26 Games for 2026

The new year has begun and with a new year comes a new sense of wonder and what might be. 2026 is so far looking to be a banger for gamers white some big titles confirmed, rumoured or already on the way! 

With that in mind I have put together a list of the 26 titles we are most excited for!

Check out the below in no particular order. 

GTA VI 

Yes we had this at the top of the list last year and it has been delayed not once but twice since then. Now slated for a November release. The hype is starting to feel a little strained on this one. If they delay again it won’t hurt the release, it is too big, but the internet is a noisy, angry place…

Code Violet

3rd Person action horror game. Playing as Violet Sinclair you will need to fight your way out of Aion Bioengineering Complex through dinosaurs and hostile forces.
There has been some push back against the devs' reason for keeping it a PS5 exclusive “butt” this one looks to be a bit of fun. Coming in January from Teamkill Media. 

Cairn

Described as an atmospheric “survival climber.” Take on the role of Aava who aspires to become the first person to summit Mount Kami. Discover secrets and make sacrifices along the way to achieve your dream. Coming January to PS5 and PC from The Game Bakers. 

High on Life 2

The Gatlians are back for another interstellar romp. After saving humanity in the original it’s time to use your bounty hunter skills and save your kidnapped sister. Squanch Games is still at the helm, tweaks have been made to the way you talk to the weapons and the feedback has been listened to and implemented for this time out. Due to release mid February on PC, PS5 and coming to Game Pass if you’re still forking out for that. 

Reanimal

Tarsier Studios the original creators behind the first two Little Nightmares are back with their most ambitious and horrifying title yet. You play as a brother & sister who go through hell to rescue their missing friends. Explore by land and sea on your own or with a friend. Reanimal is due mid February and will be available on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and the Switch 2. 

Resident Evil Requiem

Probably the biggest release that personally I am looking forward to. RE is one of those series that just keeps going from strength to strength and this next iteration looks to step it up even further. A new protagonist joins the series investigating mysterious deaths at a hotel. Be prepared for more heart stopping moments that stay with you long after the credits roll. 

Coming end of February on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and the Switch 2. 

Code Vein 2    

Bandai Namco always bring quality and their next title is sure to appease old and new fans alike. A third person action RPG where you fight against hordes of horrors and travel through time to save the world that was from what it has become.  Coming end of January on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.

Nioh 3

Another third person action RPG this time from Team Ninja with Koei Tecmo publishing. Japan 1622, protagonist Tokugawa Takechiyo's is due to be appointed as the next shogun. His younger brother, consumed by hatred, falls into darkness unleashing a fierce horde of yokai in the process. Nioh is dropping on the PS5 and PC early Feb. 

Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly

A ground up remake of the 2003 original, this Japanese-style horror follows twin sisters who must use the unique “Camera Obscura” device to escape an abandoned village haunted by vengeful spirits. Releasing in March on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and the Switch 2. 

John Carpenter's Toxic Commando

An FPS from the mind of John Carpenter, team up with friends or go it alone in this horde shooter in order to save the world. You’ll need team work to tackle challengers and survive against overwhelming odds. Coming mid March PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S

Crimson Desert

This one feels like it has been nearly here for years now and now it is just around the corner…crickets. It started off looking like it was an MMO but turned into a single player open world game set in a fictional medieval setting. Dynamic combat systems complimented by various settings and foes. This could be one of the biggest of the year. Coming to Mac as well as PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S keep an eye out in the lead up to mid March.

Mouse PI for Hire

This is my call for one of the most fun of the year. Hand-drawn rubber hose animation inspired by classic cartoons of the 1930s with explosive first person gunplay and a noir-fueled detective story. Players take on the role of PI Jack Pepper, navigating a city filled with danger and intrigue, solving cases, and uncovering secrets. Indie devs Fumi Games are partnering up with Aussie publisher Playside. Was a lot of fun at PAX a few years back, looking forward to this one releasing mid March on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and the Switch 2. 

Pragmata

Capcom joins the list once again and this one is different and interesting. Core gameplay is a sci-fi action adventure shooter but there is a twist, the little girl on your back that allows you to hack systems that are trying to hinder your progress. Promising to engage both sides of your brain to complete puzzles and escape a lunar research station. The demo is a lot of fun and gives a taste of what to expect. Coming late April on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S.

Saros

An early contender for my game of the year. Housemarque having blown it out of the park with Retunal are telling a new story with the same gameplay style that combines bullet hell, third-person shooter, and roguelike elements. The story looks to unfold similar to the way Returnals did as you investigate the lost off-world colony on the planet Carcosa. This is going to be visually stunning with tight gameplay and an intriguing story. Sign me up! Coming to the PS5 only for now, get ready for an April drop. 

007 First Light 

IO interactive, best known for the Hitman franchise revives everyone's favourite secret agent James Bond with an all new stand alone story. Set during his early days of 00 life. There will be plenty of action and stealth sections along with a gripping story. Provided the recent delay goes to plan and they finish the polish we can expect 007 to burst onto our screens end of May. Coming to PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and the Switch 2.

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. 

Inspired by 86 years of Batman history TT Games jumps into another LEGO branded title with the core humour and story telling. Promising an experience of iconic moments spanning the Dark Knight’s legacy in film, television, comics and games. We’ve also heard combat will be similar to the Arkham titles. Coming May 29th I already have my Pre-Order in. Available on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and the Switch 2.

Marathon

Not everyone is excited about this one but recent information and the pedigree of Bungie as a studio has it still firmly on the radar. It could be a defining step for the studio or the final nail. All is dependent on its reception and player count. A PVPVE Extraction shooter with a unique art style, time will tell on this one. 

Coming end of March to PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.

Now onto the rumoured list. These are the titles that don’t have a confirmed release date, but we’re expecting one any day now. While not a whole lot of information is available around when these are due to release, the hype is very much real.

The Blood of Dawnwalker. 

Ex The Witcher devs. New story, open world with Vampires, sign me up.