PS5 News (Page 6)
Thursday15th Jan 2026
News For the First Time Ever, the West Is Caught Up with Falcom's Massive Trails RPG Series
Beyond the horizon
Today is a genuinely momentous day if you happen to be a fan of the Trails franchise. The 15th January 2026 marks the release of Trails beyond the Horizon, the latest instalment in Falcom's long-running RPG series. But the bigger picture here is that with Horizon's arrival, the West is officially caught up with the entire...
News Amazon's PS5 MMORPG New World: Aeternum Delisted, Will Be Shut Down in 2027
The end of the New World
New World: Aeternum arrived on PS5 back in October 2024 — and now, developer Amazon Game Studios has confirmed that it's being delisted today across all platforms (that's the 15th January, 2026). The delisting means that the title will no longer be available to purchase, and then the MMORPG will be taken offline...
News Life Is Strange Confirms Its Return Following Leak, Full Reveal Coming Next Week
Reunion?
The next game in the Life Is Strange series has softly been confirmed today, with a full unveiling taking place next week. The official socials for the franchise have posted a teaser, pointing fans toward a YouTube premiere dated for 20th January 2026: The teaser video sees two figures walk past the camera, presumably the protagonists...
News PS5 Horror Reanimal to Offer Friend's Pass, Just Like It Takes Two
Two people play for the price of one
Tarsier Studios has announced Reanimal will include a Friend's Pass with every purchase of the game, meaning that the owner can invite anyone to play with them, even if they don't have a copy themselves. Just like in It Takes Two and Split Fiction, you can invite a friend to play in co-op with you, and only one...
News Action Fighter BlazBlue Entropy Effect X Gets PS5 Demo, But Only for a Limited Time
Blazing a path
If you're looking forward to BlazBlue Entropy Effect X — the stylish side-scrolling action game based on Arc System Works' anime fighter — then you'll be giddy to know that a playable demo has arrived on PS5. Available to download now, the demo lets you play as Ragna, Es, and Hibiki, as you attempt to, er, blaze through the...
Wednesday14th Jan 2026
All the best PSVR2 games, ranked and rated
What are the best PSVR2 games? Sony’s newest virtual reality headset improves on practically every aspect of its PS4 predecessor, working in tandem with the PS5 to deliver some of the most immersive gameplay you'll find on the machine. Boasting built-in haptic feedback, a 4K HDR OLED screen, and all-new...
PS5's best anime games, ranked and rated
What are the best anime games on PS5? Whether you're looking for games based on specific manga and anime properties, or you're simply a fan of anime-style aesthetics, this list is designed to pick out the best of the best on PS5. But before we begin, let's just clarify what we mean by 'anime games'. As...
News PS Plus Extra, Premium Games for January 2026 Leaked
Update: Seventh game leaked
Sony is scheduled to announce the selection of PS Plus Extra and PS Plus Premium games for January 2026 tomorrow, but reliable leaker Billbil-Kun has shared a partial list of the lineup ahead of time. According to the leaker, these are just some of the titles coming to
News 9 PS Plus Extra, Premium Games for January 2026 Announced
It takes a Village
Following the recent partial leak, Sony has officially announced the full lineup of January 2026's PS Plus Extra and PS Plus Premium games. Set to arrive on 20th January, we have a number of PS5
Rumour PS5 Pro's Big PSSR Update Releasing by March, Improves Graphics and Performance
Pro-pare yourself
If fresh rumours are to be believed, Sony's big PS5 Pro update should be right around the corner. This is the PSSR enhancement that's been talked about for a couple of years now. The update will improve the AI-driven tech, which already allows for better image quality without sacrificing performance in certain PS5 games. Much of...
Feature 26 Under the Radar PS5 Games to Watch Out for in 2026
Fly low
There are a bajillion games coming out every day, give or take, and it can be difficult to know what's worth your attention. Obviously there are many big, high-profile releases to look forward to, and we've documented over 40 of them already, but now it's time to look at some upcoming PS5 games that are hovering under the radar. We may add...
News Most Downloaded PS5 Games of 2025 Revealed, as Xbox's Forza Horizon 5 Tops Ghost of Yotei
Times have changed
PlayStation has revealed the 20 most downloaded PS5 games of 2025, split between North America and Europe. In truth, there aren't many surprises here. Annual sports games took both top spots, with NBA 2K26 winning out in NA, and EA Sports FC 26 taking the crown in EU. In both regions, the champions were followed up by a very...
Hard times
It’s no secret Call of Duty is enjoying a particularly torrid time, but ex-Activision boss Bobby Kotick may have revealed just how badly latest entry Black Ops 7 is doing. In response to a lawsuit led by investors and funded by a Swedish pension fund named AP-7, he repeated multiple times that the newest Call of Duty is down 60%...
News Forza Horizon 6 May Come to PS5 This Year as Xbox, PC Release Date Leaks
19th May for Xbox Series X|S and PC
A pop-up screen in Forza Horizon 5 has confirmed the franchise's sixth entry, Forza Horizon 6, will release on 19th May 2026, or 15th May if you buy the Premium Edition. This release date is for the Xbox Series X|S and PC versions, which Microsoft is putting out first. A PS5 edition follows afterwards at an...
News PS1 Ridge Racer Poised for PS5, PS4 via PS Plus Premium
When superior arcade version already exists
According to a notorious leaker, this month’s PS Plus Premium addition will be the PS1 port of Ridge Racer – a curious addition considering an arcade perfect port of the iconic Namco outing already exists, via the industrious
News Survival Strategy Star Trek Voyager Targets PS5 Release Next Month
Demo available right now
In-depth sci-fi survival management sim Star Trek Voyager: Across the Unknown will emerge from a galaxy far, far away next month, from 18th February. Wrong series? Whatever. You’ll be able to find out if this release has set its phasers to fun in a demo that’s available on the PS5 right now. According to the press...
News Deadpool Just Looks Perfect in Marvel Rivals on PS5
Triple threat
The Merc with a Mouth is one of the most popular characters in the Marvel universe, and NetEase has spared no expense when it comes to Deadpool’s introduction to online shooter, Marvel Rivals. As his introductory blurb reveals, “Wade Wilson is the full package – or so he claims”. And that means, rather than be consigned to one...
News 2XKO Prepares for Full PS5 Release with Caitlyn Gameplay Trailer
Hats off
It’s taken a long time to reach this point, but 2XKO will finally get its full PS5 release next week, from 20th January. And as previously announced, Riot will be kicking off Season 1 with the addition of Caitlyn, the so-called Sheriff of Piltover. As you’d expect, she relies on her sniper rifle to keep enemies at bay, although for...
News Battlefield 6 Season 2 Coming Next Month as Season 1 Gets Extension
Reload
Battlefield 6 players were expecting the start of Season 2 this month, with Season 1 seemingly wrapping things up in December. However, it's now been announced that the timing for these seasonal updates has changed, meaning you'll have to wait a little longer for Season 2 to arrive. It's now scheduled for 17th February; Battlefield Studios...
News Work Already Underway on Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road's Sequel
"I will do my best"
LEVEL-5 boss Akihiro Hino has confirmed he’s already working on the successor to Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road, which launched late last year and is closing on one million sales already. Speaking as part of a livestream earlier this week, as watched and translated by
Tuesday13th Jan 2026
Guide Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds: All Confirmed Characters and Tracks
Drifting around at the speed of sound
As the name suggests, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is a kart racer that's leaning into a colourful multiverse, bringing in a diverse range of locations and characters from SEGA and beyond. If you're wondering which characters and what locations have made the cut, you're in luck; this guide will let you know all...
Re-ReFantazio
We honestly forgot this was coming out, but Metaphor: ReFantazio's 'Guidebook Edition' is available to buy now on PS5 and PS4. If you've got a better memory than us, you may recall that this bundle was announced in October of last year. At the time, fans were wondering whether Atlus was about to announce some kind of expanded...
News Control Resonant Not a 'Safe Sequel', Remedy Aiming to 'Push the Boundaries'
Will it resonate?
Remedy Entertainment isn't known for making safe bets with its games, so its latest comments on the upcoming Control Resonant shouldn't come as a big surprise. The game, a sequel to 2019's Control, was announced at the 2025 Game Awards, and will follow Jesse Faden's brother Dylan as he leaves the confines of the Oldest House amid...
News Resident Evil Showcase Gives Us Another Look at Requiem This Week, Here's When to Watch
Will you be tuning in?
Capcom will host one final Resident Evil Showcase before its latest effort Resident Evil Requiem launches on PS5 from 27th February. The broadcast will get underway from 2PM PT / 5PM ET on 15th January, and you’ll be able to watch it live on YouTube. If you’re not sure when to tune in, here’s the start time across a...
Doesn't believe in chasing trends
Video games have never been more diverse than they are today, but at the top end, risk-averse publishers tend to get a glint in their eye whenever they spot a trend. It leads to periods of time dominated by very similar titles; just look at the rise of Souls-likes, or how many free-to-play shooters are chasing the...
News Hellblade Dev Plotting a More Gameplay Focused Successor, Presumably for PS5
Hack it
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2 from Ninja Theory was pegged as a major console exclusive for the Xbox Series X|S when it was announced, after the original had found success on the PS4. The sequel was later be ported to the PS5 as part of Microsoft’s shifting console strategy, where it received a muted reception due to its short running time...
In earnest
And just like that, three cult classic SEGA CD and Genesis games are heading to PS5 and PS4 this week here in the West. Officially titled the Earnest Evans Collection, the package includes Earnest Evans, El Viento, and Annet Returns — three Castlevania-style side-scrollers that'll almost certainly scratch any retro itch that you have...
News Chunky Code Vein 2 Overview Has Everything You Need to Know About the PS5 Action RPG
Full blooded
If you're looking forward to getting your hands on Code Vein 2 later this month, then this new overview from Bandai Namco should help you maintain your hype. The video clocks in at just under nine minutes, making for an especially in-depth look at the action RPG. It covers background lore, story stuff, character customisation, game...
News Arc Raiders Now a Huge Multiplayer Success Story at 12 Million Sales
960,000 concurrent players this month
While other live service efforts wilt, Embark Studios has proved there is still room for significant success in the online multiplayer games sector, as ARC Raiders has now sold more than 12.4 million copies since its October 2025 launch. A report from Business Wire reveals the game reached 10 million sales at...
News Free Yakuza Kiwami 3 Costumes Up for Grabs Ahead of Release
Is that you, Ichiban?
If you're eager to have as many outfit options available to you as possible in Yakuza Kiwami 3, then you may want to check out SEGA's latest promotion for the game. The publisher's offering up two exclusive costumes for Kiryu in exchange for creating a SEGA account. Good news if you've already got one, we suppose. Said...
News Helldivers 2 Support Continues in the Latest Warbond Drop, Out Next Week
Redacted Regiment starts on 20th January
Arrowhead Studios has announced that the first noteworthy update to Helldivers 2 in 2026 will take place next week, as it puts out another Premium Warbond for players. With a dark and edgy aesthetic, the Redacted Regiment Premium Warbond comes out on 20th January 2026, containing new weapons, Stratagems,...
News LEVEL-5's Inazuma Eleven Takes a Stride Closer to 1 Million Sales Milestone
Top of the league
Legendary Japanese dev LEVEL-5’s remarkable return to form continues in earnest with the ongoing success of Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road, which has now topped 800,000 units sold across all platforms and is well on its way to the one million units milestone. The game launched late last year on 13th November, and topped 500,000...
News Go Beyond the Conclusion to My Hero Academia in New PS5 Game All's Justice
Class action
My Hero Academia: All’s Justice will depict the finale to the superhero-inspired anime and manga sensation, so you’ll be able to relive the ending of the story in interactive form. But beyond that it will delve deeper into the lives and relationships of your favourite characters from Class 1-A in the Hero’s Diary. This, paired...
Monday12th Jan 2026
Guide Best Adventure Games on PS5
PS5's best adventures, rated and ranked
What are the best adventure games on PS5? An adventure is described as an "exciting or daring experience", and while most video games tend to tick this box, there's a specific subset of releases that span this genre. Typically, adventure games tend to boast a mixture of mechanics, spanning everything from...
Guide Best Sports Games on PS5
All the best PS5 sports games, ranked and rated
What are the best sports games on PS5? Whether you’re the kind of person who thinks football should be played with your hands or your feet, sports games are enormously popular on PlayStation, and there’s a growing selection available on the PlayStation 5. We’re combining both arcade and...
Guide Best Single Player Games on PS Plus
The best single player games on PS Plus ranked and rated
What are the best single player games on PS Plus? While there are many excellent multiplayer games on PS Plus, it features countless brilliant experiences for solo players too. There's nothing quite like getting invested in a single player journey through an epic adventure. In fact, it's...
News Xbox's Avowed Will Be $20 Cheaper When It Launches on PS5
Microsoft discounts RPG for re-release
Xbox first-party RPG Avowed will cost $20 less than it did at launch when it releases on the PS5 next month, from 17th February. Microsoft originally flogged the Obsidian adventure for $69.99 when it first arrived on Xbox Series X|S and PC – although it was also included in Game Pass, of course. But...
Feature 15 PS5 Predictions for 2026
What'll it be?
It's time once again for the Push Square team to stare into our crystal ball and predict what 2026 will bring for PlayStation. Each of us has come up with a trio of predictions about the next 12 months. Maybe it's a thoughtful rumination on where the medium is heading, or maybe it's just wishful thinking about a game we want to see...
News A Month After PS5 Performance Update, The Division: Definitive Edition Leaks
NYC awaits
You may recall prior to Christmas, the team at Ubisoft updated 2016’s The Division to run at 60fps on PS5. It’s not unusual for the French publisher to support its software years after release, but we thought this was a particularly nice touch from the firm, considering the age of its New York-based looter shooter. But now, a banner...
News PS5 Reportedly Hands Forza Horizon 5 an Additional 5 Million Sales
Resulting in $300 million of revenue
The PS5 version of Forza Horizon 5 has now sold more than five million units since its April 2025 launch and made over $300 million in revenue for publisher Microsoft, one Alinea Analytics reporter claims. Rhys Elliott of the analytical firm posted to social media that, as of last week, Alinea Analytics...
Guide These 3+ PS5, PS4 Games Are Coming Out This Week (12th-18th January)
Trails beyond the Horizon! God Bless, or Goddess!
2026 has barely started, so it's another pretty quiet week on the PS Store this time. However, there's one big game worth paying attention to: Trails beyond the Horizon will be eagerly anticipated by fans of The Legend of Heroes franchise, and rightly so. Here are all the new games coming out this...
News Dragon Ball Z Action RPG Kakarot Tops a Mighty 10 Million Sales
"The journey isn't over yet"
It's a universal law that when a Dragon Ball game sells, it sells really well. And that's exactly what's happened (or is currently happening) with Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot. Originally released in 2020 for PS4 — and re-released for PS5 in 2023 — Kakarot has now sold a whopping 10 million copies. It hit 8 million in the...
Saturday10th Jan 2026
News Fable Has Been 'Targeting' PS5 for a While, Potentially Day and Date
Not just a fable
In case you missed it, Xbox officially announced its Developer Direct presentation, due to take place at the end of January. The company has announced a trio of games that will be the main focus of the show. These include Forza Horizon 6, Beast of Reincarnation, and Fable. Unlike the other two games, the latter of these is...
Poll Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Essential Games for January 2026?
Plus or minus?
We hope you're ready for another whole year of judging PS Plus games, because we're about to kick things off with January 2026's PS Plus Essential lineup. This selection was announced over the holidays, so you might have actually missed it while you were busy gorging on all kinds of delicious food and drink. But have no fear, we're...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 615
Shirts off
Want to know a secret? We banked the last three or so WAYPs way early in December. Yeah, it’s not a very exciting secret, is it? But that means, starting this week, we’re back in real-time! Jamie O'Neill: I'm happily addicted to drifting around corners in Arcade Archives Ridge Racer, so I've dug out my old disc to play the nostalgic...
Friday9th Jan 2026
Review Code Violet (PS5) - Gooner Shooter Can't Get It Up
Code Blue
Code Violet begins and ends with quotes by the renowned painter and inventor Leonardo da Vinci. That feels appropriate — not because this game will be remembered for time immemorial like the Mona Lisa, but because, much like one of Da Vinci's early flying machine sketches, the game is ambitious but never actually gets off the ground...
News Xbox Exclusive RPG Avowed Is Coming to PS5 in February with Major New Features
A-wowed
Avowed, Obsidian Entertainment's Xbox exclusive RPG, is finally confirmed for PS5, and it's coming to Sony's console very soon. The game hits PS5 on 17th February 2026, a year after its initial launch last year, with pre-orders on PS Store opening soon. Set in the Pillars of Eternity universe, Avowed is a first-person fantasy RPG in...
News Sony Removes Resident Evil Copy Ebola Village Trailer from YouTube
"What next? COVID City?"
With the official PlayStation YouTube channel just emerging from its festive slumber, the focus on games like Ebola Village are amplified. And the platform holder is getting roasted for promoting this Resident Evil knock-off, which clearly draws inspiration from the likes of Resident Evil Village, among others. The game...
News PS5 Adventure Duskfade Looks Like It Was Made for Ratchet & Clank, Jak & Daxter Fans
Inspired by "classic 3D action platformers"
We know we have a lot of fans of Sony's PS2-era platformers here on Push Square, so here's a game you might want to keep on your radar: Duskfade. Coming to PS5 in 2026, it's a 3D action platformer adventure that looks like it studied in the school of noughties platformers like Ratchet & Clank and Jak &...
News Xbox Action RPG Towerborne Totally Reworked for PS5 Release This February
You've got the tower
Towerborne, an Xbox-published action RPG that's been in early access on Steam since May 2024 — and Xbox since May 2025 — is now heading to PS5 on the 26th February, as part of its full 1.0 release. It's interesting to note that Towerborne has actually been a free-to-play title up until now, with cosmetic microtransactions...
