Top 5 Most Anticipated Games of August 2025

The summer heat is on, and so is the gaming release schedule! August 2025 is packed with promising titles that have been on our radar for months. Here are the five games you absolutely need to watch out for.

1. Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater

Release Date: August 28, 2025

Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC

 

Prepare to return to the jungle. Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is a faithful remake of the 2004 classic, rebuilding the legendary stealth-action experience from the ground up in Unreal Engine 5. Players will once again take on the role of Naked Snake on his mission to rescue a Russian rocket scientist and sabotage a superweapon. The remake promises to deliver the original's gripping narrative and deep stealth gameplay while introducing stunning modern visuals and audio design. For longtime fans and newcomers alike, this is a chance to experience the origin story of Big Boss in breathtaking detail.

2. Mafia: The Old Country

Release Date: August 8, 2025

Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC

 

The acclaimed Mafia series is back, this time taking players to a new setting in Mafia: The Old Country. While details are still emerging, the game is expected to deliver the franchise's signature blend of compelling narrative, authentic historical settings, and visceral third-person action. Following the lives of organized crime members, players will navigate a world of loyalty, betrayal, and high-stakes criminal enterprise. With the power of current-gen hardware, expect a meticulously detailed open world and an immersive cinematic experience that drops you right into the heart of the mob.

3. Gears of War: Reloaded

Release Date: August 26, 2025

Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PC

 

Lock and load, soldier. Gears of War: Reloaded is a full remake of the original game that started it all. This isn't just a simple remaster; the game has been completely rebuilt, offering a new generation of players the chance to experience the gritty and intense beginnings of Marcus Fenix's fight against the Locust Horde. Fans can expect the classic cover-based shooting mechanics that defined a generation of third-person shooters, now with vastly improved graphics, modernized controls, and potentially expanded content. This is the definitive way to experience the landmark title.

4. Dying Light: The Beast

Release Date: August 22, 2025

Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC

 

The parkour-infused zombie survival series returns with Dying Light: The Beast. Building on the foundation of its predecessors, this new installment is set to expand the open world with a new rural territory, introducing new threats and challenges. Players will once again have to scavenge for supplies, craft weapons, and use their incredible agility to survive in a world overrun by the infected. With the series' renowned day-night cycle, the tension is sure to be ratcheted up as the more dangerous volatiles emerge after dark. Prepare for a thrilling and terrifying new adventure in the Dying Light universe.

5. Lost Soul Aside

Release Date: August 29, 2025

Platforms: PlayStation 5, PC

 

Despite being a game many casual gamers might not have even heard of yet. Originally started as a one-man project by Chinese developer Yang Bing, the game has grown into a fully-fledged production under Ultizero Games, with backing from Sony. Now, after years of teases, it finally arrives on August 29, 2025 for PS5 and PC.

Lost Soul Aside, launching August 29, 2025 for PS5 and PC, is a fast-paced action RPG that blends the stylish combat of Devil May Cry with the fantastical worlds of Final Fantasy. Born from a solo developer’s viral project, it now stands as a full-scale production featuring transforming weapons, massive surreal creatures, and a hauntingly beautiful world. With its fluid combos, cinematic boss battles, and a dark yet vibrant aesthetic, it’s easily one of the most exciting upcoming titles for fans of flashy, adrenaline-pumping RPGs.