--- title: "What are the free PlayStation Plus games for June 2021?" language: en type: Explainer platform: PlayStation canonical: https://ar-pay.com/blog/en/articles/what-free-playstation-plus-games-june/ --- # What are the free PlayStation Plus games for June 2021? The PlayStation games that are released every month for free to PlayStation Plus subscribers are now available for download through the PlayStation Store, after Sony announced the list of free games for PlayStation Plus subscribers for the month of June of this year 2021. This list includes only three titles, one for the PlayStation 5 (Operation: Tango) and the other two for the PlayStation 4 (Virtua Fighter 5: Ultimate Showdown and Star Wars: Squadrons). It is worth noting that Virtua Fighter 5: Ultimate Showdown will be available to PlayStation Plus subscribers for two consecutive months, until the beginning of next August of this year 2021. Also, PlayStation 5 owners can play all PlayStation 4 games by using the pre-compatibility feature available on the PlayStation 5 device. ## First: About Operation: Tango (for PlayStation Plus subscribers) Operation: Tango is a cooperative puzzle and adventure game. The story of the game revolves around the idea of espionage, and you and your companion must strive to complete and accomplish many difficult and dangerous missions assigned to you around the world. The game takes place in a future that is controlled by advanced technology. The game relies on cooperating in a team of two players, becoming a hacker agent, and you and your friend work together to infiltrate and investigate to eliminate the evil forces that threaten the safety of the world. By working together and by voice communication with each other. The game requires all players to have access to a microphone to communicate with each other while playing.   ## Second: About Virtua Fighter 5: Ultimate Showdown (for PlayStation Plus subscribers on PlayStation 4) Developed by Sega AM2 and Ryu Ga Gotoku, Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown is an improved version of the original that was first launched in 2007 on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. While the basic gameplay will remain the same in the new version of the game, along with more new modifications and improvements in terms of the technical and graphics aspect of the game. The new version of the game includes new music in every stage of the game. It also features a new lighting and shadows system with a new user interface, along with a new opening cinematic scene at the beginning of the game. The Japanese company Capcom has confirmed that the Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown game will support the multiplayer mode, through the possibility of the player participating in a tournament of up to 16 players. ## Third: About Star Wars: Squadrons (for PlayStation Plus subscribers on PlayStation 4) Star Wars Squadrons is an action game developed by Motive Studios and published by Electronic Arts. The story of the game revolves around the basic idea of the hostility and the ongoing struggle between rulers and rebels in the world of Star Wars Squadrons. The player must choose between one of the two sides and fight for it. The gameplay in Star Wars: Squadrons is wonderful and very exciting, by playing the character of the pilot of the vehicle, and having a very realistic experience, although the story of the game is completely fictional. The vehicle contains a number of items and features that require the player to control each of them. Finally, we have provided you with the list of games that will be released to [PlayStation Plus subscribers on both the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5](https://ar-pay.news/en/gaming/playstation-news-gaming/ps4-and-ps5-new-games/) during the month of June 2021. Which you can enjoy until the beginning of July, with the exception of the game Virtua Fighter 5: Ultimate Showdown that extends to the beginning of next August . And that is by subscribing to the PlayStation Plus service by charging [PlayStation](https://ar-pay.com/en/playstation) Plus cards from ar-pay at the best prices. Our website also provides you with the surest and easiest way to get all kinds of prepaid gift cards at the best prices and discounts in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and in all price categories. ## Quick overview: what you get in June 2021 Sony’s June 2021 PlayStation Plus lineup includes three games: one PS5 title (Operation: Tango) and two PS4 titles (Virtua Fighter 5: Ultimate Showdown and Star Wars: Squadrons). If you own a PS5, the article also notes that you can play PS4 games through the backward compatibility feature, so the PS4 titles still matter for PS5 owners. ## Which game should you start with? If you want the most efficient way to enjoy the month, pick the title that matches your play style first. The three games cover very different experiences: co-op puzzle espionage, competitive fighting, and sci-fi space combat. Starting with the one that fits your preference makes the “free games” month feel more valuable, instead of leaving downloads untouched. - Start with Operation: Tango if you want a two-player co-op puzzle adventure built around teamwork and voice communication. - Start with Virtua Fighter 5: Ultimate Showdown if you want classic fighting gameplay with technical and visual improvements and tournament-style multiplayer up to 16 players. - Start with Star Wars: Squadrons if you want action-focused vehicle piloting with a Rebel vs Empire conflict theme and a more “hands-on cockpit” style of play. ## Timing matters: how long are these games available? The article highlights an important timing detail: most June games can be enjoyed until the beginning of July, but Virtua Fighter 5: Ultimate Showdown remains available for two consecutive months, extending until the beginning of August 2021. If you plan to download later, this gives Virtua Fighter a longer window than the other titles. ## Practical tips for Operation: Tango players Operation: Tango is designed around two-player cooperation, and the article stresses a key requirement: players need access to a microphone to communicate during gameplay. Because the missions are described as difficult and dangerous, teamwork and clear voice coordination are not optional—they are part of the game’s core loop. 1. Make sure both players have a working microphone before starting. 2. Plan to play as a coordinated pair, since the game relies on two roles working together (including a hacker agent role). ## Why Virtua Fighter 5: Ultimate Showdown is a standout here Virtua Fighter 5: Ultimate Showdown is presented as an improved version of a 2007 release, keeping the same basic gameplay while adding technical and graphical improvements. The article also mentions new stage music, a new lighting and shadows system, a new user interface, and a new opening cinematic scene. For multiplayer fans, it notes tournament participation up to 16 players. ## Extra FAQs ### Do PS5 owners benefit from the PS4 games in this lineup? Yes. The article states PS5 owners can play PS4 games using the backward compatibility feature, so the PS4 titles still apply. ### Which game stays available longer than the others? Virtua Fighter 5: Ultimate Showdown, which the article says remains available for two consecutive months until the beginning of August 2021. ### What’s the one must-have requirement for Operation: Tango? A microphone for voice communication, since the game’s co-op structure relies on it. ## Summary box June 2021 PlayStation Plus includes Operation: Tango (PS5), Virtua Fighter 5: Ultimate Showdown (PS4), and Star Wars: Squadrons (PS4). PS5 owners can still play the PS4 titles via backward compatibility. Most games are available until the beginning of July, while Virtua Fighter extends until the beginning of August. For the best experience, pick the title that matches your style first, and remember Operation: Tango is built around two-player teamwork and requires voice communication.