We’re already at the end of 2024? They say time flies when you’re having fun, and boy, did we ever have a blast this year. We started with top-notch RPGs Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, dove headfirst into the multiplayer chaos of Helldivers II, enjoyed gorgeous combat in Stellar Blade, went on a nostalgia trip with Astro Bot, revisited old gaming grounds in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree and Silent Hill 2 and so much more. But with a new year comes the promise of many new gaming experiences, and the first four months of 2025 are already jam-packed with standout titles. Let’s look at some of the great games you’ll have the opportunity to experience in the next few months.
Note: all release dates are subject to change.
January 17 | Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Gaming’s most epic retelling of the historical Three Kingdoms saga returns in its most ambitious entry yet. Dynasty Warriors: Origins begins at the start of the story, as a new martial artist hero encounters the soon-to-be-legendary figures Guan Yu and Zhang Jiao just as history takes drastic turns. Origins features the most detailed battlefields in the series to date, each one packed with soldiers that you and your allies must overcome with a mix of action and strategy. Whether you’re a fresh-faced recruit or a seasoned Warriors expert, Origins is bound to surprise and exhilarate with story and action.
Publisher: Koei Tecmo | Developer: Omega Force | PS5
January 23 | Synduality: Echo of Ada
Mecha combat and exploration combine in a gorgeous but dangerous post-apocalyptic third-person shooter. Based in the same universe as the Synduality: Noir anime, Echo of Ada is a stand-alone story based in a future where the remnants of humanity have been forced into small clusters due to the double threat of deadly rainfall and the vicious creature it spawns. As an apprentice Drifter, you use a mech called a Cradlecoffin to collect essential energy sources, accompanied by an intelligent and powerful AI called a Magus. Customize your mecha and use Magus’s abilities to conquer the fierce Ender creatures and other players.
Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment | Developer: Game Studio | PS5
January 30 | Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, the acclaimed, award-winning sequel, is swinging on over to PCs early next year. This game is a web-slinging open-world adventure on the streets and in the skies around New York City. It stars Peter Parker and Miles Morales, two of the greatest to don the Spider-suit. They’ll use a repertoire of skills and gadgetry–along with the fan-beloved symbiote suit–to battle Kraven and his gang of Hunters.
Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment | Developer: Insomniac Games | PC
February 11 | Sid Meier’s Civilization VII
Strategy fans, get ready for the game that will consume you. Yes, the legendary Civilization series has returned. Once again, you’ll lead your little pocket of humanity to grow and thrive over the ages into a culture envied the world over. Choose one of three distinct historical ages–Antiquity, Exploration, and Modern–each offering bespoke gameplay elements and playable civilizations–and confront a challenging Crisis before moving into the next historical period. With leaders, you can choose to be independent of your civilization, follow the path of established history, or veer off into wild what-if scenarios.
Publisher: 2K | Developer: Firaxis Games | PS5, PS4
February 14 | Assassin’s Creed Shadows
One of the most beloved and revered series in gaming returns with a new setting, dual protagonists, and all of the mystery and intrigue you’ve come to expect. Set in Sengoku-era Japan, you’ll control both female ninja Naoe and samurai warrior Yasuke in an ever-changing open world filled with friends, foes, quests, and secrets. Not only will you use the series’ trademark stealth elements to explore and take down foes and targets, but you’ll also be able to utilize new tools and wield various traditional Japanese weapons. Your skills and senses will prove as essential to victory as your prowess with the blade.
Publisher: Ubisoft | Developer: Ubisoft | PS5
February 14 | Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered
It’s time to revisit an oft-forgotten period in the history of one of gaming’s leading ladies. Lara Croft returns to the spotlight with three more remasters of vintage Tomb Raider titles. Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation, Tomb Raider Chronicles, and Tomb Raider: Angel of Darkness. Besides a host of graphical improvements and a choice between classic and modern controls, players will have access to a brand-new photo mode with plenty of poses and outfits to create cool, stylish showcases for Lara.
Publisher: Aspyr | Developer: Crystal Dynamics | PS5, PS4
February 21 | Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
Longtime followers of the Like a Dragon saga know that Mad Dog Goro Majima has typically been slightly strange. His latest escapade, however, is wickedly bizarre even by Majima’s standards. After getting stuck on a faraway island and losing his memories, Majima emerges as a new man: a scoundrel of the seas! But since he’s still Majima at heart, prepare for delightfully unhinged seafaring beatdowns. Use Majima’s Mad Dog and Sea Dog combat styles to lay the smackdown on punks on the shores of Honolulu and Madlantis, or take to the seas for really old-school cannon combat…alongside all the odd jobs, minigames, and karaoke you’ve come to love from the series.
Publisher: Sega | Developer: Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio | PS5, PS4
February 28 | Monster Hunter Wilds
No matter where you go in the vast universe of Monster Hunter, there’s no shortage of really, really big game to take down. When a region is called Forbidden Lands, you know it’s probably bad news–and everyone thought it was completely uninhabitable. That is, until a young boy from the Forbidden Lands shows up, saying that a monster called the White Wraith ransacked a previously unknown settlement. Time to grab your weapons and gear to hunt down that sucker (and a whole rogue’s gallery of nasty critters). Whether you hunt in the Forbidden Lands solo or online with companions, you’re bound to have a thrilling adventure.
Publisher: Capcom | Developer: Capcom | PS5
March 6 | Suikoden I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars
Staging a rebellion against a corrupt government isn’t easy, but the odds look slightly better when you’ve got 107 friends standing behind you. Suikoden I & II HD Remaster is a collection of two of the original PlayStation’s finest turn-based RPGs, each featuring a twist-filled story of conflict, heartbreak, friendship, and perseverance in times of war and strife. In both games, you’ll go from a small band of rebels to building a formidable fortress by recruiting members of the 108 Stars of Destiny, warriors, wizards, and lovable weirdos who unite under your banner to fight for your cause.
Publisher: Konami | Developer: Konami | PS5, PS4
March 25 | Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of The Rings Game
What if you could just spend your days among happy little hobbits in the lush green lands of the Shire? That’s the question answered by Tales of the Shire, a cozy little life-sim game focused on the daily existence of delightful little demi-humanoid hobbits. Travel to the village of Bywater and enjoy some of the finest fishing, crop-raising, foraging, and culinary delights the Shire has to offer, taking in the sights and sounds of daily life–all while getting to know your fellow hairy-footed neighbors better.
Publisher: Private Division | Developer: Weta Workshop | PS5
April 21 | Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves
One of the longest-running, most beloved fighting game series of all time returns in a big way. Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves brings the saga of Terry Bogard, Rock Haward, and the eclectic citizens of Southtown back to center stage with gorgeous new visuals, finely-tuned combat, and an all-new Rev system that enhances movement and offense options. The cast of characters includes returning favorites like Mai Shiranui, Joe Higashi, and B. Jenet, newcomers like Preecha and Vox Reaper, and Street Fighter guest stars Ken and Chun-Li. Longtime Fatal Fury fans and newcomers alike will enjoy City of Wolves’ stylish visuals, fast-paced gameplay, and cinematic presentation.
Publisher: SNK | Developer: SNK | PS5,PS4
To discover more anticipated games of 2025, head to playstation.com.
