Most Anticipated PS4/PS5 Games of 2024 (Canada & US)

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There have been plenty of high-profile releases in the past year, with titles like Starfield and Baldur’s Gate 3 grabbing the spotlight. Yet the studios are far from resting. New projects will soon unveil fresh ideas and familiar universes, as well as bold new concepts. This list highlights the most anticipated games coming in 2024 for PS4 and PS5, offering a clear guide so players know where to invest their time.

Tekken 8

  • Release date: January 26, 2024
  • Developers: Arika, BANDAI NAMCO Studios, Tekken Project
  • Publishers: Arika, BANDAI NAMCO Studios, Tekken Project
  • Platforms: PS5
  • Cooperative: yes
  • Genre: fighting

Tekken 8 continues Bandai Namco’s renowned fighting saga, promising fresh innovations, sharper visuals, and more intense clashes that push traditional mechanics forward. Expect photorealistic graphics, adrenaline-fueled bouts, and a robust single‑player arcade mode that satisfies both casual players and competitive fighters alike.

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth

  • Release date: January 26, 2024
  • Developer: Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio
  • Publisher: Sega, Sega of America
  • Platforms: PS4, PS5
  • Genre: Role-playing, action, adventure

Another plunge into the Yakuza universe arrives with Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, building on the traditions of Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth and guiding players through a world where every choice shapes fortune or misfortune. sharpen your combat skills, master intricate battles, and explore a darker underworld narrative that travels beyond Japan into a broader landscape.

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League

  • Release date: January 30, 2024
  • Developer: Rocksteady Studios
  • Publisher: Warner Bros. Games
  • Platforms: PS5
  • Cooperative: yes
  • Genre: shooter, fighting game, action-adventure, role-playing game, platformer

Players step into the shoes of familiar villains in Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. The goal remains the same heroic mission as the Justice League, but executed with bright action, offbeat humor, and strong cooperative play that makes the experience feel like a high-octane heist cartoon come to life.

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Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons remake

  • Release date: February 28, 2024
  • Developer: Avantgarden
  • Publisher: 505 Games
  • Platforms: PS5
  • Cooperative: yes
  • Genre: adventure game, puzzle, platform game

Fans of the original Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons will remember the heartfelt journey of two brothers and the emotional twists that defined the game. The remake invites players to relive that story with modern visuals and refined gameplay, inviting both longtime fans and newcomers to experience the familiar tale anew.

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth

  • Release date: February 29, 2024
  • Developer and Publisher: Square Enix
  • Platforms: PS5
  • Genre: role playing, action

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth marks the second installment in the multi-part remake of the legendary RPG. It transports players to a vivid world where fantasy blends with contemporary storytelling. Even those new to the series can appreciate the cinematic approach and evolving combat that define this ambitious project.

Silent Hill 2 (2024)

  • Release date: February 29, 2024
  • Developer: Bloober Team
  • Publishers: Konami
  • Platforms: PS5
  • Genre: survival horror, action, adventure game

Silent Hill 2 arrives as a faithful remake of a true horror classic. Modern visuals intensify the unnerving atmosphere, while preserving the core emotional impact that defined the original. Fans will feel the same nerves and dread as they navigate the fog-shrouded town and its unsettling mysteries.

Alone in the Dark (2024)

  • Release date: March 20, 2024
  • Developer: Pieces Interactive
  • Publisher: THQ Nordic
  • Platforms: PS5
  • Genre: survival horror

Another remake enters the scene with Alone in the Dark. The developers promise a refreshed take on the original, delivering a more atmospheric and graphically rich experience that appeals to fans of survival horror who enjoy tense, cerebral storytelling.

Dragon’s Dogma 2

  • Release date: March 22, 2024
  • Developer: Capcom
  • Publishers: Capcom
  • Platforms: PS5
  • Genre: action RPG, fighting game, shooting game

Dragon’s Dogma 2 carries the legacy of the original while expanding its open world and combat depth. Players assume the Arisen’s role, guiding a perilous journey against dragons and dark forces in Gransys, with a focus on dynamic encounters and strategic party play.

Black Myth: Wukong

  • Release date: August 20, 2024
  • Developers and Publishers: Game Science Interactive
  • Platforms: PS4, PS5
  • Genre: Fighting, Action RPG, Adventure

Black Myth: Wukong draws from Chinese folklore and the classic Journey to the West, delivering a bold blend of myth, martial prowess, and cinematic scale. The title promises a richly choreographed action experience with a strong narrative heartbeat.

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Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2

  • Release date: winter 2024
  • Developer: Saber Interactive
  • Publisher: Focus Entertainment
  • Platforms: PS5
  • Cooperative: yes
  • Genre: shooting game, fighting game, adventure game

Step into the mighty world of Space Marines and experience the awe-inspiring battles and grand scale of Warhammer 40,000. Expect a visceral shooter that honors the franchise while delivering modern mechanics and co-op play.

Hades 2

  • Release date: 2024
  • Developers: Supergiant Games
  • Publisher: Supergiant Games
  • Platforms: PS4, PS5
  • Genre: roguelike, fighting, shooter

The sequel to the acclaimed Hades expands on its roguelike framework with fresh gods, new environments, and smarter tricks. It’s a single‑player journey set in a vibrant mythic world that builds on the first game’s addictive loop and storytelling punch.

Death Stranding 2

  • Release date: 2024 (according to prior information)
  • Developers: Kojima Productions, Guerrilla Games
  • Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment
  • Platforms: PS5
  • Genre: action, adventure game

Death Stranding 2 continues Kojima’s signature blend of mystery, exploration, and inventive delivery logistics. The sequel promises a narrative and mechanical experience that challenges players while offering the signature cinematic moments the series is known for.

Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn

  • Release date: 2024
  • Developer: EA DICE
  • Platform: PS4, PS5
  • Publisher: Electronic Arts
  • Genre: Role-playing, action-adventure

Flintlock merges dark fantasy with late‑age technology, presenting a grand, open‑world RPG adventure. Set in a mythic, post‑apocalyptic landscape, it invites players to explore magical realms and engage in strategic battles against formidable foes.

Rise of the Ronin

  • Release date: 2024
  • Developer: Team Ninja
  • Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment
  • Platform: PS5
  • Genre: Role-playing, action-adventure

Rise of the Ronin brings PlayStation 5 players into a war‑torn Japan during the Bakumatsu era. An expansive open world, historically inspired events, and intense melee systems promise a deeply immersive samurai saga with modernized visuals and mechanics.

Little Nightmares 3

  • Release date: 2024
  • Developer: Supermassive Games
  • Publishers: Bandai Namco Games, Namco Bandai Games America
  • Platform: PS4, PS5
  • Co-op: yes (online only)
  • Genre: platformer, adventure game, puzzle, horror elements

The Little Nightmares series has long captured players with its eerie atmosphere and unsettling charm. The third installment will introduce online co‑op, while continuing the haunting story of the Pale City and its surreal dangers.

Still awakens the depth

  • Release date: 2024
  • Developer: The Chinese Room
  • Publisher: Secret Mode
  • Platform: PS5
  • Genre: adventure game, action, horror

Imagine being alone on an oil platform in the North Sea as a storm rages and colleagues vanish. Still Awakens the Depth invites players into a claustrophobic world where the environment itself becomes a threat, building a palpable sense of decay and dread as time runs out.

Banishers: Spirits of New Eden

  • Release date: February 13, 2024
  • Developer: Don’t nod
  • Publisher: Focus Entertainment
  • Platform: PS5
  • Genre: adventure game, action RPG

Set in colonial America around 1695, Banishers follows two professional ghost hunters who swap between their roles to uncover a stirring, emotional tale. Trailer previews hint at a narrative with real heart and tension—worth following closely.

Star Wars Outlaws

  • Release date: 2024
  • Developers: Massive Entertainment, Ubisoft
  • Publishers: Ubisoft, Lucasfilm Games
  • Platform: PS5
  • Cooperative: unknown
  • Genre: action-adventure, shooter

Star Wars Outlaws places players in a role as a notorious criminal in a galaxy far, far away. Set between episodes five and six, the game blends gunplay, heists, and a Wild West sensibility into a fresh, cinematic Star Wars experience.

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2

  • Release date: February 2024
  • Developers: The Chinese Room, Hardsuit Labs, Paradox Interactive
  • Publisher: Paradox Interactive
  • Platform: PS4, PS5
  • Genre: adventure game, action RPG, shooter, fighting game

The game’s future hung in the balance, but a recent trailer confirms continued development. Seattle’s vampire politics and factional struggles promise a moody, story-driven experience with a strong RPG core.

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown

  • Release date: January 15, 2024
  • Developers: Ubisoft Montpellier, Ubisoft
  • Publisher: Ubisoft
  • Platform: PS4, PS5
  • Genre: platformer, action-adventure, fighting game

The renaissance of Prince of Persia arrives with The Lost Crown, arriving more than a decade after the previous installment. The vibrant trailer hints at a modern, colorful take that still captures the spirit of the original games, inviting both veterans and newcomers to a dazzling journey.

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Source: VG Times

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