PlayStation’s Blockbuster Year: The Most Anticipated PS5 Games of 2025 and Beyond

As the PlayStation 5 continues its reign in the console market, a cascade of high-profile titles is on the horizon, promising to deliver a year of unparalleled gaming experiences. From long-awaited sequels to innovative new IPs, the PS5’s future is packed with games that will push the boundaries of graphical fidelity, storytelling, and gameplay. The following is a detailed look at the most exciting PlayStation 5 games scheduled for release in 2025 and beyond, including major exclusives and highly anticipated multi-platform titles.

2025: The Year of the AAA Blockbuster

The first half of 2025 has already seen a number of high-profile releases and announcements, but the rest of the year is where the true heavy hitters are set to land. The lineup for the final quarter of the year is particularly stacked, with several games vying for the title of “Game of the Year.”

• Ghost of Yōtei (October 2, 2025): From the developers of the critically acclaimed Ghost of Tsushima, Sucker Punch is back with a new samurai adventure. Set in 1603, over 300 years after Jin Sakai’s journey, this new title promises a gorgeous feudal Japan setting and the same mix of stealth and sword-fighting that made the original a hit.
• Little Nightmares 3 (October 10, 2025): The third installment in the dark and eerie puzzle-platformer series. Trapped in the Spiral, new protagonists Low and Alone must navigate a world of terrifying delusions and work together to survive.
• Ninja Gaiden 4 (October 21, 2025): The legendary hack-and-slash franchise returns. Developed by a collaboration between PlatinumGames and Team Ninja, this title aims to blend the series’ iconic fast-paced combat with a fresh narrative, bringing the razor-sharp action to a new generation of players.
• Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater (August 28, 2025): A highly anticipated remake of the PlayStation 2 classic. This title promises to bring the origin story of Big Boss to life with stunning new graphics, immersive stealth action, and the captivating storyline that made the original a masterpiece.
• Borderlands 4 (September 12, 2025): Gearbox’s looter-shooter franchise is back with a new installment. Players will once again take on the role of a Vault Hunter, hunting for alien treasure and blasting everything in sight in a new, epic adventure.
• Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 (November 14, 2025): The next entry in the long-running FPS franchise. While details are scarce, the game is set to deliver the high-octane action, thrilling campaign, and competitive multiplayer that fans have come to expect.

Beyond 2025: The Far Future of PS5

Looking further into the horizon, some of the most highly anticipated games don’t yet have a firm release date, but their announcements have already sent ripples of excitement throughout the gaming community. These titles represent the bleeding edge of the industry and will likely define the PS5’s legacy for years to come.

• Grand Theft Auto VI (May 26, 2026): The most anticipated game of the decade, GTA VI is set to return players to the sun-soaked, crime-ridden streets of Vice City. With dual protagonists and a new, massive open world to explore, this game is poised to be a cultural phenomenon.
• Marvel’s Wolverine (TBA): From the creators of the hit Spider-Man games, Insomniac Games is taking on another beloved Marvel character. While little is known about the game, the pedigree of the studio and the potential for a mature, brutal Wolverine game have fans eagerly waiting.
• Where Winds Meet (TBA 2025): An open-world action-adventure RPG set in feudal China. This Wuxia-inspired title promises an epic story, stunning visuals, and a complex combat system that allows players to master the art of the sword.
• The Witcher IV (TBA): The next mainline entry in the acclaimed RPG series is officially in development. While it’s still years away, CD Projekt Red is building the game on Unreal Engine 5, signaling a new era for the beloved fantasy franchise.

Additional Confirmed Titles for 2025 and Beyond

• Hollow Knight: Silksong (September 4, 2025)
• Silent Hill f (September 25, 2025)
• Jurassic World Evolution 3 (October 21, 2025)
• Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 (October 21, 2025)
• The Outer Worlds 2 (October 29, 2025)
• Monster Hunter Wilds (February 28, 2025)
• Pragmata (TBA)
• Death Stranding 2: On The Beach (TBA)

With a mix of cinematic single-player experiences, expansive open-world adventures, and highly anticipated multiplayer titles, the PS5’s future is looking incredibly bright. Gamers have a lot to look forward to in the coming months and years as developers continue to leverage the power of the console to create unforgettable new worlds and stories.