The most anticipated games of the second half of 2026

6 days ago, by Enzo

After a first half of the year already packed with releases, the second half of 2026 is shaping up to be nothing short of exceptional for video game fans. With the return of legendary franchises, new narrative ambitions, and highly anticipated exclusives, the coming months promise to leave a lasting mark on the industry. Here’s our selection of the most anticipated games for the second half of 2026, the ones that could very well become the very best of the year’s final months.

Rebel Wolves’ debut project, The Blood of Dawnwalker, intrigues with its particularly promising dark fantasy universe. Its blend of narrative RPG, freedom of action, and vampire mechanics sets it apart in an otherwise highly competitive genre. The former The Witcher 3 devs behind the project are doing much to fuel the hype going on for the game.

Phantom Blade Zero has been impressing audiences since its first trailers thanks to its spectacular visuals and incredibly fluid combat. Inspired by Chinese martial arts, it combines fast-paced action with cinematic presentation. In a somewhat related genre, the revival of Onimusha: Way of the Sword marks the return of a cult classic franchise. Capcom is modernizing its famous action series while retaining its feudal Japanese setting with a touch of fantasy.

Insomniac Games is developing Marvel's Wolverine, an adventure centered on one of Marvel's most iconic heroes. Players can expect a more mature, violent, and intimate experience, true to Logan's character. As a prequel to the series, Gears of War: E-Day revisits the tragic events that marked the infamous Day of Emergence. It will be a darker, more emotional, and technically impressive installment thanks to Unreal Engine 5.

With Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Activision continues one of its most popular franchises. This new campaign aims to deliver an even more intense military spectacle, accompanied by a multiplayer mode poised to become a must-play this holiday season. Control Resonant continues to expand the Control universe from a fresh perspective. The studio aims to build on its expertise in mysterious storytelling and supernatural atmosphere while delivering a fresh experience.

Of course, we won’t forget THE game of the lineup. Anticipated for over a decade, Grand Theft Auto VI is undoubtedly the most significant gaming event of recent years. Rockstar Games promises an open world more vibrant than ever, driven by an ambitious narrative and cutting-edge technology. Its immense potential and the colossal expectations of players naturally make it one of the most anticipated titles of the second half of 2026.

The second half of 2026 has all the makings of a historic period for video games. From must-play blockbusters to particularly ambitious new franchises, the coming months should please fans of open-world games as well as enthusiasts of RPGs, action games, and strategy games.