10 Upcoming Games in 2025 That Everyone is Talking About

2025 is shaping up to be an epic year for gamers. With a slew of highly anticipated titles on the horizon, there’s plenty to look forward to. Whether you’re into RPGs, shooters, or strategy, there’s something major coming your way. We’ve compiled the most anticipated titles for the rest of 2025, based on community hype, trailers, developer reputation, and gameplay previews.

Let’s break down what you should keep your eyes on this season.

1. Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is slated for release on November 17, 2025. This remake of the iconic 2004 title promises a modern reimagining while preserving the narrative and gameplay that made it a classic, bringing one of gaming’s greatest stealth epics to a new generation. Built in Unreal Engine 5, it combines next-gen visuals with the stealth-action formula fans remember.

Key Features and Changes:

Unreal Engine 5 Graphics: Environments are now more lush and immersive than ever, complete with dynamic weather and lighting systems.

Faithful Gameplay: The remake sticks closely to the original mechanics, but with updated controls and smoother animations.
No Codec Interruptions: Codec calls will now appear in the corner of the screen in real-time, allowing uninterrupted gameplay.
Modernized Combat: While the core stealth gameplay remains, close-quarters combat (CQC) has been enhanced with new animations and AI behavior.
Re-recorded Audio: The original voice cast returns, though some lines have been re-recorded for clarity and updated sound design.

Community Reactions:

Cautious Optimism: Longtime fans are pleased by the fidelity to the original but remain concerned about Konami’s stewardship of the franchise without Hideo Kojima.
Positive Previews: Journalists who tried the demo at Summer Game Fest praised the game’s atmosphere and visual overhaul.

Release Details:

Release Date: November 17, 2025
Editions: A Collector’s Edition will include a replica of Snake’s survival knife, artbook, and early access bonus.

Additional Information:

Developer: Virtuos Studio (under Konami supervision)
Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC

2. Borderlands 4

Borderlands 4 is set to launch on September 13, 2025, and it’s bringing back the chaotic, loot-filled FPS mayhem the series is famous for — but this time, things are getting weirder. With a new planet, fresh Vault Hunters, and a villain who breaks the fourth wall, Gearbox is doubling down on everything fans love (and a few things they don’t expect).

Key Features and Changes:

New Vault Hunters: Four playable characters, each with customizable skill trees and “Multi-Class Mods,” allowing hybrid builds.
New Setting – Planet Crucia: A bizarre, reality-warping world filled with psychedelic biomes, cultist factions, and the odd talking chair.
Loot Evolution: Guns can now evolve mid-fight, adapting to your playstyle or randomly mutating with “Anomalies.”
Co-op Chaos: Drop-in/drop-out 4-player co-op is back with seamless crossplay and shared loot options.
Twitch Integration: Viewers can now spawn bosses, vote on loot drops, and mess with your game live.

Community Reactions:

Excitement for Weirdness: The humor seems to be hitting better this time, and fans are curious about the strange direction.
Mild Skepticism: Some are wary after Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands’ mixed reception, but hands-on demos are earning praise.

Release Details:

Release Date: September 13, 2025
Editions: Vault Hunter Edition includes exclusive gear, Season Pass, and Claptrap-themed accessories.

Additional Information:

Developer: Gearbox Software
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S

3. Mafia: The Old Country

Mafia: The Old Country drops on October 24, 2025, and it’s taking us back — way back — to 1920s Sicily. This prequel brings slow-burn storytelling and explosive action to a rarely explored time and place — it’s the family business like you’ve never seen. Unveil the origin story of the Salieri crime family in a fully open-world setting filled with betrayal, blood, and backroom deals.

Key Features and Changes:

True Open World: A dense, handcrafted Sicily offers side stories, random events, and plenty of ways to get your hands dirty.
Next-Gen Narrative: Fully motion-captured performances and branching dialogue enhance immersion.
Historical Authenticity: From vintage cars to political unrest, everything is steeped in the gritty realism of post–World War I Europe.
Cover-Based Combat Returns: Gunplay has been overhauled with brutal melee executions and destructible environments.
Loyalty System: Choices affect who lives, who dies, and whether you’re feared or respected.

Community Reactions:

High Expectations: After the success of Mafia: Definitive Edition, fans are hungry for a darker, more serious return.
Story Hype: Early story trailers have players buzzing over the new antihero protagonist, Marco Salieri.

Release Details:

Release Date: October 24, 2025
Editions: The Don’s Edition includes a digital artbook, a Tommy gun replica skin, and early access to bonus missions.

Additional Information:

Developer: Hangar 13
Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC

4. Super Mario Party Jamboree

Nintendo returns to the party circuit with Super Mario Party Jamboree, launching October 17, 2025. This entry dials everything up — more boards, more chaos, and the debut of Jamboree TV, a live content hub for online play.

Key Features and Changes:

Seven Boards, Two Classics:Explore five brand-new boards and two fan favorites — including a neon-lit revamp of Koopa’s Casino.
Jamboree TV Mode: A live multiplayer platform with seasonal events, global rankings, rotating rule sets, and stream-style party broadcasts.
20+ Characters: Includes returning icons like Mario, Luigi, Daisy, and Bowser Jr., alongside newcomers like Nabbit and Pauline.
Custom Party Rules: Create your own mini-tournaments with tweaked rules, board settings, and win conditions.
Online Overhaul: Full board play is now online-ready with party codes, voice chat, and stable netplay.

Community Reactions:

Optimistic Buzz: Fans are excited to finally get a Mario Party with a true online core — and Nintendo’s polish to match.
Mild Concern: Some worry Jamboree TV’s seasonal structure may lean too close to battle pass territory, though Nintendo says unlocks are cosmetic only.

Release Details:

Release Date: October 17, 2025
Editions: Jamboree Edition includes retro mini-games, bonus characters, and early access to exclusive boards.

Additional Information:

Developer: NDcube
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, Switch 2

5. Death Stranding 2: On The Beach

Hideo Kojima is back with Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, launching January 31, 2026. The sequel doubles down on bizarre storytelling, strange tech-babies, and hauntingly beautiful landscapes — and somehow, it still makes sense (kind of).

Key Features and Changes:

Expanded Gameplay: While core delivery mechanics return, the sequel introduces vehicular combat, stealth, and even naval exploration.
New Characters & Factions: New cast members like Elle Fanning and Shioli Kutsuna join Norman Reedus and Léa Seydoux.
Multiverse Mayhem: A new parallel world mechanic allows players to travel between timelines and realities — and even see alternate player versions of themselves.
Gear Overhaul: Enhanced BB Pods, upgraded exoskeletons, and new gadgets like the “Chiral Harpoon.”
Online Interactions: Player-built infrastructure now adapts in real-time, with new collaborative missions and world events.

Community Reactions:

Kojima Devotees: Fans are loving the cryptic trailers and high-concept themes.
Casual Confusion: Everyone else is still trying to figure out what’s going on (as expected).

Release Details:

Release Date: January 31, 2026
Editions: Collector’s Edition includes a light-up BB Pod replica and vinyl soundtrack.

Additional Information:

Developer: Kojima Productions
Platforms: PS5 (PC later)

6. Elden Ring: Nightreign

FromSoftware returns to the Lands Between with Elden Ring: Nightreign, an expansion launching August 9, 2025. It’s not just DLC, it’s a full-blown new region, new bosses, and a whole new nightmare – brutal, beautiful, and unrelenting.

Key Features and Changes:

New Region – Noctra: A shadowed realm where light no longer reaches, filled with cursed knights, lunar beasts, and gothic castles.
Story Expansion: Players follow Miquella’s journey after Shadow of the Erdtree, with revelations that shake the entire mythos.
Weapon Arts Reforged: Dozens of new weapon types and Ashes of War, including “Bloodlight” magic that heals and hurts.
Dynamic Weather/Day Cycle: Gameplay changes depending on time — certain areas only accessible at dusk or dawn.
Endgame Difficulty: Designed for veteran players; early previews warn: “You will die. A lot.”

Community Reactions:

Massive Hype: The Souls community is all in, with lore videos already dropping faster than torrent rain.
Praise for Ambition: Fans are impressed by how Nightreign pushes beyond expectations for an expansion.

Release Details:

Release Date: August 9, 2025
Editions: Nightfallen Edition includes exclusive armor sets and lorebooks.

Additional Information:

Developer: FromSoftware
Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC

7. Ghost of Yōtei

Ghost of Yōtei sneaks onto the scene on November 14, 2025, introducing a brand-new open-world samurai stealth experience from an indie team of ex-Sucker Punch and Team Ninja developers. Set on the mysterious Mount Yōtei in Hokkaido, it’s rich in folklore, snow, and sharp steel. A standalone sequel to Ghost of Tsushima, this could be the next breakout stealth-action hit — and one of the best surprises of the year.

Key Features and Changes:

Myth Meets Reality: The story blends historical Sengoku-era Japan with supernatural elements like yokai, frost spirits, and the undead.
Stealth Combat: Think Ghost of Tsushima meets Tenchu, with flexible stealth takedowns, verticality, and ninja tools.
Dynamic Weather: Blizzards affect visibility and stealth — hide in snowbanks or use wind to muffle sound.
Crafting & Upgrades: Players collect mythic components to enhance gear, weapons, and talismans.
Moral Choice System: Each kill — or spared life — affects your reputation with different clans.

Community Reactions:

Cult Anticipation: Early footage has earned a loyal following for its beauty, sound design, and unique blend of myth and stealth.
Indie Buzz: Fans are eager to support a new IP that carries the soul of AAA samurai games.

Release Details:

Release Date: November 14, 2025
Editions: Ronin Edition includes a digital bestiary, soundtrack, and exclusive armor skins.

Additional Information:

Developer: Ember Lotus Studio
Platforms: PS5, PC (Xbox TBA)

8. The Outer Worlds 2

Obsidian is back with The Outer Worlds 2, due December 5, 2025, and yes — they’re still making fun of everything. The sequel takes place in an all-new star system with fresh characters, expanded choices, and even more sarcastic sci-fi satire. If you want sci-fi that’s smart, snarky, and deeply replayable, The Outer Worlds 2 might be your next obsession.

Key Features and Changes:

New Star System: Say goodbye to Halcyon and hello to the Halycon Verge — a corporate hellscape where capitalism is now sentient.
New Protagonist: You’re no longer The Stranger, but rather “The Anomaly” — a rogue clone with amnesia and a grudge.
Combat Overhaul: Gunplay is faster and smoother with new weapon classes, including biotech rifles and corporate bribes-as-weapons.
Ship Customization: Build, upgrade, and pilot your own ship in tactical space battles.
Satirical Quests: Expect bizarre decisions like choosing between exploding a planet or letting it unionize.

Community Reactions:

Excited for Chaos: The announcement trailer made fun of game trailers — fans loved it.
Hopeful for Polish: Players want tighter systems and more refined mechanics than the first game.

Release Details:

Release Date: December 5, 2025
Editions: Spacer’s Choice Edition includes early access, bonus missions, and a miniature moonman pet.

Additional Information:

Developer: Obsidian Entertainment
Platforms: PC, Xbox Series X|S (Game Pass Day One)

9. Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor

Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor blasts onto the scene August 22, 2025 — and trades teamwork for solo chaos. Survivor turns chaos into strategy — a stripped-down, explosive spinoff set in the bug-filled mines of Hoxxes that stands tall on its own.

Key Features and Changes:

One Dwarf Army: No co-op. You’re alone with swarms of bugs, procedurally generated caves, and auto-firing weapons.
Four Playable Classes: Gunner, Driller, Engineer, and Scout — each with unique upgrades, gadgets, and class-specific perks.
Endless Progression: Permanent unlocks, randomized cave layouts, and scalable difficulty make every run feel different.
Manual Movement, Auto-Fire: Like Vampire Survivors, players dodge and maneuver while letting the weapons do the blasting.
Rock & Stone Energy: Even solo, the game keeps its signature humor, style, and drinking songs.

Community Reactions:

Unexpected Hit: Initial demos stunned fans with tight controls, addictive loop, and surprisingly deep class systems.
Survivor Comparison: Many call it “the perfect blend of Deep Rock charm and Vampire Survivors simplicity.”

Release Details:

Release Date: August 22, 2025
Editions: Deluxe Miner’s Bundle includes exclusive pickaxe skins, tracks, and emotes.

Additional Information:

Developer: Funday Games
Publisher: Ghost Ship Publishing
Platforms: PC (Steam), with console versions expected late 2025

10. Gears of War: Reloaded

Gears of War: Reloaded lands November 21, 2025, as a gritty return to form — a hybrid sequel-reboot built in Unreal Engine 5. Set years after Gears 3, the Locust are gone… but a new horror is rising.

Key Features and Changes:

New Squad, Legacy Bloodline: Follow Kira Santiago, daughter of Dom, and a new COG squad — with cameos from Marcus, Cole, and others.
Open-Zone Combat: Missions now unfold in large, semi-linear battle zones with tactical side objectives and secrets.
Modernized Gameplay: Classic cover mechanics evolve with leaning, mantling, grappling, and destructible cover.
Revamped Horde Mode: Features skill synergy between characters, deployable base upgrades, and enemy adaptation systems.
UE5 Visuals: Cinematic, brutal, and gorgeous — with full mocap performance and next-gen gore tech.

Community Reactions:

Back to Brutality: Longtime fans are hyped for a darker, more grounded Gears game with classic pacing.
Split-Screen Lives: Confirmed 2-player couch and online co-op earns big praise from legacy players.

Release Details:

Release Date: November 21, 2025
Editions: Ultimate Edition includes early access, exclusive armor sets, and campaign lore logs.

Additional Information:

Developer: The Coalition
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PC (Day-One on Game Pass)
Reloaded looks like the Gears renaissance fans have waited for — blood-soaked, cinematic, and emotional.