10 biggest upcoming games for 2023

Upcoming games for 2023 (Image via Unsplash/Florian Olivo)
Upcoming games for 2023 (Image via Unsplash/Florian Olivo)

This year is shaping up to be big for the gaming industry, with several highly-anticipated game releases on the horizon. From action-packed shooters to immersive RPGs, there's something for everyone in this year's lineup.

Some games like Diablo IV have been long awaited. It was first publicly unveiled at the BlizzCon 2019 convention but is yet to be made available to the masses four years later. The launch of Dead Island 2 was also declared in 2014-15, but after multiple delays, it will finally be launched this April.

This article will look at the 10 most anticipated upcoming games for 2023.


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Games set to be launched in 2023

1) Minecraft Legends

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Minecraft Legends is an upcoming action-adventure game developed by Mojang Studios. It is set in Minecraft, where players can explore vast, dangerous worlds, fight monsters, and discover hidden treasures.

Launch DateApril 18
PlatformsPS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch, PC
Developed ByMojang Studios

Online cooperative campaigns and multiplayer competitions are available in Minecraft Legends. Defend the Overworld by forming alliances with your friends.


2) Dead Island 2

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Dead Island 2 is an open-world action role-playing game where zombies are the main threat. Players can choose from various characters with unique skills and abilities and embark on a mission to survive in the post-apocalyptic world.

Launch DateApril 21
PlatformsPS4, PS5, Windows PCS, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S
Developed ByDambuster Studios

To complete your mission, you will have access to various weapons, including a shotgun, a deadly katana, and glass bottles.


3) Star Wars Jedi: Survivor

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Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is an upcoming action-adventure game developed by Respawn Entertainment. Set in the Star Wars universe, players control a Jedi Padawan who survived Order 66.

Launch DateApril 28
PlatformsPS5, Xbox Series X/S, Windows PCS
Developed ByRespawn Entertainment

Players must navigate dangerous environments, engage in battles, and use force to overcome obstacles.


4) Redfall

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Redfall is a first-person shooter title set in an open-world environment. The game takes place in a small town in Massachusetts, where players face off against a horde of vampires that have taken over the town.

Launch DateMay 2
PlatformsXbox Series X/S, Windows PC
Developed ByArkane Studios Austin

Players can choose from various characters with different abilities and skills and work together to defeat the vampire threat.


5) Street Fighter 6

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Street Fighter 6 is the latest addition to the iconic fighting game franchise. The game will feature new characters, improved graphics, and smoother gameplay.

Launch DateJune 2
PlatformsPS4, S5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S
Developed ByCapcom

Fans of the franchise eagerly anticipate the game's release, which promises to bring back the excitement and adrenaline of the classic Street Fighter games.


6) Diablo IV

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Diablo IV is the latest addition to the Diablo franchise and promises to be bigger and better than the previous games.

Launch DateJune 6
PlatformsPS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Windows PC
Developed ByBlizzard Entertainment

The game is set in a dark and gothic world, where players can choose from various classes and embark on a mission to save the world from evil forces.


7) Starfield

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Starfield is an upcoming space exploration game developed by Bethesda Game Studios. Set sometime in the future, players can explore various planets, engage in combat, and interact with alien species.

Launch DateSeptember 6
PlatformsXbox Series X/S, Windows PC
Developed ByBethesda Game Studios

The game is expected to offer stunning visuals, immersive gameplay, and an engaging storyline that will keep players hooked for hours.


8) Alan Wake II

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Alan Wake 2 is the long-awaited sequel to the critically acclaimed psychological horror game. The game is set in the same universe as the previous game, where players control the protagonist, Alan Wake, as he attempts to unravel the mysteries of the dark and twisted world.

Launch DateIn the second half of 2023
PlatformsPS5, Xbox Series X/S, Windows PC
Developed ByRemedy Entertainment

The game promises a more intense and immersive experience, with improved graphics, smoother gameplay, and new features to keep players on the edge of their seats.


9) Skull and Bones

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Skull and Bones is an upcoming action-adventure game developed by Ubisoft. It is set in a pirate world, where players can customize their ships, recruit crew members, and battle with other pirates.

Launch Date2023–2024
PlatformsPS5, Xbox Series X/S, Windows PC
Developed ByUbisoft Singapore

Experience the ultimate pirate fantasy solo or with other players as you indulge in the dangerous eutopia of Skull and Bones.


10) Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora

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Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is based on the Avatar movie franchise, where players control a Na'vi warrior across Pandora's Western Frontier, a region that has never been seen before.

Launch Date2023-2024
PlatformsPS5, Xbox Series X, Windows PC
Developed ByMassive Entertainment

The game is expected to offer stunning visuals, intense gameplay, and an engaging storyline that will immerse players in the Avatar universe.


The upcoming 2023 games promise an incredible gaming experience. From survival horror to action-adventure titles, the gaming industry has something for everyone this year.

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