As the gaming industry continues to evolve, May 2025 has brought a mix of exciting announcements, unexpected delays, and glimpses into the future of interactive entertainment. Here's a comprehensive look at the latest developments:
🕹️ Grand Theft Auto VI Delayed to 2026
Rockstar Games has officially announced that the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI will be delayed from its initial late 2025 release to May 2026. The decision aims to ensure the game meets the high-quality standards fans expect. Following the announcement, shares of Rockstar's parent company, Take-Two Interactive, dropped by 8%. However, analysts believe the delay is a minor setback for a game over a decade in development and prefer it over a rushed release that could harm reviews and investor confidence .
🎮 Highlights from Gamescom Latam 2025
The FGS Live event at Gamescom Latam 2025 showcased 18 new game trailers, offering a diverse range of genres and experiences. Notable announcements included:
- The Shadow Syndicate
- Little Mage
- Rematch
- The Alters
- Blades of Fire by MercurySteam
The event highlighted the industry's current diversity, reflecting a wide array of creative visions and gameplay styles .
🏆 Game of the Year 2025 Contenders
With Grand Theft Auto VI delayed, the race for the 2025 Game of the Year is wide open. Leading contenders include:
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 – A debut RPG from Sandfall Interactive, praised for its polished narrative.
- Split Fiction – A co-op action-adventure from Hazelight.
- Blue Prince – An indie favorite gaining critical acclaim.
- Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 – A medieval RPG sequel.
- Monster Hunter Wilds – Known for its refined visuals.
- Indiana Jones and the Great Circle – A cinematic adventure.
These titles exhibit key traits favored by the Game Awards jury: high Metacritic scores, strong storytelling, and polished production values .
🚗 Upcoming Releases to Watch
Several highly anticipated games are set to release in the coming months:
- Mario Kart World (June 5, 2025): Launching alongside the Nintendo Switch 2, this installment introduces an open-world format, a knockout tournament mode, and supports up to 24 players .
- Doom: The Dark Ages (May 15, 2025): A prequel to Doom (2016), this title offers a heavier, more grounded combat experience, introducing new weapons and the ability to pilot vehicles like a cybernetic dragon .
- Borderlands 4 (September 12, 2025): Set on the new planet Kairos, this sequel features a seamless world without loading screens, new vehicles, and an all-new cast of characters .