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The year 2025 delivered many strong games, but 2026 is shaping up to be even bigger. Several major studios are ready to release games that fans have been waiting for many years. From open-world adventures to racing, action, and strategy titles, 2026 looks packed with high-quality releases.
Here are the 10 most exciting games expected to launch in 2026
1. GTA 6 (Grand Theft Auto VI)
GTA 6 is easily the biggest game of 2026. Rockstar Games is bringing players back to Vice City, inspired by modern-day Miami. The game will feature a huge open world, two playable characters, and a story set in the present era.
After more than a decade since GTA 5, expectations are extremely high. GTA 6 is expected to set new standards for open-world games.
Release Date: November 19, 2026
Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X/S
2. Resident Evil: Requiem
Resident Evil: Requiem is the ninth main game in the famous horror series. The game takes players back to Raccoon City and focuses more on horror than recent entries.
You will play as Grace Ashcroft, an FBI analyst, and experience the story in first or third-person view. Fans of classic Resident Evil horror are very excited for this one.
Release Date: February 27, 2026
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S
3. Crimson Desert
Crimson Desert is a large open-world fantasy game with a Nordic-style setting. Players can explore freely, fight monsters, solve puzzles, and take part in big battles.
The game mixes ideas from many popular titles and promises deep gameplay and beautiful visuals.
Release Date: March 19, 2026
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S
4. Forza Horizon 6
Forza Horizon 6 is expected to take players to Japan. The map will include cities, mountains, highways, and countryside areas.
Drifting will be a major focus, and car culture will play a big role. Racing fans are very excited about this new location.
Release Date: 2026
Platforms: PC, Xbox Series X/S
5. F1 2026 Update
Instead of a brand-new game, the 2026 Formula 1 season will be added as a major update to F1 25. This update will reflect the new F1 rules, new cars, and new teams.
With big changes coming to real-life Formula 1, the game is expected to feel very fresh.
Release Date: Summer 2026
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S
6. Hela
Hela is a co-op adventure game where players control a small mouse in a beautiful world inspired by Scandinavian nature.
The game focuses on teamwork, exploration, puzzles, and a warm story. It can be played solo or with friends, both locally and online.
Release Date: 2026
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2
7. 007 First Light
James Bond returns in a brand-new action-adventure game made by the creators of Hitman. The game tells an origin story of Bond and focuses on stealth, gadgets, and story choices.
Players can complete missions quietly or with action, just like classic Bond films.
Release Date: March 27, 2026
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S
8. Marvel’s Wolverine
Marvel’s Wolverine is being developed by Insomniac Games. The game focuses on fast combat, strong storytelling, and a darker superhero tone.
It will feature well-known characters from the X-Men universe and is exclusive to PlayStation 5.
Release Date: Late 2026
Platforms: PS5
9. Fable
Fable is a reboot of the classic role-playing series. The game will feature a large open world, player choices, and the classic British humor the series is known for.
Your decisions will shape the story, the world, and how characters react to you.
Release Date: 2026
Platforms: PC, Xbox Series X/S
10. Star Wars Zero Company
Star Wars Zero Company is a turn-based strategy game similar to XCOM. You lead a special team during the Clone Wars and fight against growing threats.
The game focuses on tactical combat, deep characters, and a strong story set in the Star Wars universe.
Release Date: 2026
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S
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