ThePlayStation 5’s library has grown immensely since the new console launched in 2020, and it’s showing no signs of slowing down. New games are released for thePS5on a regular basis, ensuring that there is constantly something new to play along with the thousands of legacy games readily available on the platform.
While summer is traditionally a slow season for the gaming industry, there have been many noteworthynew PS5 game releases. July 2025 alone has seen its fair share of high-profile PS5 game launches, so owners of Sony’s latest home console have plenty of new experiences to check out. The new releases from these past two weeks alone should be enough to entertain any PS5 gamer over this weekend.
This weekend’s PS5 game recommendations largely focus on the console’s latest releases, with a mix of co-op and single-player games. Those that want toplay games online with their friendswill find some interesting titles here, while those looking for something to play solo this weekend will find recommendations relevant to their interests as well. From the zanyAbiotic Factorto the brutally difficult new Soulslike gameWuchang: Fallen Feathers, here are the five PlayStation 5 games that I recommend fans check out this weekend.
Abiotic Factor
PS5 gamers looking for a fresh co-op experience need look no further thanAbiotic Factor.A co-op survival game for up to six players,Abiotic Factorhas players exploring an underground facility, collecting resources, fighting monsters, and dealing with all kinds of bizarre interdimensional happenings. With aesthetics inspired by Valve’sHalf-Lifeseries,Abiotic Factorcertainly carves out a unique niche for itself in the survival game genre.
What may makeAbiotic Factoreven more appealing to PS5 gamers is the fact that the game is readily available to play through PlayStation Plus. Those that are signed up for the Extra or Premium tiers of PS Plus can playAbiotic Factoras much as they want without having to buy the game itself.Abiotic Factorbeing a day one PS Plus Extra gameshould make it a lot easier for PS5 gamers to convince their friends to check it out as well.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach
By this point, it’s safe to say that most hardcore Kojima fans on PS5 have already played throughDeath Stranding 2: On the Beach’s storyand have reached the end credits. But beatingDeath Stranding 2’s story is just the tip of the iceberg. The huge open world game is stuffed full of things for players to do if they want to get 100% completion and earn the Platinum trophy. Whether one spends their time building infrastructure for other Porters to take advantage of or works to complete deliveries themselves, there should still be plenty more to enjoy inDeath Stranding 2: On the Beachbefore putting it back on the shelf.
My Friendly Neighborhood
Imagine aBioShock-style survival-horror game with muppets, and that’s whatMy Friendly Neighborhoodis.My Friendly Neighborhoodfirst released on PC in 2023 and earned mostly positive reviews, but the bizarre horror game has now made its way to console.My Friendly Neighborhood’s console launchcame out of nowhere, but it has proven to be a pleasant surprise for fans of the genre. And with an average time to beat of only 4.5 hours,My Friendly Neighborhoodisn’t a major time commitment. PS5 gamers should have plenty of time to not only startMy Friendly Neighborhoodthis weekend, but beat the game as well.
Ready or Not
There is a lot of controversy surroundingReady or Notand how it was toned down to bring the game to consoles, but it still provides an intense SWAT experience that is otherwise hard to find on PS5.Ready or Notis a throwback to classic SWAT games, with players able to tackle missions solo or in co-op with their friends. Each scenario can be tackled in numerous ways, with players rated based on their performance. The goal is to sweep each map, finding the necessary evidence, saving hostages, and arresting or killing bad guys, depending on what the scenario calls for. As long as one isn’t too bothered by thecensorship controversy, there is a lot to like aboutReady or Not.
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers
Soulslike fans have been eating well these last few years, with a steady string of new releases in the genre to enjoy.Wuchang: Fallen Feathersis the latest Soulsliketo throw its hat in the ring, and it’s proving to be a hit among genre fans. Offering the exciting, tough-as-nails action typical of the genre,Wuchang: Fallen Feathersshould keep Soulslike fans on PS5 plenty busy this weekend.
