It’s the end of an era, folks. The beloved PS4 and Xbox One, which will be around for years to come, have reached their final years, and the day the next-gen consoles launch is fast approaching.

While the numbers suggest that the PS4 has beaten the Xbox One to the punch in terms of sales, things appear to be shaping up quickly for a true head-to-head showdown between the consoles this holiday season, when they're expected to release. While the two devices have very similar hardware and technical capabilities, it appears as though both parties are doing everything they can to get their hands on the biggest, heaviest titles they can for launch exclusives in an attempt to lure gamers in their direction.

The exclusives and launch line-up will likely be the battleground where the battle for market share is fought out. Both consoles will be similarly priced and feature similar tech, so it’s these games that will win the opening exchanges of the war – and it’s doubly important that buyers pay attention to these.

So, without further ado, let’s take a look at who the Series X and PS5 bring as backup for their year-end showdown.