Rumor: PS5 Console Exclusive Forspoken Could Be Delayed

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The PlayStation 5 has had an incredible 2022 already, with PlayStation exclusives like Horizon Forbidden West and Gran Turismo 7 earning rave reviews from critics. One of the next big PS5 console exclusive games on the horizon is Forspoken from Square Enix, an action-RPG that looks like it has a ton of potential. Square Enix fans were counting on playing Forspoken in May, but a new rumor making the rounds online suggests that the game could get delayed.

This rumor comes from AccountNGT on Twitter, who has accurately leaked industry news in the past. According to AccountNGT, a source has told them that the Forspoken release date may get pushed back. Forspoken is currently scheduled to launch on May 24 for PC and PS5, though it's unclear how far back the game may get delayed if AccountNGT's information is accurate.

Forspoken Features Three Graphics Modes on PS5

AccountNGT speculates that if Forspoken's release date is delayed as their source claims, it's possible that it could be announced at the rumored PlayStation event. While Sony has not made any official announcements, various people have claimed that a PlayStation event is going to take place this month, likely in the form of a State of Play presentation. If so, it's possible that a new release date for Forspoken could very well be announced at the event. On the other hand, it's also possible such an event could help solidify Forspoken's May 24 release date and cast away any worry that it could be getting delayed.

There haven't been any major updates on Forspoken since The Game Awards, where Square Enix released an impressive new trailer for the game. The latest Forspoken trailer showed off the game's gorgeous visuals and impressive-looking combat, while also providing