July 2026 is set to be a significant month for new game releases, offering a wide array of titles across genres and platforms. Players can look forward to major expansions for established franchises, new entries in beloved series, and promising independent titles.
Id Software's Doom: The Dark Ages - Revelations arrives on July 7 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. This expansion delves into the Doom Slayer's backstory, exploring his betrayal and exile to purgatory. It introduces new levels, demons, and the Chain Spear weapon.
Fans of fighting games can anticipate Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game on July 2. This 1v1 title features hand-drawn animation and draws from a popular intellectual property, aiming to capture the essence of elemental martial arts. It will be available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.
The rhythm game genre sees a resurgence with Rhythm Heaven Groove, launching on July 2 for the Switch. This installment promises the series' characteristic blend of quirky minigames and musical challenges, with a demo available.
Indie gaming gets a supernatural twist with Moonlight Peaks, a cozy slice-of-life simulator with potion-crafting and gothic aesthetics. It launches on July 7 for PC and Switch 2.
Gaming classic Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag receives a modern update with Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced on July 9. This version aims to refresh the beloved swashbuckling adventure with updated graphics and modernized gameplay for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Playground Productions revives the Backyard Sports franchise with Backyard Baseball on July 9 for PC. The game will feature remastered stadiums, numerous teams, and characters, including a 3D rendition of Pablo Sanchez.
Sports enthusiasts can look forward to EA Sports College Football 27 on July 9 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. New features include customizable stadiums, dynamic weather, and a sideline Coach Mode.
Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Endless Ragnarok expands the fantasy action-RPG on July 9 for PC, PS5, PS4, and Switch 2. This new content adds a story arc, characters, and endgame activities to the existing game, moving away from gacha systems.
Echoes of Aincrad: Sword Art Online, an anime-inspired souls-like, is set to release on July 10 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. Based on the original Sword Art Online arc, it features character customization and challenging combat.
Palworld readies for its 1.0 release on July 10 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, following extensive early access development. Developer Pocketpair has indicated significant post-launch plans.
Digimon Story: Time Stranger arrives on Switch 2 on July 10, offering turn-based battles and a deeper focus on human-Digimon bonds.
A roguelike action game inspired by Hades, Ascend to Zero, will be available on July 13 for PC and Xbox Series X|S. It incorporates time-bending mechanics for strategic combat.
Horror fans can explore The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu on July 15 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. This Lovecraftian game tasks players with navigating a cursed jungle with paranoid teammates and dealing with reality-bending horrors.
Style and speed define Denshattack, a train-hopping game with influences from Tony Hawk's Pro Skater and anime. It launches on July 15 for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2 after a brief delay.
Heave Ho 2 introduces online co-op to the series on July 16 for PC, Switch 2, and Switch. The physics-based puzzle game challenges players to form chains to traverse eight themed worlds.
Moss: The Forgotten Relic reimagines the VR adventures of Moss for traditional consoles, releasing on July 16 for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Switch. This version allows players to experience the story without a VR headset.
Happy's Humble Burgatory offers a co-op simulator experience where players manage a fast-food restaurant that descends into a horror scenario. It releases on July 16 for PC.
Ratatan, a spiritual successor to the Patapon rhythm game series, launches on July 16 for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2. Developed by the original Patapon creators, it combines rhythmic roguelike action with a distinct visual style.
Train-based adventures continue with Fogpiercer, a sci-fi roguelike deckbuilder on rails, releasing on July 17 for PC. Players manage a train carrying survivors through a frozen world, battling bandits and upgrading their vehicle.
Desktop Explorer, a psychological thriller set within a simulated 1990s operating system, arrives on July 17 for PC. Players solve puzzles hidden within files and applications on an inherited computer.
Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster celebrates the 25th anniversary of Final Fantasy X with a new version for Switch 2 on July 23. This release includes enhanced visuals, a high-speed mode, and other quality-of-life improvements.
Splatoon Raiders, a spin-off treasure-hunting adventure, launches on July 23 for Switch 2. It features single-player and optional co-op modes.
Halo: Campaign Evolved offers an upgraded version of the original Halo on July 28 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. This release includes new missions, weapons, and gameplay enhancements.
Truck-kun Is Supporting Me From Another World, a game embracing the isekai trope, arrives on PC on July 29. Players fulfill objectives by transporting pedestrians to a fantasy world.
Kusan: City of Wolves, a top-down shooter reminiscent of Hotline Miami, launches on July 30 for PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2. It promises challenging action, skill-based puzzles, and tough boss encounters.
Lootbound, a tactical loot management roguelike, concludes the month on July 31 for PC. Players manage inventory and assemble a party to overcome challenging bosses in turn-based combat.