The gaming industry continues to heat up in May 2025 with exciting new titles, major announcements, and teasers that have players eagerly anticipating what’s next. Here’s a roundup of the most important gaming news you need to know this month.
🔥 Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Gets Release Date
FromSoftware has finally confirmed the release date of the much-anticipated expansion Shadow of the Erdtree for Elden Ring. The DLC launches on June 21, 2025, and promises new areas, weapons, and some of the most difficult bosses yet. Fans of the award-winning title can expect the same dark fantasy worldbuilding and challenging gameplay that made the original game a masterpiece.
🎮 Call of Duty 2025 Teased by Activision
Activision has officially teased the next installment of Call of Duty, expected to release in November 2025. According to leaks, the game may return to the Black Ops series, possibly set during a near-future global conflict. A full reveal is expected at the Xbox Showcase in June. Early rumors suggest improved AI, destructible environments, and cross-platform multiplayer at launch.
🕹️ New Nintendo Switch 2 Details Leak
New leaks about the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 suggest a late 2025 release, with improved graphics powered by NVIDIA DLSS, faster load times, and backwards compatibility with original Switch games. The console is rumored to launch with titles like Mario Kart World and a new Zelda spin-off. Nintendo has not officially confirmed these details, but fans are already hyped.
👾 Indie Spotlight: "Starborn Saga" Impresses at IndieX 2025
At this year’s IndieX event, Starborn Saga stole the spotlight. This pixel-art RPG combines deep storytelling with roguelike elements and has drawn comparisons to Undertale and Dead Cells. A demo is now available on Steam, and the full game is set for release in August 2025.
📈 Esports Growth in 2025
The global esports market continues to grow, with revenues projected to exceed $2.1 billion in 2025. Titles like Valorant, League of Legends, and Counter-Strike 2 remain dominant, and mobile esports are seeing rapid growth in Asia and Latin America. This trend shows how competitive gaming is becoming a mainstream entertainment platform worldwide.