2025’s Finest And Future
This year delivered jaw-dropping titles that raised the bar across genres. Stunning graphics, bold storytelling, extensive creativity, and refined gameplay left players spoiled for choice. But the hype doesn’t stop there—2025’s most anticipated games are already turning heads. This list breaks down the year’s top 10 releases and then lists 10 upcoming titles set to dominate screens next.
South of Midnight | Official Gameplay Trailer by Compulsion Games
1. Split Fiction
Hazelight’s newest co-op experience nails its vision. Clever puzzles and endearing protagonists put this narrative-driven game into instant classic territory. GameSpot awarded it a rare 10/10, praising its cinematic storytelling and cooperative innovation that rivals It Takes Two in emotional punch and gameplay creativity.
Split Fiction | Official Gameplay Reveal Trailer by Electronic Arts
2. Monster Hunter Wilds
Capcom expands the franchise with a sweeping open-world ecosystem. Players face colossal creatures across evolving biomes, with tactical depth and stunning visuals enhancing the thrill. Critics hail its world-building and environmental realism, cementing it as a top-tier entry in the long-running action role-playing game series.
Monster Hunter Wilds New Gameplay Demo (2025) 4K by WooX
3. Blue Prince
This indie standout weaves puzzles into a dynamic mansion. The layout shifts with every choice, demanding players adapt as they uncover strange architectural secrets. GameSpot calls it “mesmerizing,” rewarding exploration with elegant design and eerie atmosphere. It's an intellectual and emotional journey wrapped in roguelike tension.
Blue Prince Part 3! - 18 April 2025 by Dexbonus
4. Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Ubisoft’s leap into feudal Japan brings precision stealth and dynamic combat to a familiar franchise. Players alternate between a shinobi and a samurai, shifting the gameplay rhythm dramatically. IGN gave it 8/10, praising its polished direction and richly detailed environments.
First Assassin’s Creed Experience | AC SHADOWS (2025) by BeastBoyShub
5. South Of Midnight
Set in a myth-infused American South, this third-person action game uses stylized visuals and folklore to explore themes of grief and legacy. Combat feels fluid yet weighty, echoing southern blues through its narrative tone. Scoring 8/10 from IGN, it stood out for narrative strength and visual uniqueness.
SOUTH OF MIDNIGHT Is The MOST EXCITING New IP's Of 2025 by Double-Barrel Gaming
6. Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza In Hawaii
Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio gets experimental with its eccentric spinoff, tossing Goro Majima into ship combat and tropical chaos. Players punch sharks, get through pirate drama, and brawl across Hawaiian streets. GamesRadar+ calls it “joyfully unhinged.” It delivers high-energy absurdity and heartfelt character arcs in a genre-defying blend.
7. Civilization VII
Firaxis returns with sharper UI, refined diplomacy, innovative building mechanics, and smoother turn flow. Console support broadens its reach, but the core depth stays intact. It’s a strategic triumph that satisfies staunch fans and invites newcomers alike.
Civilization VII - Official Launch Trailer + Review Score (2025) by Project Penguin Network
8. Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
This grounded role-playing game continues Henry’s story with improved realism and smarter AI. Players experience 15th-century Bohemia with historically authentic armor and swordplay. GameSpot notes its high reviews and praise for character-driven quests and meaningful choices.
Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 New Gameplay Demo (2025) 4K by WooX
9. The First Berserker: Khazan
This debut demands mastery. Set in a brutal fantasy realm, its unique rage system and cinematic animations set it apart. Critics call it “stylish and savage,” rewarding those who commit to its punishing rhythm and boss gauntlets.
The First Berserker: Khazan NEW Gameplay (2025) 4K by WooX
10. Avowed
Obsidian’s newest game offers dense lore and deep decision-making within a vivid fantasy world. First-person combat blends spells and swordplay, while player choices reshape regions. Avowed delivers the freedom and depth fans expect from classic Obsidian titles.
Avowed New Gameplay Demo (2025) 4K by WooX
The year’s biggest hits have already set a high bar. As we look ahead, these unreleased titles are stirring up serious excitement and promising to shape the rest of 2025.
1. Death Stranding 2: On The Beach
Kojima’s surreal storytelling returns in this genre-bending sequel. Building on the original’s haunting views and asymmetrical multiplayer, the game teases even deeper emotional stakes and stranger mechanics. Its latest trailer dropped at Summer Game Fest.
2. Hollow Knight: Silksong
After years of delay, Team Cherry’s sequel finally has a confirmed 2025 window. Hornet brings speedier movement and a reworked combat system, heightening the stakes in this bug-filled world. Metroidvania fans have been waiting patiently, and the latest trailer reignited their hopes in a big way.
Hollow Knight Silksong - Official Gameplay Trailer | Xbox & Bethesda Showcase 2022 by GameTrailers
3. Ghost Of Yotei
Sucker Punch heads north to Hokkaido in this follow-up to Ghost of Tsushima. Featuring new protagonist Atsu, players will explore snow-covered mountains and new mythic tales. Sleek swordplay and a cinematic world already have fans counting down to its October 2025 release on PlayStation 5.
GHOST OF YOTEI Trailer 4K (2025) PS5 Pro by Punish
4. Borderlands 4
Explosions and chaotic co-op—Borderlands 4 promises more of everything. The series jumps to Unreal Engine 5, giving its cel-shaded style extra pop. Gearbox has teased new Vault Hunters and worlds, fueling buzz on Reddit and X despite fatigue from previous spinoffs.
Borderlands 4 - Official Gameplay Overview | State of Play 2025 by IGN
5. Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater
Konami revives a legend with Delta, a faithful remake of Metal Gear Solid 3. It retains the core story while overhauling visuals and controls to modern standards. Lovers of stealth gameplay and cinematic drama have flagged this as one of the most anticipated titles of the year.
Metal Gear Solid Delta Snake Eater NEW Gameplay Demo 4K (2025) by Punish
6. Pokémon Legends: Z-A
Game Freak heads to Kalos in this open-world Pokémon entry. Built for both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, it introduces urban exploration and real-time battling in a futuristic Lumiose City. The franchise’s official trailers have broken viewership records.
Pokemon Legends Z-A - Official Gameplay Overview Trailer | Nintendo Direct 2025 by IGN
7. Elden Ring: Nightreign
This spinoff expands the Elden Ring universe into co-op territory while preserving the franchise’s unforgiving challenge. Leaks and teasers suggest a darker tone, faster pacing, and deep lore. Though no date is locked, speculation and wishlist videos dominate forums and streaming discussions.
Is Elden Ring Nightreign the MOST ANTICIPATED Game of 2025? by JayNotion
8. Mafia: The Old Country
Hangar 13 brings the Mafia series to Sicily in a narrative-focused open-world epic. With vintage cars, family feuds, and stunning Mediterranean backdrops, it aims to separate itself from GTA-style chaos. Developers confirmed it would lean into slower, character-driven crime drama.
9. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
Nintendo’s long-awaited sequel finally returns as a showcase title for the new Switch 2. New suit mechanics and updated scanning systems mark its evolution. The recent Direct trailer was met with massive applause, especially for its polished graphics and eerie, isolated atmosphere.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – Nintendo Direct 3.27.2025 by Nintendo of America
10. Fable
Playground Games reboots Fable with British wit and whimsical charm. Xbox previews have shown lush environments and choice-based storylines that echo the series' roots. Though the release window remains vague, the game regularly trends during showcases and has RPG fans watching closely.
