We’re four years into the PlayStation 5’s lifecycle, which means that we’ve likely hit the halfway point. Console generations tend to last around eight years these days, so it’s not impossible that we’ll get aPlayStation 6by 2028. While it might seem way too early to start anticipating a far off console (and itis), the reality is that the groundwork for it is likely being laid as we speak. Large scale exclusives can take well over four years to produce, which means that some PS6 games could be in the works right this second.
Some of those games seem like foregone conclusions. We’ll likely see new games in the God of War and Horizon series, as well as new IP from studios like Housemarque. As for the rest? We already have some firm ideas about what games will land on Sony’s next console. That’s partially thanks to studio confirmation, leaks, and some good old fashioned common sense. Here our best guesses as to what we might be playing on a shiny new PlayStation by 2030.
Marvel’s Spider-Man 3
Last year, developer Insomniac was the victim ofa massive hack. The ransomware attack led to loads of sensitive information being leaked to the public, including tons of details aboutMarvel’s Wolverine. Among that pile of information was information on Insomniac’s entire development timeline through 2031. Thanks to that, we know four games likely slated for a PS6 release including one new IP and a new Ratchet and Clank game. The most obvious game on the list?Marvel’s Spider-Man 3, which is aiming for a 2028 launch. This is a no-brainer considering thatMarvel’s Spider-Man 2ends with several teases about its sequel, even confirming some villains. If its planned date holds up, this is the most likely contender for a launch game at the moment.
Marvel’s X-Men
That’s not all from Insomniac. The leaks confirmed that the studio is currently working on a full X-Men game slated for 2030. That’ll serve as a follow up toMarvel’s Wolverine, which is expected to launch on PS5 by 2026. It’s hard to predict too much about what that will entail considering that we don’t know where Wolverine’s story will go, but what’s most intriguing here is its multiplayer potential. Insomniac is more known for its single-player experiences, but a franchise like X-Men seems ripe for co-op. Will players get to team up using their favorite mutants, or will Insomniac take aMarvel’s Guardians of the Galaxyapproach here with a solo-team setup? It’ll be a long time until we find out, so expect to stay in the dark for a few more years.
Uncharted 5
After canceling its planned Last of Us multiplayer game, all eyes are on Naughty Dog right now. The studio is perhaps Sony’s most valuable entity and we know it hasmultiple single-player games currently in development. We expect to see at least one of those hit PS5 in the next four years; my money is onThe Last of Us Part 3considering the success of its TV show. As for what might come to PS6? Our best guess is a long-awaited return to the Uncharted series. Even ifUncharted 4: A Thief’s Endfelt like a conclusion for Nathan Drake, there’s a strong possibility that we get a proper sequel starring his daughter Cassie. That feels like exactly the kind of move Naughty Dog would go for considering howThe Last of Us Part 2played out.
What I’m most interested to see is how Bungie plays into PlayStation’s future. Sony bought the studio in 2022 for over $3 billion, which was something of a statement purchase. We’ll likely see the fruits of that acquisition soon withMarathon, but we have to imagine that something even bigger is on the horizon:Destiny 3. The Destiny series has proven its staying power over the last decade with frequent updates and a steady player base. While most successful MMOs tend to cruise along as long as they can, I’d imagine Sony might want something a little more modern to show off the power of the PS6 and its commitment to PC gaming. And withDestiny 2‘sThe Final Shapeexpansion closing the door on one story, it feels like the right time to start cooking up the sci-fi series’ next chapter, even if that doesn’t come for a few more years.
Final Fantasy VII remake part 3
When it comes to third-party games, there are already a few games that you’re able to expect to see. The biggest is the final installment of theFinal Fantasy VIIremake project. While we don’t know much about it, there was a four-year gap betweenRemakeandRebirth. If that same development cycle holds up, the final chapter should launch sometime around 2028, potentially right as a new console generation begins. Of course, it could come out just before PS6 drops with anIntergrade-like upgrade planned after, but a cross-generational release feels likely.
Cyberpunk 2
The biggest power played of the next console generation may just be CD Projekt Red. Despite a disastrousCyberpunk 2077launch in 2020, the studio has found its footing and restored goodwill with fans since then. It has already confirmed that its juggling multiple games, with many likely to drop in the next console generation. That’ll include at least one, if not two, games in its next Witcher trilogy, but the biggest thing to watch out for is a sequel toCyberpunk 2077. The project isalready in early developmentand recruiting talent to work on it. If the company’s long development timelines hold up to history, don’t expect to see this until the 2030s.
Bloodborne remake
I’ll throw you all one bone for this last one. For years now, FromSoftware fans have clamored for some kind ofBloodbornenews, whether that be a sequel or PC port. We think that could feasibly happen on PS6 thanks to Bluepoint Games. The studio is responsible for the PS6’s best launch game, an excellent remake ofDemon’s Souls. We wouldn’t be surprised to see Sony repeat that success with a full Bloodborne remake that launches alongside PS6. By then, the game will be two console generations old, which makes the idea of a touch-up seem more reasonable. Of course, we’re setting ourselves up for disappointment here, but we have hope.
