Latest Update []: Following the polling period, a single game emerged victorious in May 2025’s Game of the Month contest.
Claiming the top spot, DOOM: The Dark Ages secured victory. The visceral first-person shooter wasn’t the only contender, but it maintained a substantial margin against competitors.
This week’s published survey collected 800 votes, revealing the month’s most popular PS5 releases:
- The Midnight Walk – 45 votes (6%)
- The Precinct – 69 votes (9%)
- Elden Ring Nightreign – 116 votes (15%)
- Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time – 136 votes (17%)
- DOOM: The Dark Ages – 262 votes (33%)
Anticipation for a fresh DOOM entry was high, and the title’s quality lived up to expectations. Developers at id Software continue setting benchmarks for heart-pounding combat mechanics, distinguishing their work within the genre.
Our comprehensive evaluation awarded the title a ‘great’ 8/10 score. “When The Dark Ages gets to the FPS action, there aren’t many who do it better than id Software. Take some time to adjust to it, and you’ll discover another fantastically ferocious first-person shooter,” noted our analysis.