge any boss from the base game and the expansion in five different difficulty tiers.

The new Death March feature turns up the pressure. Players face three bosses back to back with limited items. It’s designed for those who want a punishing test of endurance and skill.

Whether you’re after an easier entry point or looking to prove your mastery, Lies of P now supports both approaches. And with the $30 Overture expansion on the way, there’s plenty to look forward to.

Between Sea of Stars’ free DLC, PS Plus content drops, and the Lies of P update, May has been packed with surprises for PlayStation fans. Players who enjoy turn-based RPGs and Soulslike action have a lot to dig into. With deep discounts, free expansions, and new gameplay modes, this month’s PlayStation offerings bring a lot of value to the table.