The long-awaited moment has arrived: GTA 6 has been officially delayed. Initially set to launch in 2025, this highly anticipated title is now slated for release on May 26, 2026. But don't despair! 2025 is shaping up to be an incredible year for gaming, with a lineup of stellar releases that are sure to keep you glued to your screens.
Already, 2025 has seen fantastic games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, Blue Prince, and Split Fiction. And the excitement doesn't stop there. With titles like Ghost of Yotei for your samurai cravings, Borderlands 4 for cooperative chaos, and a brand-new console from Nintendo on the horizon, 2025 is poised to be a banner year for gamers.

With GTA 6 out of the picture for this year, you might have cleared your gaming calendar. But fear not, there are some major releases on the horizon. **Doom: The Dark Ages** is set to hit Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC on May 15, promising a gothic reimagining of the beloved shooter. Shortly after, on May 30, **Elden Ring Nightreign** will launch on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. This co-op roguelike offers a fresh take on FromSoftware's iconic formula and is perfect for multiplayer enthusiasts.
Come June, Hideo Kojima's next masterpiece, **Death Stranding 2: On the Beach**, will debut exclusively on PS5 on June 26. Its trailers tease a wild and innovative journey that promises to push the boundaries even further than its predecessor. And if you're looking for a survival challenge, **Dune: Awakening** will launch on PC on June 10. Just remember to keep an eye out for those sandworms and stay hydrated!

The highlight of the year, with GTA 6's delay, is undoubtedly the launch of the **Nintendo Switch 2** on June 5. Alongside it, **Mario Kart World** will debut, offering an exciting new racing experience. Also launching on the same day are the Switch 2 editions of **The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild** and **Tears of the Kingdom**, which you can enjoy at enhanced resolutions and frame rates. The **Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour** will serve as a fun tutorial, introducing you to the console's features. Additionally, third-party titles like **Hogwarts Legacy**, **Split Fiction**, **Street Fighter 6**, **Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut**, **Cyberpunk 2077**, and **Fortnite** will be available.
The excitement continues into July with **Donkey Kong Bananza** arriving on July 17, promising a thrilling 3D platforming adventure. Later in the year, look forward to **Metroid Prime 4: Beyond**, **Pokemon Legends: Z-A**, and **Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment**. And yes, the much-anticipated **Hollow Knight: Silksong** is finally set to release on Switch 2 and other platforms this year.

As we approach the end of the year, expect a flurry of big releases leading into the holiday season. While not officially announced, we can anticipate new entries like **Call of Duty** and **EA Sports FC 26** around that time.
In September, two massive shooters are set to launch: **Borderlands 4** on the 12th and **Marathon** on the 23rd. Borderlands promises even more kooky, violent fun with enhanced gun drops, while Marathon, an extraction shooter from the creators of Destiny, is one to watch.
On October 2, PlayStation fans can dive into **Ghost of Yotei**, a gripping tale of vengeance against shadowy samurai. And there's more to come; highly anticipated titles like **The Outer Worlds 2** and **Crimson Desert** are expected to launch later in the year, though exact dates are yet to be confirmed.
Here's a comprehensive list of the major game releases scheduled for the remainder of 2025: