Happy New Year! Welcome to 2025, and congratulations on making it through another complete rotation around our giant fiery gas ball, the sun. The start of a new year is the perfect time to look forward to what exciting games are on the horizon. Here are the biggest game releases of 2025 that we know about so far!
January 2025
Dynasty Warriors: Origins
On January 17, Tecmo Koei's flagship musou series makes a grand return with Dynasty Warriors: Origins, its first full-fledged entry since 2018. This game will leverage current-gen hardware to flood your screen with enemies you can plow through while shouting the iconic battlecry, "DIE, NASTY WARRIORS!" It'll be available on PS5, Xbox Series consoles, and PC.
Sniper Elite: Resistance
If you prefer long-distance combat, on January 30, Sniper Elite: Resistance continues the beloved series known for its precise sniping and, yes, its infamous Nazi castration scenes. This latest installment sticks closely to the successful formula, which is hard to complain about when it involves shooting fascists in their private parts. It's available on all Xbox and PlayStation consoles, plus PC.
February 2025
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? No, it's Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, a continuation of the immersive historical RPG that picks up the adventures of Henry of Skalitz. Set in 14th-century Bohemia, this game's deep role-playing mechanics and vast open world allow you to take Henry's journey in any direction you choose. Launching on February 11 for current-gen consoles and PC.
Sid Meier’s Civilization 7
Also launching on February 11, Sid Meier’s Civilization 7 needs little introduction. This iconic franchise, now in its seventh installment, lets you lead a civilization through the ages by exploring, expanding, exploiting, and exterminating as needed. It's available on virtually all platforms, including Linux, but not mobile—yet.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows
On February 14, Assassin’s Creed Shadows takes Ubisoft's open-world series to the much-anticipated setting of feudal Japan. With dual protagonists, you can experience life as both a ninja and a samurai. It's available on current-gen consoles and PC.
Date Everything!
For a lighter note on Valentine's Day, Date Everything! is a sandbox dating simulator where you can romance inanimate objects, from the windows to the walls. With 100 fully voice-acted options, it's available on PS5, Xbox Series consoles, Switch, and PC.
Avowed
On February 18, Obsidian's Avowed comes to Xbox Series consoles and PC. Set in the same universe as the Pillars of Eternity games, this first-person action RPG promises a focused experience similar in scope to The Outer Worlds, which is great news for those who struggle to finish long games.
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
If you're ready to set sail, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii launches on February 21. Follow Goro Majima as he embraces his new life as a pirate after a bout of amnesia. This game will be available on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC.
Monster Hunter Wilds
On February 28, Monster Hunter Wilds arrives on Xbox Series, PS5, and PC. Capcom aims to refine the core experience while introducing new features that leverage current-gen hardware, appealing to both longtime fans and newcomers.
March 2025
Split Fiction
On March 6, Hazelight brings us Split Fiction, a co-op adventure where a sci-fi and fantasy author gets trapped in virtual reality. With bizarre adventures like turning into pigs and then hot dogs, this game offers unique experiences for two players with just one copy. Available on PC and current-gen consoles.
Tales of the Shire
On March 25, experience the cozy life of a hobbit with Tales of the Shire. This life sim focuses on the everyday joys of gardening, smoking pipes, and enjoying brandy in the peaceful Shire. It's available on PS5, Xbox Series consoles, Switch, and PC.
Atomfall
On March 27, Atomfall takes you to a post-apocalyptic English countryside inspired by Fallout and Stalker. This survival game explores an alternate history where a nuclear disaster goes terribly wrong. It's available on all platforms except Switch.
The First Berserker: Khazan
Also launching on March 27, The First Berserker: Khazan expands the Dungeon & Fighter universe with a single-player action RPG. It's coming to Xbox, PlayStation, and PC.
inZOI
On March 28, the potential Sims-killer inZOI hits PC. This stunningly beautiful life sim from South Korea could be one of the year's biggest games. With current-gen console versions in development, it's poised to attract a wide audience.
April 2025
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves
On April 24, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves marks the first new entry in the series this century. With Terry Bogard and Mai Shiranui returning, this fighting game aims to live up to the legacy of its predecessors. It's available on both PlayStations, Xbox Series, and PC.
