The inevitable has happened: the release of GTA 6 has been pushed back from 2025 to May 26, 2026. Despite this delay, 2025 is shaping up to be an incredible year for gaming. We've already seen stellar releases like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, Blue Prince, and Split Fiction, and the year promises even more exciting titles. From Ghost of Yotei for those craving more samurai action, to Borderlands 4 for co-op enthusiasts, and the launch of a new console from Nintendo, there’s plenty to keep gamers busy. Here’s a detailed look at what’s coming in 2025, sans GTA 6.
What’s Next?
With GTA 6’s original slot now open, you might have thought your gaming calendar was going to be quiet, but think again. **Doom: The Dark Ages** is set to launch on May 15 for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC, offering a thrilling gothic twist on the classic shooter. Just a couple of weeks later, on May 30, **Elden Ring Nightreign** will hit the shelves for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. This co-op roguelike from FromSoft promises a fresh take on their beloved formula, perfect for those looking to dive into multiplayer adventures.
Moving into June, get ready for Hideo Kojima’s latest masterpiece, **Death Stranding 2: On the Beach**, arriving exclusively on PS5 on June 26. The trailers are already bursting with innovative concepts, suggesting this sequel will push boundaries even further than its predecessor. And if you're into survival games, **Dune: Awakening** will be available on PC starting June 10. Just remember to keep an eye out for those pesky sandworms and stay hydrated!
Switch 2
The highlight of 2025 is undoubtedly the launch of the **Nintendo Switch 2** on June 5. Alongside it, **Mario Kart World** will debut, promising high-speed fun. Also launching on the same day are enhanced versions of **The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild** and **Tears of the Kingdom**, offering improved resolutions and frame rates. The **Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour** will serve as an engaging tutorial through mini-games, while a slew of third-party titles like **Hogwarts Legacy**, **Split Fiction**, **Street Fighter 6**, **Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut**, **Cyberpunk 2077**, and **Fortnite** will also be available.
The excitement continues into July with **Donkey Kong Bananza** on the 17th, a 3D platformer that looks set to be a must-play. Later in the year, look forward to **Metroid Prime 4: Beyond**, **Pokemon Legends: Z-A**, and **Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment**. And don't forget **Hollow Knight: Silksong**, which is finally slated to release on Switch 2 and other platforms this year.
Big Hitters
As the year winds down, expect a flurry of major releases leading into the holiday season. While not officially announced, a new **Call of Duty** and **EA Sports FC 26** are likely to drop around this time.
September will see the launch of two blockbuster shooters: **Borderlands 4** on the 12th, promising even more chaotic fun and better gun drops, and **Marathon** on the 23rd, an intriguing extraction shooter from the creators of Destiny.
On October 2, PlayStation fans can look forward to **Ghost of Yotei**, a gripping tale of vengeance set against shadowy samurai. If you enjoyed Assassin’s Creed Shadows, this game will surely satisfy your craving for more of that narrative style.
While specific dates are yet to be confirmed, other highly anticipated titles like **The Outer Worlds 2** and **Crimson Desert** are expected to round out the year.
2025 Release Timeline
Here’s a comprehensive timeline of the major games set to release in the remaining months of 2025:
- Doom: The Dark Ages - May 15
- Blades of Fire - May 22
- Elden Ring Nightreign - May 30
- F1 25 - May 30
- Mario Kart World - June 5
- The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - June 5
- The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - June 5
- Deltarune: Chapter 3 + 4 - June 5
- Dune: Awakening - June 10
- FBC: Firebreak - June 17
- Death Stranding 2: On the Beach - June 26
- Tamagotchi Plaza - June 27
- EA Sports College Football 26 - July 10
- Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 - July 11
- Donkey Kong Bananza - July 17
- Shadow Labyrinth - July 18
- Wuchang: Fallen Feathers - July 24
- Tales of the Shire: A Lord of the Rings Game - July 29
- Mafia: The Old Country - August 8
- Madden NFL 26 - August 14
- Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater - August 28
- Lost Soul Aside - August 29
- Hell Is Us - September 4
- Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion - September 5
- Terminator 2D: No Fate - September 5
- Borderlands 4 - September 12
- Marathon - September 23
- Ghost of Yotei - October 2
- Directive 8020 - October 2
- Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 - October 2025
- Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment - Winter 2025
- Crimson Desert - Q4 2025
- Pokémon Legends: Z-A - Late 2025
- Little Nightmares 3 - 2025
- Metroid Prime 4: Beyond - 2025
- Kirby Air Ride - 2025
- Dying Light: The Beast - 2025
- Hollow Knight: Silksong - 2025
- Ninja Gaiden 4 - 2025
- The Outer Worlds 2 - 2025
- Cronos: The New Dawn - 2025
- Professor Layton and the New World of Steam - 2025
- Witchbrook - 2025
