The 10 Most Anticipated Games Still Coming in 2025
We’re officially past the halfway point of 2025, and while many major titles have already launched, the best might still be ahead. Whether you’re into brutal sword fights, open-world crime sagas, or nostalgic remakes, the second half of the year has something for every type of gamer. Here’s a look at the ten most exciting releases still on the way.
1. Mafia: The Old Country – August 8, 2025:
Step back into the gritty world of organised crime with this prequel set in early 1900s Sicily. The Old Country takes the Mafia formula we know and love and dives deep into its roots—with the kind of cinematic style only Hangar 13 can deliver.
2. Ghost of Yōtei – October 2, 2025 (PS5 Exclusive):
If you thought Ghost of Tsushima was a masterpiece, its spiritual successor aims to take things further. Set centuries later in snowy Hokkaido, this game promises a richer, colder, deadlier world. Expect smarter stealth, evolved combat, and jaw-dropping visuals.
3. Borderlands 4 – September 23, 2025
The chaos is back. Borderlands 4 brings new planets, even weirder guns, and all the wild humor you’d expect. Gearbox isn’t reinventing the wheel here—they’re strapping a rocket to it and letting it fly.
Editor's Note: Despite Gearbox's CEO seemingly running a one-man campaign to kill the game's hype we are still really excited to open some more vaults.
4. Ninja Gaiden 4 – October 21, 2025
Ryu Hayabusa returns, and this isn’t just nostalgia—it’s a full-on revival. Built from the ground up, Ninja Gaiden 4 aims to bring back the punishing precision fans loved, now paired with cutting-edge combat mechanics and visuals that punch just as hard.
5. Crimson Desert – Late 2025
Few games are as mysterious or ambitious as Crimson Desert. Mixing gritty medieval storytelling with massive exploration and dynamic world events, it could quietly become one of the year’s biggest surprises—if it sticks the landing.
6. Hollow Knight: Silksong – 2025 (TBA)
It’s been a long wait, but fans of Hollow Knight haven’t lost hope. Silksong brings us a whole new world, new combat mechanics, and a protagonist with a completely different rhythm. If it launches in time for the holidays, expect it to dominate every Game of the Year conversation.
7. The Outer Worlds 2 – October 29, 2025
Obsidian is back with its signature mix of dark humor, player choice, and space-faring mischief. The Outer Worlds 2 builds on the original's foundations while promising a bigger, stranger galaxy to explore—and more power in the player’s hands.
8. Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater – August 28, 2025
This isn’t just a remake—it’s a reintroduction. Delta rebuilds one of the most iconic stealth games of all time with modern tools while keeping Kojima’s original vision intact. For longtime fans and newcomers alike, this is a must-play.
9. Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 Remaster – July 11, 2025
Grab your board—two of the most beloved skateboarding games ever are getting a fresh coat of paint. With remastered visuals, the return of legendary tracks, and online features built for today’s players, 3+4 brings the past into the present without missing a beat.
10. Assassin’s Creed Shadows – February 14, 2025
Ubisoft is finally going full samurai. Set in feudal Japan, Shadows introduces two playable characters—a shinobi and a samurai—each with their own path. Add in seasonal changes and evolving environments, and you’ve got what could be the boldest Assassin’s Creed in years.
Still More to Come
Can’t get enough? A few other exciting titles are also on the calendar:
Helldivers 2 (Xbox Launch) – August 26
A PlayStation favorite goes multi-platform, bringing its chaotic co-op action to Xbox for the first time.
Lost Soul Aside – August 29 (PS5/PC)
Stylish and fast-paced, this indie action RPG is drawing comparisons to Devil May Cry and Final Fantasy XV—and for good reason.
Dying Light: The Beast – August 22
The zombie parkour formula gets a darker twist in this new chapter, featuring bigger threats and deeper choice-based gameplay.