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The only thing that the entire gaming world is excited about is the release of GTA 6. This upcoming Rockstar title has taken the gaming world by storm even before its release. However, it’s not the only game that’s coming this year, but there is an entire lineup of games that are due this year.
This list includes multiple renowned names that have been suppressed under the hype of GTA 6. So, for those who are looking for some other unique experiences than GTA 6, here’s a list that can compete with GTA 6 for player attention: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is one of the most anticipated games of 2025, which is scheduled to be released on April 24. For those who love turn-based RPGs , this game is a perfect choice to go for.
Developed by Sandfall Interactive and published by Kepler Interactive, this RPG will take gamers to a dark fantasy Belle Époque setting where the protagonist, along with his friends, has to stop the Paintress, whose god-like powers can kill everyone if not stopped in time. Doom: The Dark Ages is one of the most anticipated Bethesda games coming this May. Scheduled for May 15, this game has already blown the minds of fans with its teasers and play test.
It’s going to be a prequel to the 2016 game Doom, and will take players to a medieval setting to fight mech dragons. Reportedly, this game has brought loads of unique weapons this time to make it a thrilling experience. The popularity of the Elden Ring is sky touching and even after three years, it's still the same.
This iconic RPG by FromSoftware will soon get a spin off that’s going to introduce a cooperative multiplayer perspective to the game. This game is unrelated to Elden Ring, but will be set in the similar universe and blend multiplayer elements with rogue-like, and Monster Hunter genres. Hideo Kojima is also returning this year with the sequel to his iconic franchise Death Stranding 2 .
Again, in this game, Norman Reedus gets back his role, and as per the updates this sequel will continue to explore the themes of connection and isolation in the context of a post-apocalyptic world. With Kojima’s signature storytelling and unique gameplay mechanisms, this sequel is aiming to bring more glory to the franchise. South of Midnight is a Microsoft exclusive, set in the Deep South, weaving the Gothic with an action-adventure gameplay mechanic.
The protagonist of the game, Hazel, wields magic to combat monsters. The storyline of the game incorporates elements from classic literature, and makes it attractive by presenting it with impressive graphics. Inspired by the most well-known sci-fi landscape, Dune: Awakening is an open-world MMO which will take players to traverse across the desert of Arrakis.
This game incorporates elements from survival and strategy to create an immersive gameplay for gamers. It will present them with political and ecological challenges to progress through the game. After the record-breaking success of Ghost of Tsushima , Ghost of Yotei is bringing players to another adventure.
This game will follow the journey of a new protagonist, named Atsu, who is a female samurai. Set in feudal Japan, this game offers players more control over narrative choices that will enhance the immersive experience. This game is expected to bring intense combat to appeal to both hardcore fans of the franchise and the newcomers.
Nintendo's Metroid Prime 4: Beyond carries on with the adventures of Samus Aran. This 3D Metroid title is bound to be on the Nintendo Switch 2 with even better graphics and gameplay mechanics to offer. This beloved franchise awaits its continuation with much anticipation.
Mafia: The Old Country will present a linear narrative experience set in Sicily in the 1900s and it will explore the early origins of the Mafia. The plot-driven nature of the game tends to focus on storytelling that provides a cinematic experience that portrays the various shades of organized crime. Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is an upcoming action-adventure stealth video game that gamers have been anticipating for a long time.
It is a remake of the 2004 game Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater and it will reportedly retain the core gameplay mechanics. Scheduled to be released on August 28, 2025, this game will present for the returning players and newcomers a thrilling experience. These are some of the most anticipated games coming this year besides GTA 6.
Each of these games has distinguished environments and gameplay mechanisms that should make 2025 an enthralling year for gamers. With GTA 6 coming in as the giant of all releases, these games have enough variety to give different experiences for different audiences across the globe..
