ThePS5was released back in late 2020 but, thanks to initial shortages, it’s only been widely available in recent years. 2024 has been one such year, and it’s been filled with ups and downs for thePS5—with many lessons for Sony to learn.
As 2024 draws to a close, Sony’s position in the industry has only become more complicated. On the one hand, it won The Game Awards withAstro Bot, which caught the hearts and minds of many fans upon its release. However, it suffered a tremendous loss with the failure ofConcord, in addition to receivingcriticism surrounding the PS5 Pro. 2025 will be an opportunity for Sony to build on what’s worked from this year while redirecting from the pitfalls.
PS5’s 2025 Game Release Calendar
The PS5 is set to receive a barrage of major games over the next year, including big-ticketexclusives likeDeath Stranding 2: On the BeachandGhost of Yotei. The console is also poised to be party to major AAA releases likeGrand Theft Auto 6andBorderlands 4, as well as ports of games already on the market—such asIndiana Jones and The Great Circle. A number of DLC releases are slated for 2025 too, including DLC forAtomic Heart,Dave the Diver, andRain World.
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PS Plus in 2025
The free games coming toPS Plus Essential will arrive a week laterthan what’s typical in 2025, as a result of the year starting on a Wednesday. Moreover, Sony has confirmed that a range of games will be leaving PS Plus in January.
PS Plus Games Confirmed To Be Leaving in 2025
PlayStation 5
Sony’s PlayStation 5 is part of the ninth console generation and debuted with a launch lineup that included Demon’s Souls and Astro’s Playroom. The console comes with a Blu-ray disc, although a digital-only edition is also available for a cheaper price.
