Coming soon — 2026-2027
The most anticipated games of the coming year with system-requirement forecasts based on the engine and industry insights.
Same End
📅 Announced
~65/100
Dungeon of Hope
📅 Announced
~65/100
Shine on Savior
📅 Announced
~65/100
Destination Empire
📅 Announced
~65/100
Gear Notes -ogre slayer-
📅 Announced
~65/100
RELICTUM
📅 Announced
~65/100
Chess Peace
📅 Announced
~65/100
Ready Set Metro!
📅 Announced
~65/100
Final Boss
📅 Announced
~65/100
Mantradox Untitled
📅 Announced
~65/100
Tropical Company
📅 Announced
~65/100
Destructor2D
📅 Announced
~65/100
A Nice Safe Job
📅 Announced
~65/100
Modforsaken
📅 Announced
~65/100
2 Etoiles sont nées
📅 Announced
~65/100
Sal Terrae: in search of SALT
📅 Announced
~65/100
Solis
📅 Announced
~65/100
无冕之龙 | Uncrowned Dragon
📅 Announced
~65/100
RockConcert
📅 Announced
~65/100
Bravely Doomed
📅 Announced
~65/100
Thimbleweed Park 2
📅 Announced
~65/100
The Blade
📅 Announced
~65/100
About Thieves
📅 Announced
~65/100
Oblivions Garden
📅 Announced
~65/100
Under Mythos
📅 Announced
~65/100
Shalvatian - The Witches of Renewal
📅 Announced
~65/100
Bolero: The Lost Isle
📅 Announced
~65/100
Nightmare Loop
📅 Announced
~65/100
PIO: A Robot’s Story
📅 Announced
~65/100
Ilias: Appetite for Glory
📅 Announced
~65/100
MindCleaver
📅 Announced
~65/100
Akos
📅 Announced
~65/100
個人按摩工作室：Secret Massage
📅 Announced
~65/100
Hamlet
📅 Announced
~65/100
VIOLENCE DOLL バイオレンスドール
📅 Announced
~65/100
Cuervito Fumanchu: Pitiados
📅 Announced
~65/100
DUALITY
📅 Announced
~65/100
Synvector
📅 Announced
~65/100
Malk
📅 Announced
~65/100
Stone to Stars
📅 Announced
~65/100
Calendar of the most anticipated releases
FPSHQ tracks all major AAA announcements and publishes system-requirement forecasts before a game ships. We use the game engine, technologies (DLSS / FSR / RT / PT), real developer comments and comparison with the studio's previous projects.
Major releases of 2026
- Q1 2026: Monster Hunter Wilds (Capcom), Avowed (Obsidian), Hollow Knight Silksong (we hope!)
- Q2 2026: South of Midnight, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (PS5, PC in 6-12 months)
- Q3 2026: Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra, Black Myth Wukong DLC
- Q4 2026: Grand Theft Auto VI (console release), Half-Life 3?
How we forecast requirements
For each upcoming game we build a forecast of minimum, recommended and optimal requirements based on: 1) the game engine (UE5, RE Engine, REDengine, Source 2 — each with its own demand profile); 2) the studio's previous projects; 3) developer comments at showcases; 4) industry insights.
Frequently asked questions about upcoming releases
What are the most anticipated games of 2026?
Top 5 anticipated 2026 releases: 1) Grand Theft Auto VI (Rockstar) — consoles November 2026, PC expected 2027; 2) The Elder Scrolls VI (Bethesda) — rumored 2026–2027; 3) Hollow Knight: Silksong; 4) Wolverine by Insomniac; 5) Star Wars Eclipse by Quantic Dream.
When will GTA VI come to PC?
Officially the GTA VI PC version is not confirmed or dated. Based on Rockstar history: GTA V came to PC 2 years after consoles, RDR 2 after 1 year. Expected window for GTA VI PC — late 2027 or 2028.
Can I see system requirements before release?
Yes, we publish system-requirement forecasts based on the game engine and developer comments. Forecasts are tagged "FPSHQ Forecast" and updated after official announcements.
Which games release in the first half of 2026?
Confirmed H1 2026 releases: Hollow Knight Silksong, Monster Hunter Wilds, Avowed (Obsidian), South of Midnight, Death Stranding 2 (PC in 6–12 months), Marvel 1943 Rise of Hydra.
When will Elder Scrolls VI release?
TES VI has been in active development at Bethesda since 2023. Release is expected no earlier than 2027, more likely 2028. It will use the new Creation Engine 3 with UE5-like effects. Xbox/PC exclusive via Game Pass.
Will console exclusives come to PC?
Sony keeps porting its former exclusives to PC after 1–3 years (Spider-Man, God of War, Horizon Forbidden West, The Last of Us). Microsoft: all Xbox exclusives launch on PC simultaneously via Game Pass.
Which DLSS 4 games are expected?
DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation is supported only on the RTX 50 series. Announced DLSS 4 games: Cyberpunk 2077 (via patch), Alan Wake 2, Hogwarts Legacy, Marvel Spider-Man 2 PC, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.
Which engines are trending for future games?
Unreal Engine 5 is the clear leader of 2026, used for most AAA games. CryEngine — niche. Unity — indie and mobile. In-house engines: RE Engine (Capcom), id Tech 7 (Bethesda/id), Decima (Sony Guerrilla), Snowdrop (Ubisoft Massive).
Is my PC ready for future releases?
The trend is rising VRAM requirements (12+ GB) and Path Tracing. With an RTX 4070 Super / RX 7900 XT and Ryzen 7 7700X / Core i5-14600K you are ready for most 2026–2027 AAA. For 4K with PT you need at least an RTX 4080 Super / RTX 5080.
Will there be VR releases in 2026?
Several major VR releases: Marvel Iron Man VR PC, a Half-Life Alyx 5th-anniversary release with DLC, Resident Evil 9 VR Mode, Beat Saber X (new iteration). SteamVR also keeps evolving.
Which indie games to expect?
Most anticipated indies of 2026: Silksong (Hollow Knight 2), Tunic 2 (announcement expected), Manor Lords full release (EA in 2024), a new game from the Stardew Valley creators, Pizza Tower 2.
Where to follow announcements?
The year's main events: Summer Game Fest (June), Gamescom Opening Night Live (August), The Game Awards (December), Sony State of Play (every 3–6 months), Xbox Showcase, Nintendo Direct. On FPSHQ we publish digests after every major show.