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PlayStation 5 coverage tracks Sony's current-generation console, from major game releases and system updates to storefront changes, hardware news and player-facing features.
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Latest PlayStation 5 stories and platform updates.
Skull and Bones
Skull and Bones has kicked off Year 3 with Shattered Seas, a new season focused on deeper ship progression, tougher World Tiers and the Galleon. The update is live now on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.
Multi-platform
Call of the Elder Gods launches today as Out of the Blue Games returns to narrative puzzle adventure with a darker Lovecraftian sequel to Call of the Sea. The game is available on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Game Pass.
FortniteOverwatch
Fortnite's long-rumored Overwatch crossover is set to begin on May 14. Epic's teaser points to D.Va as the first confirmed skin, while other reported heroes remain unconfirmed.
PlayStation 5Xbox Series X|SNintendo Switch
Nitro Gen Omega has reached its full 1.0 release after Steam Early Access, with PlayStation's launch trailer putting the mecha tactical RPG back in front of console players. The game is out on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and PC.
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Abiotic Factor's Cosmic Companions update is live as a free 1.3.0 patch, bringing Pets 2.0, chemistry crafting, a new portal world and a long list of new items.
Multi-platform
Scuf Omega has launched worldwide as an officially licensed PS5 performance controller priced at $219.99 in the US. The controller adds rear paddles, side buttons, G-Keys and mobile app customization.
ForzaForza Horizon
Forza Horizon 6 will give pre-launch buyers an exclusive pre-tuned Ferrari J50, a nod to Ferrari's Japan anniversary car. The bonus applies to any edition and the Premium Upgrade before launch.
Genshin Impact
Genshin Impact Version Luna VII launches May 20, adding Nicole Reeyn, Lohen and Prune as new playable characters. The update also sends players back to Sumeru for a new Archon Quest and a major new threat.
Overwatch
Overwatch Anniversary 2026 begins May 12 and runs through June 1. Blizzard is lining up launch hero skins, Anniversary Loot Boxes, 2D cosmetics, weapon charms and exclusive titles for the 10-year celebration.
The Dark Pictures Anthology
Directive 8020 launches May 12 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, giving Supermassive Games a deep-space horror story with real-time threats, mimic paranoia and couch co-op.
Crimson Desert
Crimson Desert update 1.06 lets players tame animals including bears, wolves, iguanas, raptors, lions and tigers as special mounts. The patch also adds material extraction, Oongka's unarmed skills, dog attacks and Night Tone Mode.
Forza
Forza Horizon 6 has reportedly leaked after an unencrypted Steam preload exposed a 155GB build ahead of launch. Microsoft and Playground Games have not publicly commented on the reported leak.
