Here we go again. 2010 started with Bayonetta and Mass Effect 2, then Heavy Rain in February. March was an extraordinary month with some big hitters such as God of War 3 and Final Fantasy XIII. If you think gaming won’t get any better this year, you are absolutely wrong. May is shaping up to be the strongest month thus far with games that will drain your money out of your pockets in no time. If you can afford more than five games per month, that’s fine. But since most people couldn’t, I made this list which as I hope will make your decision a bit easier. Without further ado, these are the hottest five titles coming in May:
 
Update: Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker will be released in June 2010 in the US and the rest of the world not May. The game will be released this month in Japan and I’m very excited for the game that’s why I thought it will be released next month. I have added ModNation Racer to the list and removed Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker from the list. Sorry for the error.
 

5. ModNation Racers:
 
 

ModNation Racers is an upcoming kart racing game in development by United Front Games for the PS3. Players will be able to design and create their own characters, vehicles and race tracks in great detail. The overall style of the cars and characters is based on vinyl art and collectors’ toys, but players will be able to greatly modify their clothing and overall look. Players are also able to create and modify race tracks using the in-game ‘Track Studio’ tool. If you had tried the online beta which was made available in the US in December 2009 and in Europe in January 2010, I think you know how much fun the game is. ModNation Racers will expand on the great features Little Big Planet established while offering a different type of gameplay.

4. Lost Planet 2:
 
 

 
 

The first game was good despite some shortcomings. But it seems that the sequel is going to improve on every aspect of the original game. With improved visuals, bigger Akrid bosses, four co-op play in campaign mode, and better online experience, Capcom seems to have a winning sequel in their hands.

3. Alan Wake:
 
 

 
 

The wait for this game is almost finished. The game was shown for the first time in E3 2005 and since that time, Remedy has been hard at work to deliver this “Psychological action thriller.” The main protagonist Alan Wake is a bestselling writer, hasn’t managed to write anything in over two years. Now his wife, Alice, brings him to the idyllic small town of Bright Falls to recover his creative flow. When she vanishes without a trace, Wake finds himself trapped in a nightmare. Word by word, his latest work, a thriller he cannot even remember writing is coming true before his eyes. From what we have seen so far from the game, Alan Wake is highly likely to meet expectations.
 

2. Super Mario Galaxy 2:
 
 

 
 

The first game is not only the best game on the Wii, it’s one of the best games of this generation. Super Mario Galaxy 2 is about to expand the great gameplay and level design of the original game while introducing new items and power-ups. The new items include, drills that allow Mario to drill through planets and dirt, they can also be used to explore the interior of planets and uncover hidden treasures. One of the new interesting power-ups is the Rock Mushroom, which gives Mario the ability to turn himself into a boulder and smash through barriers. If you have a Wii, you owe it to yourself to get this game.
 

1. Red Dead Redemption:
 
 

 
 

If you have to buy only one game in May, then get Red Dead Redemption. This is without a doubt is shaping up to be the best game in May and possibly 2010 game of the year. Red Dead Redemption gives the player a large, open world environment allowing the player to move freely. Players on foot can walk, run, interact with the environment, and combat enemies with firearms. This game has everything a great game should have; stunning visuals (mind blowing attention to details), unique open world settings, amazing gameplay mechanisms, a very interesting online multiplayer, and more innovative ideas than you could possibly imagine. Rockstar games is taking the sandbox gaming to the next level in Redemption.

 
I know. There are many games coming next month not mentioned in the list, but honestly, these are the hottest titles I think gamers (including me) are looking forward to the most next month. Which games are you planning to get in May? Tell us in the comment section.