Overview of Summer Game Fest 2025
The Summer Game Fest commenced on Friday with a two-hour event reminiscent of traditional E3 showcases. Host Geoff Keighley unveiled numerous game updates, fresh announcements, and a few surprises, including the highly anticipated release dates for some elusive titles. The event showcased games like Mafia: The Old Country, Dying Light: The Beast, and Fortnite, but the big surprises included a new Resident Evil installment, a Scott Pilgrim game, and even a Deadpool VR experience.
Major Announcements
If you missed the live event, here’s a summary of key announcements, release dates, trailers, and notable moments featured during the showcase.
New Titles and Updates
The franchise is set to undergo a significant change with the next mainline Resident Evil game, titled Resident Evil Requiem, launching on February 27, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X, bringing players back to Raccoon City. Additionally, Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio revealed its upcoming game, formerly known as Project Century, which is now titled Stranger Than Heaven and is set in the early 20th century.
Returning Favorites
Scott Pilgrim fans can rejoice as a new game, Scott Pilgrim EX, is set to release in 2026, developed by Tribute Games, who previously brought us the beloved Scott Pilgrim vs. The World. Moreover, Yacht Club Games announced that Mina the Hollower will be available on October 31.
Exciting New Releases
From publisher Annapurna Interactive comes Lego Voyagers, a co-op adventure for two players centered on building spaceships and nurturing friendships. Capcom also showcased Onimusha: Way of the Sword, a sequel arriving next year, along with a fresh narrative glimpse of Mafia: The Old Country.
Diverse Game Showcases
The event revealed various titles, including the new DLC for Lies of P, set to be available immediately, and the first gameplay for Dying Light: The Beast, launching on August 22. Furthermore, Bandai Namco is working on a sequel to Code Vein, which appears slightly less vampiric than its predecessor.
Upcoming Adventures
2026 will also see the arrival of Mortal Shell 2, a sequel to the 2020 action role-playing game. Additionally, Mundfish is developing Atomic Heart 2, featuring expansive storytelling in an alternate-history universe. This iteration promises a living world with significant role-playing elements. Notably, a MMORPG shooter titled The Cube is also on the way, set within the same universe.
