Top Eleven Must-Play Games to Launch 2025 – PlayStation.Blog

Can you believe it’s already the end of 2024? They say time flies when you’re having fun, and this year was a whirlwind of excitement in the gaming world. We kicked things off with amazing RPGs like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, plunged into the chaotic fun of Helldivers II, witnessed stunning battles in Stellar Blade, took a nostalgic journey with Astro Bot, and revisited familiar foes in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree and Silent Hill 2. But with the dawn of another year, new gaming adventures await us, and the first few months of 2025 have plenty to offer. Let’s dive into some of the standout titles coming your way soon.

Keep in mind, release dates might change.

In the video above, check out some upcoming games to kick off 2025.

Dynasty Warriors: Origins returns to the legendary tale of the Three Kingdoms in its most ambitious form yet. It sets the stage with an emerging martial artist hero who crosses paths with iconic figures like Guan Yu and Zhang Jiao just as history is about to take a gripping turn. This game showcases the series’ most detailed battlegrounds ever, teeming with soldiers to vanquish using a perfect blend of action and strategy. Whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned player, Origins promises to both surprise and captivate with its compelling narrative and intense gameplay.

Koei Tecmo and Omega Force team up again for this PC experience set to hit the scenes.

Moving to a different battlefield, Echo of Ada merges mecha combat and exploration in a vibrant yet post-apocalyptic universe. Set in the Synduality: Noir anime world, this game follows the story of surviving humanity clustering into smaller settlements due to a lethal rainfall disaster. As a Drifter apprentice, players will manage a mech called Cradlecoffin alongside an adept AI named Magus to collect vital energy resources while fending off dangerous Ender creatures and rival players. This Bandai Namco Entertainment title offers extensive customization options and strategic gameplay elements.

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, the acclaimed sequel, is swinging its way to PCs early next year, offering a thrilling open-world adventure across New York City’s skyline. Peter Parker and Miles Morales unite once again, utilizing an arsenal of skills and high-tech gadgets, including the beloved symbiote suit, to tackle Kraven and his impressive band of Hunters.

Experience Insomniac’s latest masterpiece on Sony Interactive Entertainment’s distribution for PC.

For strategy game enthusiasts, Civilization series fans are in for a treat with its latest release. This installment offers players the opportunity to guide their civilization through different ages—Antiquity, Exploration, and Modern—each featuring unique gameplay styles, playable societies, and thought-provoking Crisis events. Through strategic leadership, players can either stay true to historical paths or explore imaginative alternatives.

With 2K and Firaxis Games leading development, this title will be available for PS5 and PS4.

A fan-favorite series sets its sights on Sengoku-era Japan in this upcoming installment, presenting dual protagonists—female ninja Naoe and samurai warrior Yasuke—in an open world brimming with allies, adversaries, quests, and mysteries. The game employs the franchise’s classic stealth mechanics while introducing new tools and traditional Japanese weaponry, testing player skills and instincts at every turn.

Ubisoft continues its legacy with this innovative edition for PS5.

Lara Croft makes a celebrated return with remastered editions of classic Tomb Raider adventures: The Last Revelation, Chronicles, and Angel of Darkness. These editions come loaded with graphical enhancements, a mix of old and updated control schemes, and an engaging photo mode complete with diverse poses and outfits to showcase Lara’s flair.

Aspyr and Crystal Dynamics have collaborated to bring these remasters to both PS5 and PS4.

Fans of the Like a Dragon saga can expect more offbeat exploits with Mad Dog Goro Majima’s latest adventure, pushing even Majima’s unconventional boundaries. Awakening on a remote island as a memory-stripped seafaring rogue, Majima embarks on unpredictable escapades with signature combat styles and bizarre minigames on the shores of Honolulu.

Sega, alongside Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio, brings this experience to life for PS5 and PS4.

Monster Hunter enthusiasts will gear up to face formidable foes in Monster Hunter’s elusive Forbidden Lands, known for harboring perilous threats and a notorious monster dubbed the White Wraith. Solo or online with fellow hunters, players will venture through untamed lands to track and conquer a rogue gallery of massive creatures.

Capcom returns with another enthralling installment on PS5.

In the realm of classic RPGs, Suikoden I & II HD Remaster compiles two beloved titles that recount epic tales of struggle, camaraderie, and battles, inviting players to rally warriors from the Stars of Destiny and embark on an emotional quest to build formidable fortresses and confront overwhelming adversities.

Once again, Konami revisits these legendary games, available for PS5 and PS4.

For fans of serene gaming, Tales of the Shire provides a charming life-simulation experience set within the Shire’s lush countryside, focusing on the enjoyable routines of hobbits. Engage in fishing, farming, and forging culinary delights, all while building rapport with your quirky hobbit neighbors in this cozy PS5 game.

Another prestigious fighting franchise, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, makes its comeback, spotlighting Southtown’s dynamic cast with updated visuals, innovative combat mechanisms, and the introduction of a Rev system enhancing moves and tactics. Characters like Terry Bogard, Rock Haward, alongside newcomers and guests like Ken and Chun-Li, ensure an electrifying gaming experience.

Developed by SNK for PS5 and PS4, this title promises fast-paced action and cinematic brilliance.

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