Fans of Horizon series are eager for Horizon 3 to include features like transmedium rideable machines, naval combat, and advanced Zenith technology, building on elements from previous games like Burning Shores and Forbidden West. The community hopes for innovative gameplay mechanics such as flying, underwater, and land-sea machines, with a particular desire to tame a Thunderjaw. The game is highly anticipated on PC and PlayStation platforms.
Nintendo released a free content update for Pikmin 4, version 1.1.0, adding new gameplay options like difficulty modes, the Field Camera, Decor Pikmin, control adjustments, and bug fixes, available now for both the main game and demo.
Battlefield 6's upcoming battle royale mode, inspired by Firestorm and Warzone, features classes, destructible environments, respawns, and an instant-kill ring of fire, with testing beginning in Battlefield Labs.
Fans are divided over the number of enterable buildings in GTA 6, with a leak suggesting around 67% might be accessible, sparking debate about the practicality and significance of such features in the game.
The upcoming James Bond game, 007 First Light, developed by IO Interactive, was showcased in a September 2025 State of Play with a gameplay deep dive highlighting high-speed chases, stealth, and shootouts. The game is scheduled for release on March 27, 2026, across multiple platforms, with Patrick Gibson confirmed as the voice of James Bond.
Blizzard Entertainment fully revealed the upcoming World of Warcraft: Midnight expansion at Gamescom 2025, introducing new zones, dungeons, a playable Haranir race, a new Devourer specialization for Demon Hunters, and more, with a release planned for 2026.
Ninja Gaiden 4, developed by Team Ninja and Platinum Games, is set to release on October 21, 2025, marking a reboot of the series with a new protagonist Yakumo. To build anticipation, 12 new screenshots showcase diverse locations and bosses, highlighting the game's flexible gameplay options and accessibility features that make it more approachable for new players. A hands-on preview emphasizes the game's emphasis on customization and beginner-friendly modes.
In Donkey Kong Bananza, amiibos can spawn helpful items such as KONG tiles for clearing paths and attacking, with specific amiibos like Donkey Kong and Pauline unlocking special features and outfits, enhancing gameplay on Nintendo Switch.
EA Sports has unveiled the first gameplay details for College Football 25, highlighting new features like Campus IQ, Wear & Tear, and enhanced weather conditions. Campus IQ includes All 22+, 134 Ways to Play, and Stories of Saturday, offering varied gameplay and team strategies. The Wear & Tear system simulates player fatigue and damage, affecting performance over time. Other updates include a revamped Option game, Confidence and Composure system, home-field advantage, and new mechanics for passing, kicking, and defensive play. College Football 25 releases on July 19 for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, set for release on February 29th, showcases 11 minutes of gameplay featuring iconic locations, mini-games, and characters from the original PS1 title, along with new companions and tag-team attacks. The game boasts 400 newly recorded pieces of Final Fantasy music, 4K graphics or 60fps, and higher-resolution assets than the Remake, thanks to the PS5’s SSD. A playable demo is now available, with Square Enix planning to update it to include the Junon region, aiming to excite fans and demonstrate the game's depth and scale.
The next Developer Update Livestream for Diablo IV will take place on January 18 at 9 a.m. PST, featuring details on the upcoming season's gameplay features, Season Journey, quality-of-life updates, and the new competitive leaderboard system—The Gauntlet. The livestream will include a Q&A segment and will be available on the official Diablo Twitch and YouTube channels, with a video posted afterward for those who miss the live event.
Cygames has announced that Granblue Fantasy: Relink, an upcoming action JRPG, will have a main story playtime of 20 hours, with an additional 40 hours of content for completionists. After completing the main story, an "additional scenario" will be unlocked, extending the playtime to roughly 40 hours. Challenging quests will also be unlocked, providing more powerful foes and equipment. Completionists can expect to spend at least 100 hours on the game. Granblue Fantasy: Relink will feature accessibility options such as Full Assist mode and standard Assist Mode. The game will launch worldwide on February 1, 2024, for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam.
The new Sims 4 expansion pack, "For Rent," allows players to become landlords and earn money by owning and renting out properties. The pack introduces Residential Rentals, including duplexes and townhomes, expanding on the previous apartment feature. The expansion also offers a Southeast Asian-inspired world, Night Markets, Pool Parties, new decor, activities, and even a new death option. "For Rent" will be available on various platforms starting December 7th.
The first trailer for The Walking Dead: Destinies has been released, showcasing gameplay features such as altering the story, battling hordes of walkers, assembling a team of iconic characters, managing resources, and defending against the zombie threat. The game is set to release on November 14 for multiple platforms and will be priced at $49.99.
Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon, the first mainline game in the Armored Core series in over a decade, is set to launch on August 25th. The game is a reboot that takes advantage of FromSoftware's expanded resources to create a new mecha-based game with fresh gameplay features, including the Assault Boost, and fine-tuned customization. The story is set on the planet Rubicon, where a dangerous resource called Coral is discovered, and players will explore the planet's various environments. The game will be available on PlayStation 5 / 4, Xbox Series X / S, Xbox One, and PC.
