TOP-20 Most Anticipated Games on PS4 and PS5 in 2025

2024 was not the best year for Sony overall, but the first half turned out to be successful. Firstly, there was the unexpected success of Helldivers 2 with high online numbers and a perfect start on PC. Secondly, the release of the second remake of Final Fantasy 7 with the subtitle Rebirth was well received by both players and critics. Thirdly, Stellar Blade and Black Myth: Wukong not only exceeded all expectations but also became almost the main reason to dust off the PlayStation 5.

Then came Concord, which overshadowed all of Sony's victories in the first two quarters. The game not only «failed» on all fronts but also led to the closure of the entire Firewalk studio. Following that, Astro Bot was released, which, although liked by the public and received several awards, including «Game of the Year» at The Game Awards, did not bring significant profit to the corporation. And at the end of the year, the launch of the PlayStation 5 Pro took place — Sony's most controversial console. It is undoubtedly the most powerful in the generation, but many games look worse on it than on the base version (all due to the raw PSSR technology). Additionally, the console's central processor remained unchanged, which ties developers' hands in creating improved versions for already released projects.

Anyway, 2024 is in the past, which means it's time to look into 2025 and find out what we will be playing in the new season. In this article, we have compiled a list of the most anticipated games on PS4 and PS5.

First, we will talk about exclusive projects from Sony, and then smoothly transition to multiplatform.

Ghost of Yotei is the upcoming sequel to the action-adventure Ghost of Tsushima, developed by Sucker Punch Productions. The game is set in 1603, more than 300 years after the events of the previous game, in the region surrounding Mount Yōtei in Hokkaido, Japan. The main protagonist will be a female warrior named Atsu, who will take on the persona of the «Ghost». The main plot will focus on the theme of «outsider's revenge», and players will have more control over the narrative than in the first part. Ghost of Yōtei is expected to introduce new mechanics and gameplay improvements, including the introduction of firearms into the combat system. Currently, it is Sony's main exclusive for 2025. There is no exact date yet, so fingers crossed and hope the project will be released this fall.

Marvel's Wolverine is a long-awaited action-adventure game from the creators of Marvel's Spider-Man. The game was announced back in September 2021 without any specific information. Two years later, hackers stole an early build and released it publicly. From it, we learned that we are in for a large-scale adventure where Logan will visit Canada, Alaska, Japan, and Madripoor. The game will feature pseudo-open locations, stealth missions, investigations using keen hearing and smell, intense battles, parkour, and missions for Jean Grey. In addition to the single-player campaign, a cooperative «Survival» mode will be added to the game. Wolverine does not have a specific release date, but analysts and insiders unanimously claim that it will be released in 2025. We can only wait for a new trailer and official details.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is the upcoming sequel to Hideo Kojima's magnum opus, where we will once again carry boxes and crates across huge and beautiful, yet empty locations. Developers promise an even deeper narrative that will touch on the consequences of human connections and existential questions. We don't have many details on gameplay changes yet, as Kojima has been showing actors and cutscenes at all presentations. Most likely, we will get more action elements, as they were lacking in the original game. In any case, the release is just around the corner.

Marathon is an upcoming sci-fi PvPvE shooter with loot and survival elements, developed by Bungie, creators of the Halo universe and the Destiny duology. This game will be a «soft» reboot of the Marathon series of games that were released in the 1990s with a modern focus on competitive multiplayer gameplay. In this multiplayer project, users will take on the role of «Runners», cybernetic mercenaries exploring a mysterious ghost ship orbiting a lost colony. Players need to collect valuable artifacts in a dynamic and constantly changing environment. Hostile NPCs and other players will interfere with gamers. In short, it's Hunt: Showdown in a sci-fi wrapper with gunplay from Destiny. Developers promised to conduct a beta test this spring and release the full version by the end of 2025.

God of War: Greek Saga is an updated classic trilogy of God of War with additional offshoots from the main series, which is set to release exclusively on PlayStation 5. The remaster is being developed by Nixxes Software, the studio that previously released the reissue of Horizon Zero Dawn. A full announcement of the collection is expected in March 2025, with the release closer to autumn. A real treat for gamers who have completed Kratos' adventure duology but, for some reason, missed his «bloody march» through Ancient Greece. We definitely need such a remaster!

Fairgame$ is an upcoming cooperative PvE action game with heist elements in the spirit of Payday. The game is being developed by Haven Studios under the leadership of the well-known Jade Raymond, who brought us the Assassin's Creed series. The project offers a modern take on the heist genre with sandbox elements, where creativity and professionalism are paramount. Each location will dynamically change and offer unexpected conditions. After the unsuccessful Concord, we are particularly cautious about Fairgame$. In any case, there is a significant lack of cooperative games on PlayStation, especially quality ones.

Ballad of Antara is a Chinese clone of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice from the creators of Pascal’s Wager. The game will take place in a distant land engulfed by a mysterious fog-like phenomenon. Users will embark on a dangerous adventure to find divine beings and restore the land to its original state. Developers have promised to implement a diverse and thoughtful combat system with several unique classes and cooperative interaction. Visually, Ballad of Antara looks very impressive. Much more vibrant and detailed than all the latest FromSoftware games. We'll see how the project performs on PS5. The release is this year.

The Midnight Walk is an upcoming adventure game in a dark fantasy setting, developed by MoonHood studio. Users, in the role of the «Scorched», will embark on a journey through a world entirely made of clay. They will always be accompanied by a living lantern capable of illuminating the path in very dark and eerie locations. The main gameplay focuses on survival and strategy. Players need to defeat monsters with their wits and logic, not brute force. The distinctive feature of The Midnight Walk is its unique visual style. The release is planned for 2025, and the game will also be available on PlayStation VR2.

A selection of games from third-party publishers that will be released on PlayStation 5 in 2025.

Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) is the «hottest» project of 2025. The events of the game will unfold on the neon-lit streets of Vice City. It is expected that GTA 6 will feature the largest and most exciting world in the series. The game will be released exclusively on PS5 and Xbox Series consoles, which means that this year you will have a 100% reason to boast to PC owners. The latter will not receive GTA 6 until the following year.

DOOM: The Dark Ages is the second most important game of 2025 after GTA 6. A prequel to the reboot of DOOM and DOOM Eternal. The main plot will take place in a techno-medieval world, where players will learn the origins of the Doom Slayer. The project will retain the dynamic, movement-oriented action, but adapted to the unusual setting for the series. We will get completely new weapons and abilities that have not appeared in previous games. The release of The Dark Ages will take place in 2025. Despite being a Microsoft release, the project will be available on PlayStation 5. Hooray!

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is an upcoming remake of the classic 2004 game Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater. Developers are faithfully recreating the original experience while implementing improvements that meet modern standards. The game is being developed on Unreal Engine 5 and, judging by recent gameplay presentations, looks very impressive. After last year's release of Silent Hill 2, we have a small portion of trust in the «revived after a long slumber» Konami. Perhaps we will get another good remake that will delight us just as much as the original did in its time. The release is this year.

Elden Ring Nightreign is a cooperative session-based Souls-like game from FromSoftware. The project will be a standalone spin-off in the Elden Ring universe, where the main events will unfold on a procedurally generated map with assets from the studio's previous games. Nightreign features a single-player mode and a cooperative mode for three players. Players must level up their characters and prepare them for a final boss battle over three in-game days. There will be eight ready-made heroes with unique skills and abilities. Registration for the beta test opens on January 10, with testing taking place in February. The release is likely to be closer to fall.

Assassin's Creed Shadows is the most important release for Ubisoft. If it fails in sales, nothing will save the developers from subsequent unfortunate events. There are many reasons why the game might not appeal to the audience. Just remember last year's controversies surrounding the black samurai Yasuke and the katana from a popular anime in the historical setting of feudal Japan. Apart from the scandals and debates, we are in for a trademark series game with parkour, stealth, upgrades, and environmental interaction. Seasons and various weather conditions that affect gameplay will appear in the environment. The release is already in February this year. Let's stock up on popcorn and wait.

Monster Hunter Wilds is the long-awaited continuation of the iconic series, where players must hunt giant monsters and travel through dangerous worlds accompanied by anthropomorphic cats. The game takes place in the «Forbidden Lands» with diverse biomes and dynamic ecosystems. The new installment will feature a more structured narrative with charismatic characters and improved interactions between NPCs and players. Wilds looks very good and is sure to become a hit. You can check it out at the end of February this year.

Borderlands 4 is the fourth installment of the most famous looter shooter. The action will unfold on an entirely new planet ruled by a ruthless tyrant known as the «Time Keeper». Gamers will encounter a variety of enemies, including mechanical monsters, bandits, and beasts. Specific details regarding the gameplay are still unknown, but it is expected that the game will retain the series' signature features, including four unique characters, an extensive arsenal, and exploration of large open spaces. Players can traverse the world using a grappling hook and vehicles that can be summoned from any point in the world. The game is set to release towards the end of 2025.

Sid Meier's Civilization 7 is the most important strategy game of 2025, which will be released not only on PC but also on consoles. The new installment features «innovative civilization combinations», allowing players to mix and match leaders and nations to create unique empires. Three different eras with unique challenges and opportunities will also be available. Players' actions will influence transitions between eras, offering new dynamics and geographical transformations. The seventh «Civilization» will be released in early February!

Mafia: The Old Country is an upcoming prequel to the well-known series, set in the early 1900s in Sicily. The story-driven adventure explores the origins of organized crime growth in Italy through the life story of the main character, Enzo. Players will embark on a challenging journey from a worker in sulfur mines to rising in the Torrisi crime family. Developers have promised to focus the gameplay around the main story without overdoing it with clearing repetitive outposts from the third installment. The project is being developed on Unreal Engine 5 and, judging by the trailer, looks very stylish and atmospheric. The release will take place in the middle of this year on consoles and PC.

Split Fiction is an upcoming cooperative adventure project by Josef Fares, the creator of It Takes Two and A Way Out. Players, in the roles of Mio and Zoe, must escape from worlds imagined by the characters. One heroine's setting will be sci-fi, while the other's will be fantasy. To return to the real world, they must cooperate, navigating through various imaginary worlds filled with unique challenges and adversaries. The game is designed exclusively for cooperative play. Knowing how well Hazelight Studios works with game design and player interaction, this project can be safely added to your wishlist. The release is scheduled for March this year. Split Fiction will feature a Friend's Pass system, allowing one user to invite a friend to play together for free, even if they don't own the game.

Judas is a first-person shooter with elements of immersive sim and roguelike, developed by Ghost Story Games under the direction of Ken Levine, known for his work on the BioShock series. The game takes place aboard a ship where the protagonist must confront three warring factions. The main story will explore themes of human evolution, artificial intelligence, and moral choices in the age of technological progress. According to the developers, the narrative will dynamically adapt to the play style and respond to all actions. We will be able to assess Levine's revolutionary ideas at the end of March this year. Do you think another revolution in narrative games awaits us?

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is the long-awaited sequel to the acclaimed open-world RPG from Mafia series creator Daniel Vávra. The main story continues the narrative of the first part, following the main character Henry as he navigates the complex political and social ladders of 15th-century Bohemia. The sequel will delve even deeper into the intricacies of medieval life and its twists and turns. We will get an improved open world with new regions, cities, and villages where we can engage in various activities—from sword fighting to diplomacy and trade. The combat system has been significantly enhanced, and the dynamic narrative will react to the player's choices and actions. The release is already in early February. Let's free up space on our hard drives and prepare for a massive adventure lasting dozens of hours.