5 big new video games out this week – PlayStation, Xbox, PC, Switch

May 4, 2026 - 08:23

The first full week of May 2026 brings a packed lineup of new releases across PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and Nintendo Switch. From a long-awaited survival horror sequel to a quirky indie platformer, here are five major titles hitting stores and digital storefronts between May 4 and May 10.

First up is "Frostbite Frontier," a sprawling open-world survival game set in a frozen post-apocalypse. Players must manage body temperature, hunt mutated wildlife, and build shelters while uncovering a conspiracy buried under the ice. It launches on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Horror fans get "The Hollow Man," the third installment in the psychological horror series. This entry shifts to a first-person perspective and introduces a dynamic AI that learns how you play, making each encounter unpredictable. It drops on all major platforms, including a native Switch version.

For strategy enthusiasts, "Empire of Sand" is a real-time tactics game set in a fantasy desert kingdom. You command armies of giant scarabs and sand golems, using terrain and weather to outflank enemies. It is available on PC and current-gen consoles.

On the lighter side, "Pocket Galaxy" is a charming physics-based puzzle game where you fold and unfold a tiny universe to solve environmental riddles. It launches on Switch and PC, with a mobile version coming later.

Finally, "Neon Drift" is a high-speed arcade racer with a synthwave soundtrack and neon-lit tracks. It features split-screen multiplayer and a career mode with over 50 events. It releases on all platforms, including PS4 and Xbox One.

These five titles offer a solid mix of genres, ensuring there is something for every type of player this week.