All the Game Announcements from The Game Awards 2025

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It's time for this year's The Game Awards show! Which means I have to stay up until 5 AM to write this summary up so all you lovely people can get your news fix without having to watch several hours of cringe!

There were plenty of games shown at TGA 2025, including during the pre-show. We've gathered them all together so you can easily view all the announcements in one place.

So without any further ado, here are the games!

The Pre-Show Games:

Here are the games that were shown during the TGA 2025 pre-show.

Herd Sheep and Discover Mysteries in 'The Free Shepherd' Coming 2027

Run fast and free as a sheepdog in a beautiful but troubled world. Herd masses of lost sheep to a secret refuge. Discover a mysterious calamity that only you can stop.

First-Person Dungeon Crawler Decrepit Playtest Sign-Ups Available Now

Decrepit is a first-person action game with souls-like combat where every death drags you back into the depths. Learn the dungeon, master the combat, and find your way out of the forsaken castle.

AUDIOMECH, Music-Powered Side Scrolling Shooter from the Developer of Audio Surf, Demo Out Tomorrow

Your MUSIC powers your WEAPONS, and it powers your ENEMIES. Gameplay synchronizes to any music playing on your computer - yes, even streaming.

PRAGMATA is Coming April 24th, 2026, Also Coming to Switch 2. Demo Out Now on Steam

Capcom’s newest IP—PRAGMATA. An all-new Science Fiction action adventure with its own unique hacking twist! It is the near future, and protagonists Hugh and his android companion Diana must work together as they make their way through the cold lunar research station.

A Look at Solasta II Gameplay, Out in Early Access March 12th, 2026

In a Mana-infused land, a dark force led by the enigmatic Shadwyn threatens Neokos. Bring your party of adventurers together across perilous realms in this Turn-Based Tactical RPG based on the SRD 5e ruleset. You make the choices, dice decide your destiny.

Build your Armored Vehicle in TankRat, Coming 2026

A dying world, flesh given way to steel. Swarms of corrupted mech-monsters roam a desolated land. Search and destroy, scavenge and dismantle, rebuild yourself from the wreckage. What you take becomes what you are. Survive the wasteland. Make it to Highpoint.

Bradley The Badger Looks to be an Interesting 3D Platformer

Bradley, the beloved platforming icon, finds himself lost in strange new lands... and decides to fight back! Shape unfinished worlds with your game developer powers, explore a genre-bending story, and save your home in this unique action-adventure.

Stupid Never Dies is a Zany Hack 'N Slash Coming 2026

Werewolves, Lizardmen, Skeletons— In a world where monsters are part of everyday life, a bottom-rung zombie named Davy braves a deadly dungeon to bring back Julia, the frozen human he loved. Gear up for a delightfully wild, "BLAZING FAST GROWTH" action RPG—Stupid Never Dies!

The Main Show:

And now we're onto the main show, so let's get into it!

Star Wars: Fate of The Old Republic Announced

Star Wars: Fate of The Old Republic was announced. We did have a little bit of a leak ahead of this one, but we didn't know exactly what it was. Given the title, it's connected to the 2 KOTOR games, but it's possible the link will be loose, and likely set after the other 2 games.

Larian Studios Return to the Divinity Franchise Next

Larian Studios presented a teaser for their next project, a return to the Divinity series with a game simply titled "Divinity".

4:LOOP is a New Roguelite Co-op Shooter From J.J. Abrams Bad Robot Games, Playtests Soon

It’s just your crew versus an alien invasion. Odds are you’re going to die, a lot. Thankfully, that’s all part of The Plan.

Adventure Game Coven of the Chicken Foot Announced

After the dungeons have been plundered and the monsters all killed, an elderly witch quietly gets to work. In this emotionally-rich, stylized, single-player adventure - Gert will need to build a bond with a peculiar creature if she’s to fulfill a coven’s oath.

New Psychological Horror ONTOS Releases in 2026, Spiritual Successor to SOMA

A sci-fi mystery set on the repurposed moon hotel Samsara. Uncover cryptic experiments, face unsettling encounters, and piece together a mind-bending narrative. The deeper you go, the more the truth unravels as you confront the ultimate question: What is reality?

South of Midnight Coming to Switch 2 in Spring 2026

South of Midnight is a new action-adventure from Compulsion Games. Explore the mythos and confront mysterious creatures of the Deep South in this modern folktale while learning to weave an ancient power to surmount obstacles and unravel your family’s hidden past.

Leon Kennedy Returns in a Deeper Look at Resident Evil Requiem, Coming February 2026

Another one leaked a little bit before The Game Awards, but Leon Kennedy will be returning in Resident Evil Requiem, splitting the game between survival horror (with Grace) and action gameplay (with Leon).

Order of the Sinking Star Features Over 14,000 Puzzles, Coming 2026

From director Jonathan Blow (Braid, The Witness), Order of the Sinking Star is a narrative adventure set in a realm of magic and enigma. Solve over 1000 interconnected, hand-crafted puzzles, discover unique playable heroes, master evolving gameplay mechanics, and decipher a grand mystery.

Sci-Fi Epic 'EXODUS' Snags an Early 2027 Release Date

EXODUS™ is a sci-fi action-adventure RPG where you become the Traveler—leading humanity’s fight for survival against the Celestials. Face our evolution 40,000 years in the future, explore extraordinary worlds, and confront time itself to shape the fate of generations.​

Warlock: A Dungeons & Dragons Game is Getting a Gameplay Reveal in Summer 2026, Launching in 2027

Wizards of the Coast is working on a new Dungeons and Dragons title based around the Warlock. Not too much information here besides a cinematic, but we do know they will be showing gameplay in the summer (likely at Summer Games Fest) and plan to launch the game in 2027.

Screamer Gets a Trailer and Launches March 2026

High-octane action and anime aesthetics collide in this arcade racing game, featuring fighting mechanics and a storyline that hits hard. In this world, some race for glory while others seek power or revenge. Every race is a fight, and every battle is personal.

CONTROL Resonant Announced for a 2026 Release

Explore a warped Manhattan on the brink of paranatural annihilation in this thrilling action-adventure RPG. Unleash the extraordinary powers of Dylan Faden as he fights for his humanity and our survival against a reality-bending cosmic threat.

GANG OF DRAGON is a New Cinematic Action Adventure Title Set in Tokyo

A new action-adventure game from game creator Toshihiro Nagoshi, set in the streets of Shinjuku, Tokyo. Starring Ma Dong-seok as Shin Ji-seong, the story unfolds with heated and intense human drama across Shinjuku, including Kabukicho — one of Japan’s largest entertainment districts.

LEGO BATMAN: Legacy of the Dark Knight Comes Out May 29th, 2026

Rise as the Dark Knight and experience the essential Batman story in a bold, action-packed adventure with hard-hitting combat, an open-world Gotham City, and the signature LEGO charm that fans know and love.

Tomb Raider: Catalyst Signals the Return of Lara Croft, Coming 2027

Tomb Raider: Catalyst was the first Tomb Raider game to be shown at The Game Awards, interestingly, we don't have a Steam store page for this one yet, but we do know it's planned to release in 2027 and will be a new, original story.

Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, Re-Imagining of the Original 1996 Game is Coming in 2026

Experience the pinnacle of adventure with Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, a stunning reimagining of Lara Croft’s 1996 genre-defining game with jaw-dropping visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5, modern gameplay, and new surprises that honor the spirit of the original.

Forest 3, Sequel to Sons of the Forest, Announced

Yeah, it may not look like The Forest or Sons of the Forest, but Forest 3 is indeed the sequel to those games, proving that their storylines are as crazy as their enemy designs.

Orbitals is a 2 Player Co-op Space Adventure Coming Exclusively to Switch 2

Not much to say on this one, besides the art style being very unique and reminiscent of early 1990s Japanese anime for me. This one is sadly skipping the PC platform, being exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2.

Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred Expansion Adds the Paladin, Arrives April 28th, 2026

Prepare to embark on your next epic demon-slaying journey in the new Diablo IV expansion, Lord of Hatred. Make your final stand against the Prime Evil Mephisto in a rich new campaign, master two new classes, and discover the ancient region of Skovos. With tons of new features, activities, and major updates like an overhauled endgame, transmutation, and set bonuses, this expansion enhances the Diablo IV experience to bring depth, adventure, and the promise of peril at every turn.

Deadpool Joining the Roster of Marvel Rivals Next Year

Deadpool will be joining the roster of fighters for Marvel Rivals next year, following in the footsteps of Rogue, who is just about to do so.

007 First Light Antagonist Revealed as Bawma, Played by Lenny Kravitz

Earn the Number. 007 First Light is a thrilling espionage action-adventure game from IO Interactive. Follow James Bond as a young, resourceful and sometimes reckless recruit in MI6's training programme, and discover an origin story of the world’s most famous spy.

Lords of the Fallen 2 is Coming in 2026

Lords of the Fallen 2 got a trailer as well as a 2026 release date, this one will be exclusive to the Epic Games Store on PC.

Housemarque's Saros Gets a Story Trailer, Launches April 30th, 2025, but Only on PS5 For Now

Saros looks more interesting each time we see it, and the team behind Returnal seems to be doing a great job with some world-building. Sadly, the game is remaining a PS5 exclusive for the time being; hopefully, we'll see this one ported to PC in the future.

NO LAW is an FPS RPG from the Developers of The Ascent, Coming Soon

Welcome to Port Desire, a city that doesn't belong to anyone, but where everyone wants a piece. You’re Grey Harker, an ex-military attempting to live a quiet life after near-fatal injuries in the field. All you want now is peace - but in a city of no laws, what you want isn’t always what you get.

Total War: Warhammer 40k Announced, Gameplay Shown

In what seemed to be the next logical progression for the series, the Total War games are moving into the Warhammer 40k universe, complete with all the carnage on a massive scale that you would expect!

Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Announced, Coming in 2026

Soar through the skies and rise above every challenge to earn your place among the elite. Engage in intense aerial combat to dominate the battlefield with powerful weapons. Experience a breathtaking campaign filled with high-stakes missions, hard choices, and deep squad connections.

Star Wars: Galactic Racer Brings Podracing Back in 2026

STAR WARS: Galactic Racer™ is a runs-based, high-stakes reinvention of racing born in the lawless Outer Rim. With the Empire gone and the galaxy rebuilding, The Galactic League is created: an underground, unsanctioned circuit where syndicates bankroll chaos and champions are forged

Out Of Words is a Co-op Puzzler Coming in 2026

Find your lost voices in a co-op platformer adventure. Together with a friend, via online cross-platform or couch co-op, explore the wild, colorful realm of Vokabulantis as Kurt and Karla in a story about the first time they held hands — where everything you see is crafted by hand.

Phantom Blade 0 Gets Huge Gameplay Trailer, Launches September 9th, 2026

S-GAME presents Phantom Blade Zero, a fusion of classic Wuxia storytelling and exhilarating action powered by Unreal Engine 5. You play as Soul, a warrior with only sixty-six days left to live. Fend off assassins, unravel world-ending conspiracies, and defend your values with your life.

Mega Man Dual Override is a New 2D Platformer Launching in 2027

Bit of an early announcement this one, but Megaman finally returns with a new 2D Platformer in the form of Mega Man Dual Override, launching sometime in 2027.

Highguard, a New F2P Hero Shooter from the Makers of Apex Legends, Launches January 26th, 2026

From the creators of Apex Legends and Titanfall, comes Highguard: a PvP raid shooter where players will ride, fight, and raid as Wardens, arcane gunslingers sent to fight for control of a mythical continent.

Given the anti-cheat at play here, it's possible this game might have issues with the Linux platform.

That's A Wrap!

That's it for The Game Awards this year! We hope you found this summary of the event helpful. If you want to watch the whole show yourself, then you can do so over on the TGA YouTube Channel or embedded below.

Did we miss any trailers or release dates? Feel free to let us know in the comments below so we can update the article. Also, let us know what you thought of the event and any upcoming games you're excited to play!

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