The news we all anticipated has arrived: GTA 6's release has been pushed back. Originally slated for 2025, this highly awaited game will now launch on May 26, 2026. Yet, don't let this delay dampen your spirits; 2025 is shaping up to be a stellar year for gaming. We've already seen remarkable releases like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, Blue Prince, and Split Fiction, with many more exciting titles on the horizon. From the samurai-themed Ghost of Yotei to the co-op chaos of Borderlands 4, and even a new console and its accompanying games from Nintendo, there's plenty to keep gamers thrilled. Here's a rundown of what you can expect in the remainder of 2025, minus the GTA 6 buzz.
What's Next?
With GTA 6's initial release date now a thing of the past, you might not have planned your gaming schedule for the upcoming months. But if you did, get ready for some blockbuster releases. On May 15, **Doom: The Dark Ages** will hit Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC, promising a thrilling gothic twist on the classic shooter. Following closely, **Elden Ring Nightreign** arrives on May 30 across Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. This co-op roguelike from FromSoft offers a fresh take on their renowned formula, perfect for your multiplayer evenings.
Fast forward to June, and brace yourself for Hideo Kojima's next venture, **Death Stranding 2: On the Beach**, launching exclusively on PS5 on June 26. Its trailers tease a wild and inventive narrative, pushing boundaries beyond its predecessor. Also, keep an eye out for **Dune: Awakening** on PC, releasing June 10, where navigating vast deserts will be as challenging as ever, with sandworms lurking around every corner.
Switch 2
With GTA 6 out of the picture, the spotlight shifts to the **Nintendo Switch 2**, launching on June 5. Alongside it comes **Mario Kart World**, marking the console's debut. You can also enjoy enhanced versions of **The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild** and **Tears of the Kingdom** on the same day, boasting improved resolutions and frame rates. The **Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour**, a tutorial filled with mini-games, will also be available, alongside a variety of third-party titles such as **Hogwarts Legacy**, **Spit Fiction**, **Street Fighter 6**, **Yakuza 0 Director's Cut**, **Cyberpunk 2077**, and **Fortnite**.
June is just the beginning; **Donkey Kong Bananza** follows on July 17, promising a delightful 3D platforming experience. Later in the year, anticipate **Metroid Prime 4: Beyond**, **Pokemon Legends: Z-A**, and **Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment**. And don't forget **Hollow Knight: Silksong**, which is set to finally make its much-anticipated debut on Switch 2 and other platforms this year.
Big Hitters
As we approach the holiday season, expect a lineup of major releases. While not officially confirmed, we can look forward to new entries in the **Call of Duty** and **EA Sports FC 26** series.
September brings two colossal shooters: **Borderlands 4** on the 12th, promising even more kooky violent fun with enhanced gun drops, and **Marathon** on the 23rd, an intriguing extraction shooter from the creators of Destiny.
On October 2, PlayStation fans will dive into **Ghost of Yotei**, a follow-up to Tsushima that delivers a gripping tale of vengeance against shadowy samurai, perfect for those craving more intrigue after Assassin’s Creed Shadows.
Other eagerly awaited titles expected in the latter part of 2025 include **The Outer Worlds 2** and **Crimson Desert**, though specific dates remain unconfirmed.
2025 Release Timeline
Here's a broader look at the exciting games scheduled for 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
