Is South of Midnight on the Playstation 5?

Is South of Midnight, the new action-adventure RPG from Compulsion Games, available on the PlayStation 5?

Is South of Midnight on the Playstation 5?
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As the PlayStation 5 continues to engage gamers with its impressive lineup of titles, fans are eagerly seeking out the next big release. One highly anticipated game that has caught the attention of many is South of Midnight, an intriguing new title from the developers at Compulsion Games. But with so much speculation surrounding its release and availability, one big question remains—Is South of Midnight available on the PlayStation 5? In this article, we’ll explore the game’s status, its platform compatibility, and more.

Will South of Midnight be on the Playstation 5?

No, South of Midnight will not be available on the PlayStation 5 when the game launches on April 8, 2025. Previous Compulsion Games studio titles like Contrast and We Happy Few launched on PlayStation consoles. However, in 2018 Xbox Game Studios acquired Compulsion Games. Therefore, although developed by Compulsion Games, all new games are now published by Xbox Game Studios.

South of Midnight is the first title that Compulsion Games have developed under this arrangement. Consequently, this means that it will be an Xbox/Microsoft exclusive.

Other titles such as Hi-Fi Rush and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle were originally Xbox exclusives, but after several months were released on PlayStation 5. It’s possible that the same may happen with South of Midnight. However, currently, neither the developer nor the publisher have made any announcements.

How to Play South of Midnight

South of Midnight (Image via Xbox Game Studios)

To play South of Midnight when it launches on April 8, 2025, you will need to have an Xbox Series X/S console. Additionally, you can also buy the game through Steam on PC.

Secondly, you can also play South of Midnight on day one if you have a subscription to Game Pass. This applies to both Xbox and Microsoft PC Game Pass subscriptions.

Finally, you can choose to buy the game in Standard or Premium editions. If you purchase a Premium edition, then you can play the game five days early starting on April 3, 2025. The only way to get the early access is by purchasing the premium edition of the game. It will not launch early on any of the subscription services.

What is South of Midnight?

South of Midnight (Image via Xbox Game Studios)

South of Midnight is an upcoming action-adventure game developed by Compulsion Games, known for their work on titles like We Happy Few. The game is set in a fictional version of the American South. It blends dark, atmospheric storytelling with supernatural elements and a unique art style. Additionally, it draws heavy inspiration from Southern folklore. Focusing on themes of mystery, the unknown, and the eerie beauty of the region.

In South of Midnight, players step into the shoes of the protagonist Hazel. This young woman who sets out to search for her mother, who was lost during a hurricane. Along the way, she discovers new powers and uses them to navigate a strange and mystical version of the American South. The story follows a character on a quest to uncover the secrets of a supernatural world where the boundary between reality and the fantastic is blurred. The game follows a linear path, with branching areas to explore, much like recent God of War titles. There will be platforming, puzzle solving, and challenging boss combat encounters that you will need to clear to see the adventure through.

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