The gaming world started off the year with a bang. Several important acquisitions were announced, including Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard, Sony’s acquisition of Bungie, and Take-Two Interactive’s acquisition of Zynga. These billion-dollar moves have placed gamers in a realm of uncertainty, and the future of many franchises remains murky as a result. Fortunately, the big changes have not halted the output of quality games from studios worldwide, and throughout the first half of 2022, there has been a torrent of generation-defining AAA games which includeElden Ring,Horizon Forbidden West, andTiny Tina’s Wonderlands.
While May 2022 is a bit slower than previous months, as far as big releases go, there are still plenty of games to look forward to. Studios such as Rebellion Developments and Saber Interactive are ensuring that there is never a dull moment in the gaming world, and while most gamers may be looking ahead to bigger releases such asPokemon Scarlet and VioletandGod of War Ragnarok, there are many games in May that are not to be missed.
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Games to Look Out For in May
Perhaps the most aesthetically striking game releasing this month isTrek to Yomi, which hit shelves on May 5. The game, which is developed by Flying Wild Hog, is presented in black-and-white, and it is set in Japan during the Edo period. In this side-scrolling action game, players take control of a warrior named Hiroki, who is on the hunt to stop the people who are destroying his village. For players who want to immerse themselves in Japanese culture, Trek to Yomi is worth a try, and gamers will get to experience it on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
For fans of multiplayer games, there isEvil Dead: The Gamewhich is set to release on May 13 on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. Developed by Saber Interactive,Evil Dead: The Gameis based on the horror film franchise of the same name. Survivors must work together to fight Deadites, and players can improve their chances of survival by leveling up and unlocking new skills from the skill tree. As the game will be steeped inEvil Deadlore, it is certain to be a treat for fans of the franchise.
Players who lovetactical shooter gameshave not been left out in the cold, asSniper Elite 5is scheduled to release on May 26. The game centers on Karl Fairburne, who is tasked with traveling to France to stop a secret Nazi project. As usual, the game does not shy away from gore, and long-distance kills will trigger the x-ray kill cam which shows how the bullet obliterates the bones and organs of enemies.Sniper Elite 5will be available on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
All Games Releasing in May
There is a fair assortment of games awaiting gamers in May, and fans of every genre will find something to please them. Although some of the more anticipated titles are only coming out in the latter half of 2022, there are still plenty of great games being released in the interval.
