Upcoming PS5 Games Worth Getting Excited About in 2026 and 2027

While Grand Theft Auto VI dominates the year-end conversation, the PS5 pipeline extends well beyond one headline release. Guerrilla, Housemarque, and a collection of third-party studios have confirmed titles that range from co-op machine hunting to shinobi stealth to a full remake of the game that launched Lara Croft. Here is what the PlayStation Blog has confirmed — and why each one matters.

Horizon Hunters Gathering — PS5 and PC

Guerrilla announced Horizon Hunters Gathering in February 2026, and the structure immediately separates it from the mainline Horizon games. Rather than a single-player open world, this is a co-op action game built around hunting dangerous machines across varied environments. Between missions, players return to the Hunters Gathering — described officially as a vibrant social hub — to customize their Hunter, visit vendors, and upgrade gear before the next expedition.

Two features stand out. First, the game launches with cross-play between PS5 and PC, which expands the pool of potential squadmates from day one. Second, cross-progression ties to your PlayStation account, so progress carries across platforms without losing anything. A small-scale closed playtest ran at the end of February 2026, meaning Guerrilla is actively gathering feedback before the full release.

Best for: players who want the Horizon world's machine encounters with friends rather than solo. Trade-off: if the mainline story is your primary draw, this sits outside that narrative track.

Saros — PS5 and PS5 Pro (2026)

Housemarque built its reputation on tight, punishing action with Returnal, and Saros continues that direction as a new IP confirmed for PS5 and PS5 Pro in 2026. The PlayStation Blog describes the game as evolving the studio's approach to third-person action alongside mysterious storytelling — a combination that worked well in Returnal and gives Saros a recognizable creative DNA without repeating it.

PS5 Pro support at launch suggests Housemarque intends to push visual and performance targets beyond the standard PS5 ceiling. That matters if you own the Pro and want titles that specifically target its additional capabilities. Specific gameplay details remain limited, but Housemarque's track record gives this one genuine weight on the 2026 calendar alongside the larger releases.

Best for: anyone who played Returnal and wants more from the same studio's vision. Trade-off: Housemarque games tend toward demanding difficulty; casual players may want to research before committing.

Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis — PS5 (2026)

2026 marks Tomb Raider's 30th anniversary, and the timing of Legacy of Atlantis is deliberate. The PlayStation Blog describes it as a true reimagining of Lara Croft's 1996 debut, rebuilt with modern game design and new surprises. This is not a remaster or an upscaled port — it reinterprets the original's structure and encounter design for contemporary players while keeping Atlantis as the destination.

A second title, Tomb Raider: Catalyst, follows in 2027. Having both announced simultaneously signals that Crystal Dynamics is treating this as a multi-part initiative rather than a one-off celebration. Legacy of Atlantis arrives first and functions as a standalone entry, so you don't need to wait for Catalyst to experience a complete game.

Best for: players who want a recognizable action-adventure with roots in gaming history, and anyone who missed or never played the original 1996 release. Trade-off: the "reimagining" framing means longtime fans may encounter significant departures from the source material.

Lords of the Fallen II — PS5 and PS5 Pro (2026)

Lords of the Fallen II arrives on PS5 and PS5 Pro in 2026, confirmed during Gamescom Opening Night Live in 2025. The sequel builds on the two-realms system from the first game, where players navigate both the living world and a parallel spectral realm simultaneously. CI Games confirmed that combat continues to evolve in the sequel, though specific new mechanics remain under wraps.

The original Lords of the Fallen earned attention for its interpretation of Soulslike design with a distinct visual identity. The sequel launches on PS5 Pro as a confirmed platform, which places it alongside Saros as a title that targets players who invested in Sony's higher-end hardware. For players who want a challenging action RPG to fill the gap before larger releases, this sits in a useful position on the 2026 calendar.

Best for: Soulslike players who want a demanding action RPG with a dual-realm traversal system. Trade-off: the difficulty level will not suit every player, and specific release timing within 2026 has not been confirmed.

Yakoh Shinobi Ops — PS5 (2027)

Shueisha Games and Acquire announced Yakoh Shinobi Ops for PS5 in 2027. The PlayStation Blog describes it as a four-shinobi co-op online stealth action game — a premise that combines infiltration mechanics with the kind of team coordination that makes cooperative games click when four people find their roles. The game works solo, but Acquire built it to shine specifically when four players collaborate on a shared objective.

With a 2027 target, Yakoh sits further out than the other titles here, but the concept is distinctive enough to justify tracking it now. Stealth-focused co-op games on PlayStation are rare, and a four-player team of shinobi navigating guarded territory occupies a genuinely underserved niche on the platform. Keep an eye on Tokyo Game Show 2026 and Summer Game Fest for likely opportunities to see more.

Best for: players who enjoy stealth games and have a reliable group of three others to play with. Trade-off: the 2027 window means specific release timing and final feature set could still change substantially.