The new PC games of May 2026: Forza, 007 First Light, and early access games galore
May 2026 brings a surge of new PC game releases, including major titles like Forza Horizon 6 and 007 First Light. The month features a heavy lineup of early access games such as Dead as Disco and Paralives, alongside co-op and life sim genres gaining attention. Several existing games, including Phasmophobia and Path of Exile 2, are also receiving significant updates.
- ▪Forza Horizon 6 is set to release on May 19, featuring a Tokyo setting and high-speed racing gameplay.
- ▪007 First Light, developed by IO Interactive, launches on May 27 and follows a young James Bond on his first MI6 mission.
- ▪Dead as Disco and Paralives enter early access in May, offering rhythm-based combat and life simulation, respectively.
- ▪Shift at Midnight, a co-op horror game centered on running a gas station, releases on May 28.
- ▪Valve's Steam Controller goes on sale May 4 for $99, coinciding with several gaming events and showcases.
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Games The new PC games of May 2026: Forza, 007 First Light, and early access games galore Features By Andrea Shearon published 1 May 2026 And set your alarms for early in the month when Valve's Steam Controller goes on sale. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Brain Jar Games) Jump to: Events & sales Early access & 1.0 Updates & DLC More games Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter The first few months of 2026 were a little slow for new game releases, but I find myself saddled with a bit of indecision anxiety as I look at the schedule for May.
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