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<\/h2>\nWith 2025 rapidly drawing to a close, it\u2019s fair to say this has hardly been a year in which we\u2019ve been starved of exceptional gaming experiences. From the lightning-in-a-bottle success of the magnificent Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, to the long-awaited resurgence of the Battlefield franchise courtesy of October\u2019s excellent Battlefield 6, the superb Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, and the unexpected domination of the extraction shooter genre by Embark Studios\u2019 ARC Raiders, we\u2019ve been well and truly spoiled for choice. Happily, we’re delighted to report that 2026 is shaping up to be even better. With that in mind, let\u2019s take a look at the most anticipated games of 2026.<\/p>\n
<\/h2>\nWith it being nearly 14 years since the last James Bond tie-in hit our gaming machines (2012\u2019s utterly risible 007 Legends), it\u2019s safe to say that ol\u2019 007 has some serious work to do to restore his reputation among players. Thankfully, Hitman developer IO Interactive has stepped up to the plate – and judging by what we\u2019ve seen so far, they look poised to do the franchise some long-overdue justice.<\/p>\n
A third-person action-adventure that puts players in control of a younger, less experienced James Bond, 007 First Light sees 007 tracking down the treacherous agent 009. Drawing heavily from IO Interactive\u2019s Hitman design DNA, the game leans into stealth, player freedom, and sandbox-style environments, while significantly expanding the formula with punchy cover-based gunplay and a stronger, mission-to-mission narrative throughline\u2014something the Hitman series has traditionally lacked. Simply put, James Bond has never looked quite so essential, and March can\u2019t arrive soon enough.<\/p>\n
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<\/h2>\nThe sequel to one of 2019\u2019s standout releases, Control Resonant is a direct continuation of the events of Control. This time, players step into the shoes of Dylan Faden, who awakens in the aftermath of the chaos set in motion by his sister Jesse and must stop the Hiss from completely annihilating downtown Manhattan.<\/p>\n
While Control Resonant retains the third-person exploration and eerie atmosphere that defined the original, it meaningfully expands the formula with a stronger emphasis on visceral melee combat and the introduction of a host of new Hiss-possessed enemies. If you loved Control, then Control Resonant is about as close to a no-brainer purchase as you\u2019ll find in 2026.<\/p>\n
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<\/h2>\nFrom the studio behind Black Desert comes Crimson Desert, a markedly different proposition from its sprawling MMORPG sibling. This time, the action moves offline without sacrificing any of the spectacle or ambition.<\/p>\n
An open-world action RPG of frankly breath-taking scope, Crimson Desert allows players to explore a gorgeously realised dark fantasy world where they can fly dragons, pilot mechs, unleash Devil May Cry-style melee combos, and ultimately shape the fate of a nation. Powered by the studio\u2019s bespoke BlackSpace Engine, the game also boasts some of the most impressive visuals seen in years. Are we excited for Crimson Desert? You bet your bottom gold coin we are.<\/p>\n
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<\/h2>\nAlthough little has been shown of the Unreal Engine 5-powered Gears of War: E-Day beyond its initial cinematic reveal, that hasn\u2019t stopped excitement from reaching fever pitch. This marks the franchise\u2019s second foray into prequel territory, following the underrated Gears of War: Judgment.<\/p>\n
Likely launching toward the tail end of 2026, Gears of War: E-Day places players back into the well-worn size 16 boots of Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago as they face the Locust menace on the very first day of the invasion. While gameplay specifics remain under wraps, it would be genuinely shocking if the game didn\u2019t feature generous helpings of cover shooting, roadie runs, and chainsaw executions. Regardless, Gears of War: E-Day already looks like manna from heaven for fans of the series and horror shooters alike.<\/p>\n
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<\/h2>\nLike a vast cosmic black hole, the gravitational pull of Grand Theft Auto 6 on the games industry cannot be overstated. No publisher is brave – or foolish – enough to launch a game in the same week, let alone the same month, as Rockstar\u2019s genre-defining juggernaut. Each delay sparks a curious mix of frustration and celebration, as developers scramble to fill the vacuum left in its wake. That\u2019s before factoring in the impact on booked annual leave and mysteriously timed sick days.<\/p>\n
As for the game itself, Grand Theft Auto 6 looks set to fundamentally reshape the open-world genre yet again, much as GTA V and Red Dead Redemption 2 did before it. Players can expect a meticulously handcrafted version of the fictional state of Leonida, packed with extraordinary micro and macro detail, vastly improved NPC AI, cutting-edge next-gen visuals, and Rockstar\u2019s trademark sharp, satirical storytelling. Add in a dual-protagonist system starring ex-con Lucia and her partner Jason (embarking on a Bonnie and Clyde-style crime spree across a sunshine state that definitely isn\u2019t Florida) and you have something truly special.<\/p>\n
Grand Theft Auto has always been a trailblazer in open-world design and cinematic storytelling, and all signs suggest GTA 6 won\u2019t just be the most anticipated game of 2026 – it has a very real shot at being the game of the decade. Hyperbole? Not in this dojo, my friend.<\/p>\n
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Marking a clear tonal departure from Insomniac Games\u2019 Spider-Man series, Marvel\u2019s Wolverine looks ready to fully embrace the ultraviolence of its comic book roots. And yes, that means an unapologetically brutal video game to match.<\/p>\n
Voiced by Liam McIntyre of Spartacus fame, this gruffer, more feral Logan carves his way through mutant hunters, Sentinels, and even the notoriously vicious Omega Red. Visceral, furious, and visually striking, Marvel\u2019s Wolverine is already shaping up to be the next essential superhero game.<\/p>\n
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<\/h2>\nA wuxia fever dream brought to life, Phantom Blade Zero has impressed at every turn since its announcement in May 2023. This lavish, third-person, combat-focused experience infuses each frame with rapid, acrobatic swordplay reminiscent of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon and House of Flying Daggers.<\/p>\n
The result is a balletic showcase of Chinese martial arts, brutal violence, and haunting mythology that stands apart from almost everything else on the horizon. Phantom Blade Zero is simply unmissable.<\/p>\n
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<\/h2>\nEssentially Resident Evil 9 in all but name, Resident Evil Requiem takes players to the very end of the series timeline as we know it, delivering an experience that truly feels like a game of two halves.<\/p>\n
As FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft, players are thrust into classic survival horror territory, where jump scares are frequent, and evasion is key due to Grace\u2019s limited combat abilities. The other half of the game places players in the blood-soaked boots of returning fan-favourite Leon S. Kennedy, who dispatches enemies with explosive kicks, bone-crunching suplexes, and chainsaw carnage that would make Leatherface proud.<\/p>\n
Beyond its dual-protagonist structure, Resident Evil Requiem also allows players to switch between first- and third-person perspectives, adding a level of customisation not seen before in the series. With a February 2026 release date, this looks set to be an essential experience for both longtime fans and newcomers to survival horror.<\/p>\n
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<\/h2>\nThe sequel to one of the finest indie games of the 2010s – and one of the best deck-building roguelikes ever made – Slay the Spire 2 wisely avoids reinventing the wheel. Instead, it builds upon its already rock-solid foundations with meaningful new twists.<\/p>\n
Alongside returning characters like Ironclad and Silent, two new playable heroes join the roster: The Regent and The Necrobinder, each with distinct mechanics and playstyles. There are more cards, relics, items, and consumables than ever before, as well as new quests and a stronger narrative focus that expands the game\u2019s lore in ways the original only hinted at. Deck-building fans are going to eat very well when Slay the Spire 2 enters PC early access in March 2026.<\/p>\n
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<\/h2>\nA full-fat, full-sugar remake of the original Tomb Raider, arriving thirty years after its debut – and nearly two decades after 2007\u2019s Tomb Raider: Anniversary – Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis is already one of 2026\u2019s most anticipated releases.<\/p>\n
Built in Unreal Engine 5, the game completely reimagines Lara Croft\u2019s first adventure, modernising its puzzles, refining its platforming, and overhauling combat to meet contemporary expectations. Crucially, it aims to strike that elusive balance between honouring the spirit of the original while presenting it in a bold, refreshed form. If successful, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis could be something truly special.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"