Bandai Namco Entertainment has officially confirmed that Soulcalibur 3 will be joining the PlayStation Plus Classics Catalog before the conclusion of 2025. While only one title has been officially announced for November's PlayStation Plus lineup, fans can expect Soulcalibur 3 to make its appearance by December at the latest.

Following the success of 1996's Soul Edge, the original Soulcalibur emerged as one of the most popular arcade titles of 1998, introducing players to a revolutionary 3D fighting experience where combatants utilized diverse melee weapons rather than traditional martial arts techniques. The game's transition to Sega Dreamcast in 1999 further amplified its popularity, securing its status as the console's second-best-selling title, surpassed only by Sonic Adventure.

Bandai Namco's announcement via social media confirms that Soulcalibur 3 will become part of the PlayStation Plus Classics Catalog before 2025 concludes. Although an exact release date remains undisclosed, the game's addition to the subscription service will grant players access to what many enthusiasts consider one of the finest entries in the Soulcalibur franchise.

Featuring an impressive roster of over 40 combatants, Soulcalibur 3 maintains the series' signature weapon-based combat system while introducing innovative gameplay modes. The game distinguishes itself with narrative-rich experiences like Tales of Souls and the strategic Chronicles of the Sword, which blends fighting mechanics with real-time strategy elements, allowing players to command troops across dynamic battlefields.

The PlayStation Plus subscription service operates across three distinct tiers—Essential, Extra, and Premium—with each level offering progressively more games, services, and benefits. For players in North America and Europe, the PlayStation Plus Classics Catalog provides a nostalgic journey through gaming history, enabling access to titles originally released for PlayStation, PlayStation 2, and PlayStation Portable on contemporary hardware.

This means subscribers seeking to experience Soulcalibur 3 will need to opt for the Premium tier, though the game will also be available for individual purchase. Both PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 consoles will support this version of Soulcalibur 3, ensuring broad accessibility for the gaming community.

While many subscribers have already compiled their PS Plus wish lists for November 2025, it remains uncertain whether Soulcalibur 3 will debut in November or December. The official roster of upcoming PS Plus titles for next month has yet to be announced, though recent store listings suggest Tomb Raider: Anniversary will join the service on November 18.