Tides of Annihilation is a cinematic, narrative action-adventure with fast-paced combat, set in a modern city overrun by otherworldly forces. Summon allies and take on bosses - sweet, could be cool.

Housemarque’s next game, Saros, is coming to PS5 in 2026. A reportedly fast-paced, roguelite shooter, each death alters the world while unlocking new upgrades. While it shares Returnal’s DNA, it introduces fresh mechanics and a new setting. Looks rad.

Nintendo has finally unveiled the Nintendo Switch 2 in a brief promo, confirming rumours (leaks) of a larger, more powerful hybrid console. Set for release in 2025, it supports OG Switch games, retains detachable Joy-Cons, and includes a new Mario Kart. Pricing remains unannounced.

Balatro isn’t just a great game - it’s a revelation. Its inventiveness and razor-sharp design all but set a new standard. With perfectly balanced mechanics and inspired, creative decisions, every moment feels deliberate, rewarding, extraordinary. A true masterpiece. Even in a year with lots of great releases, an easy pick for game of the year.

Amongst all the trailers and announcements, Astro Bot triumphed over the awards themselves, taking home Game of the Year and three additional honours, including Best Game Direction. Balatro had three wins, while Metaphor: ReFantazio and HELLDIVERS 2 also scored multiple.

Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet is a new sci-fi game for PS5. Play as Jordan A. Mun, a bounty hunter stranded on Sempiria, a planet isolated for centuries. Featuring a score by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, “survive and attempt the first escape in over 600 years”. Looks super cool.

Borderlands 4 brings the series to the planet Kairos, featuring four new Vault Hunters, co-op for up to four players, the series’ signature looter-shooter gameplay and wAcKinEsS. Coming in 2025.

The Outer Worlds 2 has been announced via gameplay trailer. Explore a new colony, team up with a fresh crew, and get set for adventure. Launching in 2025.

Fumito Ueda (Ico, Shadow of the Colossus) has revealed his next project, codename Project Robot! Backed by Epic Games, but other details are scarce - judging by the trailer, we can expect his signature style of mystery and awe.

FromSoftware and Bandai Namco reveal Elden Ring: Neightreign, a standalone multiplayer co-op survival game (???). Team up in Limveld to survive a three-day cycle, fight bosses, and eventually face the Nightlord. With “unique heroes, evolving maps, and relic upgrades, every run is a new challenge”. Elden Ring co-op roguelike? I need it now, please.