Video Games Coming Out in May 2022

Resident Evil Hamlet, Mass Result LE and Other Exciting Games Coming Out in May

Keeping runway of all the latest video games coming out is an increasingly complex task, what with multiple PC storefronts, Xbox Ane, PS4, Switch, mobile, and more than to keep track of, just don't worry, I'm here to help. Every month I'll exist running down the games you need to be keeping an eye on, from the big triple-A headliners, to the intriguing indies you might otherwise overlook.

After a few somewhat pokey months, things are set up to pick up in May with the much-hyped Resident Evil Village and the long-awaited Mass Upshot: Legendary Edition. Some potentially large new IPs besides drop this month, including Biomutant and Hood: Outlaws and Legends. Meanwhile, on the indie forepart, you tin can wait forrad to the beautiful stop-motion adventure game Papetura, the overdue full launch of Subnautica: Beneath Zero, and more.

Note: While I may have played demos or got early access to some of the games recommended in this commodity, in most cases I'm simply choosing games that look promising, and tin can't vouch for the end product. Do expect for reviews before buying!

That said, here are the games you should be looking out for in May…

The Headliners

Resident Evil Hamlet (PC, Xbox I, Xbox Series X/Southward, PS4, PS5 & Stadia, May seven)

After a couple years focusing on remakes, the next fully-original entry in the Resident Evil franchise is about here. Returning to first person and standing the story of Ethan Winters, Resident Evil Hamlet also delivers some serious RE4 vibes with a story and setting that leans heavily into gothic horror. Forget zombies, this time effectually you're going to be dealing with werewolves, vampires, creepy dolls, and more! Add the return of Mercenaries mode to the mix, and this could exist the most deliciously-evil RE titles in a while. Pre-club the game hither.

Hood: Outlaws and Legends (PC, Xbox I, Xbox Serial Ten/S, PS4 & PS5, May 10)

Hood: Outlaws and Legends is a new co-op stealth game based loosely on the tales of Robin Hood, although don't expect a lot of merriness. This is decidedly nighttime, violent accept on the legend. Take control of classes inspired past Robin Hood, Fiddling John, Friar Constrict, and Maid Marian, pull off daring heists, and take out a few of King John'south men along the way. One for all and all for ane! Pre-order the game here.

Mass Outcome: Legendary Edition (PC, Xbox One & PS4, May 14)

BioWare has been through a rough patch over the past few years, but they're looking to win back some fan goodwill with Mass Result: Legendary Edition. This drove includes the original Mass Upshot Trilogy (minus the multiplayer modes) upscaled to 4K for modern screens. BioWare has also implemented a number of gameplay tweaks and improvements, especially to the at present-somewhat-dated get-go entry in the serial. While we can't rule out BioWare dropping the ball yet once more, ME: Legendary Edition looks like a solid revival of an epic adventure. Pre-order the game here.

Biomutant (PC, Xbox I & PS4, May 25)

Yeah, barring another filibuster, Biomutant is actually coming out this month. Announced back in 2017, Biomutant disappeared from view for years, before resurfacing with a somewhat different look in late 2020. The game is an open-world, Zelda-esque take chances which casts players as fuzzy customizable warrior, which tin be further upgraded and tweaked as you keep. Has this game's long development bike spawned something beautiful or a mutant monstrosity? We'll accept to wait just a bit longer to detect out. Pre-order the game here.

Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne HD Remaster (PC, PS4 & Switch, May 25)

Before Atlus became a worldwide cult-favorite with games similar Persona four and 5, Etrian Odyssey, and Catherine, there was Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne. Considered one of the landmark entries in the SMT series, Nocturne features all the demon collecting and dungeon hacking you could want. The new HD Remaster not simply updates the game's original PS2-era visuals, but adds vocalisation interim, new difficulty settings, and other features. While not quite every bit slick as more modern Atlus titles, Nocturne Hard disk drive Remaster should however exist a devilishly good fourth dimension. Pre-gild the game here.

Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Storm Basis (PC, Xbox One, PS4 & Switch, May 27)

It can be hard to go along track of all the Warhammer games in development at any one time, but Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Tempest Ground is definitely i to keep an heart on. A turn-based strategy game gear up in the fantasy-flavored Warhammer Historic period of Sigmar universe, Tempest Ground casts aside the regular orcs, elves, and dwarves in favor of 3 particularly unique factions – the heavenly Stormcast, the spooky Nighthaunt, and the downright disgusting Maggotkin. Whether its strategy mechanics deliver remains to be seen, but Storm Ground certainly looks like a unique experience. Pre-club the game hither.

Promising Indies

Papetura (PC, May vii)

I'm a sucker for any video game that uses end-motion animation for its visuals (I was all about The Neverhood and ClayFighter dorsum in the mean solar day) and Papetura does something new and unique with the technique. Rather than clay, the globe of Papetura is fabricated up of intricate paper sculptures. Besides the lovely art style, this looks to exist a mannerly, accessible wordless run a risk game in the vein of Amanita Pattern games like Machinarium and Creaks. Here's the Steam page for Papetura.

Subnautica: Below Zilch (PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5 & Switch, May 14)

Subsequently over two years in Early Admission, Subnautica: Below Zero is finally getting its total release this month! This new game takes the takes the conflicting underwater survival of the original Subnautica and relocates to a chilly new planet filled with all sorts of new aliens and threats just waiting to impale you lot. The response from those playing the Early Access has generally been very positive, so grab your jacket and get gear up for some frosty fun. Here's the Steam page for Subnautica: Beneath Zippo.

Strangeland (PC, May 25)

Strangeland looks to be a game that fully lives upward to its name. Featuring a unique visual style somewhat inspired by Conflicting designer H.R. Giger, Strangeland plunges players into a baroque carnival packed with all manner of grotesque creatures and enemies. In add-on to the freaky setting, the game promises plenty of player choice, with most puzzles and obstacles allowing for multiple solutions. Let'southward get weird! Here'south the Steam page for Strangeland.

Weaving Tides (PC & Switch, May 27)

Weaving Tides is a new Zelda-way take a chance set in a beautiful world fabricated of various types of textiles. Players fly effectually the world on a "carpet dragon," and will solve puzzles and progress in the game by actually weaving new strands into the earth. If this ane's likewise-crafted equally it looks, it should be worth picking up. Here'due south the Steam page for Weaving Tides.

Full List of Games Worth Watching in May:

V Nations (PC, May 3)
Farm Manager 2021 (PC, May 6)
Metro Exodus Enhanced Edition (PC, May six; Next-gen consoles after in 2021)
Papetura (PC, May 7)
Resident Evil Village (PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series 10/S, PS4, PS5 & Stadia, May vii)
Hood: Outlaws and Legends (PC, Xbox One, Xbox Serial X/Due south, PS4 & PS5, May ten)
Hundred Days - Winemaking Simulator (PC & Stadia, May 13)
Lost Ruins (PC, May 13)
Famicom Detective Club: The Missing Heir (Switch, May xiv)
Famicom Detective Club: The Girl Who Stands Behind (Switch, May 14)
Mass Outcome: Legendary Edition (PC, Xbox One & PS4, May 14)
Subnautica: Beneath Zero (PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/South, PS4, PS5 & Switch, May fourteen)
Aerial Knight'southward Never Yield (PC, Xbox Series X/Due south, PS5 & Switch, May 19)
Akiba'due south Trip: Hellbound & Debriefed (PS4 & Switch, May xx)
Just Dice Already (PC, Xbox Ane, PS4 & Switch, May 20)
Lacuna (PC, May 20)
Open Country (PC, May xx)
The Amazing American Circus (PC, Xbox One, PS4 & Switch, May xx)
The Longest Road on World (PC, May xx)
Strategic Mind: Fight for Freedom (PC, May 21)
Knockout City (PC, Xbox Ane, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5 & Switch, May 21)
Miitopia (Switch, May 21)
An Drome for Aliens Currently Run past Dogs (PC, Xbox One & Xbox Series Ten/Due south, May 25)
Biomutant (PC, Xbox One & PS4, May 25)
Rex of Seas (PC, Xbox One, PS4 & Switch, May 25)
Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne HD Remaster (PC, PS4 & Switch, May 25)
Strangeland (PC, May 25)
Globe Defense: World Brothers (PC, PS4 & Switch, May 27)
Highrisers (PC, May 27)
Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Storm Ground (PC, Xbox One, PS4 & Switch, May 27)
Weaving Tides (PC & Switch, May 27)

And those are the games yous should be keeping an eye on this coming month. What games are you planning to pick upward in May? Did I miss anything you lot're looking forward to?