PlayStation 5 owners have an incredible lineup of games to look forward to . Following the June 2026 State of Play and Summer Game Fest, Sony and its partners unveiled a packed schedule of releases spanning the rest of 2026 and well into 2027 . From long-awaited sequels to brand-new IPs and stunning remakes, here are the most anticipated upcoming PlayStation games everyone is waiting for.
The Heavy Hitters: 2026’s Biggest Releases
Marvel’s Wolverine – September 15, 2026
Insomniac Games, the studio behind the acclaimed Marvel’s Spider-Man series, is bringing a much grittier and more violent superhero experience to PS5 . Marvel’s Wolverine follows Logan three years after he quit the superhero life, pulled back into action when mutants begin disappearing . The gameplay showcases fast, claw-based combat, stealth mechanics, and a rage system, with Wolverine teaming up with Jean Grey to battle the cybernetic Reavers . Pre-orders are now live for this PS5 exclusive .
God of War Laufey – TBD
Perhaps the biggest surprise of the June State of Play was the reveal of God of War Laufey, a new mainline entry focusing on Kratos’ wife, Faye . Set in the afterlife realm of the Everywhen, Faye must fight through a world inhabited by gods from multiple mythologies to save Kratos and Atreus . The gameplay reveal showed Faye wielding a sword, giant magic, and even a talking cube companion . This PlayStation 5 exclusive is one of the most exciting upcoming games .
Control Resonant – September 24, 2026
Remedy Entertainment returns to the weird and wonderful world of Control with Control Resonant . This time, players follow Dylan Faden, brother of the original game’s protagonist Jesse, as he navigates a Manhattan transformed by paranatural forces . With a shapeshifting weapon called the Aberrant and evolving supernatural abilities, Dylan must stop a cosmic crisis . The game launches September 24, 2026 .
Silent Hill Townfall – September 24, 2026
Silent Hill: Townfall is a bold new direction for the horror franchise . Set in Scotland in 1996, the game introduces a new protagonist, Simon, who connects with others through a CRTV device . It features a first-person perspective and themes of medical horror . The gameplay trailer showcased a creepy atmosphere that fans of Firewatch will appreciate . It launches September 24, 2026 .
Final Fantasy VII Revelation – Spring 2027
The epic Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy reaches its climactic conclusion with Final Fantasy VII Revelation . Cloud Strife and his friends face the ultimate battle against Sephiroth as a meteor threatens the planet . Players can explore a boundless world, fight alongside a fully assembled party, and experience the finale of this seven-year journey . It arrives in Spring 2027 .
More Highly Anticipated Games Coming to PS5
2026 Releases
- Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis (February 12, 2027): A stunning Unreal Engine 5 reimagining of Lara Croft’s 1996 classic adventure .
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword (September 25, 2026): Capcom revives the samurai action-horror franchise with updated visuals and combat, with a demo available now .
- Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve (October 2, 2026): The aerial combat sim returns with a first-person perspective and over 30 aircraft .
- Rayman Legends Retold (October 1, 2026): A 3D reimagining of the beloved platformer with new content, story, and levels .
- Until Dawn 2 (2027): A standalone sequel from Firesprite with a new cast of ghost hunters on an abandoned island .
2027 and Beyond
- Resident Evil Veronica (2027): Capcom’s remake of Resident Evil Code: Veronica with modernized gameplay and graphics .
- Kemuri (2027): A stylish supernatural adventure from Ikumi Nakamura, supporting three-player co-op .
- ILL (2027): A visceral first-person action horror game with a dismemberment system and realistic physics .
- The Lost Wild (2027): A dinosaur survival horror game where flight, not fight, is key .
- Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet (TBD): Naughty Dog’s first new IP in over 13 years, a sci-fi space opera .
Honorable Mentions
Several other exciting titles are coming to PS5, including Dune: Awakening (September 22, 2026) , The Blood of Dawnwalker (September 3, 2026) , RuneScape: Dragonwilds (September 15, 2026) , and Phantom Blade Zero (October 29, 2026) . With so many incredible upcoming PlayStation games, 2026 and 2027 are shaping up to be unforgettable years for PS5 owners.
