PlayStation Store updates its catalog with a series of independent releases between December 22nd and 26th, 2025. The list includes options for different profiles, from casual experiences to more intense challenges, ideal for the festive period.
Many of these games are productions from smaller studios, focusing on simple and creative mechanics. Launches occur staggered throughout the week, allowing users to access news daily. Sony maintains the habit of updating the store weekly, even during festive periods, to offer fresh content.
December 22 releases
Four titles mark the start of the week on PlayStation Store. Mr.Slime in Dungeon brings a 2D adventure with an ambitious slime who explores dungeons collecting coins and advancing through levels. The game emphasizes fluid movements, such as running, jumping and sliding, in a charming pixel art style.
Pixel Run Arena offers fast-paced racing on platforms full of obstacles. Players compete alone to improve times or online with up to four participants, requiring precision and smart strategies. Whoowasit? proposes a detective investigation in a castle, where the player interacts with animals to solve the theft of a magic ring.
Vampire Blood Dynasty presents a narrative of vampiric revenge. The protagonist emerges as a vampire after a betrayal and masters powers such as telekinesis and blood fire magic to explore haunted locations and face bosses.
News on December 23
Two games arrive the next day. GHOST at DAWN transports the player to 1947, controlling a detective in an abandoned hotel full of clues and supernatural threats. The noir atmosphere combines investigation with action against the undead.
Truck Simulator 25: Euro Driver VR takes truck simulation into virtual reality on PS VR2. Participants navigate European routes, managing deliveries with precision to avoid fines and feel the adrenaline of driving heavy vehicles.
Featured titles from December 24th
The day before Natal has the largest number of premieres. Coloring Book offers a relaxing experience with themed collections of coloring pages. Geki Yaba Runner involves racing through magical lands to save a kingdom and collect items.
Ink & Paper: DoodleCut challenges control of an insect that draws lines to capture areas in a notebook. Critical Strike Modern – SWAT Shooter Ops simulates elite tactical missions, with an emphasis on strategy and stealth.
- Horrorillo Brainrotillo: Exploração of mansion with memes transformed into creatures;
- OneTry: Sobrevivência in infested world;
- Elon and the Divine Proof: Plataforma with acrobatic skills on a mysterious beach;
- 60 Minutes to Extinction: Escape room with limited time to save humanity;
- Hypercar Racing: Corridas intense with multiple modes;
- Suika Sprunki Edition: Puzzle with bizarre combinations and horror mode.
Arrivals on the day of Natal
Five games mark December 25th. Real Boxing 2: Remastered updates the boxing match with progression to the top. Primal Dinosaur Shooter – Dino Killer places the player as a hunter in a prehistoric environment, improving equipment.
Zumba – The Dragon’s Marble Trial involves combinations of balls thrown by a dragon. Carnage Battle Arena focuses on destructive races with changes in the environment. Ghostly Whiskers offers co-op adventure with cats in scary mansion.
Xmas Survivors transforms Papai Noel into a warrior against twisted festive hordes. Backrooms Dream with Tung Tung Tung Sahur explores a surreal hotel with puzzles and chases.
Closing the week on December 26th
The latest releases include Puzzle Galaxy with illustrations and videos to assemble. Police Chase Simulator: Highway Racers Pursuit simulates high-speed police chases.
Sun, Sand & Monster Slayers defend island from spider invasion. Heavy Duty manages heavy machines on challenging missions. Furry Hearts narrates a visual novel in a school environment with anthropomorphic characters.
These titles reinforce the diversity of the digital catalog. Players will find options for short or more immersive sessions, with many compatible between PS4 and PS5.
Variety of genres available
The week highlights the presence of independent games on the platform. Gêneros as psychological horror, simulators and puzzles gain space alongside light adventures.
- Action and platform: Predominam in titles like Mr.Slime and Hypercar Racing;
- Horror: Presente in Vampire Blood Dynasty, Horrorillo and Backrooms;
- Puzzles and relaxers: Coloring Book, Suika and Puzzle Galaxy;
- Simulators: Truck Simulator VR and Police Chase.
This mix caters to a variety of audiences. Muitos games support solo or multiplayer modes, expanding the possibilities during parties.
Notes on releases
Sony does not release official lists in advance for the PlayStation Store. Dates are based on developer announcements and observed updates, subject to change or postponement without notice.
Some titles scheduled for PS4 receive PS5 versions on the same day, or vice versa. Players check the digital store for confirmations and possible additional news this week.
