New Video Game Releases for PC, Xbox, PlayStation & Switch in 2025

Congratulations, you have just stumbled on the ultimate place to keep track of all the new game releases 2025 has to offer! There. Are. Tons! We’ll be going over all the current release dates for upcoming titles, highlighting platform specific releases, such as Nintendo Switch 2 games, and we’ll even cover games that are on the distant horizon, just so you can stay in the know. 

While this guide will cover new game releases for 2025, it is by no means an exhaustive list…yet. We are still waiting on big titles that will be coming out towards the end of the year, so you may want to bookmark this page so you can keep up with our updates.

We’ll be adding to this list of new video game releases as soon as soon as we get more info. Keep checking in if you want the latest news. Meanwhile, here’s our extensive guide to what games 2025 has to offer. 

Upcoming Game Releases on our Radar (Chronological List – 2025)

Note, it’s already June so we’re really focusing this particular list on June and the rest of the year. However, we’ll also be touching on our favorite 2025 releases throughout the entire year in other sections. These lists are by no means complete. There are hundreds of games coming out in 2025, and while there are tons of hidden gems, we narrowed it down to the most anticipated releases.  

Top Action Game Releases

There are plenty of action titles coming out this year, including sub-genres such as first-person shooters, survival MMOs, and even 2D side scrollers. If action packed games ate your go-to, you’re bound to find something you love in this list:

Top Sequels, Reboots and Remasters

These games already have fans champing at the bit to either play a remastered/remade version, or to dive into the next game in an already beloved franchise, such as Borderlands 4. See if there’s anything that catches your eye:  

Top Platformer Game Releases

Platformers have been around for decades, and it’s clear why they’re still going strong. Take a look: 

Top Horror Game Releases

If you like over-the-top gore (think Doom: The Dark Ages), survival horror, or even just super freaky jump scares (thank you Five Nights at Freddy’s), you have some titles to look forward to: 

Top Kid-Friendly New Game Releases 

So, no surprises here – once again, Nintendo dominated the kid-friendly gaming industry. Have a look below:

Just Released – Newest Video Games (Past 30 Days)

Deckbuilders, Puzzles, and Tactical Games

In case you missed them, here are new game releases from April, 2025 that may have slipped through the cracks. 

For games that require strategy, look no further than these recently released titles: 

• Nif Nif: Great entry-level deckbuilding game. Short and simple 
• Jin & Jan: Dual inverse controls puzzle game
• Elroy and the Aliens: Nostalgic feeling point and click adventure set in the 90s
• Dissent on Mars: Design your own society on Mars
• Armored Brigade 2: Tactical war games set in the Cold War
• Burden of Command: Leadership RPG with lots of emotion and stellar reviews
• Commandos: Origins: Real-time military tactics set in World War 2
• Willow Guard: Part RPG, part deckbuilder
• The Electrifying Incident: A Monster Mini-Expedition: A short and adorable puzzle game
• Mirage: Ignis Fatuus: 3D spatial puzzle game 
• Starless Abyss:  Sci-fi turn-based strategy game with deck-building and roguelike elements
• Warfare Legacy Collection: Strategic warfare game that lets you play in 1917 and 1944
• Blue Prince: This strategy/puzzle game is craaaaaazy popular right now 
• StarVaders: Grid-based gaming paired with deck building features all wrapped up in a sci-fi
• Realpolitiks 3: Earth and Beyond: A high stakes strategy game
• Old Skies: Adventure point and click with beautiful animation and puzzle elements

Platformers

Enjoy all the running, jumping, and falling off precipices. Over and over again:  

• Fubuki – zero in on Holoearth: High-speed action platformer
• Bionic Bay: A pixel-art platformer with amazing reviews
• Rusty Rabbit: Metroidvania platformer with an adorable protagonist 
• Peppered: Users call this existential platformer the “best 15 dollars spent of my life” 

RPGs

Role-playing-games have been hugely popular for years. Here’s some recent releases that gamers already adore: 

• Crashlands 2: An open world crafting RPG 
• Promise Mascot Agency: A creature collector RPG with sentient mascots  
• Traveler’s Refrain: Gorgeous action RPG with some puzzle elements 
• Mandragora: A dark fantasy action RPG with souls-like elements 
• Lunar Remastered Collection: Two beloved JRPGs have been remastered for modern consoles 
• Rise of Rebellion: A third person fantasy RPG action title 
• Creepy Redneck Dinosaur Mansion 3: The rare intersect of survival horror, comedy, and RPG
• Towerborne: A fast-paced, vibrant RPG 

Action

Action can be everything from turn-based combat (like in Clair Obscur), first person shooters, racing games, or anything in between. Regardless of the subgenre, keep your wits about you because, whatever you’re playing, will be fast-paced: 

• Steel Hunters: PvP shooter with mech battling
• Driveloop: Rogue-like driving shooter
• Monaco 2: Enjoy heisting with your friends 
• Monster Energy Supercross 25: Motocross racing madness
• Star Overdrive: Sci-fi action with absolutely gorgeous graphics 
• Steel Seed: Slick looking sci-fi stealth action 
• Gorn 2: A campy VR gladiator simulator
• Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves: The long awaited 7th installment in the Fatal Fury fighting game franchise 
• Sunderfolk: An underground, co op adventure game
• Clair Obscur: Expedition 33: This game is freaking gorgeous and has a super unique premise 
• Super Technos World: River City & Arcade Classics: 12 classic arcade games to keep you busy 
• South of Midnight: Charming adventure game set in the deep south 
• Forza Horizon 5: Cross play with your friends in 800 different cars 
• Moroi: Bizarre humor, dark fairy tale vibes and frantic combat
• Vindefiant: If you hate your job, you’ll probably love this game
• Lost Records: Bloom & Rage Tape 2: A narrative-driven adventure game with a dark side
• Skin Deep: Space simulator with immersive fun and FPS elements 

Chill Vibes

Some days you just want a game that helps you relax. These simulators, mysteries, and town-builders should be just what you’re looking for. 

• Detective Dotson: 2D cozy mystery set in India
• Ekoh Beach: Gives hardcore Stardew Valley vibes
• Locomoto: Cute and cozy train adventure game 
• The Fool’s Apprentice: A wizard academy simulator
• Tranquil Isle: A peaceful town-builder with the option to manage resources and upgrades, or you can simply chill and have fun

Horror

Pretty much the opposite of chill vibes, these titles are for horror fans who want gore, violence, or just a spooky feel to their gaming experience.

• Cursed Dawn: Wave survival first person shooter
• Chasmal Fear: A first-person shooter horror game with underwater elements
• Out of Hands: Psychological horror with really unique graphics
• The Hundred Line – Last Defense Academy: This game is a lot darker than it looks at first glance
• Days Gone Remastered: Zombies and bikers, what’s not to love? 
• Blight Night: Fun horror survivor with a very retro VHS feel

Most Anticipated Games of 2025

While our earlier new video game releases list is already massive, there are some super hyped games missing. Why? We don’t have official release dates yet. We’ll be sure to update it as they come. In the meantime, here’s some of the most anticipated games that we’ll hopefully see this year: 

GTA VI – What We Know So Far

The Grand Theft Auto 6 release date  was supposed to be coming to consoles later this year, but Rockstar Games just made an announcement that it won’t be coming out until May of 2026. In spite of a trailer, there is still much to be revealed about the upcoming game, with many players especially dreading the possible price. Rumors and speculations of a $100 price tag have already made gamers anxious, but only time will tell if it actually happens. Regardless, GTA6 will be available to play on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. 

Elder Scrolls 6

Honestly, there’s no way Elder Scrolls 6 will be ready in 2025. However, it has been confirmed to be in active development, meaning players are hopeful for a 2026 release. Considering how fast 2025 is zooming by, perhaps it won’t be that long of a wait after all. 

Hades 2

Although early access to Hades 2 was last year, and players can already play the game from start to finish in its current form, it is slated to release its full version sometime this year. We still don’t have an official date, but we do officially know that it will be available on both Nintendo Switch 1 and 2, so keep your eyes peeled. 

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater

The Metal Gear games were such a formative gaming experience for so many players, it’s understandable that the remake has so much hype. With immersive environments, insane graphics, and a strong respect for the original material, this game is clearly going to be amazing. It’s set to release August 8th for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. 

Looking for Platform Specific Games? Here You Go:

Here are some platform-specific new game releases 2025 has to offer. 

PS5 Game Releases 2025

Ghost of Yotei

Though not a direct sequel, this follow-up to Ghost of Tsushima is widely anticipated. With out of this world graphics, intense combat and gameplay, and an intriguing new protagonist, players are champing at the bit to return to historical Japan, which they can do on October 2nd of this year. It is a PlayStation 5 exclusive, however, at least for the time being. 

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach

A direct sequel to Kojima’s first Death Stranding, this upcoming game is set to release on June 26th, exclusively to PlayStation 5. With Norman Reedus returning and Kojima writing and directing, it will no doubt be the iconic combination of bizarre and amazing that all Kojima’s works entail. 

Xbox Series X|S & Xbox One Releases

Gears of War E-Day

While we don’t yet have the official release date of this origin story to the Gears of War franchise, we do know it is supposed to be by the end of this year. We can also likely guess that it will be an Xbox and PC exclusive title, as the others have been in the past. Players with Game Pass may even be able to play it on day one, as they can with many new video game releases, so keep your eyes open.  

Towerborne

This colorful side-scrolling action RPG is only playable on Xbox or PC. It was recently released on Xbox on April 29th, though it was an early release on Steam last year too. It’s also available on Game Pass. 

Nintendo Switch & Switch 2 Games

Nintendo Switch 2 is getting a lot of releases and ports this year that we didn’t mention simply because you can already play them on other consoles or PC. That said, here are some Switch exclusive titles to expect this year. 

Nintendo Switch Ports

• Pokemon Legends: Z-A–Nintendo Switch 2 Edition: This will have better frame rates and a higher resolution than the original Switch version
• GameCube Classics: The Legend of Zelda, The Wind Waker, F-Zero, GX, SOULCALIBUR II, and more to come
• Sid Meier’s Civilization VII–Nintendo Switch 2 Edition: This version will add the Joy-Con 2’s mouse capabilities

Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 Exclusives

• Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster
• Fast Fusion
• Mario Kart World
• Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour
• Survival Kids
• Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Switch 2 version)
• Tears of the Kingdom (Switch 2 version)
• Kirby and the Forgotten Land
• Donkey Kong Bananza
• Kirby Air Riders
• Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment
• Drag x Drive

PC Game Releases 2025

Whether you buy your PC games on Steam, the Epic Games Store, or GOG, here are some PC exclusives to look for this year:

• Shotgun Cop Man
• Unblock
• Bahamut and the Waq Waq Tree
• Vambrace: Dungeon Monarch
• Void Sails
• Nubs!: Arena
• Tennis Manager 25
• Monster Train 2
• Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown
• RoboCop: Rogue City – Unfinished Business
• Neon Abyss 2

Latest News and Announcements on 2025 Games

Here’s some updates in the gaming world:

• Borderlands 4 state of play deep dive
• Summer Game Fest Showcase for June 6th
• The Game Awards (returning December 11th)
• Playstation 5 downloadable demos
• Electronic Arts lays off 300 workers and cancels new Titanfall game
• Rockstar Games announces GTA6 delay

FAQ About 2025 New Game Releases

Here’s the answers to common questions about new game releases. 

What is the newest video game to come out?

• Shotgun Cop Man
• What the Clash?
• Metal Eden
• Unblock

What game is #1 right now?

The most popular game in terms of how many people are playing it is Counter-Strike 2, but the most popular new games (according to Metacritic) are currently Clair Obscur, Blue Prince, and Split Fiction

Are Switch 2 games $80?

Some of them are, yes. For instance, Mario Kart World is pre-ordering at $80, however, Donkey Kong Bananza is only pre-ordering at $70. The title will likely make a difference in price but you can probably bet there will be an increase in game prices, likely across other platforms too. 

What games are coming out this week?

• Shotgun Cop Man
• What the Clash?
• Metal Eden
• Unblock
• Bahamut and the Waq Waq Tree
• Sonic Rumble
• The Midnight Walk
• Vambrace: Dungeon Monarch
• Revenge of the Savage Planet
• Yes, Your Grace: Snowfall

How to Pre-Order or Play Early Access Titles

To play or pre-order new game releases, you will want to be sure to only go through official, trusted sources. There are lots of scammers out there who would love to take your money or have you download malware, so pay attention to where you’re getting your games from. Here are some common sources for early access or pre-orders: 

• Nintendo Switch 2
• The PlayStation Store
• Steam early access titles
• Microsoft Coming Soon Games

Editor’s Picks – Games You Shouldn’t Miss

Some of the best new video games on our radar for 2025 include: 

• Ghost of Yotei
• Blue Prince
• Clair Obscur
• Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater
• Mario Kart World
• Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
• Monster Hunter Wilds
• Rusty Rabbit
• Out of Hands
• Doom: The Dark Ages
• Tranquil Isle