Welcome to 2025 — a brand-new year filled with promise, excitement, and of course, some of the most anticipated game releases in recent memory. With a stellar lineup already confirmed, 2025 is shaping up to be a fantastic year for gamers across all platforms. Let’s dive into the most exciting game releases scheduled for the first half of the year.
January 2025 Game Releases
Dynasty Warriors: Origins kicks off 2025 on January 17, bringing the iconic musou series back in full force after a six-year hiatus. This latest installment leverages the power of current-gen hardware to deliver epic battles with hundreds of enemies on screen at once. Fight your way through ancient China with intense combat and signature battle cries. Available on PS5, Xbox Series consoles, and PC.
Sniper Elite: Resistance launches on January 30, continuing the legacy of long-range tactical gameplay and infamous X-ray kill cam sequences. This time around, you’ll be taking down enemies with surgical precision across expansive environments. Perfect for fans of stealth and sniping, this title arrives on PS5, Xbox Series consoles, and PC.
February 2025 Game Releases
The sequel to the immersive medieval RPG, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, launches February 11. Step back into the shoes of Henry of Skalitz as you navigate a historically rich 14th-century Bohemia with deep role-playing mechanics and a vast open world. Available on current-gen consoles and PC.
Also arriving on February 11 is Sid Meier’s Civilization 7, the latest entry in the legendary strategy series. Lead your civilization through the ages with refined mechanics and a fresh approach to the classic 4X gameplay loop. This title will be available on all major platforms, including Linux, with a mobile version likely to follow.
On February 14, Assassin’s Creed Shadows transports players to feudal Japan, offering dual protagonists — a ninja and a samurai — for the first time in series history. This ambitious open-world experience will be available on PS5, Xbox Series consoles, and PC.
For those spending Valentine’s Day solo, Date Everything! offers a quirky twist on the dating sim genre, allowing players to form romantic relationships with anthropomorphized objects. This charming title will be available on PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC.
Avowed launches February 18 on Xbox Series consoles and PC. Set in the Pillars of Eternity universe, this first-person action RPG blends deep lore with fast-paced combat. While not a 100-hour epic, it promises a focused and engaging experience.
February 21 brings Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, a wild and humorous adventure starring Goro Majima as he embraces a new life as a pirate after losing his memory. It’s a unique and entertaining entry in the long-running Yakuza series. Available on all major platforms.
One of the biggest titles of the month — and possibly the year — Monster Hunter Wilds releases on February 28. This entry refines the series’ core gameplay while introducing new mechanics and environments. Available on PS5, Xbox Series consoles, and PC.
March 2025 Game Releases
Split Fiction, launching March 6, is the latest co-op adventure from Hazelight Studios. This sci-fi/fantasy-themed game blends surreal scenarios and cooperative gameplay. Available on PC and current-gen consoles.
On March 25, Tales of the Shire offers a relaxing life simulation experience set in the peaceful world of Middle-earth. Perfect for fans of cozy games and Tolkien lore, this title arrives on PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC.
Atomfall releases March 27, offering a survival-focused experience with strong Fallout and Stalker influences. Set in a post-nuclear world, this title will be available on all platforms except Switch.
Also launching March 27 is The First Berserker: Khazan, an action RPG based on the Dungeon & Fighter universe. This single-player adventure will be available on PS5, Xbox Series, and PC.
March 28 marks the release of inZOI, a visually stunning life simulation game from South Korea. With its realistic graphics and deep gameplay systems, it aims to be a fresh alternative to The Sims series. Available on PC at launch, with console versions planned for the future.
April 2025 Game Releases
On April 24, the iconic fighting game series returns with Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, its first new entry in over two decades. Terry Bogard and friends return in a modern revival of the classic 2D fighting formula. Available on PS5, Xbox Series consoles, and PC.
