Nearly a year after its release, Forspoken continues to stir up debate among gamers, even as it becomes available for free through PS Plus. The discussions around its value are just as heated among those who experienced it for free as those who paid full price.

When PlayStation LifeStyle announced the PS Plus Extra and Premium lineup for December 2024, there was a surprisingly positive reaction from the gaming community. Many players expressed excitement about trying Forspoken and Sonic Frontiers. However, the reception to Forspoken has been mixed. Some players who tried it for free quickly abandoned the game after a few hours, criticizing its 'ridiculous dialogue' and weak storyline. On the other hand, some players stuck with it, appreciating the engaging combat, parkour, and exploration elements. Yet, the general consensus seems to be that Forspoken becomes unbearable if one focuses on the story and dialogue.

It appears that even the inclusion in PS Plus won't revive Forspoken's fortunes, as the game suffers from inconsistency. In Forspoken, an action role-playing game, Frey, a young woman from New York, finds herself transported to the perilous yet beautiful world of Athia. To find her way back home, Frey must harness her newfound magical abilities to navigate the expansive landscape, fight off monstrous creatures, and defeat powerful matriarchs known as the Tantas.