2025 is shaping up to be a blockbuster year for console gaming. With next-gen hardware fully hitting its stride and developers pushing creative and technical boundaries, there’s no shortage of exciting titles on the horizon. From long-awaited sequels to brand-new IPs, these are the games that have fans buzzing and pre-orders piling up.
1. Elder Scrolls VI
Nearly a decade after Skyrim captivated the gaming world, Bethesda is finally set to deliver the next chapter in the Elder Scrolls saga. While details remain scarce, early footage teases massive open-world environments, new lore, and a graphics engine built to harness the full power of modern consoles. Expect deep customization, a sprawling narrative, and the kind of immersive experience only Bethesda can offer.
2. Grand Theft Auto VI
Rockstar’s next juggernaut is finally arriving in 2025, and anticipation is at a fever pitch. With a rumored return to Vice City and a dual-protagonist structure, GTA VI promises an even more dynamic and sprawling world than its predecessor. Leaked gameplay hints at advanced AI systems, destructible environments, and seamless transitions between characters — all pointing toward another genre-defining hit.
3. Final Fantasy XVII
After the success of Final Fantasy XVI, Square Enix is doubling down on action-oriented combat and cinematic storytelling. While Final Fantasy XVII will maintain the series’ fantasy roots, it’s said to blend sci-fi elements in bold new ways. The trailer’s sweeping vistas, monstrous summons, and emotionally charged characters have already struck a chord with fans of the franchise.
4. Fable
The beloved Fable franchise is being reborn, thanks to Playground Games. The reboot aims to recapture the charm, humor, and moral choice system that made the originals so iconic. Powered by the same engine used in the Forza Horizon series, the game is a visual feast and a major showcase for Xbox Series X. Expect quirky characters, magical creatures, and a whimsical yet deep fantasy experience.
5. Marvel’s Wolverine
From the makers of Marvel’s Spider-Man, Wolverine looks to deliver the gritty, emotional storytelling fans crave. With a tone that’s darker and more mature, early trailers tease visceral combat, moody environments, and a story that dives deep into Logan’s tortured past. Insomniac Games has earned trust, and this might be their most ambitious project yet.
6. Metroid Prime 4
Nintendo fans have waited years, and 2025 may finally be the moment Metroid Prime 4 sees the light of day. Rebooted development and extended silence only built more curiosity. Early hands-on impressions describe it as a return to form, with immersive first-person exploration, atmospheric storytelling, and Metroidvania-style progression elevated for modern audiences.
7. Avowed
Obsidian’s answer to Skyrim is getting closer to launch. Set in the same universe as Pillars of Eternity, Avowed promises branching narratives, real-time combat, and rich world-building. With Obsidian’s reputation for choice-driven storytelling, this fantasy RPG has the potential to become a flagship title for Xbox and a critical darling.
8. Silent Hill 2 Remake
Konami and Bloober Team are revisiting one of horror gaming’s all-time greats. The Silent Hill 2 remake is being rebuilt from the ground up using Unreal Engine 5, with a reimagined combat system and enhanced psychological horror elements. Nostalgia aside, the remake aims to introduce a new generation of players to the haunting town of Silent Hill in its most terrifying form yet.
9. Dragon Age: The Veilguard
BioWare’s long-awaited return to Thedas is finally on the docket. The Veilguard brings back fan-favorite characters, introduces a new protagonist, and explores the collapse of the Veil between worlds. With a renewed focus on party dynamics, tactical combat, and morally complex storytelling, this game is a pivotal moment for the Dragon Age franchise.
10. Death Stranding 2: On the Beach
Hideo Kojima’s mind-bending world returns with Death Stranding 2, bringing back Norman Reedus, Léa Seydoux, and a new cast of characters. While still enigmatic, trailers show a heavier emphasis on action, environmental storytelling, and a deepening of the game’s themes around connection, isolation, and human resilience.
Final Thoughts
2025 is poised to be a landmark year for console gaming. Whether you’re into open-world epics, mind-bending horror, or narrative-rich RPGs, there’s something for everyone. As release dates firm up and more gameplay footage drops, one thing is certain — gamers are in for a wild ride.
