Top 10 Most Anticipated Video Games of 2026

Hideo Kojima returns with the sequel to his divisive 2019 hit, reuniting Norman Reedus as Sam Porter Bridges alongside new characters played by Elle Fanning and Shioli Kutsuna. Launching on PS5 in 2026, it expands the strand-type gameplay with new tools, enemies, and a deeper narrative about connection and isolation.

Hangar 13's prequel to the Mafia series travels back to 1900s Sicily, depicting the origins of organised crime in Italy with a cinematic, story-driven open world. Scheduled for summer 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC, it promises the series' most authentic historical setting yet with full Italian voice acting.

Sucker Punch Productions' follow-up to the acclaimed Ghost of Tsushima is set in 1603 Hokkaido, Japan, starring a new protagonist, Atsu, a female ronin seeking revenge against a group of killers called the Yotei Six. Expected in 2026 exclusively on PS5, it builds on Ghost of Tsushima's 9 million copies sold with a larger open world.

Capcom's Monster Hunter Wilds launched in February 2026 and immediately broke franchise records, selling 8 million copies in its first three days. The living ecosystem world and seamless day-night weather cycles set a new standard for the series, with major title updates and new elder dragons already confirmed for 2026.

Playground Games' reboot of the beloved British RPG series returns to Albion with a brand-new story, a female protagonist, and the series' signature blend of humour, morality choices, and fairy-tale adventure. Releasing in 2026 on Xbox Series X and PC via Game Pass, it is one of Microsoft's most anticipated exclusives in years.

Gearbox Software's fourth mainline entry in the looter-shooter franchise arrives in 2026 with a new planet, four new Vault Hunters, and a villain reported to surpass Handsome Jack in memorability. Early previews highlight a massively expanded skill tree system and a new co-op structure supporting up to 4 players seamlessly.

Team Cherry's long-awaited sequel stars Hornet, daughter of the Pale King, as she fights her way through a new kingdom called Pharloom. One of gaming's most anticipated indie titles ever, Silksong has been in development since 2019 and promises over 150 new enemies, a full musical score, and a vast interconnected world.

Konami's faithful remake of the beloved 2004 PS2 classic brings the jungles of Cold War-era Soviet Russia to life in Unreal Engine 5, with fully re-recorded dialogue and an optional toggle between classic and modern controls. Releasing on PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC in 2026, it marks Metal Gear's long-awaited return to console.

id Software's prequel to Doom (2016) and Doom Eternal sends the Doom Slayer to a medieval-inspired hellscape where demons ride dragons and the player wields a power shield and mechanical flail. Launching in 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC, it is the first Doom game to feature a major single-player campaign alongside multiplayer.

Hideo Kojima returns with the sequel to his divisive 2019 hit, reuniting Norman Reedus as Sam Porter Bridges alongside new characters played by Elle Fanning and Shioli Kutsuna. Launching on PS5 in 2026, it expands the strand-type gameplay with new tools, enemies, and a deeper narrative about connection and isolation.

Hangar 13's prequel to the Mafia series travels back to 1900s Sicily, depicting the origins of organised crime in Italy with a cinematic, story-driven open world. Scheduled for summer 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC, it promises the series' most authentic historical setting yet with full Italian voice acting.

Sucker Punch Productions' follow-up to the acclaimed Ghost of Tsushima is set in 1603 Hokkaido, Japan, starring a new protagonist, Atsu, a female ronin seeking revenge against a group of killers called the Yotei Six. Expected in 2026 exclusively on PS5, it builds on Ghost of Tsushima's 9 million copies sold with a larger open world.

Capcom's Monster Hunter Wilds launched in February 2026 and immediately broke franchise records, selling 8 million copies in its first three days. The living ecosystem world and seamless day-night weather cycles set a new standard for the series, with major title updates and new elder dragons already confirmed for 2026.

Playground Games' reboot of the beloved British RPG series returns to Albion with a brand-new story, a female protagonist, and the series' signature blend of humour, morality choices, and fairy-tale adventure. Releasing in 2026 on Xbox Series X and PC via Game Pass, it is one of Microsoft's most anticipated exclusives in years.

Gearbox Software's fourth mainline entry in the looter-shooter franchise arrives in 2026 with a new planet, four new Vault Hunters, and a villain reported to surpass Handsome Jack in memorability. Early previews highlight a massively expanded skill tree system and a new co-op structure supporting up to 4 players seamlessly.

Team Cherry's long-awaited sequel stars Hornet, daughter of the Pale King, as she fights her way through a new kingdom called Pharloom. One of gaming's most anticipated indie titles ever, Silksong has been in development since 2019 and promises over 150 new enemies, a full musical score, and a vast interconnected world.

Konami's faithful remake of the beloved 2004 PS2 classic brings the jungles of Cold War-era Soviet Russia to life in Unreal Engine 5, with fully re-recorded dialogue and an optional toggle between classic and modern controls. Releasing on PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC in 2026, it marks Metal Gear's long-awaited return to console.

id Software's prequel to Doom (2016) and Doom Eternal sends the Doom Slayer to a medieval-inspired hellscape where demons ride dragons and the player wields a power shield and mechanical flail. Launching in 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC, it is the first Doom game to feature a major single-player campaign alongside multiplayer.