Kicking off the new year, January 2025 promises an exciting lineup for gaming enthusiasts. Let’s take a closer look at what’s hitting the shelves.
Starting strong, “Wuthering Waves” makes its debut on PS5 right after the New Year’s celebrations on January 2. Fast forward a few days to January 7, and fans of the “Ys” series can dive into “Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana,” available on PlayStation and Switch. “Freedom Wars Remastered” is scheduled for release on January 10 across multiple platforms, including PC and Nintendo Switch, while on January 14, PC gamers can start exploring “Hyper Light Breaker” in its early access phase.
Mid-January is action-packed with titles like “Age of Darkness: Final Stand” launching on January 15 for PC users and “Donkey Kong Country Returns HD” greeting Switch owners on January 16. The following day, January 17, is quite a game extravaganza with three big releases: “Tales of Graces f Remastered,” “Dynasty Warriors: Origins,” and “Bright Memory: Infinite” for mobile devices.
Come January 23, Star Wars fans get a treat with “Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles” rolling out on all major platforms, while “Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist” also becomes available on PC. Concluding the month’s highlights, “Marvel’s Spider-Man 2” swings onto the PC platform on January 30 alongside the anticipated “Sniper Elite: Resistance.”
As we edge into February, gamers can anticipate titles like “Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2” and the quirky “Rift of the NecroDancer,” kicking off the month’s lineup. Particularly noteworthy is “Civilization 7,” arriving on Valentine’s Day alongside a trio of games: “Date Everything!”, “The Legend of Heroes: Trails through Daybreak 2,” and a remastered “Tomb Raider IV-V-VI.” Late February brings “Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii,” a fresh adventure set for February 21, followed closely by “Monster Hunter Wilds,” ready to pounce on action RPG enthusiasts by month’s end.
March keeps the momentum going with more hits like “Wanderstop” and “Rise of the Ronin,” perfect for those seeking new worlds to explore. On March 20, both “Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition” and “Assassin’s Creed Shadows” set out to capture players’ attention, each with their unique narratives and grand landscapes. Toward the month’s end, titles like “AI Limit” and “Atomfall” strive to keep gamers engaged, perhaps a gateway to the upcoming spring releases.
April starts off with a nostalgic nod; “Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time” will enchant the Switch audience. As the month unfolds, expect the likes of “South of Midnight” and a remastered “Lunar Collection,” promising revamped classics and new storytelling to appreciate. On April 24, “Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves” revives the fighting game genre for both old fans and new players.
By June, sports and strategy fans get their time in the sun as “Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road” heads to various platforms, teeing up a mid-year gaming treat.
Skip ahead to October, and the long-anticipated “Double Dragon Revive” is on the horizon, re-imagining a classic for modern consoles. It’s a testament to the ever-expanding landscape behind classic-and-new gaming experiences alike.
As for the rest of 2025, there are plenty of tantalizing teasers without concrete release dates. Titles like “Borderlands 4” and “Death Stranding 2” keep anticipation building, hinting at a year just brimming with potential no matter your genre preference.
Overall, 2025 is shaping up to be a vibrant year in gaming, with a healthy dose of nostalgia, innovative indie projects, and blockbuster sequels ensuring there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re exploring space, battling dragons, or building empires, the year’s expansive lineup guarantees a compelling journey through pixelated worlds.
