GTA 6 Delayed to 2026: Top Games to Play in 2025

The inevitable has occurred: the release of GTA 6, originally set for 2025, has been pushed back to May 26, 2026. Despite this delay, 2025 promises to be an exhilarating year for gaming enthusiasts. We've already been treated to remarkable releases such as Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, Blue Prince, and Split Fiction, with many more exciting titles on the way. Whether you're craving another samurai adventure with Ghost of Yotei, seeking co-op chaos in Borderlands 4, or eager for the new console and games from Nintendo, there's plenty to look forward to. Let's dive into what the rest of 2025 has in store for gamers beyond the realm of Grand Theft Auto 6.

What’s next?

With GTA 6 no longer on the immediate horizon, your gaming calendar might have some unexpected openings. Fill them with some of the massive releases coming up. Doom: The Dark Ages will launch on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC on May 15, offering a gothic twist to the beloved shooter series. Not long after, on May 30, Elden Ring Nightreign will captivate Souls fans with its co-op roguelike gameplay, available on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. If you're looking for a faster-paced take on FromSoft's iconic formula, this could become a staple for your multiplayer sessions.

Fast forward to June, and you can prepare for Hideo Kojima's next venture, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, arriving exclusively on PS5 on June 26. Its trailers tease a wild and innovative experience, promising to push boundaries beyond its predecessor's delivery-centric gameplay. Also in June, Dune: Awakening will hit PC on June 10, inviting players to navigate its treacherous landscapes while keeping an eye out for those infamous sandworms and staying hydrated.

Switch 2

With GTA 6 out of the picture, the spotlight shines brightly on the Nintendo Switch 2, set to launch on June 5. Alongside it, Mario Kart World will debut as the console's flagship title. On the same day, you can enjoy enhanced versions of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, boasting improved resolutions and frame rates. The Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour will serve as an engaging tutorial through mini-games, and a slew of third-party titles will be available, including Hogwarts Legacy, Split Fiction, Street Fighter 6, Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut, Cyberpunk 2077, and, of course, Fortnite.

The excitement doesn't stop there. Donkey Kong Bananza will swing onto the Switch 2 on July 17, promising a thrilling 3D platforming experience. Later in the year, anticipate Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Pokemon Legends: Z-A, and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment. And let's not forget Hollow Knight: Silksong, which is finally slated for release across multiple platforms, including the Switch 2.

Big Hitters

As we approach the holiday season, the gaming industry gears up for its annual deluge of major releases. Expect a new Call of Duty and EA Sports FC 26 to hit the shelves around this time.

September will see the launch of two highly anticipated shooters: Borderlands 4 on the 12th and Marathon on the 23rd. Borderlands fans can look forward to even more kooky, violent fun, while Marathon—an extraction shooter from the creators of Destiny—promises to be a game worth watching.

On October 2, PlayStation enthusiasts can dive into Ghost of Yotei, a gripping follow-up to Tsushima that follows a tale of vengeance against a group of shadowy masked samurai. This release should satisfy fans who were left craving more after this year's Assassin’s Creed Shadows.

While specific dates are yet to be confirmed, keep an eye out for other eagerly awaited titles like The Outer Worlds 2 and Crimson Desert, likely to arrive in the final quarter of the year.

2025 Release Timeline

Here's a comprehensive timeline of the major games set to launch in the remaining months of 2025:

• Doom: The Dark Ages - May 15
• Blades of Fire - May 22
• Elden Ring Nightreign - May 30
• F1 25 - May 30
• Mario Kart World - June 5
• The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - June 5
• The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - June 5
• Deltarune: Chapter 3 + 4 - June 5
• Dune: Awakening - June 10
• FBC: Firebreak - June 17
• Death Stranding 2: On the Beach - June 26
• Tamagotchi Plaza - June 27
• EA Sports College Football 26 - July 10
• Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 - July 11
• Donkey Kong Bananza - July 17
• Shadow Labyrinth - July 18
• Wuchang: Fallen Feathers - July 24
• Tales of the Shire: A Lord of the Rings Game - July 29
• Mafia: The Old Country - August 8
• Madden NFL 26 - August 14
• Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater - August 28
• Lost Soul Aside - August 29
• Hell Is Us - September 4
• Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion - September 5
• Terminator 2D: No Fate - September 5
• Borderlands 4 - September 12
• Marathon - September 23
• Ghost of Yotei - October 2
• Directive 8020 - October 2
• Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 - October 2025
• Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment - Winter 2025
• Crimson Desert - Q4 2025
• Pokémon Legends: Z-A - Late 2025
• Little Nightmares 3 - 2025
• Metroid Prime 4: Beyond - 2025
• Kirby Air Ride - 2025
• Dying Light: The Beast - 2025
• Hollow Knight: Silksong - 2025
• Ninja Gaiden 4 - 2025
• The Outer Worlds 2 - 2025
• Cronos: The New Dawn - 2025
• Professor Layton and the New World of Steam - 2025
• Witchbrook - 2025