2026 Video Game Release Schedule – Every Upcoming Game This Year
The year 2026 is shaping up to be one of the biggest years in gaming history. With the launch of Nintendo Switch 2, major franchise sequels, and highly anticipated titles such as Grand Theft Auto 6, gamers across PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and Nintendo platforms have a massive lineup of releases to look forward to.
Publishers are preparing a huge wave of titles ranging from AAA blockbusters to indie innovations. Many popular franchises are returning with new installments, while completely new IPs are also entering the spotlight.
This guide covers the complete 2026 video game release schedule, organized month by month so you can easily track what games are coming and when they will release.
Major Highlights of 2026
Several blockbuster titles are expected to dominate the gaming industry this year.
- Grand Theft Auto 6
- Marvel's Wolverine
- Resident Evil Requiem
- Death Stranding 2
- Forza Horizon 6
- Monster Hunter Stories 3
- Crimson Desert
- Pokemon Pokopia
These games alone are expected to drive massive player engagement and global attention throughout the year.
January 2026 Game Releases
- Heartopia – January 7
- Blasten!! – January 8
- Cozy Caravan – January 8
- Pathologic 3 – January 9
- Spear – January 9
- Quarantine Zone: The Last Check – January 12
- Streetdog BMX – January 14
- Cassette Boy – January 15
- The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon – January 15
- Brokenlore: Unfollow – January 16
- Duet Night Abyss – January 19
- MIO: Memories In Orbit – January 20
- Arknights: Endfield – January 22
- Escape The Ever After – January 23
- The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin – January 28
- Code Vein 2 – January 30
January typically starts the year with a mix of indie games and mid-sized releases, but Code Vein 2 and The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin are two major titles drawing attention early in the year.
February 2026 Game Releases
- Dragon Quest VII Reimagined – February 5
- Super Bomberman Collection – February 5
- My Hero Academia: All's Justice – February 6
- Nioh 3 – February 6
- BlazBlue Entropy Effect X – February 12
- God of War: Sons of Sparta – February 12
- Ride 6 – February 12
- High On Life 2 – February 13
- Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition – February 13
- Reanimal – February 13
- Ys X: Proud Nordics – February 20
- Resident Evil Requiem – February 27
February becomes significantly stronger with major releases including Nioh 3, High On Life 2, and the highly anticipated Resident Evil Requiem.
March 2026 Game Releases
- World of Warcraft: Midnight – March 2
- Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered – March 3
- Marathon – March 5
- Planet of Lana II – March 5
- Pokemon Pokopia – March 5
- Slay the Spire 2 – March 5
- Fatal Frame II Remake – March 12
- Monster Hunter Stories 3 – March 13
- WWE 2K26 – March 13
- Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War – March 16
- Crimson Desert – March 19
- Death Stranding 2 – March 19
- Life is Strange: Reunion – March 26
March may be one of the strongest months of the year thanks to major releases including Death Stranding 2, Crimson Desert, and Pokemon Pokopia.
April 2026 Game Releases
- Darwin's Paradox – April 2
- Replaced – April 14
- Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream – April 16
- Pragmata – April 17
- Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes – April 23
- Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred – April 28
- Invincible Vs – April 30
April features a strong mix of RPG, action, and VR titles including Pragmata and the new Diablo expansion.
May 2026 Game Releases
- Forza Horizon 6 – May 19
- Yoshi and the Mysterious Book – May 21
- 007 First Light – May 27
- Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight – May 29
Racing fans are especially excited for Forza Horizon 6, which is expected to deliver a new open-world driving experience.
Summer 2026 Releases
June
- Gothic 1 Remake – June 5
- The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales – June 18
- Dead or Alive 6 Last Round – June 25
July
- Granblue Fantasy Relink: Endless Ragnarok – July 9
- Echoes of Aincrad – July 10
August
- Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls – August 6
- Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 – August 27
Fall 2026 Releases
- Phantom Blade Zero – September 9
- Marvel's Wolverine – September 15
Marvel’s Wolverine is expected to be one of PlayStation’s biggest exclusives of the generation.
November 2026
- Grand Theft Auto 6 – November 19
Without question, Grand Theft Auto 6 will likely become the most important gaming release of the decade.
Industry analysts predict record-breaking sales and player numbers when the game launches.
Undated 2026 Games
Many upcoming games are still scheduled for 2026 but do not yet have exact release dates.
- Fable
- Mortal Shell 2
- Lords of the Fallen 2
- Subnautica 2
- Titan Quest 2
- Control Resonant
- Silent Hill Townfall
- Star Wars Zero Company
- Onimusha Way of the Sword
- Outward 2
Final Thoughts
The gaming industry in 2026 is entering one of its most exciting periods yet. New hardware like the Switch 2, powerful modern consoles, and rapidly advancing PC hardware are allowing developers to create larger and more immersive experiences than ever before.
With blockbuster releases such as Grand Theft Auto 6, Marvel's Wolverine, Death Stranding 2, and Crimson Desert, the year promises unforgettable gaming moments.
As more announcements arrive throughout the year, this release schedule will continue evolving.