Hence, if you have been bored lately and wondering whether there are any interesting new launches awaiting to fill up your PS5 or Xbox Series X, here you go.
GTA 6 is all the hype in the world of video games at the moment. Ever since the second trailer was released, fans have been struggling to get a hold on excitement. While a launch date of May 2026 has made the wait unbearable, the video game industry has some mega releases planned for the remaining months of 2025 and the whole of 2026.
Sony’s Insomniac Games is experimenting with another Marvel Comics character after the runaway success of the Spider-Man franchise. Wolverine will expand the Marvel video game universe and if things go right, the world is hoping for Wolverine to join hands with Spider-Man in a future installment. Or Deadpool. Who wouldn’t want that!
Ghost of Yōtei is another major blockbuster to succeed the highly successful Ghost of Tsushima, promising another visually stunning samurai epic. The Mafia franchise is also coming back with another action thriller this summer, reviving the iconic crime-based gameplay.
Hence, if you have been bored lately and wondering whether there are any interesting new launches awaiting to fill up your PS5 or Xbox Series X, here you go.
GTA 6
Launching on: May 26, 2026
GTA 6 is easily the world’s most anticipated video game since GTA 5 came out 13 years ago. With two trailers detailing the graphics fidelity as well as the plot, GTA 6 will feature the franchise’s first female protagonist alongside a secondary male protagonist. The game will take players back to a reimagine Vice City, which is now a part of Leonida County – a fictional take on Florida. Other than cinematic missions and an incredibly alive world with lots of tiny details to enjoy, GTA 6 is expected to break all records upon its release in 2026. The game will be released on PS5, PS5 Pro and Xbox Series X/S.
Mafia: The Old Country
Launching on: August 8, 2025
For those awaiting a new Mafia title since 2020’s Mafia: The Definitive Edition, Mafia: The Old Country will revive the franchise by taking players back into the old world of crime. The game, which is launching on August 8, 2025, will be released on PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC. In a major departure from the series’ focus on organised crime in America, players will be transported players to early 20th-century Sicily, exploring the origins of the infamous organised crime syndicates. The developers have promised a gritty and authentic experience, with a full Sicilian voice dub available to enhance immersion.
Ghost of Yōtei
Launching in: September
After the immense success of Ghost of Tsushima, Sucker Punch Productions is working on Ghost of Yōtei – the sequel. While official details remain scarce, speculation points to a new open-world adventure set within feudal Japan, building upon the acclaimed combat and exploration mechanics of its predecessor. Anticipation is high for another visually stunning and historically inspired journey. And like its predecessor, this one could remain exclusive to PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro.
The Outer Worlds 2
Releasing in: October 2025
The Outer Worlds franchise is making a return to the stage with a sequel. Obsidian Entertainment is set to expand its beloved sci-fi RPG universe with The Outer Worlds 2. Announced with a witty teaser, this sequel promises a return to the quirky humour, player-driven choices, all set in vibrant yet perilous galaxy controlled by a corporate-like setup. The game is expected to take the fight to Bethesda’s Starfield and could enable a more immersive space exploration experience. The game is expected to release on Xbox Series X/S and PC.
Wolverine
Releasing in: 2026
Superhero games are a lot of fun when implemented right – the new Spider-Man titles are the best examples we can think of. Hence, when Sony-owned Insomniac Games announced bringing Wolverine on the PS5, Marvel fans couldn’t contain their excitement. While the teaser trailer gave a hint of everything to expect from the upcoming video game, social media leaks revealed under-development footage of Logan jumping on rooftops and solving puzzles. Wolverine could follow in the footsteps of Spider-Man titles, with a future possibility of an Avengers-like setup.
Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra
Releasing in: 2026
For those who wanted to step into the shoes of Chris Evans’ Captain America, there will soon be a video game to make it happen. Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra is slated for a 2026 release and is being developed by Square Enix. This cinematic action-adventure game, directed by Amy Hennig of Uncharted fame, is set during World War 2 and features a compelling cast including a young Captain America, Black Panther (Azzuri, T’Challa’s grandfather), Gabriel Jones, and Nanali. The game will be powered by the Unreal Engine 5 graphics engine and promises stunning visuals, intertwined with an engaging storyline involving Hydra.
