I enjoy a good multiplayer release as much as the next person, but they are not replacements for great single-player games. When executed well, these projects can tell gripping stories, experiment with unusual mechanics, push the envelope, or simply be plain old fun. They can be scary, silly, heavy, romantic, psychological, or barely incorporate anything resembling a narrative. They can feature epic action with Hollywood set pieces, introspective character studies with light interactivity, or expansive worlds that take months to explore fully.
The rest of 2025 and the first two months of 2026 are set to offer a robust and varied selection of games, including a couple of single-player titles that should be absolutely huge. They might not have the longevity of something like Call of Duty or Battlefield, but these games should make headlines when they debut. Hopefully, they will also be fantastic.
A few notes:
- Only games that prioritize single-player. Black Ops 7 has a campaign and will be massive, but multiplayer is its main selling point.
- We will try to highlight a couple of different genres.
- Only games with release dates.
- As we have already covered the biggest releases of November 2025, this article starts from December. That said, a few November games are mentioned as honorable mentions.
Honorable Mentions
The future is filled with new single-player games, and we cannot highlight each one individually. Consequently, here is a fairly comprehensive lineup of the major projects debuting in the next few months. A few multiplayer-focused games with single-player content are also included.
- Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment – November 6 (Nintendo Switch 2)
- Anno 117: Pax Romana – November 13 (PC, PS5, & Xbox Series)
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 – November 14 (PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series, & Xbox One)
- Where Winds Meet – November 14 (PC & PS5)
- Sacred 2: Fallen Angel Remaster – November 17 (PC, PS5, & Xbox Series)
- SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide – November 18 (PC, PS5, Xbox Series, & Nintendo Switch 2)
- Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault (Early Access) – November 19 (PC)
- Kirby Air Riders – November 20 (Nintendo Switch 2)
- Solo Leveling: Arise Overdrive – November 24 (PC, PS5, & Xbox Series)
- Blood: Refreshed Supply – December 4 (PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series, & Xbox One)
- Octopath Traveler 0 – December 4 (PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series, & Nintendo Switch 2)
- Paralives – December 8 (PC)
- Code Violet – December 12 (PS5)
- The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon – January 15 (PC, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, & Nintendo Switch 2)
- Code Vein 2 – January 30 (PC, PS5, & Xbox Series)
- Starsand Island – February 1 (PC, PS5, & Xbox Series)
- Deus Ex Remastered – February 5 (PC, PS5, Xbox Series, Xbox One, & Nintendo Switch 2)
- Menace – February 5 (PC)
- Mario Tennis Fever – February 12 (Nintendo Switch 2)
- Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties – February 12 (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series, & Nintendo Switch 2)
- High on Life 2 – February 13 (PC, PS5, & Xbox Series)
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
The Big Nintendo Switch Holiday Game (And The Biggest Single-Player Game Left In 2025)
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
- Released
- December 4, 2025
WHERE TO PLAY
- Developer(s)
- Retro Studios
- Publisher(s)
- Nintendo
- Platform(s)
- Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2
It is finally happening. Announced nearly a decade ago, Metroid Prime 4 is almost here and comes with the "Beyond" subtitle. Like the original trilogy, Retro Studios is handling the upcoming Switch game, so it should be in good, stable hands. As tends to be the case with most major Nintendo releases, Metroid Prime 4's details have been kept fairly under wraps, although we do know that the story takes place on a planet called Viewros, and, naturally, features Samus as the protagonist.
Why You Should Be Excited For Metroid Prime 4
Samus returns, finally, in first-person after decades.
Gameplay-wise, Beyond is unlikely to be too far removed from its predecessors, although the FPS gameplay should benefit from Switch 2's Joy-Con controller's mouse-mimicking capabilities. That said, new mechanics have been confirmed, with Samus gaining access to psychic powers that complement her gunplay. While the fact that it is cross-gen might somewhat limit its potential, Metroid Prime 4 is almost guaranteed to be, at least, very, very good.
Here is a breakdown of the Nintendo Switch 2's upcoming video game calendar.
Pathologic 3
A Fantastic Psychological Horror Franchise That Deserves To Be Bigger
Pathologic 3
- Released
- January 9, 2026
WHERE TO PLAY
- Developer(s)
- Ice-Pick Lodge
- Publisher(s)
- HypeTrain Digital
- Genre(s)
- Psychological Horror, Survival Horror, RPG, Immersive Sim, Mystery
- Platform(s)
- PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S
OK, I have to admit, Pathologic 3's inclusion is somewhat wishful thinking from my end, as the first two games were far from huge. However, they have gained some notoriety through YouTube essays and Twitch playthroughs, hopefully setting the stage for the upcoming entry to be the biggest yet. On the other hand, Pathologic feels like it should remain a niche nightmare that spreads through whispers rather than screams. Ultimately, as long as it captures the disconcerting vibe of its predecessors, the third game should be among the best psychological horror games of 2026.
You play the part of a doctor who has to try to solve a disease that will entirely wipe out a town in less than two weeks, and you will need to make tough decisions and learn from your past mistakes to figure out the mystery. The area is ruled by three families, and you are an outsider who has to gain the trust of the people in power and the rest of the townsfolk.
Looking for some other PC games? Here is a rundown of the major upcoming releases.
Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined
The Biggest Upcoming JRPG
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined
- Released
- February 5, 2026
WHERE TO PLAY
- Developer(s)
- Square Enix, HexaDrive
- Publisher(s)
- Square Enix
- Genre(s)
- JRPG, Adventure
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PC
Although maybe not the first classic entry that most people would have picked for a remake, Dragon Quest 7: Fragments of the Forgotten Past makes sense. Good as the game is, the campaign lacks urgency and can really drag in parts, which makes it somewhat hard to revisit in this day and age. In comparison, Dragon Quest 5 and 8 hold up better and would not benefit as much from remakes, even if I would personally play the heck out of them.
Every Mainline Dragon Quest Game, Ranked
There have been many mainline titles in the Dragon Quest series throughout the years though some stand out above the rest.
Square Enix seems aware of DQ7's issues, as Reimagined has been specifically designed to be more streamlined, hopefully without sacrificing the original game's lighthearted adventurous tone. The turn-based combat should be the standard Dragon Quest formula, albeit with a few alterations like the incorporation of vocational perks. Visually, Reimagined looks quite different from every other entry in the series, but that does not have to be a bad thing.
Nioh 3
The Next Big Soulslike (And Action RPG)
Nioh 3
- Released
- February 6, 2026
WHERE TO PLAY
- Developer(s)
- Koei Tecmo
- Publisher(s)
- Koei Tecmo
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PC
Just speaking on a personal note, Nioh 3 is the game I am looking forward to the most, as its predecessor is the definition of awesome. While falling under the Soulslike banner, Team Ninja's series has a well-defined identity that sets it apart from the crowd. For one, the combat is far quicker than nearly all of its peers, and players have access to so many different tools and mechanics that they can use to overcome enemies and bosses.
The previous games were mission-based, but Nioh 3 will shift things to more open areas. Honestly, this change is not something that fills me with too much excitement, as I liked the more linear approach that the series used to incorporate; still, I'm sure Team Ninja will make it work. Rise of the Ronin was a solid open-world game, and that experience should help ensure that Nioh 3 is even better.
Do you own a PS5 but aren't into Soulslikes? Well, no worries, as the console's calendar is packed.
Resident Evil Requiem
The Biggest Early Game Of 2026
Resident Evil Requiem
- Released
- February 27, 2026
WHERE TO PLAY
- Developer(s)
- Capcom
- Publisher(s)
- Capcom
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Nintendo Switch 2, PC
You know what, it is nice to, once again, be hyped for Resident Evil. There was a time during the early 2010s when the franchise lost its way and seemed incapable of rediscovering it. Nowadays, the series has enough recent successes to instill confidence that upcoming mainline entries will be brilliant and terrifying. Resident Evil Requiem is primed and ready to launch a new era for the series, one willing to incorporate influences from both the first and third-person games.
If this marriage of styles is fruitful, we could end up with a campaign that shines in both horror and action, a tightrope Resident Evil has struggled to walk in the past. The setting is also fascinating, taking place in Racoon City, three decades removed from its destruction. The story follows Grace Ashcroft, an FBI analyst, as she investigates a series of murders and finds herself being chased by a monster.
Upcoming Role-Playing Games People Are Excited For
While plenty of RPGs have been announced for 2026 and beyond, these upcoming role-playing games are especially exciting.