The news we've all been bracing for has finally arrived: GTA 6 has been delayed. Originally set to launch in 2025, this eagerly awaited game is now slated for release on May 26, 2026. But don't despair—2025 is shaping up to be an incredible year for gaming, with a lineup of stellar releases that promise to keep us entertained. We've already been treated to gems like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, Blue Prince, and Split Fiction, and there's much more to come. From the samurai-themed Ghost of Yotei to the chaotic co-op of Borderlands 4, and even a new console from Nintendo, the year is packed with exciting prospects. Here's a detailed look at what you can anticipate in the rest of 2025, aside from GTA 6.
What’s next?
With GTA 6's original release date cleared from your calendar, you might find yourself with some free time. But not for long! Doom: The Dark Ages is set to launch on May 15 for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC, offering a gothic twist on the beloved shooter franchise. Just a few weeks later, Elden Ring Nightreign will hit the shelves on May 30 for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. This co-op roguelike from FromSoftware promises a fresh take on their iconic gameplay, perfect for those multiplayer nights.
Fast forward to June, and you'll find yourself diving into Hideo Kojima's latest masterpiece, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, arriving exclusively on PS5 on June 26. The trailers tease a game bursting with innovative concepts, set to push boundaries even further than its predecessor. Meanwhile, on June 10, Dune: Awakening will land on PC, offering a thrilling experience with its treacherous landscapes and formidable sandworms.
Switch 2
With GTA 6 out of the picture, the spotlight shines brightly on the Nintendo Switch 2, set to debut on June 5. Alongside the console, Mario Kart World will launch, setting the stage for a new era of racing fun. Also on the same day, you can enjoy the enhanced Switch 2 editions of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, boasting improved resolutions and frame rates. The Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour will serve as a fun tutorial, introducing you to the console's capabilities. Third-party titles like Hogwarts Legacy, Spit Fiction, Street Fighter 6, Yakuza 0 Director's Cut, Cyberpunk 2077, and Fortnite will also be available, ensuring a robust launch lineup.
July 17 marks the release of Donkey Kong Bananza, a must-have 3D platformer for the Switch 2. As the year progresses, look forward to titles like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Pokemon Legends: Z-A, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, and the long-awaited Hollow Knight: Silksong, all set to grace the Switch 2.
Big Hitters
As we approach the holiday season, expect a flurry of blockbuster releases. Though not officially announced, a new Call of Duty and EA Sports FC 26 are likely to drop around this time.
September promises two major shooters: Borderlands 4 on the 12th, with its signature kooky violence and enhanced gun drops, and Marathon on the 23rd, an extraction shooter from the creators of Destiny that's definitely worth keeping an eye on.
On October 2, PlayStation fans can look forward to Ghost of Yotei, a thrilling tale of vengeance set against a backdrop of shadowy samurai. This game is poised to satisfy those who crave more of the narrative style seen in Assassin's Creed Shadows.
Other anticipated titles like The Outer Worlds 2 and Crimson Desert are also expected to launch later in the year, though exact dates remain unconfirmed.
2025 Release Timeline
Here's a comprehensive timeline of the major games slated 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
