Plenty of great games are set for release next month in August, 2025, for PlayStation, Xbox, Switch 1/2, and PC, and we’re here to share the ones we feel stand out as the very best.
Next month will deliver a diverse lineup of games that includes plenty of role-playing games, shooters, platformers, and side-scrollers etc. We’ve shortlisted our pick to 5 games we feel are highlights for August, 2025. Continue reading to learn which of these games may be worth your time and money.
Lost Soul Aside (PS5/PC) – August 29
The Ultizero Games developed and Sony Interactive Entertainment is set to deliver a fast-paced action‑RPG that blends breakneck combat with a fantasy narrative. Players control Kazer, a warrior merged with a mysterious monster, as he journeys across a broken world in search of powerful stones and answers. With a stylish combo system and fluid traversal, it is shaping up to be a must‑play for fans of Devil May Cry and Bayonetta.
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater (PS5/Xbox Series X|S/PC) – August 28
This next-gen remake of Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater is powered by Unreal Engine 5, and delivers enhanced graphics along with modern controls. It faithfully revisits the Cold War mission of Naked Snake, while adding new features like 3D audio, battle damage systems, and the addictive “Snake vs Monkey” mode. Both Stealth and shooting mechanics have received a major overhaul. Both series veterans and newcomers can’t go wrong with this reimagining of this classic.
Dying Light: The Beast (PS5/Xbox Series X|S/PC) – August 22
Techland is switching up the zombie formula with Dying Light: The Beast with a welcome return to more horror-focused gameplay. This standalone sequel brings Kyle Crane into sprawling rural wilderness, blending visceral parkour, brutal melee combat, and coop support for up to four players. The game features a detailed world with biomes reminiscent of the Swiss Alps, vehicles, and a new “beast mode” that empower players with monster-like abilities. With a rich 20‑hour campaign plus 20–30 hours of side content, it offers great value and adrenaline-filled moments for fans of the survival horror genre.
Gears of War: Reloaded (PS5/Xbox Series X|S/PC) – August 26
With Gears of War: Reloaded, developers The Coalition, Sumo Digital, and Disbelief have remastered the original cover‑shooter in Unreal Engine 5, delivering 4K visuals and up to 120 fps, HDR, Dolby Atmos support, and full cross‑play across all platforms. It’s a nostalgic trip that’s sure to please long-time fans while also being a good starting point for those new to series. It’s the definitive way to experience the gritty, cinematic campaign and multiplayer mode that gave rise to an iconic franchise.
Kirby and the Forgotten Land – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star‑Crossed World (Switch 2) – August 28
Kirby returns exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 with this enhanced edition of Kirby and the Forgotten Land, featuring the new Star‑Crossed World expansion. The latter features a new story campaign, new Mouthful Modes, and new enemies as well as mini-bosses. Furthermore, with enhancements such as updated graphics, a higher resolution, and improved performance, it gives fans a reason to revisit the base game.
