June will see the return of both Star Fox and Dead Or Alive, plus a new HD-2D roleplayer from Square Enix, but not before some important gaming showcases.
May was a very busy time for big video game releases. Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft all had new exclusives out, while James Bond and Batman received their best games in years, and Mixtape dominated the indie scene – partially thanks to the ridiculous controversy surrounding it.
By comparison, June stands to be much quieter since, despite E3’s death, publishers still use that month for prominent game reveals. Next week alone will see a new State of Play, Summer Game Fest, and an Xbox showcase, with Nintendo expected to drop a new Nintendo Direct before the end of the month.
As such, there’s a risk of new releases being overshadowed by announcements for upcoming games, so publishers tend to release less of them. That said, there are still plenty of exciting and intriguing games, both from bigger publishers and indie studios, launching throughout June.
Since it’s the month of showcases, there may even be some surprise shadow drops, although until there’s some kind of leak those are impossible to predict.
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Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch 2
The Xbox and Switch 2 ports of Final Fantasy 7 Remake only came out in January, but new fans have not had to wait too long for the sequel, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.
Seeing the first entry in Square Enix’s remake trilogy run on Switch 2 felt like a miracle and if the public demo (which covers the first two chapters) is any indication, Rebirth’s port is even more impressive, since it features a far larger and denser open world to explore.
What’s more exciting, though, is that now players across all platforms can catch up, the stage is set for the third and final part of the trilogy. Some theorise Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 could launch as early as 2027, which means it could be among next week’s big reveals.
Release date: June 3
The 7th Guest Remake
PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC
Spooky puzzle game The 7th Guest is mostly remembered for its at-the-time revolutionary visuals and use of live action footage. Naturally, that doesn’t impress now as much as it did back in 1993, so the game’s being remade.
Fans of the original will be relieved to know that the remake still makes use of live action actors, although the rest of the graphics have seen an obvious overhaul.
If you’re unfamiliar with The 7th Guest, it sees you explore a haunted mansion, solving puzzles to uncover the truth behind a mysterious incident from years ago.
Developer Vertigo Games also did a VR reimagining of The 7th Guest in 2023, which was pretty solid, so this remake is in good hands.
Release date: June 4
Gothic 1 Remake
PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC
Back in 2019, THQ Nordic released a playable teaser for a remake of 2001’s Gothic, to see if there was any demand for a full release. The answer must’ve been a resounding ‘yes’ as the project was greenlit the following year and is now set to launch in June.
If you’re not familiar with the series, the action role-player was very popular in European territories like Germany and Poland, despite launching with numerous bugs. Some even affectionately refer to it as the original Eurojank game.
Hopefully, the remake will be a smoother experience, although the original developer, German studio Piranha Bytes, is not involved, since it shut down in 2024. The remake is instead being handled by an entirely new studio in Spain, called Alkimia Interactive.
Release date: June 5
Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes Vs. Villains
PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and PC
Forget Zero Company, forget Galactic Racer, this is the most hype Star Wars video game of 2026. It’s Star Wars meets Monopoly; what’s not to love? … Well those graphics for one.
As incredibly limited as the concept seems, this version of Monopoly throws in some unique mechanics, like special abilities for each of its 28 playable characters, and options of teams of two or three to play against each other.
Fun fact: this is actually the second Star Wars themed Monopoly video game, as the first one came out almost 30 years ago in 1997. It was exclusive to PC and although a PlayStation 1 version was announced, it never came out.
Release date: June 11
Denshattack!
PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC
Denshattack! made a huge splash as one of the big reveals of last year’s Gamescom Opening Night Live showcase and is one of our most anticipated indie games of 2026.
It offers a delightfully outlandish premise of driving a train at intense speeds while jumping on and off rails, drifting round tight corners, and performing tricks to rack up points like it’s Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater.
While it is unambiguously anime inspired in its aesthetics, which also harken back to Sega’s Jet Set Radio, Denshattack! is in development at Spanish studio Undercoders.
If you’re still on the fence, there is a public demo available, but only on Switch 2 and PC via Steam.
Release date: June 17
The Adventures Of Elliot: The Millennium Tales
PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC
Square Enix’s trend of HD-2D games continues and after last year’s Octopath Traveler 0, its next project is the completely unrelated The Adventures Of Elliot: The Millennium Tales; a new contender for the most long-winded name for a video game.
Unlike the Octopath Traveler series, The Adventures Of Elliot is a top-down action-roleplaying game starring the titular Elliot and his fairy companion as they embark on a quest across different time periods.
At first glance it seems to be Square Enix’s attempt at an old school Legend Of Zelda game, but it has far more in common with the company’s own Mana series, particularly older entries like Secret Of Mana. The time travel aspect also brings to mind Chrono Trigger.
There’s a very meaty demo available across all platforms, which covers the game’s opening chapter and lets you carry your progress over to the full release.
Release date: June 18
and Roger
Nintendo Switch 2, iOS, and Android
An indie game by TearyHand Studio, a one-man developer in Japan, and Roger launched last year for PC and Switch 1, but is now seeing dedicated ports for Switch 2 and mobile devices.
It’s difficult to explain what and Roger is without completely spoiling it, but it begins with a small girl waking up to find her dad missing and a stranger in her home.
The story is told through point ‘n’ click minigames and puzzles, and while it’s a very short experience, and Roger has received praise and accolades for how it uses the medium of games to tell its narrative. It was nominated for the Game Beyond Entertainment category at this year’s BAFTAs but lost to Despelote.
A demo that covers the first 10 minutes of the game is available on Switch 1 and PC, but the full game is less than £5, so there’s really no harm in picking it up and playing it to fill up an afternoon.
Release date: June 18
R-Type Tactics 1 • 2 Cosmos
PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and PC
We were sadly not impressed with the R-Type 3 remake that launched in May, R-Type Dimensions 3, but that’s done little to hamper our excitement for the next R-Type remake: R-Type Tactics 1 • 2 Cosmos.
A compilation of two turn-based strategy game spin-offs, these are coming from Granzella (which was founded by former R-Type staff) and promises updated graphics, new post-game missions, and online support.
What’s especially exciting is that the second game, R-Type Tactics 2: Operation Bitter Chocolate (the best subtitle for any video game ever, we’re sure you’ll agree) has never launched in the West before, making this remake the first time many R-Type fans will get to play it.
Release date: June 18
EA Sports UFC 6
PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S
It’s been three years since the last EA published UFC game, so the series was due a sequel. Much like EA Sports UFC 5, this one is skipping PC and will be a console only release.
EA only dropped the announcement at the beginning of May and is promising not just improved fidelity and physics, but also 30 new unique Flow States where matching up each fighter’s real-world combat style earns you in-game boosts.
This is an EA sports game, though, so it’ll likely be riddled with microtransactions. EA has already confirmed two expansion passes, DLC fighters and skins, and an expensive Ultimate edition that includes seven days’ early access starting from June 12.
Release date: June 19
Dead Or Alive 6 Last Round
PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC
After a seven year hiatus, fighting game series Dead Or Alive is making quite the comeback for its 30th anniversary, starting with what’s being billed as the definitive version of 2019’s Dead Or Alive 6.
Dead Or Alive has always been a competent 3D fighter and Dead Or Alive 6 was actually a decent entry point for genre newbies, with a novel if basic combat system.
Returning players can carry over their save data and any DLC they purchased and there’ll be a free-to-play version so newcomers can test the game out before committing.
An all-new Dead Or Alive game is also in development for the PlayStation 5. The teaser trailer confirmed Ninja Gaiden’s Ryu Hayabusa and series regular Kasumi will be returning, but the fact Kasumi’s boobs got more screen time than her face makes it clear the series isn’t changing its approach to portraying female characters.
Release date: June 25