1. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Developed by Sandfall Interactive, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a turn-based RPG set in a Belle Époque-inspired dark fantasy world. Players embark on a mission to defeat the enigmatic Paintress, whose ritual causes citizens to vanish upon reaching age 33. The game combines traditional turn-based mechanics with real-time elements, such as quick-time events and timing-based actions. ​

Key Features:

  • Unique blend of turn-based and real-time combat.​

  • Rich, stylized environments and emotionally charged storytelling.​

  • Critically acclaimed, with a 91% average score on OpenCritic.

2. Ghost of Yōtei

Ghost of Yōtei is the anticipated sequel to Ghost of Tsushima, developed by Sucker Punch. Set in the Edo period, players follow Atsu, a young Ronin seeking vengeance for her family’s murder. The game offers an open-world experience with enhanced freedom, allowing players to eliminate targets in any order and engage in bounty hunting contracts. ​

Key Features:

  • Expanded open-world with dynamic environments.​

  • Introduction of new gameplay mechanics, such as camp building.​

  • Scheduled for release on October 2, 2025.

3. Split Fiction

From Hazelight Studios, creators of It Takes Two, comes Split Fiction, a cooperative multiplayer-only game. Players control authors Mio Hudson and Zoe Foster, who become trapped in the world of their stories. The game emphasizes collaboration, with diverse gameplay mechanics and a narrative likened to a “buddy movie.”

Key Features:

  • Innovative co-op gameplay with a “Friend’s Pass” system.​

  • Cross-platform play support.​

  • Sold over 2 million units in its first week. ​

4. Death Stranding 2: On the Beach

Hideo Kojima returns with Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, continuing the story of Sam Porter Bridges. The game explores themes of human connection in a world beset by otherworldly threats. With a star-studded cast, including Norman Reedus and Elle Fanning, the sequel promises an emotionally resonant experience.

Key Features:

  • Expansive world with new characters and challenges.​

  • Enhanced gameplay mechanics and storytelling.​

  • Set to release on June 26, 2025. ​

5. Monster Hunter Wilds

Capcom’s Monster Hunter Wilds introduces a seamless open-world experience, moving away from the traditional “excursion” model. Players can observe and interact with a dynamic ecosystem, where monsters roam freely and interact naturally. The game emphasizes realism and immersion, with fully voiced characters and companions.

Key Features:

  • Persistent world with a realistic ecosystem.​

  • Introduction of mounts for accessible exploration.

  • Released on February 28, 2025, with ongoing free content updates. ​

6. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle

Developed by MachineGames, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is hailed as the best Indiana Jones video game to date. Set between the events of “Raiders of the Lost Ark” and “The Last Crusade,” players navigate global locations, solving puzzles and engaging in combat. The game features detailed environments and a faithful soundtrack inspired by the films.

Key Features:

  • Cinematic storytelling with immersive gameplay.​

  • Authentic character portrayals and environments.​

  • Approximately 20 hours of gameplay with significant replay value.

7. Marathon

Bungie returns to the Marathon universe with a new extraction shooter. Players form squads to explore a colony abandoned on Tau Ceti IV, facing AI hostiles, supernatural threats, and other players. The game emphasizes player customization and narrative discovery, connecting with the original saga’s lore. ​

Key Features:

  • Team-based extraction shooter with a focus on exploration.​

  • Customizable characters with unique abilities and equipment.​

  • Scheduled for release on September 23, 2025.