As we approach the end of 2024, it’s time to turn our attention to the gaming landscape awaiting us in 2025. This upcoming year promises to deliver a treasure trove of experiences, featuring much-anticipated sequels, the revival of beloved franchises, and innovative new titles that beg to be explored.
Our team has curated a list of 25 highly anticipated games set to release in 2025, each generating significant excitement among the gaming community. While we have arranged the games by their release dates, it’s essential to note that we have not ranked them. We believe this approach is fair since the gameplay experience is yet to be fully realized. For those who prefer rankings, it’s easy to imagine titles like Grand Theft Auto VI taking the top spot without hesitation!
Assassin’s Creed Shadows
- Release Date: February 14, 2025
- Genre: RPG
- Multiplayer: No
Overview: Players assume the roles of Yasuke, a Samurai, and Naoe, a Shinobi, as they embark on a quest to restore peace during Japan’s 16th century while confronting the malevolent Templars.
Why We’re Excited: After the franchise’s recent trajectory, fans of Assassin’s Creed are hoping for a return to the series’ roots with a strong narrative and stealth mechanics reminiscent of earlier titles. The game’s visuals are impressive, and it promises a blend of demanded settings and innovative gameplay that fans anxiously await.
Words by Jessica Filby
Avowed
- Release Date: February 18, 2025
- Genre: Fantasy RPG
- Multiplayer: No
Overview: Set in the world of Eora from Pillars of Eternity, players challenge a plague that turns locals and creatures into zombie-like beings.
Why We’re Excited: Known for its top-tier RPGs, Obsidian Entertainment is poised to deliver another gem in Avowed, featuring intricate dialogue choices and diverse factions. Less sprawling and more compact than typical RPGs, this game aims to balance immersive storytelling with engaging gameplay in manageable biomes.
Words by Liam Mackay
Monster Hunter Wilds
- Release Date: February 28, 2025
- Genre: Action Role-Playing
- Multiplayer: Yes
Overview: Step into the Forbidden Lands, an expansive new environment where you’ll pit your combat skills against formidable beasts using an arsenal of 14 weapon types.
Why We’re Excited: With enhancements to the gameplay experience and the introduction of much-requested crossplay features, Monster Hunter Wilds aims to build on the franchise’s success and offer breathtaking hunts that fans will love.
Words by James Busby
Tales of the Shire
- Release Date: March 25, 2025
- Genre: Life Simulation, Cozy Fantasy
- Multiplayer: No
Overview: Immerse yourself in the Shire, where you can cook, decorate, and interact with the local hobbits while embracing the leisurely lifestyle of a hobbit.
Why We’re Excited: For fans of The Lord of the Rings, this title offers a serene escape from the more traditional action-adventure narratives often associated with the franchise. The casual gameplay and charming visuals promise to deliver a delightful experience in the beloved fantasy world.
Words by Laura Gray
Judas
- Release Window: March 2025
- Genre: Single-player FPS
- Multiplayer: No
Overview: Navigate the perils of a disintegrating starship and ally with or oppose three leaders whose minds are preserved digitally.
Why We’re Excited: Ken Levine’s return to game design after a long hiatus marks a monumental moment for fans of narrative-driven games. With a focus on player choices impacting outcomes, we anticipate a gripping and thoughtful adventure reflecting Levine’s signature style.
Words by Nathan Warby
Borderlands 4
- Release Window: 2025
- Genre: Looter Shooter
- Multiplayer: Yes
Overview: Embark on a new journey with four fresh Vault Hunters on the planet Kairos, striving to overthrow a tyrant and rally the oppressed.
Why We’re Excited: The chaotic charm of Borderlands continues to enchant players, and with new villains and an expanded weapon collection, the series promises another entertaining foray into mayhem.
Words by Tyler Constable
Death Stranding 2: On The Beach
Pending a definitive release date, anticipation surrounds Death Stranding 2.
- Release Window: 2025
- Genre: Action-Adventure
- Multiplayer: No
Overview: Character Sam Porter Bridges returns to further expand the Chiral Network across America.
Why We’re Excited: Hideo Kojima is renowned for his creativity, and glimpses of this title showcase cutting-edge graphics and enticing narratives, particularly the return of Higgs, who defies death. The story promises to be filled with surprises at every turn.
Words by Tom Percival
Doom: The Dark Ages
- Release Window: 2025
- Genre: First-Person Shooter/Slasher
- Multiplayer: Unknown
Overview: Doom Slayer becomes humanity’s champion in a quest to save a techno-medieval kingdom from demonic forces.
Why We’re Excited: With the return of a beloved franchise, this installment promises a fresh spin on gameplay while maintaining the frenetic action the series is celebrated for. Exploring a new world with an old enemy puts a thrilling twist on the Doom legacy.
Words by Sam Smith
The Dark Pictures Anthology: Directive 8020
- Release Window: 2025
- Genre: Survival Horror
- Multiplayer: Yes
Overview: Stuck aboard a spacecraft lightyears from Earth, the crew must outwit a shape-shifting alien slowly picking them off, one by one.
Why We’re Excited: This entry into the anthology moves the horror element to space, offering an innovative setting that evokes classic horror films. Player decisions will determine outcomes, making for an intensely engaging experience.
Words by Sam Smith
Deltarune Chapter 3 & 4
- Release Window: 2025
- Genre: RPG
- Multiplayer: No
Overview: The narrative continues as Kris opens a Dark Fountain, thrusting his friends into a world filled with mystery and enigma.
Why We’re Excited: Building on the strong foundation of Undertale, fans of Deltarune are eager for more revelations about this parallel universe. The anticipation surrounding character developments and plot twists will surely keep the community engaged.
Words by Scott Baird
Elden Ring Nightreign
- Release Window: 2025
- Genre: Multiplayer Roguelike
- Multiplayer: Yes
Overview: A new threat emerges as characters from Elden Ring confront legendary bosses from the Dark Souls series in a new alternate reality.
Why We’re Excited: This ambitious crossover allows players to experience battles between iconic challenges across beloved games. Not only does it expand the lore of the Souls series but it also enriches cooperative gameplay, an appealing proposition for many fans.
Words by Sam Smith
Fable
- Release Window: 2025
- Genre: Fantasy RPG
- Multiplayer: Maybe? Probably not
Overview: Fable invites players back to Albion as a retired hero teams up with you to confront a grave danger from his past in this reimagining of the classic series.
Why We’re Excited: The unique blend of humor, morality, and character interaction in the original games set a high standard for RPGs. The enthusiasm from fans stems from Playground Games’ commitment to delivering that original charm intertwined with a fresh narrative experience.
Words by Liam Mackay
Game of Thrones: Kingsroad
- Release Window: 2025
- Genre: Action RPG
- Multiplayer: Yes
Overview: Set during Season 4 of Game of Thrones, players embark on a quest across Westeros to gather allies against the impending threat of the White Walkers.
Why We’re Excited: For fans eager for a rich gaming experience set in the Game of Thrones universe, Kingsroad makes use of the series’ peak narrative elements. The immersive storyline coupled with original character voices heightens the anticipation for this exciting adventure.
Words by Scott Baird
Ghost of Yotei
- Release Window: 2025
- Genre: Action-Adventure
- Multiplayer: Unrevealed
Overview: In 1603, players will explore the stunning landscapes of Hokkaido, assuming the role of a new protagonist while uncovering the culture of the time.
Why We’re Excited: Leaving Tsushima behind, the chance to traverse Hokkaido offers a refreshing change for fans. The potential for new gameplay mechanics and thrilling sword combat promises to deliver unforgettable adventures.
Words by James Busby
GTA 6
- Release Window: Fall 2025
- Genre: Action-Adventure
- Multiplayer: Yes, likely
Overview: Returning to Vice City, players will follow the story of Jason and Lucia amidst the ongoing tumult of crime and chaos.
Why We’re Excited: With more than a decade since the last main installment, GTA 6 is a highly awaited gem that promises to stay true to the franchise’s exhilarating gameplay while delivering a fresh narrative packed with nostalgia.
Words by Connor Bennett
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
- Release Date: 2025
- Genre: Open-World Adventure
- Multiplayer: No
Overview: A story set in 15th-century Bohemia follows a humble farmhand’s ascension to warrior status, significantly impacting history.
Why We’re Excited: With the ability for developers to refine and expand upon the original concepts, this sequel holds promise for a polished open-world adventure grounded in historical realism.
Words by Sam Smith
Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra
Overview: Inspired by the 2010 Flags of Our Fathers comic run, it portrays Captain America and Black Panther teaming up against Hydra during World War II.
Why We’re Excited: As one of the few AAA games featuring iconic Marvel characters, this title’s straightforward narrative combined with immersive gameplay is sure to attract both comic book fans and gamers alike.
Words by Nathan Warby
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater
- Release Window: 2025
- Genre: Stealth Action
- Multiplayer: No
Overview: In a reimagined Cold War era, players control Naked Snake tasked with dismantling a threatening weapon while facing his former mentor.
Why We’re Excited: This highly anticipated remake of a beloved installment in the Metal Gear franchise looks to combine nostalgia with stunning new visuals and refined gameplay mechanics.
Words by Scott Baird
Pokemon Legends: Z-A
Overview: The second installment in the Pokemon Legends series explores the region of Kalos, focusing on its capital, Lumiose City.
Why We’re Excited: Trailers suggest this entry has the potential to revitalize the Pokémon franchise, building on the success of Legends: Arceus. Anticipation for new gameplay mechanics and exploration fuels excitement among fans.
Words by Kurt Perry
Mafia: The Old Country
- Release Window: 2025
- Genre: Action-Adventure
- Multiplayer: No
Overview: Travel back to the origins of organized crime in 1900s Sicily, following protagonist Enzo Favara’s complex journey through the underworld.
Why We’re Excited: With a renewed focus on storytelling and cinematics, Mafia: The Old Country promises to deliver the compelling narratives fans have come to expect, while exploring a fresh historical era.
Words by Nathan Warby
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
- Release Window: 2025
- Genre: First-Person Shooter/Adventure
- Multiplayer: Maybe?
Overview: Samus embarks on an adventure to confront Sylux on a mysterious alien world, featuring exploration and combat seamlessly intertwined.
Why We’re Excited: With a long wait since its announcement, the anticipation builds for a new entry in this iconic series, especially following the remaster that reinvigorated interest among fans.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword
- Release Window: 2025
- Genre: Hack and Slash
- Multiplayer: Unknown
Overview: A lone Samurai faces demons threatening his homeland during the 16th century, blending rich history with thrilling gameplay.
Why We’re Excited: Seeing a classic series revive, especially after the success of similar games, has fans eagerly awaiting this title set to deliver intense swordplay and engaging narrative.
Words by Sam Smith
Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2
- Release Window: 2025
- Genre: Action RPG
- Multiplayer: No
Overview: This sequel places players in a war-torn Seattle, controlling an elder vampire as looming conflicts threaten their existence.
Why We’re Excited: The original Bloodlines remains a cult classic, and a well-crafted sequel promises to build on its legacy, inviting players back into a world rich with lore and intrigue.
Words by Ava Thompson-Powell
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