This guide provides a verified overview of major PlayStation 5 releases scheduled for late 2025 and confirmed titles coming in 2026. We focus on games with official announcements and link to primary sources wherever possible. Release dates frequently shift during development, so always verify timing through the PlayStation Store or official publisher channels before making purchase decisions.
December 2025 Major Release
Gran Turismo 7: Power Pack DLC
Polyphony Digital releases the Power Pack expansion for Gran Turismo 7 on December 4, 2025. This paid downloadable content adds fifty new races distributed across twenty different racing categories, significantly expanding the single-player career mode. The headline feature is a new endurance racing mode that includes 24-hour events, allowing players to experience the marathon racing format that defines real-world endurance championships like Le Mans.
The DLC introduces full race weekends with practice sessions, qualifying rounds, and main races, mimicking the structure of professional motorsport events. Gran Turismo Sophy 3.0 AI powers the computer-controlled opponents, providing more challenging and realistic racing behavior compared to the base game's AI. The package includes 5,000,000 in-game credits to help players purchase and upgrade vehicles for the new events.
Source: PlayStation Blog announcement. Full coverage: Gran Turismo 7 Power Pack details.
Confirmed 2026 PlayStation Exclusives
Marvel's Wolverine
Insomniac Games confirmed that Marvel's Wolverine will launch on PlayStation 5 during Fall 2026. The studio revealed new gameplay footage during a September 2024 State of Play presentation, showing the game's combat system and setting. Unlike Insomniac's Spider-Man titles, Wolverine features a mature rating and focuses on close-quarters combat that takes advantage of the character's healing factor and adamantium claws.
The Fall 2026 window typically covers September through November in the gaming industry calendar. The game is currently available for wishlisting on the PlayStation Store, which will notify you when pre-orders open and when the final release date is announced. Sources: PlayStation Blog, Marvel.com coverage.
Major Third-Party Release
Grand Theft Auto VI
Rockstar Games announced that Grand Theft Auto VI will release on November 19, 2026 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles. This date represents a delay from the originally planned early 2026 window. Grand Theft Auto VI returns to the Vice City setting and introduces two playable protagonists for the first time in the series. The game will utilize the full capabilities of current-generation console hardware for its open-world simulation.
Rockstar typically provides extensive marketing in the months leading up to release, so expect additional gameplay reveals and feature announcements throughout 2026. Example coverage: Engadget report on release date.
Games with Uncertain Timing
Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra
Developer Skydance New Media announced a delay for Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra beyond its previously planned early 2026 release window. The studio has not provided a new target date. This narrative-driven action-adventure game features Captain America and Black Panther during World War II, with an ensemble cast including Gabriel Jones, Nanali, and other characters from the Marvel universe. The game uses Unreal Engine 5 and emphasizes story-driven gameplay with cinematic presentation.
When games move out of their initial release windows without a replacement date, it typically indicates the developer needs additional development time to meet quality targets. Source: Gematsu delay report.
Silent Hill: Townfall
Silent Hill: Townfall remains in active development at Annapurna Interactive and NoCode Games, but the publisher has not confirmed platforms or a release window. The development studio recently rebranded, which typically accompanies organizational changes but does not necessarily indicate project status. Konami announced Townfall as part of a broader Silent Hill revival initiative that includes multiple games from different developers, each exploring different aspects of the Silent Hill universe.
Studio update: Push Square coverage of developer name change.
How to Track Release Dates
The most reliable method for tracking PlayStation game releases is to add titles to your wishlist on the PlayStation Store. When you wishlist a game, the store sends notifications when pre-orders become available, when the release date changes, and when the game launches. You can manage your wishlist through your PlayStation 5 console, the PlayStation mobile app, or the web version of the PlayStation Store.
The official PlayStation Blog publishes announcements for first-party Sony games and major third-party releases. Following the blog provides early notice of delays, release date confirmations, and new game announcements. Third-party publishers typically announce their own games through dedicated press releases and social media channels.
For tracking multiple upcoming releases, visit PlayStation Blog regularly and check our PS-Gaming News section for curated updates on major releases and date changes.
Understanding Release Date Changes
Video game release dates change frequently during development. Publishers announce initial target windows based on development projections, but unforeseen technical challenges, quality concerns, or market timing considerations often lead to delays. Major AAA titles from studios like Rockstar Games, Insomniac Games, and other high-profile developers commonly shift their dates at least once during the announcement-to-release cycle.
When a publisher announces a delay, they typically provide a new target window rather than a specific date if the game needs substantial additional development time. Delays often improve final product quality, as they allow developers to polish gameplay, fix bugs, and complete planned features without rushing to meet an artificial deadline.
Our policy on this site is to report only officially confirmed information from publishers and developers. We avoid speculation and unverified leaks, focusing instead on dates and details that companies have publicly announced through press releases, blog posts, or official presentations.