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The Witcher 4 is targeting a 2028 release
CD Projekt RED has announced that The Witcher 4 is targeting a 2028 release window. This update was shared by CD Projekt Co-CEO Michał Nowakowski ahead of the studio's appearances at Gamescom Opening Night Live. The Witcher 4 was previously revealed at The Game Awards 2024.
Nästa Kingdom Come och Darksiders 4 släpps innan mars 2028
Embracer Group has revealed in its latest interim report that the next installments in the Kingdom Come and Darksiders series are slated for release between April 2027 and March 2028. Darksiders 4, developed by Gunfire Games, will feature all four horsemen of the apocalypse. The next Kingdom Come game is likely Kingdom Come: Deliverance, a planned open-world RPG from Warhorse Studios, though no new information was provided on Warhorse's The Lord of the Rings project.
Kingdom Hearts 4 finally has a release window, if not quite a firm release date
Kingdom Hearts 4 is slated for a late 2027 release window, as announced at Disney's D23 2026 showcase. The game will launch on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, kicking off the new Lost Master Arc. Square Enix also denied claims that AI was used for assets in the Kingdom Hearts Collection 1-3, stating human error was responsible for issues.
Highly Anticipated PlayStation 5 RPGs Get Release Date Window
Embracer Group has announced that Darksiders 4 and the next Kingdom Come game are slated for release within their fiscal year of April 2027 to March 2028. The next Kingdom Come title is rumored to be Kingdom Come Salvation, developed by Warhorse Studios, which may also be working on a Middle-Earth RPG.
'God of War Laufey will be available on disc' — Sony Santa Monica may have hinted at the game's release window with physical announcement
Sony Santa Monica has confirmed that God of War Laufey will be released on physical disc, suggesting a launch before January 2028. This announcement comes after Sony Interactive Entertainment revealed plans to discontinue physical game disc production starting in 2028. The confirmation implies the game will likely release before the end of 2027.
Deltarune Chapter 6 Will Release in 2027, Chapter 5 Shatters Concurrent Player Records on Steam
Creator Toby Fox has announced that Deltarune Chapter 6 is slated for a 2027 release. The article also notes that Chapter 5 has achieved record-breaking concurrent player numbers on Steam.
Sony 'Hopes' to Launch PS5's God of War Laufey in the First Half of 2027
Sony's Santa Monica Studio is reportedly targeting a first-half 2027 release for God of War Laufey, though plans could change. The game was initially rumored to be a PlayStation 5 title, but there's speculation it might become a cross-gen release for the PlayStation 6.
Metro 2039 arrives 12 years early as devs confirm February 2027 release window
The release window for Metro 2033 has been confirmed for February 2027. This announcement comes 12 years after the game's initial launch, suggesting a potential remake or a significant update is planned.
Control Resonant Developer Remedy Admits Packed September Release Window 'Is Challenging,' but It Has a Plan
Remedy Entertainment acknowledges that launching Control Resonant in the crowded September release window presents a challenge. The studio plans to support the game with its most extensive marketing campaign to date to ensure it stands out.
God of War Laufey's release reportedly isn't "years away," but don't expect a PC launch
A reliable journalist suggests that the upcoming game God of War Laufey is not years away from release, despite not having an official window. It has also been reported that the game will not be launching on PC, following a trend of PlayStation ending PC support for major single-player titles.
Dawn of War IV release date window revealed in Embracer earnings report
Embracer Group's earnings report indicates that Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV is slated for release between July and September 2026. This timeframe places it in the first half of Embracer's 2026/27 financial year, alongside Gothic 1 Remake. Other major releases for the company in the same financial year include Metro 2039 and Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis.
Gears of War E-Day release window potentially hinted at by AAA TripleMania sponsorship
The Gears of War E-Day logo appearing as a presenting sponsor for AAA TripleMania 34, an event with historical ties to video game release announcements, suggests a potential September 2026 release window. This timing aligns with the one-year anniversary of Gears of War: Reloaded's launch on current-generation platforms, including PlayStation 5, potentially capitalizing on a newly expanded player base.
Gears of War: E-Day's release window might have been revealed through a WWE Triplemania advert
The release window for Gears of War: E-Day may have been revealed through a WWE Triplemania 34 advertisement. The event, scheduled for September 11th and 13th, features the game's logo as a sponsor, suggesting a potential release in late 2026. This timing would place it before Grand Theft Auto 6's November release and amidst other major game launches.
Release Dates/Windows
Disgaea Mayhem has announced its release date with a trailer, confirming its availability on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC. Additionally, the game Tyr has revealed a release window of Summer.
Dispatch gets summer 2026 release window on Xbox platforms
AdHoc Studio has announced that their game Dispatch is slated for a summer 2026 release window on Xbox consoles. Further details regarding specific platforms within the Xbox family are expected closer to launch.
Release Dates/Windows
The development team for Eldritch Horror: Digital Edition has announced a delay to its release. A new release window will be communicated to players soon.