Forspoken, despite its free PS Plus offering nearly a year post-launch, continues to spark heated player discussions. Even those who acquired it for free are debating its value as fiercely as those who paid full price.

The December 2024 PS Plus Extra and Premium additions, including Forspoken and Sonic Frontiers, generated surprisingly positive initial feedback. However, this enthusiasm waned for some Forspoken players. Many abandoned the game after just a few hours, citing poor writing and unconvincing dialogue as major drawbacks. While others appreciated the combat, parkour, and exploration, the overall sentiment suggests that the narrative and dialogue significantly detract from the experience.

It seems unlikely that the PS Plus release will revitalize Forspoken's fortunes. The game's inconsistent quality remains a significant hurdle. The action RPG follows Frey, a New Yorker transported to the breathtaking yet perilous land of Athia. There, she must master newfound magical abilities to navigate the vast landscape, combat monstrous creatures, and defeat powerful matriarchs known as the Tantas, all in a desperate attempt to return home.