GTA 6 Is Delayed to 2026 – Here Are the Awesome Games Coming in 2025 You Can Play Instead

The long-anticipated release of GTA 6 has been officially delayed from its original 2025 schedule to May 26, 2026. Despite this shift, 2025 promises to be an exhilarating year for gaming enthusiasts, with a plethora of remarkable titles already released, including Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, Blue Prince, and Split Fiction. The year is set to continue with an impressive lineup of games across various genres and platforms, ensuring that there's no shortage of thrilling experiences for gamers.

Here's a comprehensive look at what you can expect in the remainder of 2025, without the buzz of "Grand Theft Auto 6."

What's Next?

With the space in your gaming calendar originally reserved for GTA 6 now open, brace yourself for some massive releases. **Doom: The Dark Ages** is set to launch on May 15 for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC, reimagining the iconic shooter with a dark, gothic twist. Following closely, **Elden Ring Nightreign** will hit the shelves on May 30, introducing a co-op roguelike experience that promises to be a new staple for multiplayer gaming nights.

As we move into June, get ready for Hideo Kojima’s next masterpiece, **Death Stranding 2: On the Beach**, exclusively for PS5 on June 26. Known for pushing boundaries, this sequel is expected to exceed the innovative storytelling and gameplay of its predecessor. Meanwhile, on June 10, **Dune: Awakening** will arrive on PC, offering a challenging survival experience set in the treacherous deserts of Arrakis.

Switch 2

The spotlight of 2025 undoubtedly shines on the **Nintendo Switch 2**, launching on June 5. Alongside the new console, **Mario Kart World** will debut, setting the stage for an exciting new era of racing. Also on launch day, enjoy enhanced versions of **The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild** and **Tears of the Kingdom**, optimized for the Switch 2's superior performance.

The **Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour** will introduce players to the new system through engaging mini-games. The platform will also see a strong lineup of third-party titles at launch, including **Hogwarts Legacy**, **Split Fiction**, **Street Fighter 6**, **Yakuza 0 Director's Cut**, **Cyberpunk 2077**, and **Fortnite**.

The excitement continues with **Donkey Kong Bananza** on July 17, promising a delightful 3D platforming adventure. Later releases include **Metroid Prime 4: Beyond**, **Pokémon Legends: Z-A**, and **Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment**, alongside the much-awaited **Hollow Knight: Silksong**.

Big Hitters

As we approach the holiday season, expect a flurry of major releases. Although not yet officially announced, a new **Call of Duty** and **EA Sports FC 26** are anticipated around this time. September will see the launch of **Borderlands 4** on the 12th, promising even more kooky, violent fun with improved gun drops, and **Marathon** on the 23rd, an intriguing extraction shooter from the creators of Destiny.

On October 2, **Ghost of Yotei** will deliver a captivating tale of vengeance set in feudal Japan, offering a thrilling narrative for fans of samurai adventures. Other highly anticipated titles such as **The Outer Worlds 2** and **Crimson Desert** are also expected to release towards the end of the year, ensuring a strong finish to an already stellar gaming calendar.

2025 Release Timeline

Here's a detailed timeline of the biggest games confirmed for 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