Survival games have always been a fan-favorite genre, and 2025 is shaping up to be a fantastic year for PlayStation 5 players looking for thrilling survival experiences. With new titles that push the boundaries of exploration, crafting, horror, and cooperative play, here are some of the most highly anticipated survival games set to release on the PS5 in 2025.
Dying Light: The Beast
Techland returns with a fresh take on the beloved Dying Light series. Dying Light: The Beast follows Kyle Crane in a zombie-infested Castor Woods, offering an intense survival-horror experience. Players will use parkour and vehicular traversal in an open world filled with dangers. The game is set for a mid-2025 release and promises a return to the series’ horror roots with advanced AI and night-time terrors that will test even the bravest players.
Cronos: The New Dawn
From the creators of The Medium comes Cronos: The New Dawn, a survival horror adventure set in a post-apocalyptic 1980s Poland. Players take on the role of an agent from the ‘Collective’—a mysterious organization that sends people back in time to rescue individuals from past catastrophic events. With a strong narrative focus, time-travel mechanics, and terrifying monstrosities, this game is a must-watch for horror fans. Expect its release on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S sometime in 2025.
Atomfall
Rebellion brings an alternate-history survival experience with Atomfall, set in the aftermath of the 1957 Windscale nuclear fire. Players explore a quarantined Lake District in the UK, scavenging for resources while dealing with radiation, factions, and supernatural horrors. This open-world survival game encourages players to craft weapons, make alliances, and uncover government secrets. Inspired by British folklore and real-world events, Atomfall is expected to launch in March 2025.
Abiotic Factor
For sci-fi survival enthusiasts, Abiotic Factor is an exciting addition to the genre. Set in an underground research facility, players must navigate hazardous environments while managing hunger, health, and crafting supplies. With support for up to six-player co-op, the game offers a blend of horror, puzzle-solving, and action. Coming to PS5 in Summer 2025, it will be available on PlayStation Plus Extra from day one.
Killing Floor 3
Tripwire Interactive’s Killing Floor 3 takes the franchise’s chaotic, wave-based survival gameplay to the next level. Players will face hordes of bioengineered ‘Zeds’ using a variety of advanced weapons and new specialist abilities. A new hub area called the ‘Stronghold’ allows players to prepare for missions, customize their characters, and strategize with teammates. With Unreal Engine 5 powering its visuals, Killing Floor 3 promises high-intensity action when it drops in March 2025.
Conclusion
2025 is packed with diverse survival experiences for PS5 players. Whether you’re looking for hardcore horror, co-op challenges, or open-world exploration, these upcoming titles offer something for everyone. Which one are you most excited for? Let us know!
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