In 2026, the gaming industry will see multiple significant releases across various platforms, impacting players worldwide. This roundup provides a timeline and details of key anticipated titles.
Major Releases: January to March
- Animal Crossing launches on Switch 2 on 2026-01-15 with an upgrade option and a 3.0 update.
- Highguard by ex-Titanfall/Apex developers releases on 2026-01-26 for consoles and PC.
- The Legend of Heroes entry hits current consoles and PC in January.
- Nioh 3 debuts on consoles and PC on 2026-02-06.
- Resident Evil: Requiem launches on 2026-02-27, alongside Switch 2 versions of Resident Evil 7 and 8.
- March sees a new post-apocalyptic co-op FPS from the World War Z team on 2026-03-12 and Crimson Desert on 2026-03-19.
Notable Releases: April to May
- A Lovecraft-themed thriller arrives on 2026-04-16.
- Capcom's sci-fi shooter launches on 2026-04-24.
- Saros and a new bullet-hell game drop on 2026-04-30.
- LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight and an Arkham-like game hit on 2026-05-29.
Highlights for Autumn 2026
- Riot Games' fighting game to release in September.
- GTA 6 is pegged for a 2026-11-19 release.
- Wolverine and other new Marvel games are expected.
- Tomb Raider remake and a new Forza Horizon set in Japan are anticipated.
Throughout 2026, frequent updates and shifts in release dates are expected as additional projects emerge, including sequels, remakes, and indie titles. Stay tuned for announcements and regular release roundups.
