2026 is shaping up to be one of the biggest years in gaming history. Not only will it mark the first full year of Nintendo’s next-generation console, the Switch 2, but it will also bring the release of Grand Theft Auto 6, one of the most anticipated entertainment launches of all time.
Alongside Rockstar’s juggernaut, the year is stacked with sequels to major franchises and exciting new IPs spanning console, PC, and mobile. To help you keep track, here’s a complete breakdown of every confirmed and upcoming 2026 video game release — organized by month.
This list will be updated as more titles are announced and as undated games receive official release windows.
January 2026
- The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon (PS5, PS4, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – January 15
- Hermit and Pig (PC) – January 22
- Banquet For Fools (PC) – January 23
- The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin (PS5, PC, iOS, Android) – January 28
- Code Vein 2 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – January 30
February 2026
- Deus Ex Remastered (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC) – February 5
- Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – February 5
- Unemployment Simulator 2018 (PC) – February 5
- Ghost Gunners (PC) – February 6
- My Hero Academia: All’s Justice (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – February 6
- Nioh 3 (PS5) – February 6
- Mewgenics (PC) – February 10
- Mario Tennis Fever (Switch 2) – February 12
- High on Life 2 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – February 13
- Tides of Tomorrow (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – February 24
- Resident Evil: Requiem (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – February 27
March 2026
- Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – March 13
- Crimson Desert (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – March 19
- Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – March 19
- Saros (PS5) – March 20
- Copa City (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC) – March 26
- 007: First Light (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC) – March 27
April 2026
TBD — stay tuned for more announcements as spring lineups develop.
May 2026
- Grand Theft Auto 6 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – May 26
Rockstar’s long-awaited return to Vice City finally arrives. While the PC release date remains unconfirmed, the console version is expected to dominate headlines — and sales charts — throughout
2026.
Beyond May 2026
While many major releases are still undated, 2026’s “to be announced” slate already includes some of the most exciting projects in development:
- Fable (Xbox Series X|S, PC)
- Forza Horizon 6 (Xbox Series X|S, PC)
- Marvel’s Wolverine (PS5)
- Marathon (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
- Lords of the Fallen 2 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
- Subnautica 2 (Early Access, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
- Star Wars: Zero Company (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
- Game of Thrones: War for Westeros (PC)
- John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
- Warhammer 40K: Dawn of War 4 (PC)
- Pragmata (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
- Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Switch 2 Edition (Switch 2)
- Mortal Shell 2 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
- Outward 2 (PC)
- Titan Quest 2 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
And that’s just scratching the surface — hundreds of indie and mid-tier releases are already planned for the year.
Switch 2 and the Next Generation
With Nintendo Switch 2 expected to be fully active throughout 2026, the new hardware will see a wave of exclusive and upgraded titles including Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, and Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Ballabel Park Edition. Expect many more announcements from Nintendo as we move deeper into the year.
2026 at a Glance: The Biggest Confirmed Games
- January: The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon - PS5, Switch 2, PC
- February: Resident Evil: Requiem - PS5, Xbox Series X
- March 007: First Light - PS5, Xbox Series X
- May: Grand Theft Auto 6 - PS5, Xbox Series X
Final Thoughts
Between the debut year of the Switch 2, the long-awaited launch of Grand Theft Auto 6, and an impressive mix of remakes, sequels, and new IPs, 2026 is shaping up to be a landmark year for gaming.
Whether you’re diving into Resident Evil: Requiem, racing through Forza Horizon 6, or exploring the neon streets of Vice City, next year’s lineup has something for every kind of player.
