It’s 2025 and the lineup of upcoming games is looking so good it might as well be a legendary loot drop. From long-awaited sequels to shiny new IPs, we’re already prepping our potions, sharpening our swords, and debating which game gets our attention first.
This is just Part 1 of our deep dive into the games we can’t wait to sink our teeth into this year. Stay tuned for Part 2 – because the hype, much like a good MMO grind, never ends. For now, let’s jump into the first batch of 2025’s most exciting titles.
Alabaster Dawn
Release Date: TBC
A haunting adventure RPG where players explore a crumbling world steeped in dark magic and unearth forgotten secrets to rewrite their destiny.
Ark 2
Release Date: TBC
Survive, thrive, and dominate in a prehistoric sandbox full of dinosaurs, harsh environments, and Vin Diesel for some reason.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Release Date: 14 February
A stealthy new chapter in the Assassin’s Creed saga, delving into feudal Japan with ninjas, samurai, and plenty of rooftop running.
Atomfall
Release Date: 27 March
A futuristic roguelike where players navigate an alien-infested space station while upgrading their gear to avoid annihilation.
Avowed
Release Date: 18 February
An epic first-person RPG from Obsidian, blending high fantasy with deep lore in a sprawling open world teeming with magic.
Borderlands 4
Release Date: TBC
The looter-shooter returns with more guns, more chaos, and more quirky characters who can’t stop talking.
Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector
Release Date: 31 January
A narrative-rich RPG that combines survival mechanics with cyberpunk storytelling in a galaxy on the brink of collapse.
Cronos: The New Dawn
Release Date: TBC
A sci-fi city-building simulator where players colonize alien worlds and manage civilizations under hostile conditions.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach
Release Date: TBC
Hideo Kojima is back with more cryptic storytelling, emotional deliveries, and literal strands connecting a fragmented world.
Directive 8020 – A Dark Pictures Game
Release Date: TBC
The next instalment in The Dark Pictures Anthology, this time exploring the terrifying unknowns of space survival horror.
Doom: The Dark Ages
Release Date: TBC
A brutal twist on the classic shooter, transporting players to medieval hellscapes with demons, catapults, and cursed knights.
Dune Awakening
Release Date: TBC
An ambitious MMO survival game set on the desolate, dangerous planet of Arrakis, where spice is life—and death.
Eternal Strands
Release Date: 28 January
A breathtaking indie adventure about weaving time and fate together in a hand-drawn fantasy universe.
Fable
Release Date: TBA
The legendary series gets a modern reboot, mixing British humor with whimsical magic and larger-than-life adventures.
Ghost of Yotei
Release Date: TBA
A samurai-inspired action RPG set in ancient Japan, blending folklore and history with stunning visuals and swordplay.
Grand Theft Auto 6
Release Date: TBA
The highly anticipated return of Rockstar’s juggernaut franchise, promising more chaos, satire, and sprawling open worlds than ever.
Hell Is Us
Release Date: TBA
A surreal action-adventure game where players confront strange horrors in a war-torn landscape filled with eerie mysteries.
Hitman: World of Assassination
Release Date: 27 March
Agent 47’s ultimate mission combines new contracts with classic maps, allowing players to become the ultimate stealth assassin.
Hyper Light Breaker
Release Date: TBA
A vibrant roguelike action game set in a hyper-stylized universe, emphasizing exploration and intense combat.
Instinction
Release Date: TBA
A cinematic action-adventure where players face off against prehistoric creatures while unraveling an ancient mystery.
John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando
Release Date: TBA
A co-op zombie-slaying shooter infused with B-movie flair and plenty of campy, explosive action.
And there you have it – Part 1 of our ultimate cheat sheet for 2025’s most anticipated games. From jaw-dropping sequels to fresh IPs that already have us saving inventory space, the year ahead is shaping up to be legendary.
But hey, this is just the beginning! Did we already cover your most hyped title, or is it waiting in the wings for Part 2? Drop your guesses (and your favourites) in the comments—we love hearing about hidden gems and sleeper hits!