The next few years look thrilling for sci-fi fans. From Gearbox’s Borderlands 4 to BioWare’s new Mass Effect installment, several highly anticipated titles are set to launch in 2025 and beyond. Get ready to explore new galaxies with unique storylines and stunning gameplay. Here are the most noteworthy space-themed games you shouldn’t miss.
Prepare for New Space Adventures
The rise of space-themed productions in the gaming world has been notable in recent years. The announced schedule for 2025 and beyond promises to take us to different galaxies, featuring unique stories and compelling gameplay. The content ranges from the Star Wars universe to brand-new indie games.
With so many gaming options, choosing which titles to play can be tough. This list brings together the most popular games and potential surprises.
Upcoming Blockbuster Space Titles
| Game Title | Release Date | Platforms | Developer | Key Features |
| Borderlands 4 | September 12, 2025 | PC, Xbox Series X/S, PS5, Nintendo Switch 2 | Gearbox | Explosive Looter-Shooter action, unique cell-shaded art style, aims to improve story and character elements. |
| The Outer Worlds 2 | October 29, 2025 | PC, Xbox Series X/S, PS5 | Obsidian Entertainment | Satirical RPG in a new star system, known for its class-based humor and decision-making. |
| Metroid Prime 4: Beyond | 2025 | Nintendo Switch | Retro Studios | The return of the iconic First-Person Action-Adventure series with Samus Aran, focusing on atmosphere and a mysterious new threat. |
| High On Life 2 | February 13, 2026 | PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S | Squanch Games | A sequel that advances the humorous FPS style, involving an intergalactic conspiracy. |
| Marathon | 2026 | PC, Xbox Series X/S, PS5 | Bungie | A revival of the classic series with a modern focus on Online PvPvE gameplay. |
| Pragmata | 2026 (TBA) | PC, Xbox Series X/S, PS5 | Capcom | A Third-Person Action game set in a dystopian future on the moon, known for its dark atmosphere and action. |
| Mass Effect 4 | TBA | PC, Xbox Series X/S, PS5 | BioWare | The highly anticipated sequel to the legendary Space RPG trilogy, aiming to revive its legacy. |
| Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet | TBA | PS5 | Naughty Dog | A return to Sci-Fi with a bounty hunter stranded on a mysterious planet, featuring stunning visuals and intense Action. |
| Judas | TBA | PC, Xbox Series X/S, PS5 | Ghost Story Games | From the creator of BioShock, a narrative-driven First-Person Shooter set on a crumbling spaceship, emphasizing player choices and a deep narrative. |
| Star Wars Eclipse | TBA | PC, Xbox Series X/S, PS5 | Quantic Dream | A Narrative Adventure set in the High Republic era of Star Wars, focusing on branching storylines and the looming threat of the Nihil. |
| Exodus | TBA | PC, Xbox Series X/S, PS5 | Archetype Entertainment | A major new Sci-Fi RPG where humanity’s greatest enemy is its future self, featuring a time dilation mechanic and a cinematic story. |
Other Notable Space Explorations
- Mars Attracts (Early Access September 2025, PC, Outlier): A Theme Park Management Simulation where you build an amusement park on the Red Planet.
- Marvel Cosmic Invasion (2025, Multi-Platform, Tribute Games Inc.): A 2D Fighting Arena featuring Marvel’s cosmic heroes, with online multiplayer support.
- Falling Frontier (2025, PC, Stutter Fox Studios): An Indie Strategy Game with deep strategic elements and procedurally generated star systems.
- Aphelion (2026, PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Don’t Nod): A Story-Driven game about a European Space Agency expedition to the planet Persephone, prioritizing exploration and a dramatic atmosphere.
- Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf (2026, Multi-Platform, Wishfully): A visually artistic sequel focusing on puzzle-solving and stealth elements.
- Directive 8020 (2026, PC, Xbox Series X/S, PS5, Supermassive Games): The next installment in The Dark Pictures series, a Cinematic Horror game set in the distant future on the planet Tau Ceti f.
- The Expanse: Osiris Reborn (TBA, Multi-Platform, Owlcat Games): A Third-Person Action RPG set in the acclaimed The Expanse universe, featuring political intrigue and mercenary action.
- Gears of War: E-Day (TBA, PC, Xbox Series X/S, The Coalition): A prequel to the Gears of War series, focusing on the story of Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago during the pivotal Emergence Day.
Which of these upcoming space games are you most excited to play?
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