Today we are going to look at the most anticipated upcoming games for 2026, with Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA6) leading the charge alongside numerous sequels, remakes, and new IPs across all platforms.
2026 will also mark the first full year for the Nintendo Switch 2, with many games planned for both the new and original Switch platforms.
GTA 6 – The Most Awaited Game:
The hype is massive, but so is the anxiety. After two delays pushing it from Fall 2025 to May 2026, and then to November 19, 2026, many gamers are now joking, “can’t believe we got X before GTA 6.” The pressure on Rockstar is immense – players aren’t just expecting it to be good but “one of the best video games ever created.” Some are even doubting whether November 2026 will stick, or if we’ll be waiting until 2027.
Resident Evil Requiem (RE9) – Leon’s Back:
The excitement is real. Gamers are thrilled about Leon’s confirmed return, and early footage looks incredible. The Resident Evil series has been on an amazing streak with recent remakes and Village. Many consider it one of the must-play AAA games of 2026.
Marvel’s Wolverine – The Mystery Game
Set for Fall 2026, it’s one of the few games that might go head-to-head with GTA 6. Gamers trust Insomniac after Spider-Man’s success, but they’re hungry for more details. With the recent trailer, the players are much more excited and impressed by the game’s combat mechanics.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight – The Surprise Hit
This one’s generating unexpected hype. Gamers are calling it “the LEGO Batman game everyone needed” and “the closest thing we’ll get to an Arkham-style experience.” With the open-world gameplay, it’s being seen as more than just another LEGO game. The release date of the game is May 29, 2026.
2026 Upcoming Game Lineup:
Major Releases with Confirmed Dates
Early 2026 Highlights
- Nioh 3 (PS5) – February 6
- Resident Evil Requiem (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – February 27
- Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection – March 13
- Crimson Desert (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – March 19
Mid-Year Releases
- Pragmata (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – April 24
- Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred – April 28
- 007 First Light – May 27
- Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight – May 29
- Phantom Blade Zero (PS5, PC) – September 9
The Big One
- Grand Theft Auto 6 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – November 19
Upcoming Games Without Specific Dates
Some of the most anticipated upcoming games still have a general “2026” window:
- Marvel’s Wolverine (PS5)
- Fable (Xbox Series X|S, PC)
- Marathon (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
- Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword
- Gothic 1 Remake
- Subnautica 2 (early access)
- Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave (Switch 2)
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