The news that many fans dreaded has finally been confirmed: 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 exceptional year for gaming, with a lineup of stellar releases that promise to keep players entertained. From the atmospheric adventures of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 to the medieval realism of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, and from the intriguing puzzles of Blue Prince to the narrative twists of Split Fiction, the year has already delivered some unforgettable experiences. But that's just the beginning. With titles like Ghost of Yotei, Borderlands 4, and a new console launch from Nintendo, 2025 is set to be anything but disappointing.
Here's a glimpse into what's on the horizon for the rest of 2025, excluding the now-delayed GTA 6.
What's next?
With GTA 6 originally slated for later this year, you might have left some room in your gaming schedule. But fear not, because the next few months are packed with exciting releases. On May 15, **Doom: The Dark Ages** will hit Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC, offering a gothic twist on the beloved shooter franchise. Just a couple of weeks later, on May 30, **Elden Ring Nightreign** will arrive for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. This co-op roguelike from FromSoftware promises to deliver a fresh take on their iconic gameplay, perfect for those looking to dive into a new multiplayer experience.
Moving into June, prepare for another mind-bending journey with Hideo Kojima's **Death Stranding 2: On the Beach**, launching exclusively on PS5 on June 26. The trailers hint at even more bizarre and innovative gameplay than its predecessor. And if you're ready for a different kind of survival challenge, **Dune: Awakening** will be available on PC starting June 10. Remember to stay hydrated and watch out for those sandworms!
Switch 2
With GTA 6's delay, the spotlight now shines brightly on the **Nintendo Switch 2**, launching on June 5. Accompanying the console's debut is **Mario Kart World**, promising high-speed fun right out of the gate. Also available on launch day are the enhanced Switch 2 editions of **The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild** and **Tears of the Kingdom**, offering improved resolutions and smoother frame rates. The **Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour** will serve as a delightful tutorial through mini-games, while a slew of third-party titles like **Hogwarts Legacy**, **Spit Fiction**, **Street Fighter 6**, **Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut**, **Cyberpunk 2077**, and **Fortnite** will be ready to explore.
The excitement continues into July with **Donkey Kong Bananza** on July 17, a 3D platformer that looks set to be a barrel of 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 **Hollow Knight: Silksong**, which is finally slated to arrive on Switch 2 and other platforms in 2025.
Big Hitters
As the year winds down, the gaming industry gears up for its traditional holiday rush. Expect new entries like **Call of Duty** and **EA Sports FC 26** to hit the shelves around this time. September brings the launch of two major shooters: **Borderlands 4** on the 12th and **Marathon** on the 23rd. While Borderlands promises more of its signature chaotic fun with enhanced gun drops, Marathon, an extraction shooter from the creators of Destiny, is poised to make a significant impact.
October 2 marks the arrival of **Ghost of Yotei**, PlayStation's eagerly awaited follow-up to Ghost of Tsushima, delivering a gripping tale of vengeance against shadowy samurai. And keep an eye out for other anticipated titles like **The Outer Worlds 2** and **Crimson Desert**, expected to launch towards the end of the year.
2025 Release Timeline
Here's a comprehensive list of some of the biggest 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
