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  • Bradley Thomas

PlayStation Celebrates 30 Years with Fan-Favorite Throwbacks and New Experiences

PlayStation 30th Anniversary

Get ready to reminisce and experience the joy of PlayStation in all-new ways! Sony Interactive Entertainment is kicking off a celebration of PlayStation's 30th anniversary with a lineup of exciting activities and releases designed to thank their dedicated community.




Gran Turismo

A Trip Down Memory Lane:

  • My First GT: This holiday season, a free trial version of Gran Turismo will arrive on PS5 and PS4. Designed for players of all skill levels, this nostalgic homage will feature iconic cars, tracks, and races that capture the essence of the original Gran Turismo experience.

  • Digital Game Soundtracks: Starting in October, a collection of digital soundtracks from beloved PlayStation franchises will be released on Spotify and various digital storefronts. The lineup includes legendary titles like God of War, Twisted Metal, and Starhawk.


Shapes of Play

New Ways to Play:

  • Shapes of Play: Launching in December, this collection of unique PlayStation-themed merchandise offers fun ways to interact with your favorite console shapes. Shapes of Play: Battle is a strategic board game, Shapes of Play: Create lets you build with magnetic blocks, and Shapes of Play: Recharge provides a fun way to unwind after conquering a tough game. Pre-orders begin today!


Free Online Multiplayer and Esports Tournaments:

Mark your calendars! On September 21st and 22nd, PlayStation will host a free online multiplayer weekend. During this time, you can enjoy online multiplayer for your favorite PS5 and PS4 games without requiring a PlayStation Plus membership.


PSN Free Weekend

The same weekend will also see a series of exciting PS5 esports tournaments featuring popular titles like NBA 2K24, Tekken 8, and Guilty Gear Strive. Players who qualify and compete can win special 30th-anniversary themed avatars and other in-game prizes.


This is just the beginning! Stay tuned for more announcements as PlayStation continues to celebrate its 30th anniversary with the incredible community that made it all possible.

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