Anticipated Video Games

The 2027 gaming calendar is already taking shape, with new adventures planned for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC and Nintendo Switch 2. Major franchises are returning with fresh entries, including Fable, Tomb Raider and Until Dawn, while new projects such as Uncanyon are bringing different ideas to the upcoming release schedule.

Some games have confirmed launch dates, while others are currently listed only for 2027. For players planning their next purchases, the distinction matters: a release window can change, and a game announced for one platform may not arrive on others at the same time.

Here is a look at the most anticipated games of 2027, based on announced release information available as of October 16, 2026.

The Most Anticipated Video Games of 2027

Until Dawn 2

• Release date: January 28, 2027
• Confirmed platform: PlayStation 5
• Developer: Firesprite

The interactive horror series returns with Until Dawn 2, a new story in which players guide a group of characters through a dangerous situation on Akishima Island. As in the original game, player decisions are expected to shape the characters’ survival and relationships.

Sony confirmed the January 28 launch date in September 2026. The project also involves AdHoc Studio, known for its narrative-focused work on Dispatch.

Metro 2039

• Release date: February 4, 2027
• Confirmed platform: PlayStation 5
• Developer: 4A Games

Metro 2039 is the next major entry in the post-apocalyptic shooter franchise. Its announced story follows a new protagonist, the Stranger, as he returns to the underground Metro tunnels and the devastated world surrounding Moscow.

PlayStation confirmed the February 4, 2027 release date in September 2026, alongside footage captured on PS5 Pro. Other platform availability should be checked against the developer’s latest announcement before publication.

Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis

• Release date: February 12, 2027
• Confirmed platform: PlayStation 5
• Developers: Crystal Dynamics and Flying Wild Hog

Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis is a reimagining of Lara Croft’s original 1996 adventure. The project rebuilds the classic exploration, puzzles and combat for modern hardware, with expanded environments and updated gameplay.

PlayStation announced the February 12, 2027 release date in June 2026. The game is designed to introduce Lara’s original adventure to new players while revisiting familiar locations for longtime fans.

Fable

• Release date: February 23, 2027
• Confirmed platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PC and PlayStation 5
• Developer: Playground Games

The new Fable is an open-world action RPG set in Albion, a fantasy world where player decisions influence reputation and relationships with its inhabitants. The game combines combat, exploration and character-driven choices.

Xbox has confirmed February 23, 2027 as its launch date, with the game also planned for PC and PS5. It is one of the year’s major fantasy releases to watch.

Final Fantasy VII Revelation

• Release date: April 8, 2027
• Confirmed platform: Nintendo Switch 2

Nintendo’s September 2026 announcement lists Final Fantasy VII Revelation for April 8, 2027, on Switch 2. It is among the notable role-playing game releases currently appearing on Nintendo’s 2027 schedule. Readers should consult the publisher’s latest announcements for any additional platforms or changes to the release date.

Persona 4 Revival

• Release date: May 20, 2027
• Confirmed platform: Nintendo Switch 2

Persona 4 Revival is another RPG listed for 2027. Nintendo’s September announcement gives the game a May 20 launch date on Switch 2. More information about other platforms and regional availability should be confirmed as official details emerge.

More 2027 Games to Watch

The following games have been announced for 2027, but their exact release dates remain unconfirmed in the announcements cited here.

Game	Confirmed platform information	Release window
Tomb Raider: Catalyst	PlayStation 5 confirmed	2027
Uncanyon	PlayStation 5 confirmed	2027
Kingdom Hearts IV	Nintendo lists the title for Switch 2	2027
Metroid Ravenous	Nintendo Switch 2	January 28, 2027
Kirby and the World Beyond	Nintendo Switch 2	Spring 2027

Uncanyon is a puzzle-focused adventure from Graceful Decay and Annapurna, while Tomb Raider: Catalyst is a new Lara Croft adventure set in Northern India. Nintendo’s release schedule also lists Kingdom Hearts IV, Metroid Ravenous and Kirby and the World Beyond for its upcoming lineup.

What Players Should Expect From 2027

The announced lineup points toward a year with a strong mix of horror, role-playing and adventure games. Established franchises are returning, but smaller projects such as Uncanyon offer alternatives for players who want something beyond large open-world releases.

The release calendar is still developing. Games without exact dates may shift between months, and platform announcements can change as development progresses. Players should check official developer and publisher pages before preordering or planning a purchase around a specific launch date.

For now, Until Dawn 2, Metro 2039, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis and Fable are among the clearest confirmed dates to put on a 2027 gaming calendar.