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Celebrate PlayStation Plus’s 15th anniversary with an exclusive avatar and gaming tournament available only on PS5 for a limited time
PlayStation fans, now’s your time to shine—and score some exclusive digital loot along the way! To mark 15 years of PlayStation Plus, Sony is throwing a massive month-long gaming celebration just for PS5 users. And yes, there’s a sleek new avatar up for grabs—but only for a limited time.
Celebrate 15 Years of PlayStation Plus with Style
On June 29, PlayStation Plus turned 15, and Sony is commemorating the milestone in true gamer fashion: with an epic global tournament and a special avatar that’s available to anyone who joins in. This exclusive avatar blends the iconic PS Plus logo with a bold “15th Anniversary” tagline, all layered over a vibrant collage of PlayStation titles—a true digital badge of honor for loyal subscribers.
But don’t wait too long! This celebratory avatar is only available to earn until July 31, 2025. After that, it’s gone for good.
How to Get the Anniversary Avatar?
Getting your hands on the avatar is easy—but there are a few things to know:
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You need to be at least 18 years old
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You must have an active PlayStation Plus membership, no matter the tier (Essential, Extra, or Premium)
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Participation is only available on PS5—so if you’re still gaming on a PS4, you’ll have to sit this one out
To sign up, head to the Game Hub on your PS5, find the PlayStation Plus 15th Anniversary Cup, and enroll. Once you’re in, the avatar is yours to keep—even if you don’t play a single match.
Game On: What’s in the Tournament?
The PlayStation Plus 15th Anniversary Cup isn’t just a celebration—it’s a full-blown competition. Spanning over a month and split into three stages, the cup features 10 major titles across different genres. Here’s the updated game schedule:
Current Matches (June 28 – July 9):
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College Football 25
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Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves
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EA Sports FC 25
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Mortal Kombat 1
Next Round (July 10 – July 20):
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NBA 2K25
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Tekken 8
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Madden 25
Final Stretch (July 21 – July 31):
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College Football 26
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Guilty Gear -Strive-
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UFC 5
While every participant scores the avatar, other digital prizes are on the line for top performers. These vary by game, region, and ranking. Winners will receive PlayStation Store vouchers sent via system notifications within days of each tournament’s end. Just a heads up: those notifications expire after 30 days, so don’t miss your chance to redeem them!
Important Notes Before You Dive In
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The tournament is open in most of the 69 PSN-supported countries, but not all. Some, like Croatia, are currently excluded.
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If you’re still gaming on a PS4, unfortunately, this event isn’t available to you—Sony is keeping this one next-gen only.
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The biggest chunk of PS Plus growth in 2025 is coming from Premium members, but again, all tiers are eligible to join in and earn the avatar.
Don’t Miss Out
Whether you’re a die-hard PlayStation competitor or just want to snag a cool collectible avatar to flex on your profile, this event is your chance to join a global celebration of PlayStation’s legacy. The clock’s ticking—July 31 is your last day to participate.
So power up your PS5, enroll in the 15th Anniversary Cup, and let the games begin!
