The gaming industry's biggest players have revealed their showcase highlights through various summer events - but IGN's Summer of Gaming coverage marches on! After spotlighting the season's best trailers, we're shifting focus to deliver our ultimate ranking of the most exciting upcoming releases.
Our Top Five Most Anticipated Titles From Summer 2025
5. Ninja Gaiden 4
The hack-and-slash genre makes its grand return as Team Ninja and PlatinumGames collaborate on this direct sequel to 2012's Ninja Gaiden 3. Our hands-on demo confirmed this remains the pinnacle of frenetic, combo-heavy action gaming.
4. Silent Hill Remake
Bloober Team's follow-up to their Silent Hill 2 remake promises to revitalize Konami's original horror classic with modern sensibilities while preserving its groundbreaking psychological terror.
3. Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls
Arc System Works reinvents Marvel combat with stunning anime-inspired visuals and deep 4v4 fighting mechanics that could redefine superhero gaming.
2. 007 First Light
IO Interactive brings their Hitman expertise to Bond's origin story, blending signature spycraft with the studio's trademark sandbox gameplay freedom.
1. Resident Evil Requiem
Capcom's survival horror masterpiece-in-the-making introduces dual-perspective gameplay and terrifying new stalker enemies while continuing the franchise's renaissance.
Which 2025-2026 release has you most excited? Share your thoughts below and stay tuned for our upcoming community-driven ranking of all the biggest announcements!
