The 10 Most Anticipated Video Games of 2026: What’s Left to Play?

 We’ve officially survived the first quarter of 2026, and the year is just getting started. From the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 to the massive leaks surrounding GTA VI, the ShoortMedia community has had plenty to discuss.

But looking at the calendar for May through December, the "Heavy Hitters" are still waiting in the wings. Here are the 10 games that will define the rest of 2026.

1. Grand Theft Auto VI (November 19)

The undisputed king. With recent PSN leaks suggesting an $80 price point, all eyes are on Rockstar to see if Leonida lives up to a decade of hype.

2. 007: First Light (May 27)

From the creators of Hitman, this James Bond origin story promises "Social Stealth" and globe-trotting sandbox missions that haven't been seen since GoldenEye.

3. Forza Horizon 6 (May 19)

The rumors were true: we are going to Japan. Expect neon-drenched Tokyo streets, mountain drift passes, and the most advanced weather system ever seen in a racing game.

4. Pokémon Pokopia (Launch Window)

A "Cozy" revolution for the Pokémon franchise. Think Animal Crossing meets Minecraft, designed specifically to show off the power of the new Switch 2 hardware.

5. Marvel’s Wolverine (Q4 2026)

Insomniac is moving from the friendly neighborhood Spider-Man to the gritty, violent world of Logan. Expect a "Mature" rated experience with physics-based claw combat.

6. Ghost of Yotei: Legends (March 10)

While the main game arrived last year, the massive free co-op expansion drops this month, bringing supernatural classes and 4-player raids to the hauntingly beautiful Yotei landscape.

7. Reanimal (TBA 2026)

From the creators of Little Nightmares, this co-op horror journey is already being called the most "unsettling" game of the decade.

8. Slay the Spire 2 (Early Access - March)

The sequel to the king of deckbuilders introduces 4-player co-op and a completely new engine. It’s the "one more turn" game of the year.

9. Crimson Desert (March 19)

This single-player epic from Pearl Abyss is set to push PC hardware to its absolute limit with its seamless transition between story and combat.

10. Beyond Good & Evil 2 (Yes, Really - December 2026)

After years in development hell, Ubisoft has finally locked in a date. Will it be the space-faring masterpiece we were promised, or a relic of the past?

Which of these is your #1 most wanted? Head over to our Discord to join the ShoortMedia hype train!