Upcoming Games 2026: Complete Release Calendar

Note: This blog was updated in June 2026 to include the latest confirmed release dates, newly announced games, showcase reveals and schedule changes from major gaming events.

The wait never really ends, does it? One reveal leads to another teaser, which turns into a release date you mark on your calendar right away. 2026 is shaping up to be one of those years where the backlog doesn’t stand a chance, and it all starts with knowing what’s actually coming and when.

The upcoming games of 2026 bring together returning franchises and original IPs alike, covering everything from blockbuster releases to smaller, genre-defining projects. Whether you’re tracking massive open-world releases, keeping an eye on indie standouts, or juggling between PC, PlayStation, and Xbox, this calendar is built to help you stay ahead of the drops that matter.

Of course, it’s impossible to talk about 2026 video games without mentioning the elephant in the room. Grand Theft Auto 6 is easily the most anticipated release of the year, and its confirmed window (after its most recent delay) has shaped expectations across the industry, provided the timeline remains unchanged. Around it sits a packed lineup of sequels, reboots, and entirely new worlds, all competing for your time.

Below, you’ll find a complete, month-by-month breakdown of confirmed release dates of 2026 PC and console games, regularly updated as publishers lock things in or shift plans. No fluff, no guesses, just a clear view of what’s landing and when.

Disclaimer: Release dates and platforms listed in this guide are based on current publisher announcements and may change. Game delays, platform updates, and surprise launches are common, so this page will be updated regularly as new information becomes available.

January 2026 Game Releases

January doesn’t ease players into the year; it drops straight into the deep end. The opening month is stacked with indie releases, returning series, and cross-platform launches, making the 2026 game release calendar feel immediately busy rather than gradual. With a heavy mix of PC games, console titles, and early standouts, January sets an aggressive pace for the rest of the games releasing this year. Here are all the upcoming games for PC and other platforms in January 2026.

• DuneCrawl (PC) – 5 January

• Suika Game Planet (Switch 2, Switch) – 5 January

• Terra Invicta (PC) – 5 January

• Bunny Rampage: History of Revenge (PC) – 6 January

• StarRupture (PC, Early Access) – 6 January

• Kejora (PC, Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 8 January

• Past Fate (PC) – 7 January

• Heartopia (PC, iOS, Android) – 7 January

• Blasten!! (PC) – 8 January

• Cozy Caravan (PC, Switch, Apple Arcade) – 8 January

• Ancient Farm (PC) – 8 January

• Pathologic 3 (PC) – 9 January

• Spear (Xbox Series X|S) – 9 January

• Dreadmyst (PC) – 9 January

• Code Violet (PS5) – 10 January

• Gamblers Table (PC) – 11 January

• Quarantine Zone: The Last Check (PC) – 12 January

• Confidential Killings: A Detective Game (PC, Mac) – 12 January

• Big Hops (PS5, Switch, PC) – 12 January

• Hytale (PC, Early Access) – 13 January

• Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights (Switch) – 13 January

• Streetdog BMX (PC) – 14 January

• Cassette Boy (PC, Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S) – 15 January

• Craftlings (PC) – 15 January

• Philna Fantasy (PC) – 15 January

• Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (Switch 2) – 15 January

• The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon (PS5, PS4, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – 15 January

• BrokenLore: Unfollow (PS5, PC, Xbox Series X|S) – 16 January

• Ghetto Zombies Graffiti Squad (PC) – 16 January

• Carnedge (PC) – 19 January

• Duet Night Abyss (PC) – 19 January

• Earth of Oryn (PC) – 19 January

• MIO: Memories in Orbit (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – 20 January

• Halcyon Days at Taoyuan (PC) – 20 January

• Blightstone (PC) – 20 January

• Eldegarde (PC) – 21 January

• Gooey (PC) – 21 January

• TR-49 (PC, iOS) – 21 January

• LORT (PC) – 21 January

• Arknights: Endfield (PS5, PC, iOS, Android) – 22 January

• Hermit and Pig (PC, MAC) – 22 January

• Bladesong (PC) – 22 January

• Dwarves: Glory, Death and Loot (PC) – 22 January

• SEGA Football Club Champions (PC, PS4, PS5, iOS, Android) – 22 January

• Banquet for Fools (PC) – 23 January

• Escape from Ever After (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC) – 23 January

• The Fortress (PC) – 23 January

• Highguard (PS5, PC, Xbox Series X|S) – 26 January

• R.I.P.: Reincarnation Insurance Program (PC) – 26 January

• Conquest Tactics (PC) – 27 January

• Earth Must Die (PC) – 27 January

• Rightfully, Beary Arms (Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 27 January

• Underground Garage (PC) – 27 January

• Echoes of Elysium (PC) – 27 January

• Task Force Admiral (PC) – 27 January

• Lanesplit (PC) – 28 January

• Steel Century Groove (PC) – 28 January

• Cairn (PS5, PC) – 29 January

• Dark Auction (PS5, Switch, PC) – 29 January

• I Hate This Place (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC) – 29 January

• Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator (PC) – 29 January

• Ufophilia (PS5, PC) – 29 January

• The Perfect Pencil (Switch, PC) – 29 January

• Don’t Stop, Girlypop! (PC) – 29 January

• The Midnight Walkers (PC) – 29 January

• Code Vein II (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 30 January

• Folklore Hunter (PC; PS5, Xbox Series X|S and Switch later in 2026) – 30 January

• My Tiny Garden (PC) – 30 January

• Vampires: Bloodlord Rising (PC, Early Access) – 30 January

February 2026 Game Release Calendar

February doesn’t slow things down at all. The February 2026 game releases mark the point where the year’s biggest franchises start landing, giving upcoming games of 2026 real shape across PC and console platforms. With several announcements and updates also coming through the State of Play February 2026 showcase, the month feels especially packed for players following new releases. From RPGs and fighters to horror and simulation titles, this month is dense with variety and momentum. Below is the list of game release dates for February, covering PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, and Switch 2.

• Dragon Quest VII Reimagined (PC, Switch, Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 5 February

• Hollow Knight: Switch 2 Edition (Switch 2) – 5 February

• Super Bomberman Collection (PC, Switch, Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 5 February

• My Hero Academia: All’s Justice (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 6 February

• Nioh 3 (PC, PS5) – 6 February

• PGA Tour 2K25 (Switch 2) – 6 February

• Mewgenics (PC) – 10 February

• Romeo Is a Dead Man (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 11 February

• Tokyo Scramble (Switch 2) – 11 February

• Starsand Island (PC, Xbox Series X|S, Early Access / Game Preview) – 11 February

• God of War: Sons of Sparta (PS5) – 12 February

• BlazBlue Entropy Effect X (Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 12 February

• Cash Cleaner Simulator (PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 12 February

• ChromaGun 2: Dye Hard (PC, Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 12 February

• Hakuoki SSL: Sweet School Life (Switch) – 12 February

• Mario Tennis Fever (Switch 2) – 12 February

• Ride 6 (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 12 February

• Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties (PC, Switch 2, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 12 February

• Heart of the Forest (PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch, iOS, Android) – 12 February

• High On Life 2 (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 13 February

• Reanimal (PC, Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 13 February

• Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma (PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 13 February

• Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC) – 13 February

• Astrobotanica (PC, Early Access) – 16 February

• Calamity Angels: Special Delivery (Switch, PS4, PS5) – 17 February

• Avowed (PS5) – 17 February

• Strange Brew (PC) – 18 February

• Poppy Playtime: Chapter 5 – Broken Things (PC) – 18 February

• Weeny Wise (PC) – 18 February

• Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown (PC, Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 18 February

• Paranormasight: The Mermaid’s Curse (PC, Switch, iOS, Android) – 19 February

• Death Howl (Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 19 February

• Death Match Love Comedy! (PC, Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox, Xbox Series X|S) – 19 February

• Demon Tides (PC) – 19 February

• Neva: Prologue (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – 19 February

• Showgunners (PS4, PS5, Xbox, Xbox Series X|S) – 19 February

• Styx: Blades of Greed (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 19 February

• WiZmans World Re;Try (PC, Switch, PS4, PS5) – 19 February

• Ys X: Proud Nordics (PC, Switch 2, PS5) – 20 February

• Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition (Switch 2) – 24 February

• City Hunter (PC, Switch, Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 26 February

• Maid Cafe on Electric Street (Switch) – 26 February

• No Sleep for Kaname Date – From AI: The Somnium Files (PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 26 February

• Path of Mystery: A Brush with Death (Switch) – 26 February

• Raiden Fighters Remix Collection (Switch, PS4, PS5) – 26 February

• Tokyo Xtreme Racer (PS5) – 26 February

• Resident Evil 7: Biohazard – Gold Edition (Switch 2) – 27 February

• Resident Evil Requiem (PC, Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 27 February

• Resident Evil Village – Gold Edition (Switch 2) – 27 February

• Tales of Berseria Remastered (PC, Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 27 February

Games Release Schedule – March 2026

March is one of the busiest months when it comes to the upcoming games of 2026, with the Xbox Partner Preview adding even more momentum to the month’s packed console and PC release schedule. With major franchises, long-awaited sequels, remasters, and experimental releases landing almost daily, March is where the release schedule starts demanding real commitment from players.

Across PC and console platforms, the March 2026 games include some of the most varied releases of the year so far, spanning RPGs, action titles, sports games, and narrative-driven experiences. The following games are expected to be released in March 2026, including upcoming games for PlayStation and Xbox.

• World of Warcraft: Midnight (PC, Mac) – 2 March

• Gnaughty Gnomes (PC) – 3 March

• Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered (PS5, PS4) – 3 March

• Scott Pilgrim EX (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, Switch 2, PC) – 3 March

• The Legend of Khiimori (PC) – 3 March

• Homura Hime (PC) – 4 March

• Marathon (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 5 March

• Never Grave: The Witch and the Curse (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – 5 March

• Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – 5 March

• Pokémon Pokopia (Switch 2) – 5 March

• Poker Night at the Inventory (Remaster) (PS4, Switch, PC) – 5 March

• Sushi Cat – Tower Defense (PC, Switch) – 5 March

• Timberborn (PC) – 5 March

• Lost and Found Co. (PC) – 6 March

• Mirage 7 (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC) – 6 March

• Sumerian Six (PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 6 March

• Mr. Sleepy Man (PC) – 10 March

• Ghost of Yōtei Legends (PS5) – 10 March

• 1348 Ex Voto (PS5, PC) – 12 March

• Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – 12 March

• GreedFall II: The Dying World (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 12 March

• John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 12 March

• Rhell: Warped Worlds & Troubled Times (PC) – 12 March

• Solasta II (PC, Early Access) – 12 March

• Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – 13 March

• WWE 2K26 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – 13 March

• Altiros (PC) – 15 March

• The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin (PS5, PC) – 16 March

• MLB The Show 26 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch) – 17 March

• Snoopy & The Great Mystery Club (Switch 2) – 17 March

• Xploit.zero (Quest 3) – 17 March

• Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun (Switch 2) – 18 March

• Crimson Desert (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 19 March

• Psyvariar 3 (PC, Switch, Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 19 March

• Rushing Beat X: Return of Brawl Brothers (PC, Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 19 March

• Virtual Ties: Isekaijoucho Musou Kyoku (PC, Switch, PS4) – 19 March

• Ghost Master: Resurrection (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC) – 20 March

• Rubato (PS5, Switch, PC) – 20 March

• Coffee Talk (iOS, Android) – 20 March

• Disney Dreamlight Valley (Switch 2) – 25 March

• Ariana and the Elder Codex (PS5, PS4, Switch) – 24 March

• Damon and Baby (PS5, PS4, Switch, PC) – 26 March

• Etrange Overlord (PC, Switch, PS4, PS5) – 26 March

• Life is Strange: Reunion (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 26 March

• New Super Lucky’s Tale (PS5) – 26 March

• Neopets: Mega Mini Games Collection (PC, Switch, PS5) – 26 March

• Nutmeg! (PC) – 26 March

• Otome Daoshi: Fighting for Love (Switch) – 26 March

• Screamer (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 26 March

• Super Mario Bros. Wonder (Switch 2) – 26 March

• Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage (Switch 2) – 26 March

• Nova Roma (PC, Early Access) – 26 March

• Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – 27 March

• Hozy (PC, Mac) – 30 March

• Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together (PC) – 31 March

• Super Meat Boy 3D (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Xbox Cloud) – 31 March

April 2026 Titles to Watch Out

April shifts the pace slightly, trading March’s sheer volume for a more curated run of releases that lean into variety. From experimental indies to heavyweight franchises and long-awaited sequels, the 2026 April game releases help balance out the flow of upcoming titles in 2026 as spring settles in. Below is the list of upcoming games for PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, and Switch 2 in the month of April 2026.

• Goat Simulator 3 (Switch 2) – 1 April

• I Am Jesus Christ (PC) – 2 April

• ChainStaff (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – 8 April

• Tiny Bookshop (PS5, Switch 2) – 10 April

• Before I Go (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – 13 April

• Dosa Divas: One Last Meal (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – 14 April

• Replaced (Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 14 April

• Hades II (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Xbox Cloud) – 14 April

• ShantyTown (PC) – 16 April

• Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream (Switch, Switch 2) – 16 April

• Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 16 April

• Mouse: P.I. For Hire (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) - 16 April

• Clockwork Ambrosia (PC) – 22 April

• Masters of Albion (PC) – 22 April

• Tides of Tomorrow (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 22 April

• Kingdom’s Return: Time-Eating Fruit and the Ancient Monster (PC, Switch, Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 23 April

• Pragmata (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – 24 April

• Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC) – 28 April

• Invincible VS (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 30 April

• Saros (PS5) – 30 April

Games Releasing in May 2026

May leans heavily into bigger names and broader appeal, bringing together blockbuster franchises, long-running series, and a few slower-burn favourites. With racing, RPGs, life sims, and action titles sharing space, the May 2026 releases add real weight to the wider 2026 calendar without overwhelming it. Here are all the games expected to release in May 2026 for PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, and Switch 2.

• Indiana Jones and the Great Circle (Switch 2) – 12 May

• Corsairs – Battle of the Caribbean (PC) – 18 May

• Forza Horizon 6 (PC, Xbox Series X|S; PS5 later in 2026) – 19 May

• Coffee Talk Tokyo (PC, Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 21 May

• Bubsy 4D (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – 22 May

• LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Nintendo Switch 2 on September 18, 2026) – 22 May

• Tales of Arise – Beyond the Dawn Edition (Switch 2) – 22 May

• Paralives (PC, Early Access) – 25 May

• Birushana: Winds of Fate (Switch) – 26 May

• Stonemachia (PC) – 26 May

• World of Magic: Rise of Magic (PC) – 26 May

• 007 First Light (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC; Switch 2 later in summer 2026) – 27 May

Games Dropping in June 2026

June is where the 2026 games calendar really starts to widen, with a strong mix of console ports, remakes, Early Access launches, DLC, mobile releases and major platform updates. The month also gains extra momentum from the Xbox Games Showcase and June’s State of Play. With releases landing across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, Switch 2, iOS and Android, June gives players plenty to follow across almost every major platform. Here are all the games coming out in June 2026.

• Among The Sleep (iOS, Android) – 2 June

• Fatekeeper (PC, Early Access) – 2 June

• OddFauna: Secret of the TerraBeast (PC, Early Access) – 2 June

• Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC via Xbox app) – 3 June

• Blue Fire (Android) – 4 June

• eFootball Kick-Off! (Switch 2) – 4 June

• River City Saga: Journey to the West (PS5, Switch, PC) – 4 June

• Swan Song (PC) – 4 June

• The 7th Guest Remake (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 4 June

• Tour de France 2026 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 4 June

• House Flipper Remastered Collection (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 4 June

• Gothic 1 Remake (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 5 June

• Hollowbody (PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 5 June

• Momento (PC) – 6 June

• 2 Fights 2 Tight Spaces (PC, Early Access) – 7 June

• Where Winds Meet (Xbox Series X|S) – 7 June

• Terrinoth: Heroes of Descent (PC) – 7 June

• Exo Rally Championship (PC) – 7 June

• Solarpunk (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – 8 June

• Killer Bean (PC, Early Access) – 8 June

• Puni the Florist (PC) – 8 June

• Arms of God (PC) – 8 June

• Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land (Switch 2) – 9 June

• Bellwright (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Early Access) – 9 June

• NBA The Run (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 9 June

• Rise of the Tomb Raider (Switch 2) – 9 June

• SnowRunner (Switch 2) – 9 June

• Voidling Bound (PC) – 9 June

• Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition (Switch 2) – 9 June

• 33 Immortals (Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 10 June

• Crushed In Time (PC) – 10 June

• WitchSpire (PC, Early Access) – 10 June

• Burglin' Gnomes (PC) – 10 June

• Beastro (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 11 June

• Frog Sqwad (Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 11 June

• Lost Castle 2 (PC) – 11 June

• SpaceCraft (PC, Early Access) – 11 June

• Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC, Early Access) – 11 June

• Tales of Seikyu (PC) – 11 June

• Tabletop Tavern (PC) – 11 June

• To a T (Switch 2) – 11 June

• Unrailed 2: Back on Track (PS5, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – 11 June

• Mole (PC) – 15 June

• Barbie: Horse Ride & Rescue (iOS, Android) – 16 June

• Copa City (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 16 June

• City Car Driving 2.0 (PC, Early Access) – 16 June

• Zenless Zone Zero (PC via Steam) – 16 June

• And Roger (Switch 2, iOS, Android) – 17 June

• Pokémon Champions (iOS, Android) – 17 June

• goblinAmerica (PC, Early Access) – 17 June

• #Drive Rally (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch) – 18 June

• Dave the Diver: In the Jungle DLC (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – 18 June

• Observer: System Redux (Switch 2) – 18 June

• R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PS4, Switch, PC) – 18 June

• The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – 18 June

• EA Sports UFC 6 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 19 June

• Maseylia: Echoes of the Past (PC) – 19 June

• Thank You For Your Application (PC) – 19 June

• Dark Scrolls (Switch, PC) – 22 June

• Sand: Raiders of Sophie (PC, Early Access) – 22 June

• The Drifter (Switch 2, Switch) – 22 June

• Deer & Boy (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC) – 23 June

• Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition (Switch 2) – 23 June

• Dimhaven – The Lost Source (PC) – 23 June

• Wanderstop (Switch 2, Switch) – 23 June

• Deltarune Chapter 5 (PS5, PS4, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – 24 June

• Empulse (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Early Access) – 24 June

• Guild Wars Reforged (iOS, Android) – 24 June

• Abyssus (PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 25 June

• Citizen Sleeper (Switch 2) – 25 June

• Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector (Switch 2) – 25 June

• Dead or Alive 6 Last Round (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 25 June

• Dorfromantik (Mac) – 25 June

• Star Fox (Switch 2) – 25 June

• Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – 30 June

• RV There Yet? (Xbox Series X|S) – 30 June

Games Coming Out in July 2026

Summer picks up momentum in July with a steady stream of new releases arriving throughout the month. From long-running series and competitive sports titles to indie projects, RPGs and platform exclusives, the schedule covers a broad range of genres without being dominated by any single trend. Whether you're playing on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch or Switch 2, there are plenty of notable launches to keep an eye on. Below, you'll find the complete list of video games scheduled for release in July 2026.

• Rhythm Heaven Groove (Switch) – 2 July

• Peace Island (PC, Early Access; Act 1 content update – Act 2 planned for 4 February 2027) – 4 July

• Moonlight Peaks (Switch 2, Switch, PC, Android) – 7 July

• DOOM: The Dark Ages | Revelations (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Battle.net) – 7 July

• Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 9 July

• Backyard Baseball (PC, Mac, modern consoles) – 9 July

• College Football 27 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 9 July

• Granblue Fantasy Relink: Endless Ragnarok (PS5, PS4, Switch 2, PC) – 9 July

• Digimon Story: Time Stranger (Switch 2, Switch) – 10 July

• Echoes of Aincrad (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 10 July

• Palworld (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC) – 10 July

• Ascend to Zero (Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC) – 13 July

• D-topia (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – 14 July

• MineGeon: Renegades (PC) – 14 July

• Denshattack! (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – 15 July

• 70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC) – 16 July

• Culdcept Begins (Switch 2, Switch, PC) – 16 July

• Heave Ho 2 (Switch 2, Switch, PC) – 16 July

• The Mermaid Mask (PS5, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – 16 July

• Dewdrop Dynasty (PC) – 21 July

• Lifted (PC) – 22 July

• Avatar Legends (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 23 July

• Gurei (PS5, Switch, PC) – 23 July

• High Times – Dating/Cooking Sim (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC) – 23 July

• Splatoon Raiders (Switch 2) – 23 July

• Tormentum 2 (PC) – 23 July

• Halo: Campaign Evolved (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 28 July

• Mistfall Hunter (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 29 July

• Truck-kun Is Supporting Me From Another World?! (Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 29 July

• Truxton Extreme (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – 30 July

• Corsair Cove (PC) – 31 July

August 2026 Games Rollout

August turns the late-summer part of the 2026 game release calendar into a proper release window. The month brings a strong mix of action RPGs, fighting games, sports titles, horror, strategy, cosy adventures and indie releases across PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch and Switch 2. Here is a complete list of games releasing in August 2026.

• Anomaly President (PC, Early Access) – 3 August

• Beast of Reincarnation (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 4 August

• Big Walk (PC, Mac, PS5, Switch 2) – 4 August

• Fields of Mistria (PC, 1.0 release) – 5 August

• Lies of P: Complete Edition (Switch 2) – 6 August

• Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls (PS5, PC) – 6 August

• Montabi (PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One) – 6 August

• Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns (PS5, PC) – 13 August

• Duskfade (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – 13 August

• Hell Let Loose: Vietnam (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 13 August

• Madden NFL 27 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – 13 August

• Memoirium (PC) – 13 August

• Rivage (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 13 August

• Wild Blue Skies (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 13 August

• Grave Seasons (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC) – 14 August

• The Sinking City 2 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 18 August

• Entropy (PC, Early Access) – 18 August

• REKA (PC) – 18 August

• Brigandine: Abyss (PC) – 26 August, (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2) – 27 August

• Aggelos 2 (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – 27 August

• Kalanoro (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC) – 27 August

• Lou’s Lagoon (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC) – 27 August

• Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – 27 August

• Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 27 August

• Star Wars: Zero Company (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 27 August

• Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC) – 28 August

• Elden Ring Tarnished Edition (Switch 2) – 28 August

September 2026 Games

September brings one of the stronger late-year stretches in the 2026 game release calendar, with horror, action RPGs, strategy games, superhero action and big franchise returns all landing close together. Let’s explore the major games releasing in September 2026.

• Orbitals (Switch 2) – 3 September

• The Blood of Dawnwalker (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 3 September

• WheelMates (PC) – 7 September

• Halloween: The Game (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 8 September

• Valheim (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch 2, PC) – 9 September

• Screenbound (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 10 September

• Marvel’s Wolverine (PS5) – 15 September

• RuneScape: Dragonwilds (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – 15 September

• Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave (Switch 2) – 17 September

• Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter (PS5, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – 17 September

• Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV (PC) – 17 September

• Paperhead (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 18 September

• Dune: Awakening (PS5) – 22 September

• Control Resonant (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 24 September

• Harvest Moon: Echoes of Teradea (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – 24 September

• Hot Wheels: Infinite Rush (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – 24 September

• Nocturne (PC) – 24 September

• Silent Hill: Townfall (PS5, PC) – 24 September

• Onimusha: Way of the Sword (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – 25 September

• Minecraft Dungeons 2 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – 29 September

October 2026 Game Releases

October 2026 games carry on the momentum and bring together blockbuster franchises, returning classics, ambitious RPGs and highly anticipated new adventures. The month also features notable remasters, platform exclusives and long-awaited releases such as Phantom Blade Zero. Explore the full October 2026 games lineup below.

• Dynasty Warriors 3 Complete Edition Remastered (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – 1 October

• End of Abyss (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 1 October

• Rayman Legends Retold (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – 1 October

• Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 2 October

• Gears of War: E-Day (Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 6 October

• Star Wars: Galactic Racer (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 6 October

• Calx (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC) – 8 October

• Forever Ago (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – 8 October

• Kingdom Hearts 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2) – 8 October

• Kingdom Hearts Collection I-III (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2) – 8 October

• Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 Remix (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2) – 8 October

• Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2) – 8 October

• Silver Pines (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC) – 8 October

• Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – 9 October

• Planet Zoo 2 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 13 October

• Valor Mortis (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – 13 October

• Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC) – 15 October

• Toy Story 3 Complete Edition (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – 15 October

• Toy Story: Retro Roundup! (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – 15 October

• Tales of Eternia Remastered (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, Switch 2, PC) – 16 October

• Sound System (PC, Early Access) – 16 October

• Tenebris Somnia (PC) – 16 October

• Cotton Reboot! (PS5, Switch 2) – 22 October

• Final Fantasy Resonance (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – 22 October

• Nintendo Switch Sports Resort (Switch 2) – 22 October

• Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – 23 October

• One Piece: Grand Gourmet (Switch 2, Switch, PC, iOS, Android) – 23 October

• Anomalith (PS5, Switch 2, PC) – 29 October

• Hello Kitty Party Land (Switch 2, Switch) – 29 October

• Phantom Blade Zero (PS5, PC) – 29 October

November 2026 – The Biggest Game Release of the Year

November’s game list is defined by a single, industry-shaping release. After years of anticipation and multiple delays, Grand Theft Auto 6 finally lands, setting the tone not just for the month but for the entire 2026 games calendar. With so much attention centred on one title, November feels less like a crowded release window and more like a global launch event. The discussion around GTA 6 gameplay features & mechanics has already started as players are getting ready for the biggest game of the decade. Other than GTA 6, there are three more entries for November 2026 that deserve to be mentioned.

• Godzilla: Destroy All Monsters Melee Remastered (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – 3 November

• Wielders of the Essence (PC) – 5 November

• Barbie Rewind (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – 12 November

• Grand Theft Auto 6 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – 19 November

Game Releases in December 2026

December 2026 currently has only one confirmed game release scheduled. As with previous months, this section will be updated if any late announcements or surprise launches are added closer to the end of the year.

• Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – 3 December

2026 Games with No Confirmed Release Date

Not every game releasing in 2026 has locked in a date yet, and that’s especially true for some of the most talked-about upcoming projects. Below are some of the most famous Switch 2, PS, Xbox and PC games expected to come out in 2026 without a confirmed release date.

• Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)

• Lords of the Fallen 2 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)

• Mortal Shell 2 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)

• Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)

• Squadron 42 (PC)

• Titan Quest 2 1.0 Version (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) — Early Access version already released on PC

• SacriFire (PC)

• Hela (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC)

• Witchbrook (Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, Switch, PC)

• Game of Thrones: War for Westeros (PC)

• Mudang: Two Hearts (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)

• Professor Layton and the New World of Steam (Switch 2, Switch, PS5, PC)

• Danganronpa 2x2 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, Switch, PC)

• Edge of Memories (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)

• Chronoscript: The Endless End (PS5, PC)

• At Fate’s End (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)

• The Duskbloods (Switch 2)

• Witchfire (PC) — Early Access version already released on PC

• Pax Autocratica (PC) — Q3 2026 window, no exact date

• 007 First Light (Switch 2) — PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC already released on 27 May 2026

• Rootbound (PC)

• The Explorator (PC) — Early Access version already released on PC

• Into the Fire (PC) — Early Access planned for 2026

• Aniimo (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, iOS, Android)

• Blackfrost: The Long Dark 2 (PC) — Early Access planned for 2026

• Thick as Thieves (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)

• Toem 2 (PS5, Switch, PC)

• Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) — Early Access version already released on PC

• Crimson Moon (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)

• Kena: Scars of Kosmora (PS5, PC)

• 4: LOOP (PS5, PC)

• John Wick Game (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)

• Project Windless (PS5)

• Rev. NOiR (PS5)

• God of War Greek Trilogy Remake (platforms TBC)

• Wuthering Waves (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Xbox Cloud)

• Dispatch (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Xbox Cloud) – Summer 2026

• Bluey’s Happy Snaps (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox on PC, Xbox Cloud) – Fall 2026

• The Eternal Life of Goldman (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Xbox Cloud)

• Serious Sam: Shatterverse (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Xbox Cloud)

• S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope DLC (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Xbox Cloud) – Summer 2026

• Vaunted (Xbox on PC) – Later in 2026

• No Rest for the Wicked (PS5)

Final Thoughts

2026 is shaping up to be a year that rewards patience. Between packed release months, quieter stretches, and a handful of massive launches anchoring the calendar, there’s plenty for players to look forward to across every platform. Whether you’re planning your backlog or waiting on long-delayed favourites, keeping an eye on how the upcoming games of 2026 continue to take shape will make the year far easier to navigate.

For many players, that planning also extends beyond release dates. Big launches often spark upgrades, whether that means rethinking current setups, checking performance expectations, or making sure that their gaming laptops, desktops, or consoles are ready to handle what’s coming next. With more visually demanding titles on the horizon, attention naturally shifts to gaming monitors for smoother experiences and gaming GPUs capable of keeping pace as the year unfolds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is GTA 6 really coming out in November 2026?

Yes, Grand Theft Auto 6 is currently scheduled for November 2026, with Rockstar confirming the release window for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.

Will more games be added to the 2026 release calendar?

Absolutely. Many titles listed without dates are expected to receive confirmed release windows, and new announcements are likely throughout the year.

Why do some 2026 games not have release dates yet?

Large projects often avoid locking dates early due to development timelines, certification, or to avoid clashing with major releases like GTA 6.

Which platforms are most supported in 2026 releases?

PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2 dominate the 2026 lineup, with many games launching across multiple platforms.

How often do game release dates change?

Release dates can shift at any time, especially for big-budget titles. Delays are common and usually announced closer to launch.

Are Switch 2 games a big part of 2026?

Yes, Switch 2 support is widespread across 2026, including first-party titles, major third-party releases, and enhanced editions.