The Most Anticipated Games of 2025
As 2025 unfolds, gamers are already immersed in a lineup of thrilling releases. By March, titles like Monster Hunter Wilds and Split Fiction had already captured the spotlight, dominating sales charts and keeping players engaged for hours on end. With even more highly anticipated titles set to launch throughout the year, this is shaping up to be one of the most exciting periods in gaming history.
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Below, we’ve compiled a list of the 10 best new games of 2025, along with some additional notable releases that have also made waves. Whether you’re into RPGs, shooters, or open-world adventures, there’s something here for everyone.
2025 Game Releases
1. Avowed
Release Date: February 18, 2025
Platforms: PC, Xbox Series X/S
Genre: RPG
Developed by Obsidian Entertainment, Avowed brings a deep, immersive fantasy RPG experience set in the Pillars of Eternity universe. With engaging combat mechanics, expansive world-building, and intricate storytelling, this is a must-play for RPG fans.
2. Monster Hunter Wilds
Release Date: February 28, 2025
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S
Genre: Action RPG
Capcom’s latest entry in the Monster Hunter series promises dynamic ecosystems, improved combat mechanics, and unpredictable creatures. As the first in the series to feature cross-platform gameplay, hunters around the globe are eagerly waiting to see what new monsters and biomes will be introduced.
3. Assassin’s Creed: Shadows
Release Date: March 20, 2025
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S
Genre: Action RPG
As the 14th major installment in the series, Assassin’s Creed finally heads to Feudal Japan, offering players the chance to experience the life of a shinobi. The combination of stealth mechanics, historical storytelling, and an expansive open world makes this a standout title.
4. Doom: The Dark Ages
Release Date: May 13, 2025
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S
Genre: First-Person Shooter
As the 8th main entry in the franchise, Doom returns with a medieval twist, promising brutal, fast-paced combat set in a dark, gothic-inspired world. Expect the same adrenaline-pumping action with new weapons and mechanics.
5. Dune: Awakening
Release Date: May 20, 2025
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S
Genre: Open-World Survival MMO
Set in the Dune universe, this ambitious MMO blends survival mechanics with large-scale faction warfare, making it a dream come true for sci-fi fans.
6. Death Stranding 2: On the Beach
Release Date: June 24, 2025
Platforms: PS5
Genre: Action/Adventure
Hideo Kojima’s signature surreal storytelling returns in Death Stranding 2, expanding its unique world and gameplay mechanics. Available exclusively on PS5.
7. Borderlands 4
Release Date: September 23, 2025
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S
Genre: Looter Shooter
Gearbox’s legendary Borderlands franchise is back with its signature humor, chaotic co-op gameplay, and even more outrageous weapons. Play solo or team up with up to three others in this thrilling sci-fi adventure.
8. Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6)
Release Date: Q3/Q4 2025
Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X/S
Genre: Open-World Action
Rockstar’s long-awaited sequel promises a massive open world, gripping storytelling, and innovative gameplay mechanics. Set in the fictional state of Leonida, which draws inspiration from Florida, the game brings players back to the vibrant and crime-ridden streets of Vice City.
9. Call of Duty (TBA 2025)
Release Date: Late 2025
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S
Genre: First-Person Shooter
With its annual releases keeping the series fresh, the next Call of Duty is set to deliver intense multiplayer action alongside a gripping single-player campaign. According to a report from Insider Gaming, this installment will be a direct sequel to Black Ops 2, taking players into a near-future setting.
10. Ghost of Yotei
Release Date: 2025
Platforms: PS5
Genre: Action/Adventure
A spiritual successor to Ghost of Tsushima in 2020, this title offers breathtaking visuals, gripping samurai combat, and an emotional narrative. Available exclusively on PS5.
Other Popular Games to Try Out in 2025
 Pokémon Legends: Z-ALate 2025 – Nintendo Switch |  Crimson Desert2025 – PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S |  Kingdom Come: Deliverance IIFebruary 4, 2025 – PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S |
 Elden Ring Nightreign May 30, 2025 – PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S |  Wuchang: Fallen Feathers2025 – PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S |  Split Fiction March 6, 2025 – PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, GeForce Now |
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