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Between all of the major livestreams last week, there are more great PS5 games than anyone reasonably has time to play.
In truth, we probably could have made a list of titles we’re hyped for that’s triple or even quadruple this length, but instead we’re focusing on the 15 that really rustled our jimmies. (Admittedly, it was tough to pick.)
So without further ado, let’s look back on the games that really caught our eye. Be sure to share some of your favourites in the comments, too.
Alien Isolation 2
I've got to base this write-up entirely on potential alone, because while the Alien: Isolation 2 trailer was intriguing, it didn't exactly show much. Still, the first game, now over a decade old, was fantastic and I want more of that intense gameplay on PS5. [Liam]
Bancho the Chef
This was a truly unexpected surprise, and it had me smiling from the very start. A prequel to Dave the Diver? All about Bancho, the coolest character in the whole game? Sign me up. Seriously, I love the announcement trailer — it has so much style, and you can tell the game will not only serve up a range of fun cooking minigames, but plenty of other genre-bending distractions too, Dave the Diver style. It's certainly not the biggest game announced last week, but I just know I'm going to have a blast with this. [Stephen]
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4
Honestly, I’m shocked to be saying that Modern Warfare 4 was one of the games that surprised me the most across the not-E3 weekend, more specifically, the DMZ gameplay shown at the Xbox Showcase. Call of Duty is utter shooter slop to me these days, but this DMZ extraction mode just nailed the vibe of what I love about immersive multiplayer, and I’m really keen to check this one out with my mates. [Aaron]
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation
Regular readers will know that I'm a bit of a grump when it comes to the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy. But despite my issues with the series' storytelling choices and excessive filler, Revelation's hype-as-hell showing struck a chord. The promise of greater freedom and expanded gameplay systems has me thinking this will be the instalment that sells me on the whole Remake concept. And, if you can believe it, I'm actually thinking about replaying the last two games in preparation. You win this round, Square Enix. [Rob]
Gen Atlas
Don't doubt Fumito Ueda. The steward of some of PlayStation's most timeless classics, I'm 100% in for whatever he makes, and that includes Gen Atlas, the freshly-named action adventure featuring giant robots. There's still not a ton of information about the game itself, but the atmosphere and the world presented in that Summer Game Fest trailer is so captivating to me. I genuinely cannot wait to explore that landscape, pilot hulking mechanoids, and uncover fascinating mysteries at 27 frames-per-second. It's the Ueda way. [Stephen]
God of War Laufey
I think I speak for many of us that God of War Laufey is among this summer's most exciting announcements. After a pair of fantastic Norse mythology adventures with Kratos, exploring the fate of Faye after her death is really intriguing, as is the concept of an afterlife for gods and magical beings. I'm so ready for a faster-paced action game with that God of War spectacle, but more than that, the game's 20-minute introduction left me with so many questions, and I can't wait to learn the answers. [Stephen]
Gundam Rogue Orbit
Look, the reveal trailer didn't scream Gundam outside of the V-shaped headpiece, but that just makes Gundam Rogue Orbit all the more intriguing. It's been way too long since we've had a bigger budget Gundam game, and I'm genuinely excited to learn more about this action-heavy project. What's the scope? What's the story? What does Rogue Orbit even mean? Finally, us Gundam nuts have got something to look forward to. [Rob]
Marvel's Wolverine
There seems to be a bit of negativity around Marvel’s Wolverine, but I’m honestly shocked to see people doubt Insomniac. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not expecting a groundbreaking action game here – but I am anticipating an entertaining comic book romp, which is something the Burbank studio has been excelling at for several years now. The movement looks fun; the combat seems slick and snappy. And honestly, after the excellent 007 First Light, I’m totally down for another linear single player campaign – isn’t this what we’ve all been asking for from Sony? [Sammy]
Onimusha: Way of the Sword
It's no secret that I'm a big Onimusha fan, so I've been bought into this revival from day one. But Way of the Sword has now rocketed up my must-play list thanks to its State of Play showing. It wasn't just a cool trailer; the reveal and release of a playable PS5 demo is what sent me reeling. I've played through the thing about five times, and to say I can't wait for the full game is a massive understatement. [Rob]
Resident Evil Veronica
I grew up playing the PS1 and PS2 Resident Evil games, but not the ones you might think. Resident Evil 3: Nemesis and Resident Evil: Code Veronica are the entries that have stuck with me since childhood, so to see the latter come back on PS5 is especially exciting. It sounds like Capcom is allowing itself more leeway than ever with this remake, so I don't expect too much to remain completely faithful. It's another Resident Evil experience, though, and that's enough to get me excited. [Liam]
The Lost Wild
The announcement during the State of Play that probably surprised me the most was The Lost Wild, a first-person dinosaur horror game. I know nothing else, but to be honest, I don’t need anything else. Dinosaurs + Horror = A Game Aaron Is Very Excited to Play. [Aaron]
The Wolf Among Us 2
I doubt I'm the only one that thought The Wolf Among Us 2 was on the brink of cancellation – I mean, it’s been eight years since it was originally announced. It’s basically not the original team anymore either, but damn it, I can’t help but get swept up in the neon goodness of Bill Willingham’s world. Let me smoke cigarettes, solve crimes, and maybe go full wolf mode as the one and only Sheriff Bigby Wolf. [Aaron]
Silent Hill: Townfall
After the past two titles, Silent Hill 2 and Silent Hill F, the survival horror IP is well and truly back. In Silent Hill: Townfall, then, the series is now opening itself up to a more experimental take that should still prove excellent. It's shifted to first-person, we're going to Scotland, yet the tense atmosphere remains. I'm expecting another classic. [Liam]
Stuntman: Hollywood
The original Stuntman on PS2 was such a cool concept that I’m thrilled Saber is revisiting it. All it needed to do was modernise the gameplay and I would have been sold, but I think tying this to various real-life licenses is a stroke of genius. From Back to the Future to Knight Rider, it’s going to be so much fun recreating scenes from the movies and television shows we all grew up with. This game is such a no-brainer, I’m honestly shocked it hasn’t happened sooner. [Sammy]
Virtua Fighter Crossroads
As a lifetime Shenmue stan, Virtua Fighter plays a pivotal role in my gaming upbringing. Auteur Yu Suzuki originally envisioned Ryo Hazuki’s adventure as a Virtua Fighter RPG, and the new game Crossroads – developed by the industrious RGG Studio – seems to finally be realising that vision. While the fighting itself looks fresh, it’s the massive single player adventure that’s really rocketed this to the top of my most wanted list. I loved World Tour in Street Fighter 6, and this looks like an even better version of that, with a team that knows how to write and pace compelling campaigns at the helm. [Sammy]