You can now play one of the most controversial PS4 and PS5 exclusives of 2024 for free

Today more than ever, online video games have a very difficult time finding an audience and succeeding due to excess competition. Indeed, many companies adopt a model free-to-play in an attempt to make their projects bear fruit and have a long future. After a failed premiere, Square Enix found it necessary to change strategy with one of its most recent releases.

We refer to FOAMSTARSthe criticized competitive multiplayer inspired by Nintendo’s Splatoon. Let us remember that it officially debuted in February 2024 exclusively for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5but it seems like you had a hard time creating a long-term community.

Let us remember that the online title was launched as a premium proposal that cost $29.99 USDbut those who had an active PS Plus subscription had the opportunity to add it to their library for free during its release month. After that period, interested players had to buy it.

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FOAMSTARS becomes a free video game on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5

According to a report, FOAMSTARS lost about 95% of its user base in just 2 months, while the Japanese company confirmed that it did not meet commercial expectations. These seem to be the reasons why it abandoned the premium format and became a free-to-play experience.

At the end of August, Square Enix reported that the multiplayer title with an anime aesthetic would become a free game at the beginning of this month. Those who got it through PlayStation Plus or purchased it before the transition had the opportunity to claim a collection of free items.

Starting October 4th, FOAMSTARS It can be downloaded for free on the PS Store for PS4 and PS5. Another good news is that a subscription to the Sony service is no longer required to access the online modalities, as is the case with the rest of the platform’s free-to-play proposals.

The transition to the free format coincides with the premiere of Diamond Jam, the 8th season of the competitive game that introduces Diamond Tokens and the Diamond Market, where these currencies can be exchanged in exchange for skins, emotes and other items. Those who log in will be able to claim these rewards.

The new season also features 5 maps for the Destroy the Star game mode. Those who have the corresponding Battle Pass will receive a free skin for Don Barista’s foam gun, an outfit for Merino and other items.

Of course, it remains to be seen whether FOAMSTARS will be able to recover with the change of format. Before its release, it received criticism for its similarities to Splatoon and its use of artificial intelligence. Likewise, it was the target of negative reviews due to the high price of its cosmetic items.

But tell us, will you finally give this game a chance? Let us read you in the comments.

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