Top PlayStation Titles For 2025

Sony’s PlayStation has been synonymous with video games for a while now, despite tough competition from the likes of Microsoft’s Xbox, Nintendo’s Wii and Switch, and others.

However, when the talk is about gaming consoles, Sony’s PlayStation has been known to steal the spotlight and top spot in the rankings. This is probably why many games are made exclusively for PS consoles. Even in cases where they’re made for multiple platforms, Sony’s PS gets the first crack at them.

This year is no different in that regard.

2025 is shaping up to be a good year for gamers, with numerous long-awaited games set to hit the shelves. This includes the ability to finally put we-got-this-before-GTA VI memes to rest. After numerous delays, the game now has a release date of May 26, 2025.

While it may be one of the top PlayStation titles for 2025, if not the absolute top, we haven’t included it in our list because it’s too obvious a title to include. So, without further ado, let’s check out which games have made our list for the top PlayStation titles for 2025:
 

Top PlayStation Titles For 2025

2025 is shaping up to be a blockbuster year for PlayStation fans, spanning a lineup that ranges from samurai showdowns to post-apocalyptic treks. We’ve scoured the most hyped titles, focusing on what’s got the gaming community buzzing.

So, here are the top PlayStation titles you can get your hands on this year:
 

Ghost Of Yōtei

Platform: PS5 (exclusive)

Genre: Third-Person, Action-Adventure, Open World

Release Date: October 2, 2025 (pre-order available)

Developer: Sucker Punch Productions

Price: $69.99 (Standard Edition) / $79.99 (Digital Deluxe Edition)
 
Pre-order available: Yes

Where To Buy: PlayStation Store, Amazon, GameStop


What's It About: Ghost Of Yōtei is a sequel that builds upon the legendary success of Ghost of Tsushima but takes place 329 years later. Set in 1603 around Hokkaido’s Mount Yōtei, you play as Atsu, a female warrior donning the “Ghost” mantle. Expect a sprawling open-world with snowy landscapes, slick combat with new weapons, and more player-driven story choices.

With enhanced combat mechanics, smarter AI, and some of the most stunning visuals on PS5 to date, it’s a storytelling and exploration masterclass. Unlike its predecessor, this sequel leans even more into Japanese folklore—think icy yokai bosses, spirit fox companions, and shrine-based puzzle dungeons that blend environmental storytelling with swordplay finesse.

The game also adds dual protagonists—one a disciplined samurai, the other a rogue shinobi—allowing players to switch styles mid-game for varied gameplay. The DualSense controller implementation is also said to be next level, capturing the subtle tension of bowstrings or the satisfying clink of parries in your palm.

Hype Factor: Voted PlayStation’s most anticipated game by fans, edging out heavyweight GTA VI.
 

Death Stranding 2: On The Beach

Platform: PS5 (exclusive at launch), PC (likely later)

Genre: Action, Open-World, Adventure

Release Date: June 26, 2025

Developer: Kojima Productions

Price: $69.99 (Standard Edition) / $79.99 (Digital Deluxe Edition)
 
Pre-order available: Yes

Where To Buy: PlayStation Store, Best Buy, Walmart, GameStop


What's It About: Death Stranding 2 (also known as Death Stranding 2: On The Beach) builds on Hideo Kojima’s genre-bending world (and the 2019-released Death Stranding) with more bizarre beauty, narrative madness, and social-strand mechanics. Sam Porter Bridges returns, but this time, it’s weirder and the stakes are even higher as the boundaries between the living and dead have further eroded. The open-world is a dystopian playground, emphasizing exploration over combat, with tools to navigate treacherous terrain.

With sweeping cinematics and a hauntingly poetic tone, the sequel pushes boundaries of storytelling and existential exploration. Visually, it’s one of the most immersive experiences in modern gaming, with cinematography that rivals Hollywood. What makes it a must-play for PS5 owners is its richer traversal system, expanded vehicle segments, and a new base-building feature that allows for deeper asynchronous online co-op. Norman Reedus, Léa Seydoux, and Elle Fanning deliver emotional performances, turning every cutscene into an event.

Hype Factor: Its slow-burn gameplay and political undertones set it apart.
 

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater

Platform: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC

Genre: Stealth, Action-Adventure

Release Date: August 28, 2025

Developer: Konami

Price: $69.99

Pre-order available: Yes

Where To Buy: PlayStation Store, Amazon, Target, GameStop


What's It About: Snake is back and Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is the remake MGS fans have been begging for. This reimagining of the 2004 classic uses Unreal Engine 5 to deliver lush jungles and silky-smooth stealth. This ground-up remake of Metal Gear Solid 3 is a leap forward as Delta: Snake Eater recreates the Cold War-era stealth classic with striking visuals and an overhauled control scheme—while maintaining the original voice acting and narrative beats.

For PlayStation users, it’s a glorious nostalgia trip paired with modern innovation. It’s a love letter to fans, with tactical gameplay that still feels fresh. Stealth is smarter and smoother, camo now adapts more naturally to environments, and boss fights feel reimagined without losing their iconic flair. Konami resisted the urge to mess with what worked, making it the definitive way to experience Big Boss’s origin story. PS5 players will eat up the cinematic story and sneaky vibes—perfect for those who love a challenge.

Hype Factor: Screenwriter and actor David Hayter’s involvement has fans optimistic.
 

Mafia: The Old Country

Platform: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC

Genre: Action-Adventure, Open-World

Release Date: August 8, 2025

Developer: Hangar 13

Price: $49.99
 
Pre-order available: Yes

Where To Buy: PlayStation Store, GameStop, Best Buy, Steam, GameStop


What's It About: Mafia: The Old Country takes you to 1900s Sicily, where organized crime is just getting started. This gritty prequel to the Mafia series tells the story of the founding of the criminal empire. It swaps modern shootouts for period-authentic knife fights and horseback chases. You play as Enzo Vitale, a young Sicilian shepherd turned mob enforcer, in a beautifully crafted open world that trades city skylines for sun-drenched hills, cobblestone alleys, and mafia estates. You’ll navigate a brutal underworld with a cinematic story that feels like The Godfather meets Red Dead Redemption.

It focuses on linear, story-driven gameplay that makes every moment intense, with a world that’s as dangerous as it is immersive, while PlayStation 5’s processing power makes this the most cinematic Mafia game yet, with ray-traced lighting and a dynamic time-of-day system that enhances tension. Add to that deep branching narratives and realistic gun mechanics, PS5 players will love the rich visuals and deep narrative, perfect for fans of crime dramas.

Hype Factor: Its historical setting and cinematic focus make it a fresh take on the open-world genre.
 

Monster Hunter Wilds

Platform: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC

Genre: Action RPG, Co-op

Release Date: February 28, 2025

Developer: Capcom

Price: $69.99 / $54.99 (GameStop)

Where To Buy: PlayStation Store, Amazon, Walmart, Steam, GameStop


What's It About: Set in the Forbidden Lands’ dynamic biomes, Monster Hunter Wilds is Capcom’s biggest beast yet. Here, you’re a pro hunter, tracking massive monsters with anthropomorphic cat pals. The game sets a new bar for co-op monster hunting, introducing semi-open-world maps teeming with dynamic weather, evolving ecosystems, and more intelligent, adaptive monsters. The game’s open world feels alive, with ecosystems that shift in real-time. The new Hunter Sync system allows co-op hunters to chain attacks and finishers in spectacular ways, rewarding teamwork like never before.

PlayStation 5 players benefit from lightning-fast load times and stunning HDR visuals that breathe life into each biome—from volcanic craters to lush jungles. Whether you’re hunting solo or teaming up online, every encounter feels like a cinematic showdown thanks to tighter hitboxes, refined animations, and new mount-based combat. Most PS5 players will geek out over the stunning graphics and co-op hunts that can last hours. Also, expect post-launch updates with new monsters!

Hype Factor: The open beta in late 2024 had players hooked, with its seamless multiplayer gaming experience stealing the show.
 

Borderlands 4

Platform: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, Nintendo Switch 2 (later in 2025)

Genre: Looter-Shooter, Action RPG

Release Date: September 12, 2025

Developer: Gearbox Software

Price: NA

Where To Buy: PlayStation Store, Amazon, GameStop


What's It About: Borderlands 4 crash-lands on Kairos, a new planet ruled by the Timekeeper, a ruthless dictator. You’ll play as one of four Vault Hunters, like Vex the Siren, blasting baddies with billions of guns. The loot grind’s tighter, with rarer Legendaries and a Licensed Parts system for custom guns. New tricks like grappling hooks, double jumps, and a seamless open world make it feel fresh, while co-op tweaks (crossplay, instanced loot) are a godsend for PS5 squads. What truly elevates Borderlands 4 is the drop-in-drop-out co-op mode that seamlessly balances enemy difficulty and loot sharing across multiple players, whether local or online.

Set after the events of Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands, this sequel amps up the RPG elements with deeper questlines, dialogue trees, and moral choices that impact outcomes across planets. PlayStation 5 players will enjoy lightning-fast inventory swapping, zero load screen transitions between zones, and enhanced DualSense feedback that lets every weapon feel unique—from elemental sniper rifles to rocket launchers.

Hype Factor: After the disappointing performance of the Borderlands movie, this game is a redemption arc that launches early to dodge GTA VI’s shadow.
 

Marvel's Wolverine

Platform: PS5 (exclusive)

Genre: Action-Adventure

Release Date: TBD (Expected 2025 but could be delayed to 2026)

Developer: Insomniac Games

Price: Not Disclosed As Yet

Where To Buy: PlayStation Store, Amazon, Best Buy (expected)


What's It About: Not much is known about Marvel’s Wolverine at the moment—except that even without much information it’s one of the most anticipated PlayStation titles. The success of the comic, cartoon, and cinematic variant of this character has PS5 fans literally (figuratively) clawing and calling for more.

From the developers of Spider-Man, this gritty action-adventure puts you in Logan’s boots, slicing through enemies with adamantium claws. Expect a darker tone, fast-paced combat, and a story that digs into Wolverine’s tortured soul. Insomniac’s track record promises a lot, but—as we said—details are scarce, and a 2025 release feels shaky, leading many to believe 2026 is a more believable timescale. Yet don’t discount the developers as they might just surprise everyone with a happy announcement—but, like we said, we’re not promising anything. #FingersCrossed

Hype Factor: Think Arkham-style brawls with a mutant twist, and PS5 exclusivity meanss it’ll push the console’s limits.
 

Conclusion

As the PlayStation legacy enters 2025, it’s clear that this year isn’t just about sequels or shiny visuals—it’s about storytelling that sticks with you, in-game mechanics that challenge you, and worlds you want to return to long after the credits roll. Whether you're drawn to high-stakes action, atmospheric exploration, or mind-bending narratives, these titles represent the very best of what PlayStation continues to offer.

After all, gaming is no longer just entertainment—it’s mythology in motion, experienced through a controller and etched into memory, be that through new titles or elaborate sequels.

It is said some games are linked across time.

Connected by an ancient console that echoes through the ages.