With summer halfway over, we are both excited and a bit upset about fall. While we aren’t ready to let go of the long days and warm sun, we can’t stop thinking about all the cozy video games we are going to enjoy as the leaves begin to change. But, before we get there, we have one more summer month to enjoy. And what better way to do that than to dive into some of our most anticipated video games coming to a console or PC near you? From longtime beloved franchises to cozy sims and more, we have something for everyone to enjoy.
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Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is a remaster of the original Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater, initially released in 2004 for the PlayStation 2. Developed and published by Konami, this promises to be a 1:1 remaster of the original with overhauled Unreal Engine 5 graphics, 3D audio, and only minor gameplay changes. In this action-adventure stealth game, play as Naked Snake as he infiltrates Soviet territory in an alternate history of the Cold War.
Since this is a faithful but upgraded remaster, this is an excellent way for the next generation of gamers to experience one of the most classic video game franchises ever. Veteran Metal Gear Solid fans can breathe easy as the developers promise to keep the remake as faithful to the original as possible. On a side note, check out the latest video featuring the new cinematic intro, which showcases one of the most spine-tingling video game music tracks of all time.
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater releases on August 28, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
1000 Deaths
Looking for something to lose hours to this August? May we suggest Pariah Interactive Inc.’s 1000 Deaths. This is a single-player 3D platformer that allows the player to bend gravity. It also incorporates a bit of “you choose” gameplay, as everything the player decides can and will vary the outcome of the level, mechanics, and story. It’s an exciting game that will keep players invested through each of the levels, and we can’t wait to see our favorite speedrunners tackle this.
1000 Deaths drops on August 7, 2025, for PC via Steam.
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Mafia: The Old Country
Mafia: The Old Country is an action-adventure game developed by Hangar 13 and published by 2K Games. Although The Old Country is the fourth installment in the Mafia series, it is a prequel to the first game. This gritty mob story is set in the cutthroat underworld of Sicily in the 1900s. Fight for your life as Enzo Favara as you try to prove yourself to the Torrisi crime family in this brutal and unforgiving era. Rich with period-authentic details and cinematic storytelling, Mafia: The Old Country will immerse you in this clandestine world.
Mafia: The Old Country releases on August 8, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
Sword of the Sea
Surf across magnificent waves of sand and glistening waters on an epic quest to restore a lost ocean. From the visionary artist behind ABZÛ, The Pathless, and Journey, Sword of the Sea is an atmospheric surfing adventure with fast movement inspired by classic skateboarding and snowboarding games. Carve your way forward on the ancient and powerful Hoversword, which moves like a snowboard, skateboard, and surfboard all in one. Build momentum to reach top speed and catch big air off the crests of giant waves. Pull off radical flips, spins and easily grab tricks as you shred halfpipes, ramps and wall rides. It’s the perfect balance of exhilarating action and fluid, meditative movement.
The wait is finally over when Sword of the Sea releases for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam on August 19, 2025.
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The House of the Dead 2: Remake
Take a moment to close your eyes with us. Think back to a time when we spent countless hours in our local arcade, breaking dollars for quarters and racing against time to save a city overrun by horror. Who doesn’t love The House of the Dead 2? And it’s back, thanks to MegaPixel Studio and Forever Entertainment. Slip into nostalgia as we take on the role of either Gary or James and shoot your way through mayhem and horror.
The remaster features upgraded graphics and music, while remaining faithful to the original game’s gameplay. There are three game modes: Classic, Boss, and Training. This allows players to play the game exactly how they want to. And of course, no arcade game is complete without a co-op version. So grab a friend and dive in.
The House of the Dead 2 Remake drops on August 7, 2025, for PC via Steam and the Nintendo Switch.
Dying Light: The Beast
Dying Light: The Beast is a survival horror game developed and published by Techland. Kyle Crane returns after being held in captivity and experimented on for 13 years. Crane escapes imprisonment and seeks revenge on those who tortured him for over a decade.
Since the last time we saw our protagonist, it seems he has been battling with something unnatural dwelling deep inside that gives him superhuman powers. He can now run faster and trigger a beast mode that gives him inhuman strength, but at what cost? Control the beast within as you try to survive the zombie apocalypse and seek much-deserved revenge.
Dying Light: The Beast releases on August 21 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
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Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar
The original cozy farm life sim is back and better than ever in Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar. Grow and expand your farm with the power of wind, find the love of your life in all-new voiced scenarios, and help restore the Zephyr Town bazaar to its former glory in this reimagining of the handheld classic. The world is bigger and more alive than ever, thanks to incredible new visuals, new characters, expanded story, and full character voice work in story events—a series first. Take advantage of Zephyr Town’s unique weather by utilizing the wind to make travel and farm tasks a breeze. I have played this franchise since the Harvest Moon days, but this is my most anticipated title to date. I cannot wait to run my own farm stand in this cozy, chibi-style farm sim.
Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar releases for the Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam on August 27, 2025.
Discounty
Isn’t everyone just looking for a new cozy game to get lost in? And Crinkle Cut Games and PQube are here to deliver with Dscounty. The life-sim RPG gives us major Stardew Valley and Animal Crossing vibes as players move to a small town, manage their own discount supermarket and get caught up in the cozy everyday life.
The game takes place in the quirky harbour town of Blomkest. Players will spend their days designing and organizing their shop, expanding their trade deals and bringing hope back to this struggling community. There is so much to explore and enjoy in this little game, so cozy up and dive in.
Discounty releases on August 21, 2025, for PC via Steam, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and the Nintendo Switch.
Shinobi: Art of Vengeance
From the team behind Streets of Rage 4 comes Shinobi: Art of Vengeance. This 2D action platformer developed by Lizardcube and published by SEGA is the first new Shinobi title in 14 years. Play as the legendary head of the Oboro Clan, Joe Musashi, who has dedicated his life to upholding the shinobi clan’s values of peace and respect. However, after a military organization led by the evil Lord Ruse destroys Musashi’s village, the legendary warrior must fight to avenge his people.
Shinobi: Art of Vengeance combines elements from the original games and adds a new focus on fighting. Use a variety of combat tactics to take down enemies, including close-range melee for never-ending combos, kunai for long-range attacks, and much more. Lastly, Art of Vengeance includes more than a dozen new stages featuring a unique hand-drawn art style.
Shinobi: Art of Vengeance releases on August 29, 2025, for the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam.
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