The year 2026 is poised to surpass 2025 as an even more significant period for video game releases, with a vast array of highly anticipated titles across multiple platforms and genres. Expectations are soaring, driven by long-awaited sequels, reboots, and exciting new intellectual properties from acclaimed developers.

Leading the charge as arguably the most anticipated game of 2026 is Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA6). Its launch will mark approximately 13 years since the previous mainline installment in the series, setting an incredibly high bar for the team at Rockstar. The trailers released so far have only amplified the immense hype surrounding this title, promising an expansive and detailed open-world experience.

Beyond GTA6, numerous other high-profile games are slated for release. Fans of survival horror can look forward to Resident Evil Requiem, which will feature the return of the fan-favorite character Leon S. Kennedy. The classic fantasy RPG series Fable is also making a comeback, carrying with it significant expectations to rejuvenate the beloved franchise. Developer Remedy Entertainment is set to deliver what many are hoping for with Control: Resonant, an eagerly awaited follow-up to their critically acclaimed action-adventure title.

Racing game enthusiasts will have Forza Horizon 6, which is almost guaranteed to dominate the genre for the year. This installment is set to transport the Horizon Festival to Japan, promising an immersive experience that fans expect will accurately represent Japan's vibrant drift racing scene.

Nintendo Switch 2 owners will not be left out, with a strong lineup of platform-exclusive titles. Among these are The Duskbloods, from the renowned developer FromSoftware, Pokémon Pokopia, Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, and Professor Layton and the New World of Steam. These exclusives cater to a wide range of tastes, from challenging action to beloved RPGs and puzzle adventures.

Superheroes are also making a significant impact in 2026 with three highly anticipated Marvel games. These include the adventure game 1943: Rise of Hydra, the fighting game Tokon: Fighting Souls, and a new title from Insomniac Games, the celebrated developers behind Marvel's Spider-Man, featuring Marvel's Wolverine. These games promise diverse experiences within the Marvel universe.

For dedicated gamers, the sheer volume of quality releases means 2026 is packed with content. The comprehensive list of 26 games expected to keep players occupied throughout the year includes: Grand Theft Auto VI, Resident Evil Requiem, 007 First Light, Nioh 3, Pragmata, Marvel's Wolverine, Fable, The Duskbloods, Forza Horizon 6, Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra, Pokémon Pokopia, Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, Halo: Campaign Evolved, Professor Layton and The New World of Steam, Highguard, Star Wars: Galactic Racer, Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4, Control: Resonant, Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, Slay the Spire 2, Marathon, Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, Greedfall 2: The Dying World, and Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement.