2023 Autumn-Winter; highly anticipated PlayStation 5 games

For just about any Maldivian kid, nostalgia is weekends spent sitting in front of the TV and hammering away at controllers with our cousins. Summer breaks meant junk food and spirited matches of Mortal Kombat or FIFA. It was some form of unconscious tradition; to raise our voices at each other as the gamers-rush settles, and falling asleep to GTA’s background music only made you a war hero. Since the 90’s this has come to be a shared core memory of almost everyone’s childhood. 25 years ago Playstation created an experience drenched in sentimentality, from its iconic startup sound to storyboards that shaped our community.

Decades later they continue to do wonders. The steady stream of upcoming PlayStation5 games show no sign of slowing down. This year has without a question proven to be an exceptional year for the platform, with blockbuster releases that have gamers rushing to stores or standing for hours in line just to catch a glimpse. With the autumn season finally here, we have for you an exciting lineup of visually stunning, new yet retro games. Lets jump right in!

Let’s start off strong with undeniably the most eagerly awaited action-adventure game this year. Developed by Insomniac Games and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment, Spider-Man 2 is bound to be released October 20th. With new and old fans alike, building upon the immense success from its forerunner, this sequel provides players with a more comprehensive idea of our favorite web-swinging superhero’s voyage. Jaw-breaking graphics go hand in hand with the open-world experience, bringing New York City to your living room. The excitement revolving around this game is amplified by its inclusion of two legendary characters: Peter Parker and Miles Morales, as they work together to bring down venom.

This rebirth is naturally the next installment for the ongoing Final Fantasy 7 Remake Saga. It’s safe to say this remake is in a way its own unique game, though it draws loose inspiration from the events of the PS1 original it is clear that this version might end up following through a completely different path. The new and exciting direction taken by producer Yoshinori Kitase, has undoubtedly stirred up more attention. As players rejoin Cloud Strife and his epic group of heroes in the city of Midgar, they are bound to experience a renowned transformation of the story, characters, and visuals that made the original game a classic. With the PS5’s great power, the game boasts stunning graphics, seamless gameplay transitions, and even more immersive storytelling, one that teleports you to the streets of Midgar. Though releasing next year on February 29th, this is one for the books.

You might wanna keep the light on for this one, this solo-player game is a psychological survival horror adventure that’ll have you gripping to your seats. Releasing October 17th ,this is a follow up to the original Alan Wake game, yes the very same one which earned multiple Game of the Year awards in 2010. This sequel has been painstakingly crafted for the PS5, showcasing the cutting-edge capabilities of the platform, with detailed visuals that deliver an experience that is truly revolutionary. If you have not had the chance to play the first Alan Wake, don’t sweat it. The sequel is purposely accessible as it is designed in such a way that new players can dive into the story with no previous knowledge and still have the same experience. If you are one for survival horror this is a must play.

This upcoming action-adventure game is developed by Rocksteady Studios and published by Warner Bros Games, scheduled to be released on 2nd February 2024. In a few words, this game is exhilarating, humorous, bold and cheeky. Avoiding the traditional path, Suicide Sqaud embraces the alternative, and brings light to the anti-heros. Harley Quinn, Deadshot, King Shark, and Captain Boomerang are tasked with a seemingly impossible mission – taking down the Justice League, who have mysteriously gone rogue. A contrast to ordinary storytelling and perspective, the game takes players on a unpredicted rollercoaster of emotions throughout the DC Universe

Developed by Pieces Interactive and published by THQ Nordic, this upcoming survival horror game is a reimagining of the 1992 version ‘Alone in the Dark’, one of the pioneers of this genre. It is scheduled to be released on 16 January 2024. It is rumored to have a fresh and modern perception on its traditional formula. Players will take the role of Edward Carnby, an investigator with a mysterious past, as he navigates a dark and sinister supernatural world. For fans of chilling horror with a side of goosebumps, this game on a PS5 is an exciting prospect.

Countless games this season aim to provide a combination of nostalgia, and with the PlayStation 5’s capabilities in terms of its advanced hardware, this allows for a whole new gaming experience. Yet this seems to be just the beginning.