100 New Games to Play on PC and Consoles in 2026 [Part 5 / FINALE]
New installments and fresh franchises from familiar developers
As we reach the final stretch of our “100 New Games to Play in 2026” series, PC and console gamers have plenty to look forward to. Following the multiplayer update for Elden Ring this year, 2026 brings The Duskbloods, offering challenging Souls-like gameplay in an online setting. Here’s what else awaits in the last part of our countdown.
The Duskbloods
FromSoftware and Nintendo collaborate on this PvPvE co-op action game set in a cursed European world. Players will face diverse enemies, work together with allies, and wield weapons from katanas to jetpacks while moving swiftly across the map via trains.
Exodus
An action RPG where the hero must recover ancient weapons and technology to save humanity from the Celestials. Every decision can shape the world’s fate, balancing survival and strategic impact over time.
Halo Campaign Evolved
A full remake of Halo: Combat Evolved featuring Master Chief and Cortana as they battle the Covenant. The game includes upgraded graphics and three new missions not present in the original.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword
Players step into feudal Kyoto as a mysterious samurai with the Oni Gauntlet, using sword combat to defeat the Genma demons. The Issen counter system enables powerful riposte attacks, blending strategy with action.
DreadOut 3
Third-person horror adventure inspired by Indonesian folklore, following Linda as she navigates between the human world and a spectral dimension, uncovering dark powers threatening the balance of light and darkness.
FIFA Heroes
Arcade-style 5v5 online football where players take on mascot roles, using special moves and climbing the ranks in PvE to build their dream team. Realism takes a backseat to fun and creative gameplay.
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined
A JRPG remake featuring Estard’s hero journeying through the past to reclaim a world overtaken by enemies. The game adds new quests, mini-games, and a dynamic battle system while keeping time-travel mechanics intact.
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave
Tactical RPG combining warfare and kingdom exploration, following heroes competing in The Heroic Game to obtain magical powers, each with unique motivations and backstories.
Starsand Island
A cozy life simulation on a personal island, inspired by Ghibli-style charm, allowing players to build relationships, enjoy serene landscapes, and experience a relaxing rural life.
Halloween
Asymmetrical horror where players choose to be Michael Myers or a survivor. Michael hunts relentlessly, while survivors must warn and save the townsfolk in Haddonfield before it’s too late.
Pokémon Champions
The ultimate Pokémon battle arena where players transfer Pokémon from all mainline games, including Violet & Scarlet, into cross-platform battles with classic turn-based mechanics.
Gears of War: E-Day
TPS action survival set during Emergence Day, where alien invaders threaten Earth. Online co-op lets players embody Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago in a visually intense, action-packed experience.
Cairn
A realistic climbing simulator set in the frozen Kami mountains. Players balance, plan routes, and master technical ascents while uncovering the mountain’s history.
I Hate This Place
An isometric open-world horror where Elena navigates a surreal, nightmarish world with neon-tinged 1980s comic-style visuals. Survival against monstrous threats is key.
Welcome to Doll Town
Survival horror following Yumi, a student trapped in a nightmare village once famous for handmade dolls. Players explore dark secrets, uncover mysterious deaths, and face cursed dolls in a foggy, abandoned setting.
Bubsy 4D
The orange wolf from the ’90s returns in a new 3D platformer, featuring obstacle-filled levels, unlockable skins, and alien world stages. Fans of classic platformers like Mario and Sonic will enjoy this revival.
The Coma 3: Bloodlines
A point-and-click survival horror continuing the series’ eerie story. The protagonist must escape a supernatural dimension that intersects with reality, making death impactful across worlds.
Marvel’s Wolverine
Insomniac Games’ action-adventure featuring Wolverine hunting the source of his dark secrets. Players will slice through enemies with brutal combat, guided by protagonist Liam McIntyle.
Tropico 7
Players lead an island nation, choosing between dictatorship or democracy. City planning and decision-making directly impact fame and success, supported by expanded campaigns and diverse maps.
Akiba Lost
A live-action visual novel following a mysterious disappearance of six girls. Featuring idol performances from Oguri Yui (AKB48) and Sayuri Matsumura (Nogizaka46), the game blends intrigue and interactive storytelling.
