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6 Much-Awaited Games Of 2026

2026 is shaping up to be a packed year for gaming, with long-awaited sequels, major reboots, and franchise-defining releases. Well, GTA 6 is obviously the most-awaited games of 2026, but there are even more. Here is a list.

Edited By: Divya| Published By: Divya| Published: Dec 31, 2025, 08:12 PM (IST)

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Looking Back at 2025

5 focused more on sequels, live-service updates, and refinements, setting the stage for bigger, more ambitious releases planned across genres in 2026.

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Grand Theft Auto VI

After more than a decade in development, GTA 6 brings a crime-driven story set in Leonida, featuring Lucia and Jason as playable protagonists. Launch is expected in November.

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Resident Evil Requiem

Capcom returns to Raccoon City with dual protagonists Grace and Leon S. Kennedy, blending survival horror with action. The game is expected to launch on February 27 across major platforms.

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Wolverine

Insomniac’s Wolverine is set for an autumn release, promising a darker superhero tone following the studio’s work on Spider-Man and character-driven action games.

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007 First Light

7 First Light marks the return of James Bond to video games as an origin story, developed by Hitman creator IO Interactive. After a slight delay, the game now launches on May 27, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.

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LEGO Batman: Legacy Of The Dark Knight

This LEGO Batman title leans into open-world gameplay, humour, collectibles, and Easter eggs, with a structure that feels closer to a lighthearted Arkham-style experience. It launches on May 29, 2026.

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Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3

The final entry in the Final Fantasy VII remake trilogy is widely expected in 2026. While details remain limited, most gameplay is reportedly complete, keeping fan expectations high.

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Why 2026 Feels Bigger

With long-running franchises, delayed blockbusters, and major reboots lining up, 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated gaming years in recent memory.