PlayStation Store Drops Free Koei Tecmo PS5 Action Game

playstationlifestyle.net Jul 16, 2026

PlayStation Store Drops Free Koei Tecmo PS5 Action Game

Curated by Shubham · TechCapsules · Jul 16, 2026

AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication

The PlayStation Store has made a free version of the 2026 PS5 action game Dead or Alive 6: Last Round Core Fighters available worldwide. The game includes playable characters like Kasumi, Marie Rose, Honoka, and NiCO. Progress from this free version can be carried over to the full game, though story and character unlock keys from earlier editions are not compatible with the new version.

💡 Why It Matters

· This move by Koei Tecmo lowers the barrier to entry for a complex 3D fighting game, potentially expanding its player base.
· By offering core gameplay for free, the company encourages new players to try the game before committing to the full purchase.

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