2026 is stacked with massive releases across every genre you love. From brutal action RPGs and deep strategy games to cozy life sims and explosive open worlds, this year promises unforgettable adventures. Grab your wishlist and get ready, because here are the biggest game releases of 2026.
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Nioh 3 (6 February)
Six years after the release of the second installment, Koei Tecmo sends us back into the unforgiving world of Nioh, where danger waits around every corner, and powerful yokai are always ready to test your skills. This time, you explore villages swallowed by darkness and face the looming threat of the Crucible. Combat promises to be more dynamic than ever, letting you instantly switch between Samurai strength and Ninja speed. You can expect tough fights, stylish action, and the familiar Nioh challenge you love.
Resident Evil Requiem (27 February)
Resident Evil Requiem plunges you into a new era of survival horror, where tension and fear are constant companions. You’ll follow FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft as she investigates a mysterious death in an abandoned hotel, uncovering secrets that hit close to home, and legendary agent Leon S. Kennedy as he confronts the latest bioterror threat. Both stories intertwine into a pulse-pounding, emotional ride. Return to the infamous Raccoon City area and navigate puzzles, limited resources, and terrifying enemies.
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Crimson Desert (19 March)
The open-world action-adventure Crimson Desert throws you into the vast, unforgiving world of Pywel. You play as Kliff, a battle-hardened warrior fighting to reunite his fallen comrades and reclaim what was taken from them. As you explore sprawling plains, towering mountains, deserts, and forgotten ruins, every journey feels like an adventure in its own right. You can ride horses, wolves, dragons, and even strange machines, climb sheer cliffs, and glide across the land. Combat is fast, intense, and flexible, letting you mix weapons, abilities, and elements to survive.
Slay the Spire 2 (March)
After seven years, developer Mega Crit is back with Slay the Spire 2, which pulls you back into its addictive loop of cards, chaos, and hard choices. After lying dormant for centuries, the Spire has awakened, and it’s deadlier than ever. You build your deck card by card, adapt to strange enemies, and risk everything on powerful relics and potions that can save or doom your run. With new and returning characters, every climb feels fresh and unpredictable.
Gothic 1 Remake (Q1 2026)
If you’re, like us, a fan of the 2001 classic, you’re probably eager for the Gothic 1 Remake, which takes you back to the brutal Valley of the Mines. It’s rebuilt for a new generation while staying true to what made the original legendary. You’re thrown into a lawless colony where prisoners rule, factions clash, and survival is never guaranteed. The world responds to your actions, with NPCs and wildlife following their own daily routines whether you interfere or not. You can explore freely, choose who to trust, and carve out your own path through expanded quests and modernized combat.
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PRAGMATA (24 April)
Capcom’s newest IP, PRAGMATA, takes you to a lonely lunar research station where danger, mystery, and smart gameplay collide. You follow Hugh and his android companion, Diana, as they fight to survive after contact with the moon base is lost. Combat isn’t just about shooting, because enemies can only be defeated after their defenses are hacked in real time. You must juggle puzzles, movement, and gunplay, using a jet pack to dodge attacks and explore the station. Expect tense multitasking, clever hacking challenges, and a striking science fiction setting.
Paralives (25 May)
Originally slated for 2025, the Life Sim Paralives invites you to slow down and build a life that truly feels like your own. You move into a lively open-world town, meet memorable Parafolks, and decide what matters most to you, whether that is love, career, family, or creative freedom. The building tools promise to let you design gridless homes with curved walls, split levels, and fully customizable furniture. With the powerful Paramaker, you shape unique characters and personalities from head to toe.
007 First Light (27 May)
007 First Light lets you step into the role of James Bond before he earns his legendary status. You follow a young, sometimes reckless recruit as he enters MI6 training and is drawn into a deadly conspiracy threatening the heart of the State. Missions take you to stunning locations where you can drive iconic vehicles, use clever gadgets, and choose how to handle every situation. Expect a cinematic espionage adventure that puts your choices, style, and skill front and center.
Grand Theft Auto VI (19 November)
Despite several delays, GTA 6 is set to be one of the biggest releases of 2026, and it’s easy to see why. You head to the sun-soaked state of Leonida, a sharp, satirical take on modern America, with Vice City at its vibrant core. The story follows the criminal duo Jason and Lucia as a failed robbery pulls you into a dangerous statewide conspiracy. You can freely explore cities, swamps, beaches, and highways while chaos unfolds around you. Sadly, the game will be exclusive to PlayStation and Xbox for now, so we PC gamers will have to wait to jump into the classic Rockstar action.
Forza Horizon 6 (2026)
Forza Horizon 6 takes you to Japan, transforming the Horizon Festival into a high-speed celebration of culture, contrast, and pure driving freedom. You race through neon-lit Tokyo streets, drift along mountain roads near Mount Fuji, and blast across wide-open landscapes inspired by Hokkaido. The map is the biggest in the series yet and more detailed than ever, especially in dense city areas. Dynamic seasons and changing weather keep every race feeling fresh.
STAR WARS Zero Company™ (2026)
Star Wars and strategy fans can be excited about STAR WARS Zero Company, which puts you in command rather than on the front lines, delivering a darker, more grounded take on the Clone Wars. You play as Hawks, a former Republic officer leading a squad of skilled but uneasy allies pulled from across the galaxy. Each mission challenges you to think tactically, position your team, and make tough decisions as an emerging threat unfolds. The focus is on story-driven, turn-based combat where teamwork and smart planning matter more than raw power.
CONTROL Resonant (2026)
CONTROL Resonant pulls you back into Remedy’s unsettling universe, this time in a warped version of Manhattan on the brink of collapse. You play as Dylan Faden, sent by the Federal Bureau of Control to confront a reality-bending cosmic threat tearing the city apart. Armed with powerful supernatural abilities, you battle twisted forces such as the Hiss and the Mold while the world reshapes itself around you. Beyond the action, the story delves into identity, control, and family as you search for Jesse and the truth behind the FBC. Expect intense combat, an eerie atmosphere, and mind-bending storytelling.
Game of Thrones: War for Westeros (2026)
Classic real-time strategy combat awaits you in Game of Thrones: War for Westeros, which drops you into the brutal politics and epic battles of Westeros like never before. You command one of six Great Houses, from the Starks to the Lannisters, or even the Night King’s undead legions. Build your armies, manage resources, and conquer territory while forging alliances—or betraying them—to claim the Iron Throne. The world map adds a layer of intrigue, letting diplomacy and scheming shape the fate of the realm.
Subnautica 2 (2026)
Eight years after the first game’s release, it’s time to return to the terrifying depths of the sea. Subnautica 2 plunges you into a brand-new alien ocean teeming with mystery and danger. You play as a pioneer stranded on a planet too hostile for humans, where survival means crafting tools, submersibles, and bases while adapting to a world full of bizarre lifeforms. Explore breathtaking biomes alone or with up to three friends in co-op, uncovering ruins and hidden secrets along the way. Scan creatures, gather samples, and evolve your genetics to survive in deeper, darker waters.
Lords of the Fallen II (2026)
Lords of the Fallen II drops you into a shattered kingdom where the realms of the living and the dead collide. You’ll explore moonlit citadels, ruined temples, and war-torn landscapes. Combat is brutal, fast, and relentless, letting you experiment with melee, ranged, and magical builds as you face nightmarish creatures and colossal abominations. As the bearer of the Umbral Lamp, you can shift between realms, uncovering hidden paths, treasures, and darker powers.
The Blood of Dawnwalker (2026)
The dark fantasy action RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker plunges you into a dark, war-torn 14th-century Europe, where vampires and other night creatures rise amid chaos and plague. You play as Coen, a Dawnwalker torn between human and vampire, fighting to save your family while deciding how far you’re willing to go. By day, wield a sword and magic to face human threats; by night, embrace vampiric powers to strike fear into your enemies. Every choice matters. Who you help, who you leave behind, and how you approach combat will shape the world around you.
Fable (2026)
Fable returns to Albion, inviting you to define what it truly means to be a Hero. This action RPG lets you explore a vibrant fairy-tale world where your choices shape the land, its people, and your destiny. Engage in fast-paced combat with swords, bows, or magic, and decide whether to be a savior, a trickster, or something far darker. With modernized visuals and gameplay, the reboot aims to deliver the original series’ charm and whimsy while introducing a new generation to the magical, morally flexible world of Albion.
Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 (2026)
Set directly after the first installment, Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 lets you bring the Emperor’s wrath to the galaxy in full retro-FPS glory. Step into the boots of Ultramarine Malum Caedo or the nimble Sister of Battle Nyra Veyrath, each with unique abilities and combat styles. Hunt heretics across new, deadly worlds, from towering hive cities to dense mangrove swamps, wielding an arsenal of brutal weapons, including chainswords and shotguns. The fast-paced, explosive combat will test your reflexes as you face more enemies, bigger threats, and new ways to purge the Imperium’s foes.
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV (2026)
Want more Warhammer? Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV brings you back to the brutal, strategic battles the series is known for. Command four unique factions, each with distinct units, commanders, and playstyles, across 70+ epic campaign missions. Build bases, specialize squads, and unleash devastating melee with the expanded Sync Kill system, while story-driven cutscenes penned by Black Library author John French immerse you in the largest Dawn of War saga yet. Beyond the campaign, enjoy Last Stand, Skirmish, and competitive multiplayer, all with fully customizable armies.
Mortal Shell II (2026)
Mortal Shell II sends you into a shattered, haunting world where the dormant bodies of fallen warriors become your greatest weapons. As the Harbinger, you possess and master unique Shells, each with distinct abilities, unlocking devastating combat styles and unraveling hidden memories. The interconnected open world rewards exploration with over 60 challenging dungeons, strange weaponry, upgrades, and secrets scattered across temples, forests, icy graves, and bone-carved citadels. Combat promises to be fast, fluid, and tactical, letting you break enemy defenses and strike critically without stamina constraints.
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