10 Games to Keep an Eye on in 2026

The year 2026 promises to be one of the most remarkable in the gaming industry in the last decade. After a cycle dominated by remakes, sequels, and experiences focused on online services, studios are preparing to deliver a crop of ambitious titles that could redefine what we expect from the new generation of consoles.

Between established franchises and brand-new ventures, there's a mix of nostalgia and innovation that sparks the curiosity of gamers worldwide.

From GTA VI, finally about to arrive (or maybe not) after more than a decade of waiting, to new IPs like Saros and Mudang: Two Hearts, the 2026 calendar is shaping up to be one of the most promising in recent history.

Below, we've compiled the ten most anticipated games of the year so far, with their release predictions, plot details, and information about the teams behind each project.

GTA VI

Scheduled for November 2026, Grand Theft Auto VI is undoubtedly the most anticipated release of the decade. Rockstar Games confirmed that the title will first arrive on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with a PC version in development.

The setting returns to sunny Vice City, reimagined on a continental scale, with a story centered on Lucia and Jason, two protagonists on a journey of ascension and survival in the criminal underworld.

The game promises an unprecedented technical leap. Rockstar's new graphics engine should bring a level of urban detail and NPC behavior closer to real life than ever before.

The company also reinforced its commitment to a cinematic narrative, inspired by contemporary police dramas. The expectation is that GTA VI will set a new standard for the open-world genre.

Fable

The classic Xbox franchise returns in 2026, by Playground Games, known for Forza Horizon. The Fable reboot promises to revive the humor and charm that marked the series, now with next-generation visuals and a focus on moral choices that shape the protagonist's destiny. The title is coming to Xbox Series X|S and PC.

The new version promises a vibrant Albion, with charismatic characters, unpredictable missions, and a redesigned combat system that mixes magic, weapons, and real-time action style. Playground states that the game will balance the franchise's comedic tone with a more mature narrative approach. Everything indicates that Fable will mark the triumphant return of one of the most beloved series in Microsoft history.

Nioh 3

Developed by Team Ninja, Nioh 3 is scheduled for release on February 6, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and PC.

The new sequel continues the blend of action RPG and precision combat, set in feudal Japan with strong supernatural elements. The game takes place after the events of Nioh 2, exploring the spiritual consequences of the wars between humans and yokai.

Visually, the game takes full advantage of the PS5's power, with dynamic lighting and environments dense with historical detail. The soundtrack, again composed by Yugo Kanno, reinforces the dark and epic atmosphere of the franchise.

Resident Evil Requiem

Capcom has confirmed Resident Evil: Requiem for February 27, 2026, marking the return of the main series after Resident Evil Village. The title will be released for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

According to Capcom, Requiem blends the psychological tension of the classics with the intense pace of modern entries. The enemy design promises to bring new mutant variations, and the focus on narrative will be expanded with choices that affect the unfolding of the plot. The game is described as a "return to the origins with a forward-looking perspective".

Onimusha: Way of the Sword

Capcom is also revisiting another of its iconic franchises in 2026 with Onimusha: Way of the Sword. The new title arrives on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, aiming to reinvent the series after more than 15 years of hiatus.

Code Vein II

Produced by Bandai Namco, Code Vein II arrives on January 30, 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

The action RPG continues the post-apocalyptic universe of the original, where vampires fight for survival in a destroyed society. The sequel promises to expand the lore and deepen the bond between characters, maintaining the mix of anime style and challenging combat inspired by Soulslike.

Mudang: Two Hearts

Developed by the South Korean studio Round8 Studio, Mudang: Two Hearts is one of the most original games of the year. Scheduled for release next year, the title arrives on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, combining Korean mythology with elements of action and spiritual drama. The player takes on the role of two intertwined souls—a human warrior and a guardian spirit—searching for balance between worlds.

Inspired by classics like Okami and Sekiro, the game features hand-painted visuals and a fluid combat system based on duality and rhythm. Round8 promises a cinematic experience, with a strong emphasis on narrative and moral choices. The soundtrack, composed by traditional Korean artists, reinforces the unique setting and poetic character of the work.

007: First Light

The James Bond franchise returns to video games in 2026 by IO Interactive, creator of Hitman. 007: First Light will arrive on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, and will be an unprecedented origin story of the world's most famous secret agent.

With a third-person approach and freedom of choice in missions, the title features a global setting, ranging from London to Hong Kong. IO Interactive emphasizes that the campaign will be 100% original, without direct adaptation from the films. Furthermore, the single-player experience will be the main focus, with exploration and infiltration in open environments, a natural evolution of what the studio did in Hitman: World of Assassination.

Pokémon: Pokopia

Game Freak and Nintendo are preparing Pokémon: Pokopia for 2026, exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2, the company's new hybrid console. The title presents itself as a "life simulator," where the player takes on the role of a Ditto in human form and blends the world-famous Pokémon universe with a "farming" experience, similar to Stardew Valley and Harvest Moon.

Saros

Closing the list, Saros is a new intellectual property from Sony Santa Monica Studio, scheduled for March 20, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and PC.

The title features an epic science fiction narrative, set in a solar system on the brink of collapse, where human civilizations vie for control of a mysterious energy called Saros. The player takes on the role of Kael, an explorer who discovers the origin of this power and faces ethical dilemmas that will define the fate of humanity.

Described as the studio's most ambitious project since God of War Ragnarök, the game combines cinematic storytelling, space exploration, and intense combat in variable gravity. Santa Monica promises cutting-edge graphics and an emotionally dense storyline with branching narratives based on moral choices.

There is so much talent involved and ambitious projects on the way that the year can be remembered as a milestone. With the release of major titles and the consolidation of new technologies, the public should witness a significant evolution in both scale and narrative depth. The combination of established names and unprecedented bets creates an optimistic outlook for the coming years of gaming.