The Pathless is a stunning next-gen adventure game for the PlayStation 5. Developed by Giant Squid Studios, the story follows the journey of a hunter, who is tasked to rid an ancient cursed island of a dark curse. Players must explore the huge open-world of wilderness and uncover secrets and mysteries as they pass through various landscapes. Through their journey, the goal is to restore balance to the island by challenging the baneful gods that stand in their way.

The game's beautiful visuals are powered by Havok physics, which gives each individual character a unique physics-based movement style. Players can explore the island through the Hunter's Eagle Companion, which can be used to glide through the air and find hidden items. The game also features an interesting and engrossing narrative, with characters of various races and backgrounds adding to the variety in The Pathless's mythological setting.

The game also features an innovative combat system, which uses both traditional combos and timing and rhythm-based mechanics. Players need to hone their skills to master the combos and beat the increasingly challenging enemies. Additionally, a focus on exploration allows players to uncover unique parts of the island and its secrets. Along the way, they can discover powerful relics that provide them with new abilities and upgrades.

On the technical side, The Pathless features incredible detail and lighting. The detailed environments, dynamic weather and changes to the day and night cycle create an immersive and beautiful experience. The game also includes an excellent soundtrack that is composed by the award-winning Austin Wintory.

The Pathless is a brilliant game and a perfect fit for the PlayStation 5. It's impactful narrative and beautiful visuals create a captivating world to explore and master, while the innovative combat system provides an extra layer of intensity. The developers have achieved an incredible level of detail in the game's visuals, its soundtrack and its characters. Overall, The Pathless is a unique experience that can only be found on the PS5 and is a must have for any serious video game fan.