2026: The Year of Epic Gaming Adventures

2026 is set to be a thrilling year for gamers, with a diverse lineup of titles that cater to various tastes. From high-octane action to nostalgic throwbacks, there's something for everyone.

February Kickoff

The year kicks off with Resident Evil Requiem, which promises to deliver a chilling experience with the return of Leon Kennedy. For those craving a different kind of challenge, Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight offers a fun and lighthearted adventure.

High-Speed and Paranormal Adventures

Car enthusiasts will be thrilled with Forza Horizon 6, which takes players on a high-speed tour through a stunning recreation of Japan. Meanwhile, fans of paranormal shooters can look forward to Control Resonant, the sequel to the critically acclaimed Control.

Unique and Iconic Experiences

For a unique twist, Mouse: P. I. for Hire combines classic black-and-white cartoons with boomer shooter gameplay, while 007 First Light brings the iconic James Bond to life in a new gaming experience.

Surprises and Highly Anticipated Titles

Bubsy 4D might surprise some, but it's shaping up to be an exciting addition to the lineup. The Duskbloods, an eight-player online action RPG from FromSoftware, is another highly anticipated title.

Nostalgia and Fresh Takes

Gears of War: E-Day takes players back to the roots of the franchise with a prequel set in the original Xbox 360 trilogy. Star Wars: Galactic Racer offers a fresh take on the beloved sci-fi universe with a racing game.

Open-World and Roguelike Adventures

Marvel's Wolverine is set to deliver an open-world experience that's as fun as it is bloody. Saros, from the creators of Returnal, promises a more forgiving roguelike arcade shooter structure.

Retro Homages and Visually Stunning Experiences

Mina the Hollower, from the Shovel Knight team, blends Castlevania and The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening into a retro homage. Replaced offers a visually stunning experience that's sure to captivate players.

Spooky Twists and Vampire RPGs

Forbidden Solitaire takes a spooky twist on the classic card game, while The Blood of Dawnwalker brings a vampire immersive-sim RPG from ex-Witcher 3 devs. Danganronpa 2x2 offers a remake with a new "what if" scenario.

Competitive Platforms and Fun Tennis

Pokémon Champions integrates Mega Evolution and Z-Moves into a competitive platform, while Mario Tennis Fever brings a fun tennis game to the table. Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis offers a remake of the first Tomb Raider game.

Life Sims and New AAA Franchises

Pokémon Pokopia combines an Animal Crossing-style life sim with a dark, post-apocalyptic setting. Pragmata offers a new AAA franchise from Japan, while Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls brings a 4v4 fighting game with Earth's Mightiest Heroes.

New Stories and Modern Mascot Platformers

Scott Pilgrim EX offers a new beat 'em up with a brand-new story, while Demon Tides delivers a modern-day PS2-style mascot platformer. Nocturne combines a rhythm RPG with science fantasy games of the '90s.

Bigger and Better Sequels

Slay the Spire 2 promises to be bigger and better than the first, while Halo: Campaign Evolved brings a remake of the first Halo to PlayStation 5. Yoshi and the Mysterious Book offers a new adventure for the beloved character.

With so many exciting games on the horizon, 2026 is sure to be a year filled with unforgettable gaming experiences.