When it comes to video game releases, May doesn't disappoint. With this year's constant wave of great titles, there's going to be a lot up for grabs over the next 31 days.
The excellent Ghost of Tsushima director's cut has finally arrived on PC, putting players in the shoes of Hitoshi Sakai, a rogue samurai bent on revenge against the invading Mongol army. If you're looking for something light-hearted, consider Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door, a remaster of the classic GameCube RPG featuring enhanced graphics, improved sound, and modern gameplay .
Read this article to find out about other games coming this month and later this year. Don't forget to check out other options in our roundup of the best PC games.
Little Kitty, Big City
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Platform: Nintendo Switch, PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S
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Release date: May 9, 2024
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Rating: E
In Little Kitty in the Big City, you play as a brave cat who must return to the comfort of his apartment in this fun, casual, exploration-based adventure. The bustling city is full of curious humans and animals who need your help in times of trouble. Or you can give in to your cat's natural instincts and threaten the birds, people, and potted plants you encounter on the street.
$24.99 with steam
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home world 3
This real-time strategy game takes you into the starry skies for fleet combat in a fully 3D space. Navigate crumbling ancient ruins, asteroid fields, and particle storms as you battle factions desperately fighting for control of hyperspace gates. A three-player co-op mode and player-versus-player (PVP) battles further enhance the combat experience.
$59.99 with steam
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Ghost of Tsushima director's cut version
Developer Sucker Punch Productions originally brought Ghost of Tsushima to PS4, but enhanced it with the PS5 Director's Cut. This new PC version builds on the previous version with better performance modes and display options. Of course, you can also explore the open world, customize the protagonist Hitoshi Sakai with cool armor, and protect Tsushima from the Mongol invasion.
$59.99 with steam
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Senua's Saga: Hellblade II
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Platform: PC, Xbox Series X/S
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Release date: May 21, 2024
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Rating: M
In Hellblade II, you once again pick up your sword and journey through the dangerous Nordic wastes. Enhanced combat offers more action-packed options, and puzzle-focused environments take advantage of Senua's broken mental state to hide secrets and paths.
$49.99 with steam
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system shock
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Platform: PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S
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Release date: May 21, 2024
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Rating: M
1994's System Shock was a groundbreaking first-person shooter that established many of the elements we've come to associate with the immersive simulation genre. His 2023 PC remake honored that legacy by completely overhauling the controls, music, and graphics while retaining the elements that made the original great. Its remake is coming to consoles, giving everyone (except Switch owners) access to this masterfully crafted classic.
$39.99 with steam
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storm waves
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Platform: Android, iOS, PC
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Release date: May 22, 2024
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Rating: N/A
Genshin changed the gaming world by giving mobile gamers a high-quality smartphone RPG (also available on consoles and PC). Wuthering Waves is developer Kuro Games' answer to that open-world adventure. An action RPG featuring a vast world and stylish battles available on mobile devices and PC.
Paper Mario Thousand Year Door
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Platform: Nintendo Switch
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Release date: May 23, 2024
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Rating: E
It's been nearly 20 years since this classic RPG debuted on the Nintendo GameCube, and it's time for its quirky characters and story to be treated in HD. This version features enhanced combat with character swapping features, updated graphics, and an enhanced soundtrack.
$59.99 at best buy
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