Sony has announced the PlayStation Plus lineup for July 2026, and this month pairs a major shooter with two well-regarded indie picks: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, the co-op roguelike For the King II, and sleeper action-RPG hit CrossCode. All three games go live July 7 for Essential, Extra, and Premium subscribers alike, and can be claimed through August 3 — download before the window closes and the games stay in your library even after canceling.

This Month's Lineup at a Glance
The three games span very different genres and eras — a big-budget FPS release next to an eight-year-old indie standout.
| Game | Genre | Developer | Original Release |
|---|---|---|---|
| Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III | FPS | Sledgehammer Games | November 10, 2023 |
| For the King II | Roguelike RPG | IronOak Games | November 2, 2023 (PC) / December 12, 2024 (consoles) |
| CrossCode | Action RPG | Radical Fish Games | 2018 (PC) / July 2020 (PS4) |
Modern Warfare III — Restored Maps and a New Zombies Mode
The headline title is 2023's Modern Warfare III. Its multiplayer restores all 16 original maps from 2009's Modern Warfare 2 with upgraded visuals, and the game introduced an open-world Zombies mode where multiple squads can team up for the first time in franchise history, expanding the co-op offering considerably. The campaign continues the story from the previous entry.
For the King II — Four-Player Co-op Roguelike
For the King II is a turn-based roguelike RPG set in the procedurally generated kingdom of Fahrul, playable solo or with up to four players in co-op. It expands significantly on the original's combat systems and visual style. The PC version launched in November 2023, with PS5 and Xbox ports following in December 2024.
CrossCode — An 83-Rated Indie Gem
CrossCode blends 16-bit SNES-style visuals with a sci-fi story and a puzzle-combat hybrid system. It holds an 83 on Metacritic for its PS4 release and continues to be cited as one of the best-crafted indie action-RPGs, even eight years later. For anyone who missed it the first time, this is a solid entry point.
How and When to Claim
All three titles are available to every tier at once, with no split between Essential and the higher plans.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Available from | July 7, 2026 |
| Claim deadline | August 3, 2026 |
| Eligible tiers | Essential, Extra, Premium (identical) |
| Note | Must be downloaded before the deadline to keep it after canceling |
Why This Lineup Matters
Pairing a major shooter with two well-regarded indies gives this month's PS Plus lineup better balance than several recent rotations. Modern Warfare III's inclusion is notable as its first time in a subscription service since launch, which should meaningfully expand its player base. Among indie fans, the CrossCode pick has already sparked a wave of renewed appreciation for the game.
GamePeak Summary
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Lineup | Modern Warfare III, For the King II, CrossCode |
| Availability window | July 7 – August 3, 2026 |
| Eligibility | All PlayStation Plus tiers |
| Worth watching | Modern Warfare III's first subscription appearance, CrossCode rediscovery |
July's PlayStation Plus lineup balances a big new release with a genuinely great indie catalog, giving subscribers a strong reason to check in before next month's games are announced.
