Forspoken, despite its free PS Plus offering, continues to spark heated debate among players, nearly a year after its release.

The December 2024 PS Plus Extra and Premium additions, including Forspoken and Sonic Frontiers, generated surprisingly positive initial feedback. However, this enthusiasm quickly waned for some. Many players abandoned Forspoken after only a few hours, criticizing the "ridiculous dialogue" and weak storyline. While others appreciated the combat, parkour, and exploration, the general feeling is that the narrative significantly detracts from the overall experience.

It seems the free PS Plus release hasn't revived Forspoken's fortunes. The game's inconsistent quality remains a major sticking point. The action RPG follows Frey, a New Yorker transported to the breathtaking yet perilous land of Athia. Armed with newfound magical abilities, Frey must navigate this vast world, battle formidable creatures, and defeat powerful matriarchs known as the Tants, all in a desperate attempt to return home.