How June 2025’s Game Releases Compare to 2024’s

In the upcoming month, June, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach marks the continuation of Hideo Kojima’s intriguing post-apocalyptic universe, but that’s not all! June is brimming with numerous significant game launches, making it one of the most thrilling months in gaming this year. Apart from Death Stranding 2, the June schedule boasts a rich array of titles, promising an exhilarating gaming experience.

Introducing the debut of the Nintendo Switch 2: a flood of new games will be available for this latest console, offering gamers a variety of exciting choices. The month of June 2025 is brimming with gaming delights, making it an exceptionally active period for avid players in search of fresh content.

How June 2025 Compares to 2024

June 2025 June 2024
Mario Kart World (Switch 2) – June 5 Destiny 2: The Final Shape
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (PS5) – June 26 Star Wars Hunters
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma (Switch 2) – June 5 Killer Klowns From Outer Space: The Game
Deltarune Chapters 3 and 4 – June 5 Dark and Darker
Sonic x Shadow Generations (Switch 2) – June 5 V Rising
Sid Meier’s Civilization 7 (Switch 2) – June 5 Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Switch 2) – June 5 Monster Hunter Stories
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (Switch 2) – June 5 The Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Road
Split Fiction (Switch 2) – June 5 Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut (Switch 2) – June 5 Super Monkey Ball: Banana Rumble
Hitman World of Assassination – Signature Edition (Switch 2) – June 5 Beyond Good & Evil – 20th Anniversary Edition
Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster (Switch 2) – June 5 Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD
Street Fighter 6 (Switch 2) – June 5 SPYxANYA: Operation Memories
Hogwarts Legacy (Switch 2) – June 5
Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition (Switch 2) – June 5
Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour (Switch 2) – June 5
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time (Switch 2) – June 5
Dragon is Dead (PC) – June 6
MindsEye (PS5, PC, XSX/S) – June 10
Dune Awakening (PC) – June 10
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine – Master Crafted Edition (XSX/S, PC – Game Pass) – June 10
Stellar Blade (PC) – June 11
Wizard of Legend 2 (PC, PS5, XSX/S) – June 12
The Alters (PC, PS5, XSX/S) – June 13
Five Nights at Freddy’s: Secret of the Mimic (PS5, PC) – June 13
GEX Trilogy (PC, PS5, XSX/S, Switch) – June 16
Tron: Catalyst (PC, PS5, XSX/S, Switch) – June 17
Lost in Random: The Eternal Die (PC, PS5, XSX/S, Switch) – June 17
Wartorn (PC) – June 17
FBC Firebreak (PC, XSX/S, PS5) – June 17
Date Everything! (PC, PS5, Switch, XSX/S) – June 17
Spray Paint Simulator (Switch) – June 19
Rematch (PC, PS5, XSX/S) – June 19
Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, XSX/S) – June 19
Star Overdrive (PC, PS5, XSX/S) – June 19
BitCraft Online (PC) – June 20
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate (XSX/S, Xbox One) – June 24
Persona 5: The Phantom X (PC, Mobile) – June 26
System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster (PS5, PS4, PC, Switch, Xbox One, XSX/S) – June 26
Front Mission 3: Remake (Switch) – June 26
Tamagotchi Plaza (Switch) – June 27

Compared to June 2024, June 2025 seems almost insignificant in terms of video game releases. Last year only saw 13 games launched, while this year boasts an impressive 41 scheduled releases. Among the many exciting titles slated for this year, “Death Stranding 2” and “Mario Kart World” stand out as highlights. However, there are numerous intriguing Switch 2 ports that fill up the rest of the calendar.

While last year’s months were marked by notable launches, it was expansions, anniversary editions, and lesser-known titles that dominated. However, this June is shaping up to be a powerhouse with several high-profile releases.

The Switch 2 launches on June 5.

Switch 2 Ports Take Up the Spotlight

Moving from “Cyberpunk 2077” to “Split Fiction”, some of the most notable games from recent years are now joining the lineup for the new console. It’s almost unbelievable to think about a game as massive as “Cyberpunk 2077” appearing on Nintendo’s list, but the upcoming Switch 2 is making that a reality.

Among the standout games for the Switch 2 are CD Projekt Red’s sci-fi RPG, which joins the likes of Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom as must-haves. However, there’s a wealth of non-Nintendo games to explore beyond the Switch 2’s launch titles.

For newcomers such as “MindsEye”, “Dune Awakening”, and “FBC Firebreak”, gaming enthusiasts have plenty of exciting choices at their disposal. Even without the Switch 2 on June’s agenda, these titles, along with the much-anticipated “Death Stranding 2”, would still make for an exhilarating lineup.

“MindsEye” strives to combine elements from “Cyberpunk 2077” and “GTA”, while “Dune Awakening” transports franchise fans to the sandy deserts of Arrakis. On the other hand, “FBC Firebreak” is a multiplayer game set within Remedy Entertainment’s expansive universe, offering a refreshing departure for the developer.

Death Stranding is getting its own live-action adaptation produced by A24.

June 2025 Kicks Off a Big Summer for Gaming

This upcoming summer promises a significant boom for the gaming industry, as we welcome a fresh console loaded with an abundance of novel games. Naturally, the announcement of Switch 2 has stirred some debate, but predictions remain optimistic regarding its sales figures. The arrival of Switch 2 signifies a new epoch for Nintendo, and it will be intriguing to observe its initial performance during its early months.

The calendar for June presents an array of intriguing games, placing it among the most thrilling months of the year.

Going beyond just game launches, spectacles such as the Xbox Games Showcase and Summer Game Fest offer additional excitement for gamers. With a plethora of choices in June, it might feel overpowering; however, it effectively counterbalances the calmer July gaming scene.

As we move further into the year, it’s going to be thrilling to witness how everything unfolds. However, with titles such as “Death Stranding 2” and “Mario Kart World,” along with the arrival of a new console generation, June is shaping up to be an exceptional month.

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2025-06-02 20:05