What’s Next for PS5? Upcoming Games and Event Rumors Heating Up on X
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The PlayStation 5 is barreling into the second half of 2025 with an impressive slate of upcoming titles and growing buzz about a potential showcase event. As we move through May, social media—particularly X (formerly Twitter)—has become a hotbed of speculation, leaks, and excitement surrounding Sony’s plans. With the PS5 heading into a packed year and rumors swirling about a major PlayStation event on the horizon, players have plenty to look forward to as the console’s library continues to expand with exciting new titles.
Confirmed Titles Making Waves on X
May 2025 is already proving to be one of the most exciting months for PS5 owners, with several major releases spanning various genres.
The Midnight Walk Capturing Imagination
The Midnight Walk, releasing on May 8, has generated significant attention on X with its striking stop-motion-like art design. This stylish horror game puts players in a world of darkness where your only companion is a lantern named Potboy.
Twitter user @HorrorGameFan shared: “The art direction in #TheMidnightWalk is unlike anything I’ve seen this generation. PlayStation nailing the atmospheric horror niche again!”
Elden Ring: Nightreign Dominating Discussions
Launching on May 30, Elden Ring: Nightreign represents a major evolution for FromSoftware’s acclaimed franchise. This multiplayer co-op action survival game is set in a universe parallel to the events of Elden Ring, allowing players to choose from eight different characters with unique abilities and ultimates as they explore the ever-changing map of Limveld.
The announcement trailer has been viewed over 15 million times on X, with @SoulsVeteran commenting: “Seeing Nightreign’s cooperative gameplay is giving me major Bloodborne vibes but with that Elden Ring expansion. May 30 can’t come soon enough!”
Rumored Games and Event Speculation Fueled by X Chatter
The discussion around PlayStation’s upcoming slate grows more interesting when examining the rumors circulating on X about both unannounced games and a potential PlayStation Showcase event.
PlayStation Showcase Rumors Gaining Steam
It has been nearly two years since Sony’s last PlayStation Showcase, which took place on May 24, 2023. This significant gap has fueled speculation, particularly as PlayStation Showcases (not to be confused with the smaller State of Play presentations) typically feature Sony’s biggest announcements and are considered premier events for PlayStation fans.
Multiple industry insiders have recently amplified these rumors on X. Detective Seeds, an insider with a track record of accurate predictions, recently posted that a new PlayStation Showcase is “brewing” and claimed he should have “solid info” on the event within a week or two. Another insider, mrpyo1, has also hinted at an upcoming PlayStation Showcase presentation.
X user @PlayStationDaily compiled these rumors in a widely-shared thread: “Everything points to a mid-May showcase. With the GTA VI delay creating a 2025 vacuum, Sony has the perfect opportunity to dominate the conversation.”
Ghost of Yotei and Resident Evil IX at the Center of Speculation
Ghost of Yotei, the highly anticipated sequel to Ghost of Tsushima, is set 300 years after the original game in 1603 and features a new protagonist and region of Japan. While the game has a confirmed October 2 release date, X users are speculating about a potential extended gameplay demonstration at the rumored showcase.
Meanwhile, discussions about Resident Evil IX have exploded on X following Capcom’s recent hints. During a discussion about Resident Evil 9, it was mentioned that “Sony is potentially set to have a PlayStation showcase or state of play this summer which we assume would take place maybe before Summer Game Fest so sometime in May.” This timing aligns perfectly with the other showcase rumors.
What Fans on X Want from Sony’s Next Showcase
The PlayStation community on X hasn’t been shy about voicing their expectations for Sony’s next presentation, especially with the landscape changed by the recent GTA VI delay announcement.
Marvel’s Wolverine Updates Top Fan Wishlists
Marvel’s Wolverine, which was announced four years ago but has received few updates since, could finally get a proper reveal and potentially a release window. This has become one of the most requested items on X, with the hashtag #WhereIsWolverine trending multiple times this year.
X user @MarvelGamesNews posted: “It’s been 4 years since the Wolverine announcement. With no major superhero games confirmed for late 2025, this is Sony’s chance to own that space.”
Indie Spotlight Requests Growing
Interestingly, many X users are calling for Sony to focus more on indie games during their next showcase. With titles like The Midnight Walk gaining traction, there’s growing sentiment that PlayStation should highlight more smaller studios.
The trending hashtag #PS5Indies has gathered steam, with users like @IndieGameLover writing: “What made early PS4 special was Sony’s indie focus. They need that energy again with PS5, especially with Xbox bringing Game Pass titles to PlayStation.”
PS5 Release Calendar: The Big Titles of 2025
| Release Date | Game Title | Genre | Developer | Buzz Factor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 6, 2025 | Metal Eden | Sci-Fi FPS | Reikon Games | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| May 8, 2025 | The Midnight Walk | Horror | Indie Studio | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| May 8, 2025 | Revenge of the Savage Planet | Sci-Fi Adventure | Typhoon Studios | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| May 15, 2025 | Doom: The Dark Ages | FPS | id Software | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| May 21, 2025 | Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time | Casual RPG | Level-5 | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| May 30, 2025 | Elden Ring: Nightreign | Action Survival | FromSoftware | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| May 30, 2025 | Lost Soul Aside | Action RPG | UltiZero Games | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| June 17, 2025 | FBC Firebreak | Multiplayer | Remedy Entertainment | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| June 17, 2025 | Tron: Catalyst | Beat ’em Up | Bithell Games | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| June 26, 2025 | Death Stranding 2: On the Beach | Action Adventure | Kojima Productions | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| July 11, 2025 | Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 | Sports | Vicarious Visions | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| August 28, 2025 | Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater Remake | Stealth Action | Konami | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| August 28, 2025 | Shinobi: Art of Vengeance | 2D Action | Dotemu | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| September 4, 2025 | Hell is Us | Adventure | Rogue Factor | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| September 12, 2025 | Borderlands 4 | Looter Shooter | Gearbox Software | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| September 23, 2025 | Marathon | FPS | Bungie | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| October 2, 2025 | Directive 8020 | Sci-Fi Horror | Supermassive Games | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| October 2, 2025 | Ghost of Yotei | Action Adventure | Sucker Punch | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| TBA 2025 | Marvel’s Wolverine | Action Adventure | Insomniac Games | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Rumored 2025 | Resident Evil IX | Survival Horror | Capcom | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
Conclusion: 2025 Shaping Up as a Defining Year for PS5
The immediate future for the PlayStation 5 looks exceptionally bright, with a diverse and robust lineup of games scheduled throughout 2025. From major first-party exclusives like Ghost of Yotei and Death Stranding 2 to anticipated third-party titles like Elden Ring: Nightreign and Borderlands 4, PS5 owners have plenty to look forward to this year.
The conversations happening on X are not just idle speculation—they represent the pulse of the PlayStation community and often predict industry movements with surprising accuracy. Whether the rumored showcase materializes in May or not, 2025 is positioning itself as potentially the strongest year in the PS5’s lifecycle.
What are you most looking forward to on PS5 this year? Do you think the showcase rumors will prove true? Share your thoughts in the comments below and join the conversation happening on X with the hashtag #PS5Future!
