The Game Awards is back again to end this year with a celebration of the best games of 2025 and an exciting look into the future. While we may not know all the surprises in store for us this year, we do know we will be covering everything live and gathering it right here for you.
This article will be the place to catch all the biggest reveals, trailers, gameplay, shocking moments, and more, and we’ll be updating it as it happens, so be sure to keep checking back!
Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic Is a Single-Player Game From Casey Hudson
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic and Mass Effect’s Casey Hudson is directing Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic, a brand-new single-player narrative-driven action RPG game set in that beloved galaxy far, far away. This new game from Acanaut Studios is set “across a galaxy on the brink of rebirth where every decision shapes your path towards light or darkness.” And yes, it is a spiritual successor to KOTOR.
Yup, That Weird Statue Was Teasing a New Divinity Game
That statue in the middle of the Mojave Desert was in fact a tease for the reveal of Divinity from Baldur’s Gate 3’s Larian Studios. This game, which the studio is calling its ‘biggest game ever,” was introduced with a very brutal trailer you can watch above. But be warned, it goes places!
Capcom Finally Confirms Leon S. Kennedy Is In Resident Evil Requiem
After much speculation, this brand new gameplay and story trailer for Resident Evil Requiem confirms that Leon S. Kennedy will be joining Grace Ashcroft as a playable character. We get a look at him in action, including seeing him wield a chainsaw and deal some wonderful revenge. Resident Evil Requiem will be released on February 27, 2026.
Tomb Raider: Catalyst Announced for 2027 and Tomb Raider 1 ‘Reimagining’ Announced for 2026
2026 marks the return of Lara Croft in a big way as she will be embarking on a reimagining of her original adventure from 1996 in Tomb Raider; Legacy of Atlantis. And that’s not all, either, as 2027 will see her starring in a brand-new game called Tomb Raider: Catalyst, and Crystal Dynamics gave us a little tease as to what to expect.
This new game is “set in the wake of a mythical cataclysm that has unleashed ancient secrets and awakened the mysterious forces that guard them. When the most notorious treasure hunters from around the world descend on the region, Lara races to uncover the truth buried beneath the fractured landscape and stop those who would use its power for their own gain. As the ancient world collides with the present, Lara must decide who to trust among rivals and allies to prevent a catastrophe and protect a secret that could reshape the future.”
Control: Resonant Announced by Remedy for 2026 Release
Remedy Entertainment has revealed Control: Resonant, the follow-up to 2019’s Control and it set to be released in 2026 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. It’s also a bit different than we expected as it doesn’t appear to star Jesse Faden anymore, and instead will put players in the shoes of her younger brother, Dylan. He was taken by the Federal Bureau of Control at 10 and was put in a coma after being inflicted by The Hiss, who have now escaped into the outside world.
Also, instead of the transforming Service Weapon, Dylan will wield a transforming melee weapon, which will be augmented by his supernatural special abilities.
Returnal Successor Saros Gets a New Trailer and Release Date
Housemarque brought a new look at Saros, its follow-up to Returnal, to The Game Awards alongside a new release date of April 30, 2026. Beneath a haunting eclipse, players will become Rahul Kohli’s Arjun Devraj and will need to survive Carcosa’s dangers and come back stronger after each death.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Release Date Announced
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will be released on May 29, 2026, and looks to feature many of our favorite things from Batman’s storied history. It also features an open-world Gotham and seven playable characters, including Batman, Jim Gordon, Robin, Nightwing, Batgirl, Catwoman, and Talia al Ghul.
Diablo 4 Expansion Lord of Hatred Revealed, Adds Not 1 but 2 New Classes, Including the Paladin
Blizzard has officially unveiled Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred, a new expansion that adds a mysterious new class alongside the long-requested Paladin. This new expansion will be released on April 28, 2026, and will see players going up against Mephisto and Lilith, who is back from the dead. There’s also a new region to explore called Skovos. As for the story, you can read more about it below;
“In the aftermath of Vessel of Hatred, this next chapter drives players toward their final stand against Mephisto, whose deception and spreading influence threaten to twist Sanctuary into a world consumed by malice,” The official description reads. As Hell’s legions surge and the ancient Pools of Creation draw Mephisto ever closer, the fate of humanity hangs by a thread. To stop him, the Wanderer must embrace an old foe long believed to be dead. Lilith returns, her prophetic last words echoing true, forcing a perilous alliance bound by necessity rather than trust. With time and allies running out, the Wanderer is in a desperate race to stop Mephisto before hatred reshapes the world forever.”
Debut Trailer for the Street Fighter Movie Shows Off Famous Special Moves and Even the Car Bonus Stage
The Game Awards isn’t only about video games, as the cast of the upcoming Street Fighter film stopped by to share its debut trailer, and it is complete with famous special moves and even the car bonus stage. Ok, it’s still about video games but you know what I mean!
Street Fighter will be released in theaters on October 16, 2026.
Pragmata Gets Release Date, Demo, and Will Come to Nintendo Switch 2
Capcom’s Pragmata is officially coming out on April 24, 2026, and The Game Awards also revealed it will have a gameplay demo out today and that it will also be coming to Nintendo Switch 2 alongside PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Gang of Dragon is Toshihiro Nagoshi’s New Game, and It Sure Looks Like Yakuza
Gang of Dragon is a brand-new game from Toshihiro Nagoshi after he departed Yakuza studio Ryu Ga Gotoku, and we get an extended first-look at the game in action. It follows a man in a suit who is being knifed, and then it cuts to the same man in a bar who gets into a fight with a group of Yakuza. The trailer ends with the iconic sign that marks the real-life entrance to Kabukichō, the inspiration for the Yakuza series’ Kamurocho.
Warlock: Dungeons and Dragons Is a New Single-Player RPG That Leans Into ‘Expressive Magic’
Warlock: Dungeons and Dragons is a new single-player RPG that is all about wielding dark magic to battle foes. Players become the warrior Kaatri, who embraces the darker side to take down people that are invading her land.
Forest 3 Confirmed by Endnight as Sons of the Forest Follow-Up With First Trailer
Endnight Games surprised watchers of The Game Awards by announcing Forest 3, a follow-up to The Forest and Sons of the Forest that looks a whole lot different. It is first-person and features a lot of sci-fi tech, a shoulder-mounted crane, a ton of dangerous environments, and much more.
Total War: Warhammer 40,000 Announced From Creative Assembly
Creative Assembly has officially revealed Total War: Warhammer 40,000, where players can “experience the brutal fusion of galactic strategy and visceral real-time battles. Conquer planets, upgrade your fleet, manage resources, and choose from either the Space Marines, Astra Militarum, Orks, and Aeldari.
‘She’s Going to Be a Pivotal Part of the Story’ — Invincible VS Has a Completely Original Fighter Just for the Game
Invincible VS will be getting a brand-new character that’s never been seen before in this universe, and her name is Ella Mental. Voiced by Tierra Whack, she will be a “pivotal part of the story” going forward.
4Loop Revealed as PlayStation’s New Sci-Fi Co-Op Shooter from Bad Robot and Left 4 Dead Designer
Bad Robot’s J.J. Abrams and Left 4 Dead creator Mike Booth helped announce 4Loop, an upcoming sci-fi third-person shooter set on a twisted new version of Earth that’s filled with deadly creatures. Players wiill need to work together and learn from their failures if they hope to succeed.
The Next Game From the Developer of The Ascent Is Called No Law — and It Looks a Bit Like Cyberpunk 2077
The Ascent developer Neon Giant has revealed No Law, an upcoming open world first-person RPG game that has a distinct Cyberpunk style. The story takes place in Port Desire, and players will play as Grey Harker, an ex-military vet who left his war-torn life for a more peaceful one tending plants. However, that peace doesn’t last long.
For more, you can check our the devs comments on how they know people will compare No Law to Cyberpunk 2077 and how there are very important differences from that game.
Marvel Rivals Season 6 Trailer Confirms Deadpool as Next Playable Character
Deadpool crashed The Game Awards in a trailer that confirmed he will be joining Marvel Rivals in Season 6.
“After Gambit’s attempt to steal a prized artifact from the Collector’s Museum, he and Rogue return to the scene of the crime in an attempt to escape,” a description for Season 6 from NetEase says. “The Collector responds in the best way to avoid getting his hands dirty: by sending in his ‘top professional’ and also…
“Deadpool… and the Merc with a Mouth opens the doors on every cage within the Collection, turning the Museum into the greatest intergalactic disaster this timeline has ever seen. But there’s a hunter on the horizon ready to put a stop to the antics.”
The Witness and Braid Creator Jonathan Blow Announces New 250-Hour Puzzle Game, Order of the Sinking Star
Get your first look at Order of the Sinking Star, the new 250-hour puzzle game from The Witness and Braid creator Jonathan Blow. The game is a grid-based isometric adventure with a branching overworld that is made up of these smaller puzzles. We were able to see a hands-off demo of Order of the Sinking Star, and you can check it out here.
Lords of the Fallen II Publisher Discusses Dismemberment, Lore and Learnings for the Sequel
Alongside revealing a brand-new gameplay trailer for Lords off the Fallen 2, CI Games spoke with us about this much-anticipated sequel, and discussed such topics as dismemberment (‘Every limb can be removed!”), lore, and learnings from the original game.
Mario + Rabbids Creator Davide Soliani Announces New Platforming Game Bradley the Badger
Davide Soliani, the lead creator of the Mario + Rabbids games, stopped by The Game Awards to reveal his new platforming game, Bradley the Badger. This game is a classic platforming one with fresh twists and a meta-feeling story that is helping this video game mascot through its creator’s unfinished work.
There were also some fun nods to Bloodborne, Cyberpunk 2077, The Last of Us, and more.
Stupid Never Dies Is Set in a World Where Monsters Are Part of Everyday Life And You Are a Lowly Zombie
Stupid Never Dies is set in a world where monsters are part of everyday life, and you take on the role of Davy, a lowly zombie who must brave a dungeon to bring back Julia, a frozen human he loved.
The Free Shepherd Kicks Off The Game Awards
An adorable game about a dog herding sheep called The Free Shepherd kicked off The Game Awards, but it’s not coming out until 2027.
The Last of Us and Uncharted 4 Director Unveils Next Project Coven of the Chicken Foot
Say hello to Coven of the Chicken Foot from Wildflower Interactive, a game all about an elderly witch who quietly goes back to work after all the dungeons have been plundered and the monsters have been killed. This “emotionally-rich, stylized, single-player adventure” will see Gert needing to form a bond with a “peculiar creature” to fulfill a coven’s oath.
Decrepit Is a Terrifying First-Person Souls-Like Coming to PC in 2026
Get a new look at Decrepit, a terrifying first-person souls-like that is headed to PC in 2026. In this game, every death drags you back to the dungeons below, and you have to start fresh apart form the knowledge you gain from each escape attempt.
Audio Mech Gets a New Gameplay Trailer and a Demo Tomorrow
Your music powers Audio Mech, a new rhythm game from the creator of Audio Surf, and it lets you use such weapons as Bass Blade, Vocal Cannon, Treble Bombs, and more. Your music is your partner, and you can bring your own music into the game. Oh, and there is a demo out tomorrow.
Guild Wars 2 – Visions of Eternity Expansion Gets a New Trailer
Guild Wars is celebrating 20 years and the launch of its sixth expansion – Visions of Eternity – and this trailer is here to remind you of how much Guild Wars 2 has grown and what you can expect from this latest expansion.
Solasta 2 – Official Early Access Release Date Trailer
Solasta 2 is entering Early Access on March 12, 2026, and you can check out a look at the game right here. For those unfamiliar, Solasta 2 is a a turn-based RPG sequel based on tabletop RPG systems, and it features such talent as Amelia Tyler (Baldur’s Gate III, Hades II) as Shadwyn, Ben Starr (Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Final Fantasy XVI) as Rickard Colwall, Devora Wilde (Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Baldur’s Gate III) as Deorcas Colwall, and Ellen Thomas (Arcane) as Anabasia.
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