Update: Deep Rock Galactic on PlayStation 5 will get new features thanks to the DualSense controller

Update, 12/31/21:

PlayStation announced earlier this week that Deep Rock Galactic, as well as Persona 5 Strikers and Dirt 5, will be PlayStation Plus titles in January 2022, and now, new details about one of the games have been announced. release.

As first reported by VG247, Deep Rock Galactic will contain some PlayStation 5 exclusive features thanks to the console’s DualSense controller. More specifically, the DualSense touchpad can be used to control the Terrain Scanner in the game. Additionally, the controller’s built-in speaker can be used by the characters to give you commands as if the spoken characters were actually using the radio to communicate with you, as one might when Dig deep into the terrain of an alien planet.

For more on the game, check out Game informant Review of Deep Rock Galactic.

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Original story, 12/29/21:

The first series of PlayStation Plus games have been revealed. Are you a lover of Persona experiences, arcade racing and/or co-op? If so, January looks to be your month.

Persona 5 strikers title of the month. The sequel to the acclaimed Persona 5 debuted in February and focuses on the Joker and the gang embarking on a cross-country road trip. Developed by Dynasty Warriors producer Omega Force, the gameplay shifts to frenetic hack-n-slash action instead of the turn-based battles of its predecessor. You can read ours Positive review of Persona 5 Strikers here.

Deep Rock Galactic is a beloved co-op shooter available only on Xbox and PC. This marks the launch of the game on PS5/PS4. Up to four players play as dwarf miners of different classes to mine underground caves for gems while battling giant alien bugs. Deep Rock Galactic’s exciting combination of resource gathering and combat has earned us an 8.5 out of 10 rating, you can Read more about it here.

Final, Dirt 5 brings its off-road racing franchise to PS Plus. The latest installment in the series boasts a community-chosen career mode, community-created courses, and tight arcade-style racing. To learn more about what Dirt 5 has to offer, Check out our review.

All three games arrive on January 4th. If you haven’t already, don’t forget to grab it December’s PS Plus Game of the Month – Godfall: Challenger Edition, Mortal Shell and Lego DC Super-Villains – before they go out.