Some gamers on PlayStation 5 can now claim a special gift for the holidays through the Sony console, but only certain users will be eligible. The Sony platform has offered plenty of unique perks for its legions of players throughout the holiday season, ranging from big sales on some of its hottest games to several smaller gifts. The PlayStation 5's holiday sale discounted a plethora of 2025's most popular games, like ARC Raiders and Battlefield 6, while Ghost of Yotei gave fans some special free avatars of its main characters. Now, Sony fans are getting another surprise present for a service featured on the console.
Beyond its array of games, Sony gives fans plenty more to do on the PlayStation 5, much like many other modern consoles. The device houses a full suite of services for fans to enjoy their favorite TV shows and movies, featuring popular streaming platforms like Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, and more. Sony even makes some music streaming services available through the PS5, with players able to listen to Apple Music and Spotify directly from the console. Sony's newest gift for the holiday season is giving fans the chance to claim a free trial of Apple Music for a limited time.
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PS5 Users Can Get Free Apple Music Subscription
Sony is officially giving PlayStation users the chance to claim three free months of Apple Music through the platform for a limited time. The offer simply requires fans to sign in to Apple Music using the Sony console, available both to new subscribers to Apple Music and some past subscribers. The app does not clarify how pre-existing accounts can be eligible for the free music, though the perk is likely limited to returning subscribers who have not used Apple Music for an extended period of time. The offer is notably exclusive to players accessing the streaming app through the PlayStation 5 and will only be available until March 18.
How to Claim Free PS5 Apple Music Subscription
- Download and open the Apple Music app on PS5
- Sign in with your existing Apple account or make a new account
- Three free months of Apple Music available only to new and "qualified returning" subscribers
- Available until March 18, 2026
A free subscription to Apple Music will likely serve as the perfect gift to many players on PlayStation 5. The platform currently boasts more than 100 million songs for fans to choose from, ranging from the most popular songs of today to obscure indie artists. Apple Music's integration on PS5 even features a built-in app players can use while playing other games, able to find a suitable accompaniment for any mood. The promotion is not the first time Sony has partnered with Apple as well, previously offering similar promotions allowing fans to try out Apple Music for free.
Sony Had a Big 2025 With Lots in Store for 2026
Sony's holiday festivities come at the end of a big year for the platform, filled with major releases and new milestones. The PS5-exclusive Death Stranding 2 took the gaming world by storm following its June release, seeing universal acclaim including a nomination for Game of the Year at The Game Awards. Sucker Punch Production's Ghost of Yotei saw similar praise from fans and critics alike, capturing seven different nominations at the awards show. The PS5 also posted some major sales achievements throughout the year, most recently cracking the 80 million units sold mark in August 2025.
Sony and the PS5 look to have big plans on the horizon, with lots in store for fans in 2026. Insomniac's next big Marvel adventure is currently expected to release as a PS5 exclusive, with the highly-anticipated Marvel's Wolverine scheduled to launch in 2026. One of Microsoft's most iconic gaming franchises will also be arriving to a Sony platform for the first time in 2026, with the release of Halo: Campaign Evolved as a remake of the original Halo. Plenty of big multi-platform releases are expected to launch on PS5 as well, including 007: First Light, Pragmata, and Resident Evil Requiem, among many others. 2026 should be another big year for the PS5 with plenty to be excited about coming soon.