Review: The Most Anticipated Video Games of 2025
Every year brings a wave of exciting new titles, but 2025 is shaping up to be something special. With long-awaited sequels, bold new IPs, and jaw-dropping tech advancements, the gaming world is buzzing with hype. From massive open worlds to story-rich RPGs and next-gen graphics, here are the most anticipated video games of 2025 — and what early previews, demos, and trailers are telling us so far.
1. The Elder Scrolls VI
Platform: Xbox Series X|S, PC
Release Window: Late 2025 (tentative)
Why we’re hyped: Bethesda finally returns to Tamriel after more than a decade. Early footage teases a vast open world, deeper faction systems, and a return to the epic fantasy storytelling that made Skyrim iconic.
Hype Meter: 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Early impressions: Still under wraps, but fans are expecting a blend of classic TES exploration with next-gen realism.
2. Grand Theft Auto VI
Platform: PS5, Xbox Series X|S
Release Date: Fall 2025
Why we’re hyped: The long-awaited sequel is set in a modern-day Vice City, featuring dual protagonists, a dynamic economy, and an evolving world. Rockstar’s ambitious narrative tech and realism make this the most anticipated game of the decade.
Hype Meter: 🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨
Early impressions: Insider previews praise the living city feel, dense NPC interactions, and jaw-dropping visuals.
3. Death Stranding 2: On the Beach
Platform: PS5
Release Date: November 2025
Why we’re hyped: Hideo Kojima returns with a sequel that promises to be just as mysterious, cinematic, and strange as the first — but with tighter gameplay mechanics and co-op features.
Hype Meter: 🤯🤯🤯🤯
Early impressions: The trailer is weird, beautiful, and haunting — exactly what you’d expect. Expect deep lore, surreal visuals, and long cutscenes.
4. Fable
Platform: Xbox Series X|S, PC
Release Date: Holiday 2025
Why we’re hyped: The beloved fantasy RPG gets a reboot from Playground Games. Promising witty humor, magical combat, and moral choices in a lush, fairytale world.
Hype Meter: ✨✨✨✨
Early impressions: A mix of charm and ambition, with stunning visuals and a promise of deeper character development than ever before.
5. Metroid Prime 4
Platform: Nintendo Switch 2
Release Date: TBD 2025
Why we’re hyped: After years of silence, Samus returns in a sleek, dark sci-fi adventure on Nintendo’s next-gen hardware. Expect classic Metroidvania exploration with modern design and visuals.
Hype Meter: 🚀🚀🚀
Early impressions: Nintendo is keeping details quiet, but the teaser and tech upgrades are giving fans serious hope.
6. Avowed
Platform: Xbox Series X|S, PC
Release Date: Summer 2025
Why we’re hyped: Obsidian’s first-person RPG, set in the Pillars of Eternity universe, brings magic, melee, and deep branching narratives. Think Skyrim meets The Outer Worlds.
Hype Meter: 🧙♂️🧙♂️🧙♂️
Early impressions: Hands-on previews say the combat feels punchy, the world looks vibrant, and Obsidian’s storytelling is on point.
7. Black Myth: Wukong
Platform: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
Release Date: August 2025
Why we’re hyped: Inspired by Chinese mythology, this action-RPG blends Soulslike combat with lush, cinematic visuals. It’s one of the best-looking games shown so far this year.
Hype Meter: 🐒🔥🔥🔥
Early impressions: Smooth gameplay, huge bosses, and an art direction that’s drawing global attention.
8. Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Platform: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
Release Date: Late 2025
Why we’re hyped: BioWare returns with the next chapter of the Dragon Age saga. With a new cast, improved combat, and richer world-building, fans are hoping for a return to form.
Hype Meter: 🐉🐉🐉🐉
Early impressions: Stunning environments, character-driven dialogue, and promising early demos — cautiously optimistic!
9. Hollow Knight: Silksong
Platform: All major platforms
Release Date: Finally, 2025
Why we’re hyped: After years of waiting, the sequel to one of the best indie Metroidvanias is finally arriving. New protagonist, new world, same tight gameplay.
Hype Meter: 🐝💀🎮
Early impressions: It’s fast, fluid, and faithful to the original — with plenty of new tricks and environments.
