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Round Up: This PS Plus Game Is One of the Highest Rated Games of the Year

Big Walk, a PS Plus game, is being hailed as one of the year's best multiplayer experiences.

By · Published August 3, 2026 at 17:26 UTC · Updated August 3, 2026 at 18:24 UTC

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Source diversity sample: polygon.com · GameSpot · Game Informer · The Verge · Push Square.

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Big Walk has been released to widespread acclaim. The game's co-op mode has been singled out for praise. Polygon, GameSpot and Game Informer have all published reviews. The Verge has compared it to Breath of the Wild. Push Square has noted that it is one of the highest-rated games of the year.

The game's release on PS Plus has driven much of the attention. The Verge's comparison to Breath of the Wild has been picked up by other outlets. The game's multiplayer mode has been praised for its innovation and depth. Polygon has noted that the game has been properly reviewed by multiple players. There is disagreement over the game's specific strengths.

Polygon has focused on the game's multiplayer mode, while GameSpot has praised its co-op experience. The Verge has compared it to Breath of the Wild, but has not specified which aspects of the game are similar. Push Square has noted that it is one of the highest-rated games of the year, but has not specified the criteria for this rating. The game's developer has not yet commented on the comparisons to Breath of the Wild.

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What is Big Walk?

Big Walk is a PS Plus game that has been released to widespread acclaim for its multiplayer and co-op modes.

What has been praised about Big Walk?

The game's multiplayer and co-op modes have been singled out for praise. The Verge has compared it to Breath of the Wild.

What is the significance of Big Walk's release on PS Plus?

The game's release on PS Plus has driven much of the attention it has received. Push Square has noted that it is one of the highest-rated games of the year.

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