Historically, the release of Madden NFL 27 always signalled the start of the video game release onslaught.
Things are different in this digital era, of course, as the PS Store never really takes a break. However, there's no doubt a ton of games are due after next week.
And to be honest, this period is no slouch either.
Here's everything coming out next week.
New PS5 Games Next Week (10th-16th August)
These 18+ PS5 and PS Plus Games Are Coming Out Next Week (10th-16th August) 1
The Three Kingdoms: Rebirth is coming out on 10th August
The Three Kingdoms: Rebirth (10th August - PS5): "You, an ordinary modern person, have accidentally crossed into a parallel world—the era of the Three Kingdoms. Through a twist of fate, you encounter many famous generals and legendary beauties. Faced with romance and ambition, will you choose to retreat to the mountains with your beloved and leave the strife behind, or will you rise to lead your generals in conquering the land? But be careful—every choice you make may rewrite history, or lead to your untimely death."
Grounded 2 (11th August - PS5): "When you've been shrunk to the size of an ant, what was once familiar is now a wild, uncharted frontier. Traverse sprawling manmade spaces overgrown with nature with buggies that can fight alongside you, uncover hidden secrets, and fight to survive in a world much larger than the backyard. The playground may seem familiar, but beneath its bright colors and towering structures lie mysteries hidden in plain sight. Are you ready to uncover them?"
No More Room in Hell 2 (11th August - PS5): "In No More Room in Hell 2, you deploy as an emergency Responder into the eerie darkness of various zombie-infested locations. Join up with others and complete vital missions to aid humanity's survival. But stay cautious: every encounter with the horde can lead to infection - or even permadeath for your Responder. Every fight is a struggle, every victory another step back from the brink of apocalypse."
Akatori (12th August - PS5, PS4): "Welcome to the vast and mystical world of Akatori, a captivating blend of classic metroidvania and intense action platformer. You will play as Mako, a teenage girl raised in the Firebird Temple, who embarks on a journey through all the worlds to save them from the Amber Storms that are infecting and distorting all living things."
Pro Jank Footy (12th August - PS5): "Pro Jank Footy is an absurd and over-the-top arcade sports game."
CloverPit (13th August - PS5): "Clover Pit is the demonic lovechild of Balatro and Buckshot Roulette, a rogue-lite that traps players in a hell of their own creation. Locked in a rusty cell with a slot machine and an ATM, you must pay off your debt at the end of each round, or fall to ruin – literally!"
Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns (13th August - PS5):
Duskfade (13th August - PS5): "Shatter the shackles of time as you jump, swing, and slash through a fantastic world in this love letter to classic 3D action platformers. Zirian, accompanied by his mechanical Cuckoo, must save his sister from a mysterious Clock Tower that has plunged the land into eternal night."
Future Knight (13th August - PS5): "Future Knight is a 2D action Shoot 'Em Up that fuses the nostalgia of LCD screens with the brutality of modern combat. Imagine your old handheld console coming to life, but with a bizarre story, frantic combat, and a unique visual aesthetic inspired by classic electronic handheld games."
Hell Let Loose: Vietnam (13th August - PS5): "Enter the explosive conflict of the Vietnam War and fight your way through some of the fiercest clashes in modern history. Join the battle raging across an extreme landscape of vast mountain gorges and thick jungle, where the North Vietnamese Armies clash with the military strength of the US Armed Forces. Build tunnels, fly helicopters, drive patrol boats, use historically accurate weapons and work with your team to achieve victory."
Madden NFL 27 (13th August - PS5): "EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL 27, powered by the all-new Persona Engine, transforms Franchise into a reactive, always-evolving league where every NFL athlete has a distinct, realistic personality that informs their motivations, demands and reactions. Gameplay gets physical with more precise control from authentic WR/DB battles, new short-yardage mechanics, defensive coverage improvements and new strategic pre-play settings and controls. Build your NFL legacy on a deeper progression path in the new Superstar G.O.A.T. Career Journey and control your roster with more customization with Ultimate Team Captains."
Nightmare Delivery (13th August - PS5): "Nightmare Delivery is a cooperative psychological horror game where players take the role of couriers sent into places no delivery should ever reach."
Nightmare Shift (13th August - PS5): "Take on night shifts at a remote motel, handle unsettling guests, and navigate eerie events. Experience Emma’s unnerving apartment life, feel the unease of being watched, and question what’s real as the line between reality and nightmare blurs."
Panzer Knights: Commander's Edition (13th August - PS5): "Take command of a German panzer platoon and lead your forces through the chaos of World War II in this gripping tank simulation that blends hardcore strategy with anime-inspired visuals. Engage in explosive third-person combat across the battlefields of Europe, where every round counts. Load specialized ammunition, target enemy weak points, and call in tactical support as you adapt to the ever-changing situation on the front line."
Skatesterre (13th August - PS5): "Skatesterre is a fast-paced arcade skateboarding game inspired by the golden era of classic skate titles."
Tower Dominion (13th August - PS5, PS4): "Tower Dominion is a roguelike tower defense game built around strategic freedom and replayability. Each playthrough begins with a partially generated map that can be further expanded and customized through a modular building system, allowing players to shape the battlefield around their strategy."
Wild Blue Skies (13th August - PS5): "Wild Blue Skies is a modern take on the classic on-rails adventures of the '90s, built for players who grew up chasing high scores and for a new generation hungry for the real thing."
Grave Seasons (14th August - PS5): "After a treacherous escape from jail, you’ve made it to your new home in Ashenridge, an idyllic town with some seriously unsettling vibes. While trying to establish your new farming life and embed yourself in the neighborhood, murders start to occur in the town, putting your new peaceful life at risk."
A meaty week of new PS5 releases next week then, but what are you planning to play? Let us know what you'll be buying and why in the comments section below.