2026 Gaming Preview: Grand Theft Auto 6, Switch 2 & Biggest Releases

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The gaming industry is preparing for one of its most explosive years as 2026 promises blockbuster releases across all platforms. Grand Theft Auto 6 headlines the year on May 26, anticipated as one of the biggest entertainment launches in history, while Nintendo’s Switch 2 makes its full-year debut with exclusive titles driving the new console’s momentum.

January Kickoff

2026 starts with diverse offerings: The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon (January 15) continues the beloved JRPG series across multiple platforms, while Code Vein 2 (January 30) brings action-RPG vampire hunting to PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin launches January 28 across consoles and mobile, and Hermit and Pig arrives on PC January 22.

Grand Theft Auto 6
Grand Theft Auto 6

February’s Blockbuster Month

February delivers heavy hitters across genres. Nioh 3 (February 6) brings Team Ninja’s punishing samurai action exclusively to PS5, while Deus Ex Remastered (February 5) revitalizes the cyberpunk classic across all platforms. Dragon Quest VII Reimagined (February 5) modernizes the RPG masterpiece, and My Hero Academia: All’s Justice (February 6) lets players experience superhero battles.

Mario Tennis Fever serves as a Switch 2 exclusive on February 12, while High on Life 2 (February 13) continues the comedic sci-fi shooter franchise. The month closes with Resident Evil Requiem (February 27), bringing survival horror across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, and PC.

Major ReleaseDatePlatforms
Grand Theft Auto 6May 26PS5, Xbox Series X|S
Resident Evil RequiemFebruary 27PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC
Nioh 3February 6PS5 exclusive
Crimson DesertMarch 19PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
Code Vein 2January 30PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC

March Triple Threat

March showcases variety with Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection (March 13) delivering turn-based monster collecting across all platforms. Crimson Desert (March 19) finally arrives after years of anticipation, while Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered (March 19) brings hack-and-slash classics to modern hardware.

Copa City (March 26) and Saros (March 20, PS5 exclusive) round out the month before 007 First Light (March 27) marks James Bond’s triumphant gaming return across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, and PC.

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Grand Theft Auto 6

GTA 6: The Entertainment Event

Rockstar Games’ Grand Theft Auto 6 represents the year’s undisputed centerpiece. The May 26 release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S follows over a decade of anticipation since GTA 5’s 2013 launch. Industry analysts predict record-breaking sales that could redefine entertainment launch metrics.

Switch 2 Exclusives

Beyond Mario Tennis Fever, Nintendo’s Switch 2 receives strong support with Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, and enhanced ports ensuring the platform appeals to diverse audiences alongside major multiplatform releases.

The packed release calendar ensures 2026 delivers constant excitement from January through May and beyond.

FAQs

When does Grand Theft Auto 6 release?

GTA 6 launches May 26, 2026 exclusively on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S with no PC version announced.

What major games release in February 2026?

Nioh 3, Resident Evil Requiem, Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, Deus Ex Remastered, and Mario Tennis Fever all launch in February.

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