The news we've all been dreading has finally arrived: GTA 6 has been delayed. Originally set to launch in 2025, this highly anticipated game is now slated for release on May 26, 2026. But don't let this dampen your spirits—2025 is shaping up to be an incredible year for gaming, regardless of this delay. We've already been treated to stellar releases like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, Blue Prince, and Split Fiction, with many more exciting titles on the horizon. From Ghost of Yotei for samurai enthusiasts to Borderlands 4 for co-op fans, and even a new console from Nintendo, there's plenty to look forward to in the coming months.
What's next?
With GTA 6 no longer on the schedule, you might find your gaming calendar has some unexpected free space. But fear not, as there are some major releases coming up. On May 15, dive into the gothic reimagining of the classic shooter with Doom: The Dark Ages, available on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC. This promises to be a thrilling experience for fans of the franchise. Shortly after, on May 30, Elden Ring Nightreign hits the shelves for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. This new co-op roguelike from FromSoft explores fresh territory while delivering the fast-paced action fans crave, making it a must-play for multiplayer enthusiasts.
In June, get ready for another mind-bending adventure with Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, launching exclusively on PS5 on June 26. Hideo Kojima's trailers hint at a game that will push boundaries even further than its predecessor. And if you're ready for a challenge, Dune: Awakening arrives on PC on June 10—be prepared for those treacherous sandworms and remember to stay hydrated!
Switch 2
With GTA 6 out of the picture, the spotlight shines brightly on the Nintendo Switch 2, set to launch on June 5. Alongside the console, you can enjoy its debut title, Mario Kart World. Also launching on the same day are enhanced editions of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, offering improved resolutions and frame rates. The Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour, a mini-game tutorial, will help you get accustomed to the new system, while a plethora of third-party games, including Hogwarts Legacy, Spit Fiction, Street Fighter 6, Yakuza 0 Director's Cut, Cyberpunk 2077, and Fortnite, will be available at launch.
The excitement doesn't end there. On July 17, Donkey Kong Bananza arrives, promising a delightful 3D platforming experience. Later in the year, look forward to Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Pokemon Legends: Z-A, and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment. And yes, the long-awaited Hollow Knight: Silksong is finally set to release on Switch 2 and other platforms in 2025.
Big Hitters
As the year winds down, the gaming industry gears up for a flurry of major releases leading into the holiday season. Expect a new installment in the Call of Duty series and EA Sports FC 26 to drop around that time. September will see the launch of two highly anticipated shooters: Borderlands 4 on the 12th, promising even more kooky, violent fun with better gun drops, and Marathon on the 23rd, an extraction shooter from the creators of Destiny that's sure to be a game-changer.
On October 2, PlayStation fans can dive into the long-awaited follow-up to Tsushima with Ghost of Yotei, a tale of vengeance against shadowy masked samurai that's bound to captivate fans of the genre. And keep an eye out for other exciting releases expected in the final months of 2025, such as The Outer Worlds 2 and Crimson Desert.
2025 Release Timeline
This is just a taste of what's coming in 2025. For a more comprehensive list, check out our detailed timeline of the biggest games slated for release in the remaining months of the year:
- 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
