The PlayStation 5 continues dominating with over 80 million units sold worldwide, and 2025 has delivered exceptional titles across every genre. From blockbuster sequels to innovative new IPs, this year showcases why PS5 remains the premier gaming platform.
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Top PlayStation 5 Releases This Year
| Game Title | Genre | Why It’s Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Alan Wake 2 | Psychological Horror | Visually striking dual-narrative thriller from Remedy |
| Assassin’s Creed Shadows | Action-Adventure | Dual protagonists in feudal Japan with seasonal changes |
| Baldur’s Gate 3 | RPG | Masterpiece replicating D&D with unparalleled player agency |
| Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 | FPS | Best CoD in years with 1990s paranoid thriller campaign |
| Death Stranding 2: On the Beach | Action-Adventure | Hideo Kojima’s weird, wonderful post-apocalyptic sequel |
| Devil May Cry 5: Special Edition | Action | Stylish combat at 120fps with Vergil DLC included |
| Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred | Action RPG | Massive expansion with new Spiritborn class |
| Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree | Action RPG | Massive DLC expanding FromSoft’s masterpiece |
Other standout 2025 releases include Astro Bot, the best-reviewed game of the year, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2’s historical RPG depth, Metaphor: ReFantazio, and Silent Hill F bringing survival horror back to Japan. Sports fans enjoyed MLB The Show 25’s revamped progression, while Monster Hunter Wilds refined the franchise’s addictive hunt-and-craft loop.
For comprehensive PlayStation coverage and gaming news, check out TechnoSports and the official PS5 games list.
FAQs
Which PS5 game won Game of the Year 2024?
Metaphor: ReFantazio won GameSpot’s GOTY 2024 and received a perfect 10/10 score.
Do PS4 games work on PS5?
Yes, PS5 supports backwards compatibility with most PS4 titles, often with performance enhancements.
