The most anticipated games of 2026: remakes, blockbusters, and new worlds

Gothic 1 Remake
Gothic 1 Remake is a remake of the cult 2001 RPG, built on Unreal Engine 5. The game offers a seamless open world, a reworked storyline, and an updated combat system featuring blocking, parrying, and counterattacks. The locations of Horinis are more detailed, and the remake is fully localized into Russian with subtitles and dubbing.

Release date: early 2026

Reanimal
Reanimal is a new psychological horror game from the creators of the first Little Nightmares. The game is styled as a dark fairy tale and tells the story of orphaned siblings who set out to rescue their missing friends in a distorted world filled with grotesque monsters. The project supports both co-op and single-player modes, with the latter featuring an AI companion.

Release date: February 13

Resident Evil: Requiem
Resident Evil: Requiem continues the events of 1998, taking place 30 years later in the half-destroyed Raccoon City. Players investigate a series of murders in the abandoned Wrenwood Hotel, alternating between stealth gameplay as Grace, an FBI analyst, and more dynamic episodes as Leon Kennedy. The game emphasizes survival horror: resources are scarce, there are no merchants, upgrades must be found in the environment, and the ability to freely switch between first-person and third-person perspectives adds flexibility to the gameplay.

Release date: February 27 

Crimson Desert
An epic RPG from Pearl Abyss, set on the continent of Pivell in the Black Desert universe. The game combines a rich story about political intrigue and the struggle for power with an exciting open world filled with mythical creatures and scenic locations. The project is developed using the BlackSpace Engine and promises a visually impressive world with dynamic weather conditions, large-scale battles, and a medieval fantasy atmosphere.

Release date: March 20

Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss
An atmospheric horror game by Big Bad Wolf, built on Unreal Engine 5, which immerses the player in a dark, futuristic Lovecraftian world. The game combines the exploration of a sunken city with a branching storyline, cinematic presentation, and a tense atmosphere where cosmic horror and ancient secrets test the limits of sanity. Special attention is given to interaction with an AI companion, puzzles, and player logic, creating a unique experience of exploration and immersion in a mystical thriller.

Release date: April 16 

Pragmata
Pragmata is a science fiction action game from Capcom. The story takes place on a lunar research station captured by hostile AI. The player controls astronaut Hugh and android Diana: Hugh fights enemies, while Diana hacks robots, helping to progress through the base. The game stands out for its bold experimental approach to gameplay and controlling two characters simultaneously.

Release date: April 24 

007: First Light
An exciting action prequel about a young James Bond who is just beginning his journey in the "00" program. The game tells the story of the future MI6 agent's first missions, his meeting with a skeptical mentor, and his fight against a dangerous rogue agent. Players immerse themselves in a stylish spy world filled with cinematic locations, legendary cars, and tense plot twists. The project combines stealth, action, and covert operations, allowing players to explore the formation of one of the world's most famous spies.

Release date: May 27 

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is a bold unification of all eras and adaptations of Batman in one game. Despite the signature LEGO style, the project offers serious action with combos, stealth, counterattacks, and gadget usage, inspired by the Batman: Arkham series. Gotham comes alive: streets are full of civilians, and familiar scenes are reimagined with humor and a new storyline that connects the past and present of the Dark Knight.

Release date: May 29

Phantom Blade Zero
An Action-RPG set to release in the autumn of next year. The story unfolds in a dark world with a samurai setting. The culture editor's attention is drawn to the projects that inspired the developers — Bloodborne, Sifu, and Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance, as well as the manga "Berserk" and "Blade of the Immortal." The gameplay trailer shown at Gamescom looks quite interesting.

Release date: September 9

Grand Theft Auto VI
It was expected as late as the end of 2025, but Rockstar changed its mind. The studio does not want to rush the release to ensure a perfectly polished product without a single bug. Players are promised not only a modern and dozens of times more detailed Vice City but also diverse regions ranging from the tropical islands of Leonida Key and the dark swamps of Grassrivers to the declining amusement park of Port Gellhorn.

Release date: November 19

Marvel's Wolverine
An exclusive 2026 title from Insomniac Games. Players will be offered a mature, original story of Logan seeking the secrets of his dark past. The action takes place in various corners of the world, from Madripoor and Canada to Tokyo. Iconic Marvel characters will appear in the game, including Mystique and Red Omega. The gameplay is a linear third-person action game, without an open world.

Release date: Autumn 2026

Forza Horizon 6
Forza Horizon 6 transports players to Japan, where racing meets incredible landscape diversity and a rich automotive culture. From the neon-lit streets of Tokyo to the picturesque countryside, every detail is crafted with authenticity, including sounds, environment, and atmosphere. The game's main feature is the dynamic change of seasons and weather, which affects not only the visuals but also the driving experience, making each race unique.

Control Resonant
One of the main projects for the culture editor personally, as Control was her favorite in the entire Remedy universe. In the new installment, we await a standalone story about the brother of the original game's protagonist, Dylan. So, no, you won't need to play the original Control to understand what is going on here.

Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties
This is not just a remake of Yakuza Kiwami 3, but also a separate game included within the main one, allowing you to live through the fate of Mine Yoshitaka, who once ran a successful startup but then lost everything and went down a rather crooked path.

The Dark Pictures Anthology: Directive 8020
A cinematic science fiction horror game where players experience tense survival aboard the colonial ship Cassiopeia after a crash on a distant planet. The game offers stealth and combat encounters with an alien organism capable of mimicking humans, as well as a branching storyline with choices that affect the fate of the crew and unlock multiple endings.