The inevitable has occurred: the release of *GTA 6* has been pushed back from 2025 to May 26, 2026. This delay has left fans of the series eagerly awaiting what is poised to be the most anticipated game of all time. However, the gaming world isn't slowing down. 2025 is shaping up to be a stellar year for gaming, with a slew of exciting releases already out, including *Clair Obscur: Expedition 33*, *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, *Blue Prince*, and *Split Fiction*. The year promises to be packed with even more titles, such as *Ghost of Yotei* for samurai enthusiasts, *Borderlands 4* for those craving co-op chaos, and a new console launch from Nintendo, complete with its own set of games.
Here’s a look at what else you can anticipate in 2025, aside from *Grand Theft Auto 6*:
What’s Next?
With *GTA 6* no longer on the immediate horizon, you might have some free time in your gaming schedule. Fear not, as there are some major releases on the way. *Doom: The Dark Ages* hits Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC on May 15, promising a gothic twist on the beloved shooter. Following closely, *Elden Ring Nightreign* arrives on May 30 for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. This co-op roguelike offers a fresh take on FromSoft's signature gameplay, perfect for those looking for a thrilling multiplayer experience.
Come June, prepare for Hideo Kojima’s next adventure with *Death Stranding 2: On the Beach*, set to launch exclusively on PS5 on June 26. The trailers are brimming with innovative ideas, suggesting an even more boundary-pushing experience than its predecessor. Also in June, *Dune: Awakening* will land on PC on June 10, so make sure to keep an eye out for those treacherous sandworms and stay hydrated.
Switch 2
With *GTA 6* out of the picture, the spotlight turns to the **Nintendo Switch 2**, set to launch on June 5. Accompanying this new console is its flagship game, *Mario Kart World*, alongside enhanced versions of *The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild* and *Tears of the Kingdom*. These classics will benefit from improved resolutions and frame rates. The *Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour* will introduce players to the system through mini-games, and a variety of third-party titles will also be available, including *Hogwarts Legacy*, *Spit Fiction*, *Street Fighter 6*, *Yakuza 0 Director's Cut*, *Cyberpunk 2077*, and *Fortnite*.
July brings *Donkey Kong Bananza* on the 17th, ensuring the Switch 2 has its share of 3D platforming fun. 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 about *Hollow Knight: Silksong*, which is finally slated to arrive on the Switch 2 and other platforms in 2025.
Big Hitters
As the year winds down, the gaming industry gears up for its traditional holiday rush. While not officially announced, we can anticipate new releases like *Call of Duty* and *EA Sports FC 26* around this time.
September brings two major shooters: *Borderlands 4* on the 12th, promising even more kooky and violent fun with improved gun drops, and *Marathon* on the 23rd, an extraction shooter from the creators of Destiny that's definitely worth watching.
PlayStation fans can look forward to *Ghost of Yotei* on October 2, a follow-up to *Tsushima* that delves into a tale of vengeance against shadowy masked samurai, perfect for those who enjoyed the plotline in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*.
There are also other highly anticipated games expected to release towards the end of the year, including *The Outer Worlds 2* and *Crimson Desert*.
2025 Release Timeline
Here's a comprehensive list of the major releases scheduled for the rest 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
