The most anticipated games of 2025

Look, 2024 was a great year for games that delivered gems like Metaphor: ReFantazio, Astro Bot, Balatro, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, etc. Off the Gridetc. But we are a bunch of optimists and think 2025 could happen even better.

The excitement we’re getting from the first batch of games expected to launch this year includes sequels and original titles. Grand Theft Auto 6 For (potentially) Intergalactic: Heretic Prophet and many between them.

Wait, let’s pause about this for a moment: GTA 6 is indeed expected to be released later this year, twelve years after its predecessor. Let’s hope that promise will be fulfilled. And the Nintendo Switch 2 may as well be around the corner.

There’s already a lot to be excited about, and we’re starting to highlight some of the biggest hitters coming in 2025. Below you’ll find some of our early picks for games to focus on, but stay tuned. Please update this list regularly throughout the year to expand it and replace it with newly discovered games.

Grand Theft Auto 6

Release date: late 2025
Platforms: PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S

It is definitely the most anticipated game of 2025 and probably one of the most eagerly awaited games of all time. The latest entry in the Grand Theft Auto franchise remains incredibly popular billions of dollars still boast 24 million monthly players Despite being almost 12 years old.

It’s part of what we’re all waiting for Grand Theft Auto 6. Set in the fictional Florida-based state of Leonidas, players can relive the story of Vice City around the two main characters in what appears to be a Bonnie and Clyde story.

Has been various rumours Whether it’s Bitcoin or Ethereum, or an original token created by Rockstar Games, the game revolves around cryptocurrency. But now they are completely unproven.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Release date: February 14
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and PC

Ubisoft is back with Assassin’s Creed Shadows, where players are transported to 16th century Japan to fight as Japanese shinobi Naoe and historical samurai Yasuke. The story sees the two main characters clash as their factions battle within Japan’s political unification.

Doom: The Dark Ages

Release date: 2025
Platforms: PC, Xbox Series X/S and PS5

The eighth main entry in the popular shooter franchise, Doom: The Dark Ages is developed by id Software and published by Bethesda Softworks. The first-person shooter will act as a prequel to 2016’s Doom title, following the franchise’s protagonist who battles Hell.

But the game promises to set itself apart from other series add dragon riding and focus on fighting. It’s a bit of a change, but it’s not too Even so, it’s still wild, hilariously violent.

Sid Meier’s Civilization VII

Release date: February 11
Platforms: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC and Switch

Dreaming of world domination but don’t want to get your shoes dirty? Sid Meier’s Civilization VII, developed by Firaxis, puts you in control of famous leaders from history, allowing you to fulfill your warlord fantasies without the chaos, or strive for greatness without causing so much destruction. It’s up to you.

The series will feature new city name development, a new diplomacy screen, a new “age” system, and new civilizations at the beginning of each era, with Harriet Tubman as the new leader.

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond

Release date: 2025
Platform: Nintendo Switch

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond was originally announced at E3 2017 – yes, a long time ago – and was originally developed by Bandai Namco Studios. However, it was transferred in 2019 to Retro Studios, the team behind the original Prime trilogy.

It looks mostly similar at this point, but given the quality of previous entries and how long it’s been since 2007’s Prime 3, fans might be happy with it. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond has been announced for the Switch, but we’re assuming it’ll be released as well the upcoming Switch 2 and also.

Intergalactic: Heretic Prophet

Release date: TBA
Platform: PlayStation 5

Naughty Dog’s first all-new IP since The Last of Us, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet takes the third-person action genre into space.

In the trailer, we see Jordan A., a bounty hunter on a mission to Sempiria, a planet that has not been contacted for over 600 years. Meet Moon. He is looking for a member of the Five Aces crime syndicate, who appears to have a history with Moon. Once on the ground, our hero shows off a futuristic melee weapon and starts killing robots. The trailer gives off a cool retro-futuristic vibe and Naughty Dog rarely misses. It’s something to be excited about.

Ghost of Yotei

Release date: 2025
Platform: PlayStation 5

After the success of Ghost of Tsushima, Sucker Punch Productions’ return isn’t exactly a sequel, but it’s definitely (somehow) related, but how exactly is unclear. Set 300 years after Tsushima, Ghost of Yotei is expected to have the same stealth combat gameplay cycle set in more beautiful landscapes.

Fable

Release date: 2025
Platforms: Xbox Series X/S, PC

Developed by Playground Games, known for the racing game Forza Horizon, the action role-playing game (RPG) Fable 4 transports us back to the world of Albion for the first time since the 2017 card game Fable Fortune. Looks like Fable 4 will take a turn. players become their heroes, fighting enemies using a mix of swordplay and magic as their choices make or break their reputations.

Elden Ring: Nightreign

Release date: 2025
Platforms: PS5/PS4, Xbox Series X/S + One, PC

Elden Ring: Nightreign—developed by From Software and published by Bandai Namco—takes place in Limveld, a location similar to the original title’s Limgrave. This three-player co-op spinoff takes players through another maze of mythical creatures and challenging boss fights. Did you (and your two friends) get what it took?

Nintendo Switch 2

Release date: TBD

Oh yes, Nintendo Switch 2 it’s hardware, not software – but beyond Grand Theft Auto 6, is there anything more widely anticipated in gaming than Nintendo’s next device?

The original Switch was the undisputed hit after the Wii U, and Nintendo has continued its momentum for eight years. Leaks and reports point to a successor that doesn’t ditch the winning hybrid formula, but makes some major upgrades in terms of power and endurance. We’re ready, Nintendo.

Editor’s note: This story was originally published on December 16, 2023 and was last updated with new information on January 1, 2025.