Anticipated PC Game Releases in May: A Collection of Highly Awaited Titles
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Taking a peek at the May game releases, one might initially assume a quieter month. However, it's simply the lack of back-to-back RPGs that makes it seem less bustling. I'll take this break, but there's still plenty to keep me entertained alongside friends.
Kicking things off, we've got Among Us 3D (May 6, Steam) adding another dimension for those who find betraying their friends in 2D simply insufficient. It's basically Among Us VR made for flatspace fans, including crossplay between versions.
Next up, we've got Revenge of the Savage Planet (May 8, Steam) bringing co-op action-adventuring through alien worlds. Plus, there's housing. Every gamer loves collecting junk for their personal abode.
An intriguing title is Labyrinth Of The Demon King (May 13, Steam), a game that resembles something from the PS2 horror era. Although it may have a petrifying aesthetic, it caught our attention during last year's Steam Scream Fest for its spine-tingling sounds and Silent Hill vibe.
In May, everyone's favorite chainsaw-wielding hero, Doom Guy, gets some new toys, including giant mechs and a literal dragon in Doom: The Dark Ages (May 15, Steam). Although Josh wasn't totally sold on the Panzer Dragoon bits during his preview, he still felt eager to dive in at launch.
Monster Train 2 (May 15, Steam) should be on everyone's radar as well. While the first Monster Train wasn't as widely recognized as Slay the Spire, it provided a unique deckbuilder experience upon the genre's boom. Some of us even prefer it over Slay the Spire.
Lastly, co-op enthusiasts won't want to miss Elden Ring Nightreign (May 30, Steam), which might send some FromSoft fans into a panic, but I'm more of the 'Don't Make Me Tackle Her Alone' ilk and require a buddy (or three). Compared to Fortnite's structure during Morgan's Nightreign preview, the game intrigued me despite causing me immense grief.
Moving on to May events and sales, catch upcoming news on games like Gamescom Latam in São Paulo until May 4. Don't miss the Mafia: The Old Country dev chat and Gearbox presentations on Risk of Rain 2 and Borderlands 4 at PAX East, taking place in Boston from May 8 through May 11. EVO Japan returns from May 9 to May 11 in Tokyo, featuring Street Fighter 6, Guilty Gear Strive, and Granblue Versus.
The Six One Indie Showcase airs on May 22, showcasing games from smaller studios with previews and developer interviews. If you're still hunting for new games, look no further than the week-long Steam Fest sales for themes such as Wargames Fest, Creature Collector Fest, and Zombies vs. Vampires Fest.
More exciting May releases include Drop Dutchy (May 5), Captain Blood (May 8), Creature Keeper (May 8), Spirit of the North 2 (May 8), and many more. To stay updated on the latest gaming news, reviews, and hardware deals, follow the trusted advice of the experienced PC Gamer team, led by Andrea Shearon, who's covered games for nearly a decade and enjoys a good scare in co-op horror games and MMOs.
- The upcoming game 'Among Us 3D' promises to elevate the betrayal experience with its added dimension, catering to those who find 2D insufficient.
- 'Revenge of the Savage Planet', releasing on May 8, offers co-op action-adventuring through alien worlds, complete with housing for collectors of galactic junk.
- 'Labyrinth Of The Demon King', set to launch on May 13, resembles the horror games of the PS2 era, capturing attention with its chilling sounds and Silent Hill-esque vibe.
- In 'Doom: The Dark Ages', available on May 15, players can wield giant mechs and a dragon alongside Doom Guy, despite Josh's initial reservations about the Panzer Dragoon elements.
- 'Monster Train 2', also launching on May 15, is a unique deckbuilder game that some prefer over Slay the Spire, offering a fresh perspective on the genre's boom.
- 'Elden Ring Nightreign', releasing on May 30, may cause panic among FromSoft fans, but those like me who prefer collaborative gameplay will find it irresistible.
- May events such as 'Gamescom Latam' in São Paulo, 'PAX East' in Boston, and 'EVO Japan' in Tokyo are highlighted as must-attend events for gamers, featuring dev chats, Gearbox presentations, and game showcases.
- The 'Six One Indie Showcase' airing on May 22 features games from smaller studios, providing previews and interviews for those still searching for new games.
- This month also sees the release of various games such as 'Drop Dutchy', 'Captain Blood', 'Creature Keeper', 'Spirit of the North 2', and more, with trusted advice from the PC Gamer team, led by Andrea Shearon, to keep up with the latest gaming news, reviews, and deals in fashion-and-beauty, food-and-drink, home-and-garden, and global cuisines, all while engaging in a lifestyle centered around cooking.
