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Gaming is one of the fastest-growing sectors in entertainment.

Around the world, hundreds of millions of players regularly log in to their favorite gaming platforms for some downtime. Whether playing competitively or just for fun, there’s a title suited for every type of gamer out there.

The same is true for the platform. Even mobile gamers have access to some truly advanced and exciting games. They might be competing in a more advanced genre like PUBG: Mobile, a game that pays out almost $20 million to champions across various eSports leagues. Some players might even move internationally for a better chance at making a pro team.

But even on a much smaller scale, gaming is popular. Aside from world-renowned games like PUBG, more casual favorites see just as much action. For example, roulette is one of the world’s most popular casino games—which can be played by gamers with just about any device. They even have options related to which variation of roulette they’d like to play.

Despite the sheer range of titles available to gamers right now, some have their eyes fixed on the horizon. With more gamers active than ever before, new releases are big business for developers—and there are constantly a handful of big-name games preparing to hit the market.

Can you name which high-profile games are set for release in 2025? Let’s explore next year’s biggest releases—including one console.

Nintendo Switch 2

When the Nintendo Switch hit the market in 2017, it demonstrated a radical new idea in gaming. The Japanese developer delivered a dual console that could function as a handheld or be hooked up to a TV screen. It looks like Nintendo will up the ante again with the release of its second-gen Switch 2.

But Nintendo has been tight-lipped about the 2025 release date, with many analysts expecting a March 2025 launch. The new Switch is expected to have boosted computing power, redesigned controllers, and even a co-processor chip that would boost graphics when connected to a screen.

GTA 6

By far the most highly anticipated game set for release in 2025 is Grand Theft Auto 6. The release comes over a decade after the launch of GTA 5, which is often regarded as one of the most entertaining game releases of all time. At the moment, the 2025 launch is slated for autumn.

So, what can gamers expect from this new open-world adventure? The game will remain centered around a place called Vice City, which is loosely based on Miami in the 1980s. There may even be a retro vibe throughout depending on which era the developer, Rockstar, chose to focus on.

Civilization 7

The Civilization series is a long-running and hugely popular turn-based strategy game. The first release dates back to 1991. Since then, the game’s objective hasn’t evolved too much. Players must carefully build and spread the reach of their empire, which is based on real-world eras like the rise and fall of Mesopotamia, Ancient Egypt, and more.

The 7^th installation will depart slightly from past themes. In the past, releases have focused on specific eras, allowing players to choose from various civilizations within those time periods. In the new release, players will be able to ‘mix and match’ their leaders in a ‘three-era system’. Though some are worried about historical accuracy, others are excited by the less rigid take.

Death Stranding 2

2019’s Death Stranding was a major release from Kojima Productions, headed by gaming legend Hideo Kojima. The game was a daring project for a few reasons. First, its narrative covers a post-apocalyptic world and a hero on a chilling adventure. Second, the game uses cinema-quality cinematography to delight and entrench players in the unique world.

The second release picks up where the first leaves off. However, the details are still being withheld from the public. Though the game has a 2025 release, the dates have yet to be announced—and players don’t yet have a game trailer to sink their teeth into.

 

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