Hey gamers, buckle up because 2026 is looking like a blockbuster year on the gaming front—even if Rockstar has decided to give publishers a little breather by pushing GTA 6 into the new year. When GTA 6 got delayed to May 26 on PS5 and Xbox Series X, it wasn’t just a win for fans who can’t wait for more mayhem; it also cleared the decks for an insane lineup of other epic releases!
A Promising Lineup from Your Favorite Studios Let’s break it down: aside from Rockstar’s highly anticipated crime epic, we’ve got plenty of other heavy hitters ready to steal the spotlight. Playground Games is finally delivering on their long-awaited Fable (available on PC and Xbox Series X)—talk about a dream come true if you’re ready for some high-fantasy shenanigans. Meanwhile, Housemarque fans get to dive into Saros, the enigmatic follow-up to Returnal, exclusively on PS5. And let’s not forget FromSoftware, who’ll have us all on the edge of our seats with The Duskbloods for the Switch 2—if you’re into dark, brooding challenges, this one’s for you!
Capcom is reviving their Onimusha franchise for us, so sharpen those katanas, while Nintendo is giving us a double whammy: Rhythm Heaven Groove and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. Who wouldn’t want to groove while living out a life full of nice little friends?
Original IPs That Are Sure to Surprise But wait, there’s more! Not every release in 2026 is a sequel or spiritual successor—originals are having their day too. Get hyped for the role-playing adventure SacriFire, or slip into the stealthy, PvPvE madness of Warren Spector’s Thick As Thieves. And if you’re imagining something “Animal Crossing but with vampires,” then Moonlight Peaks is absolutely your vibe.
Mark Your Calendars… or Not! Release dates can be as unpredictable as a speedrun world record attempt, so here’s a quick guide:
May Releases • Grand Theft Auto 6 (PS5, Xbox Series X) – May 26
Titles Still Working on a Launch Date • Blackfrost: The Long Dark 2 (PC) • Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) • Decapolice (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch) • Enter the Gungeon 2 (PC, Switch 2) • Fable (PC, Xbox Series X) • Ikuma – The Frozen Compass (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) • Lords of the Fallen 2 (PC) • Moonlight Peaks (PC) • Onimusha: Way of the Sword (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) • Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time (TBA) • Rhythm Heaven Groove (Switch) • SacriFire (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) • Samurai Pizza Cats: Blast from the Past (PC, consoles TBA) • Saros (PS5) • Screamer (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) • Star Wars Zero Company (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) • Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions (PC, PS5, Switch 2) • The Duskbloods (Switch 2) • The Occultist (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) • Thick As Thieves (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) • Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream (Switch)
Keep Your Eyes Peeled Now, I know release dates in gaming are as stable as your favorite indie game’s frame rate on launch day, so get ready for updates, delays, and maybe even surprise drops. Polygon will be on top of every twist and turn, so keep checking back for fresh info and the occasional cheeky update.
2026 is shaping up to be a year where every genre gets its moment in the sun. Whether you’re into sprawling open-world heists, mystical RPGs, or quirky indie adventures, there’s something here for everyone. So, grab your controller, stock up on snacks, and get ready for an epic ride into the future of gaming!
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