The games in question areJump Force, Nioh,andStreets of Rage 4,with the trio of titles available to stream in 1080p thanks toa recently announced update coming to PS4 and PS5 consoles. Each game brings something a little different to the table, whether that’s challenging boss battles, over-the-top anime brawls, or retro side-scrolling action.
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For those who haven’t played it,Jump Forceis an anime fighting game that pits iconic characters from various franchises against each other. Players have the option to get stuck into a story mode or battle against their friends, with the game offering the opportunity to create dream match-ups such asDragon Ball Z’sGoku vs Naruto orHunter x Hunter’sGon vsMy Hero Academia’sDeku. Other roster members hail from franchises such asBleach, Yugioh, One-Piece, Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure, City HunterandYu Yu Hakusho.The game will be available on PlayStation Now until June 24, 2025.
As forNioh,the game is a punishing action-adventure developed by Team Ninja. It allows players to assume the role of William Adams, as the fearless warrior battles imposing demons and intimidating bosses. The game has gone on to become something of a cult classic, attracting fans of punishing games with its brutal combat and unique Sengoku-period Japan setting. The title went on to spawn a sequel throughNioh 2,which expanded on the style and gameplay of its predecessor. BothNiohand its sequel got next-generation ports back in February of this year.
Finally,Streets of Rage 4is a retro callback to the iconic beat ‘em ups of yesteryear, sporting a vivid animated art style, satisfying combat, and a catchy, 90s inspired soundtrack. The title became a hit when it released last year, generating positive reactions from critics and fans, with reactions celebrating its charming revival of such a beloved genre.Streets of Rage 4will stick around on PlayStation Now until June 22, 2025.
The new trio of games will joinPlayStation Now’s current lineup, which also boasts the likes ofHorizon Zero Dawn,Detroit: Become Human, Bloodborne,andHollow Knight.It also has a range of classic PlayStation 3 games players can stream, including theUnchartedtrilogy,The Last of Us,BioShock, Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time,and many more.
