We’re halfway through May already, and this month delivers a blockbuster lineup across genres from racing, action, horror, platforming, and more. Experience adrenaline-fueled drifts in neon-lit Tokyo or discover aquatic wonders and mysteries in alien oceans. We’ve featured some of these releases, but do check out the rest. Happy Gaming weekend!
Release: May 19
Platform: PC, Xbox Series X/S
The massive racing franchise heads to Japan. Expect heavy emphasis on car culture, night drives, mountain drifting, and stunning environments in this highly anticipated open-world entry. We even saw a game mode where you were racing against a Gundam mecha. Awesome if you ask us.
Release: May 27
Platform: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S
Developed by the studio behind Hitman (IO Interactive), this cinematic action-adventure serves as an origin story for James Bond, focusing on espionage, gadgets, and mission-based stealth. There hasn’t been a great James Bond game since Goldeneye, and we think the origin story will be First Light’s great draw.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight
Release:May 22
Platform: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S
A fresh take on Gotham that blends silver-screen Batman influences and Rocksteady Arkham vibes with TT Games’ signature family-friendly LEGO humor. We just wish they got Lego Batman voice Actor Will Arnett for the game.
Release: May 12
Platform: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S
The newest cinematic, choice-based horror game from the Dark Pictures Anthology. Inspired by The Thing, it pits a deep-space crew against an alien threat. And the reviews are already out, and a lot of people love it. The pivot to sci-fi horror is definitely a welcome change. Think of it as Dead Space, but with more stealth, fewer weapons, and the same level of horror.
Release: May 14
Platform: C, Xbox Series X/S Early Access
The terrifying underwater survival game returns, sending players to a new alien ocean with expanded base-building mechanics and the highly requested addition of four-player co-op. S A lot of gamers have dived deep into this beloved series, as news sites reported that it has sold more than 2 million copies in 12 days.
Release: May 21
Platform: Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo’s beloved dinosaur stars in his first new game since 2019, a 2D platformer set within a charming, hand-drawn storybook world. You know it’s going to be a great game because it’s exclusive on the Nintendo.
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