The second half of June is shaping up to be another busy week for PlayStation players. Between brand-new PS5 releases and fresh additions to the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog, there’s no shortage of games arriving over the coming days.
From highly anticipated RPGs and arcade racing titles to sports management sims and action-packed fighting games, next week’s lineup offers a little something for every type of player. PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers will also see several notable additions joining the service throughout the week.
New PS5 games releasing next week
June 16
Copa City
A football management title that puts players in charge of building and running their own club. Beyond matches, players will also manage stadium facilities, finances, fan entertainment, and security while developing their team.
What Have You Done, Father?
Part murder mystery and part visual novel, this story-driven adventure follows a troubled priest caught between faith and forbidden love as a gruesome investigation unfolds around him.
June 18
R-Type Tactics I & II Cosmos
The classic strategy spin-offs from the legendary R-Type series make their return with updated visuals and modern platform support, bringing tactical space battles to a new generation of players.
Soccer Kid Collection
The classic platforming adventure returns, putting players in control of a young football fan on a mission to recover the stolen World Cup through skill-based gameplay and nostalgic side-scrolling action.
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales
Featuring HD-2D visuals and action RPG gameplay, this new adventure follows Elliot as he explores mysterious lands and uncovers the secrets of a fantasy world filled with danger and discovery.
DRIVE Rally
Inspired by the golden era of 1990s rally racing, #DRIVE Rally blends arcade-style gameplay with iconic cars, recognizable locations, and accessible driving mechanics aimed at both newcomers and longtime racing fans.
June 19
EA Sports UFC 6
The latest installment in EA’s MMA franchise introduces updated striking systems, enhanced fighter animations, improved realism, and expanded game modes designed to bring players closer to the Octagon than ever before.
PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers will also receive several notable additions during the week:
- Final Fantasy XVI
- Sonic X Shadow Generations (10th June)
- Kingdom Come: Deliverance (23rd June)
- Life is Strange: Double Exposure (23rd June)
- Farming Simulator 25 (30th June)
- Blades of Fire (30th June)
- Black Desert (30th June)
- Gitaroo Man (Premium)
With major new releases and a strong batch of PS Plus additions arriving almost simultaneously, next week looks set to be one of June’s busiest periods for PlayStation owners.
Which game are you planning to play first?
What are the biggest PS5 releases next week?
Highlights include EA Sports UFC 6, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, #DRIVE Rally, and R-Type Tactics I & II Cosmos.
When do the new PS Plus games become available?
Most titles begin joining the service from June 16, with some regional release date differences depending on the game.
