Top 5 Most Anticipated PS5 Games of 2025
Sony had an incredibly successful 2024, with its exclusive title Astro Bot winning Game of the Year (GOTY) at The Game Awards. Looking ahead to 2025, PlayStation is set to generate billions more in revenue, thanks to an exciting lineup of highly anticipated PS5 games.
As the PS5 remains the most powerful gaming console, it's no surprise that 2025 will be packed with AAA titles. These include both Sony-exclusive games and long-awaited third-party blockbusters. Here are the top 5 most anticipated games for PlayStation 5 in 2025.
1. Ghost of Yotei (PS5 Exclusive)
Developer: Sucker Punch | Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment
Ghost of Yotei is an upcoming action-adventure game and a spiritual successor to Ghost of Tsushima (2020). Set in 1630s Hokkaido, Japan, the game follows Atsu, a female warrior who becomes "The Ghost" to seek revenge.
🔥 Why Fans Are Excited:
✅ Dual-sword combat—a new feature not present in the original game
✅ Expanded hack-and-slash mechanics
✅ A visually stunning, immersive open world
2. Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (PS5 Exclusive)
Developer: Kojima Productions | Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is the sequel to Death Stranding (2019), directed by the legendary Hideo Kojima. The game continues the journey of Sam Porter Bridges (Norman Reedus), alongside Fragile (Léa Seydoux) and Higgs (Troy Baker) as they expand the Chiral Network.
🔥 Why Fans Are Excited:
✅ Massive graphical and animation improvements
✅ Real-time terrain changes (affected by floods, earthquakes, and wildfires)
✅ Destructible environments that impact gameplay
3. Marathon
Developer: Bungie | Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment
Marathon is a tactical FPS from Bungie, the studio behind Halo and Destiny. Originally a 1994 sci-fi shooter, Marathon is being rebooted for modern audiences, featuring next-gen graphics and evolved gameplay mechanics.
🔥 Why Fans Are Excited:
✅ Revival of a classic FPS franchise
✅ Strategic gameplay with team-based mechanics
✅ Cutting-edge visuals optimized for PS5
4. Fairgame$
Developer: Haven Studios | Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment
Fairgame$ is a multiplayer heist shooter, where players join a gang of thieves targeting billionaires and corporations while competing against rival crews. The game is Sony’s latest attempt at dominating the competitive shooter genre after the failure of Concord.
🔥 Why Fans Are Excited:
✅ High-stakes multiplayer heists
✅ "Emergent sandbox" gameplay, offering dynamic and ever-changing environments
✅ Next-level realism with cutting-edge PS5 graphics
5. Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6)
Developer: Rockstar Games | Publisher: Rockstar Games
The long-awaited GTA 6 is set in Leonida (inspired by Florida) and follows Lucia, a female criminal, and her partner-in-crime. The game is expected to redefine open-world gaming, but its release date remains uncertain.
🔥 Why Fans Are Excited:
✅ Massive open-world setting with unprecedented detail
✅ Revolutionary gameplay mechanics & storytelling
✅ Potential PS5 exclusivity window over Xbox Series X/S
Even though GTA 6 won’t be a PS5 exclusive, reports suggest that the Xbox Series X/S version might face delays, making the PlayStation 5 the best platform to experience the game at launch.
Final Thoughts
2025 is shaping up to be an epic year for PS5 gamers, with Sony exclusives like Ghost of Yotei and Death Stranding 2, alongside major third-party hits like GTA 6. With stunning graphics, innovative gameplay, and thrilling new experiences, PlayStation 5 remains the ultimate console for gaming enthusiasts.
🔥 Which PS5 game are you most excited for in 2025? Let us know in the comments!