7 most anticipated FPS games set to release in 2025

2025 is shaping up to be a landmark year for FPS games, with a mix of fan-favorite franchises returning and innovative new titles on the horizon. From iconic franchises like DOOM making their returns to fresh entries like Mouse: P.I. For Hire breaking the mold, there’s no shortage of excitement.

This curated list dives into seven of the most anticipated FPS games set to release in 2025.

Note: The article is subjective and reflects the writer's views. The entries are ranked in no particular order.

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Dying Light: The Beast and other 6 most anticipated FPS games set to release in 2025

1) Dying Light: The Beast

A still from Dying Light: The Beast in most anticipated FPS games list (Image via Techland)

Techland’s Dying Light: The Beast revives the series’ iconic protagonist, Kyle Crane, in a standalone zombie horror adventure. Set in Castor Woods, a desolate tourist hotspot, players will uncover dark secrets while surviving against terrifying foes and a mysterious new predator.

Originally envisioned as DLC for Dying Light 2, The Beast evolved into a full-fledged game with over 18 hours of gameplay. Fans of zombie action can look forward to this intense, narrative-driven experience in Summer 2025.

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2) Splitgate 2

A still from Splitgate 2 gameplay (Image via 1047 Games)

Fans of the original Splitgate will be excited to hear about Splitgate 2, which aims to continue the legacy of fast-paced, portal-fueled multiplayer gameplay. Ian Proulx, the creative director and CEO of 1047 Games, highlighted the intention to preserve the classic feel of its predecessor while introducing fresh game modes like Hotzone (a take on King of the Hill).

The sequel is expected to release in 2025 will not be an ADS-type shooter, emphasizing a return to root mechanics like crouch sliding and one-button portals. New maps like Ozone, Frontier, and Zenith, will offer engaging 4v4 objective-based gameplay, retaining the nostalgic vibe players loved in the FPS games genre.

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3) Mouse: P.I. For Hire

Mouse: P.I. For Hire in most anticipated FPS games set to release in 2025 (Image via PlaySide)

Drawing inspiration from early Mickey Mouse cartoons, Mouse: P.I. For Hire flips the script on the FPS genre with its noir aesthetic and 1930s inspired hand-drawn animation. Developed by Fumi Games in collaboration with PlaySide Studios, this title follows Private Investigator Jack Pepper through the corrupt, crime-ridden streets of Mouseburg.

With its rubber hose animation and jazzy soundtrack, this title promises a truly distinctive experience and is expected to be released in 2025, but the exact date is yet to be announced. As Jack uncovers the city's darkest secrets, players will navigate mob-filled alleys and engage in stylish shootouts in this noir-fueled adventure.

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4) Killing Floor 3

Killing Floor 3 is one of the most anticipated FPS games of 2025 (Image via Tripwire Interactive)

Tripwire Interactive returns with Killing Floor 3, delivering another visceral co-op shooter set in 2091. Players join the Nightfall rebel group to fight against Horzine’s bioengineered monsters, ZEDs. And the six-player co-op mode ensures intense, chaotic gameplay.

Powered by Unreal Engine 5, the game promises stunning, gore-packed action, with iconic enemies like Crawlers making a return. While an exact release date is still under wraps, Killing Floor 3 is expected to launch in March 2025, as hinted at during The Game Awards 2024.

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5) DOOM: The Dark Ages

DOOM: The Dark Ages (Image via Bethesda Softworks)

Revealed during the Xbox Game Showcase, The Dark Ages will once again thrust players into relentless battles against the forces of Hell. Following the massive success of DOOM Eternal, which earned over $450 million within a year of its release, id Software is set to reinvent the series by making melee combat just as integral as firearms in this latest installment.

Scheduled as the eighth main entry in the franchise, The Dark Ages promises to be a bold reimagining of DOOM's legacy in FPS games, with a release date anticipated for late 2025.

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6) Borderlands 4

The Psycho mask from Borderlands 4 (Image via 2K)

Scheduled for a 2025 release, Borderlands 4 transports players to Kairos, where they’ll battle against the Timekeeper and his synthetic army. Following the massive success of Borderlands 3, which raked in over $1 billion, Gearbox is pivoting to a more mature narrative, addressing some of the humor critiques while still delivering the franchise's signature loot-driven mayhem.

One of the standout features is a seamless world, eliminating loading screens as players explore new areas. Plus, fans of FPS games will enjoy cross-play from the first day, allowing them to band together on any platform.

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7) The Outer Worlds 2

A still from The Outer Worlds 2 (Image via Xbox Game Studios)

Set in the Arcadia star system completely taken over by megacorporations, players will experience choice-driven storytelling with action-packed gunplay in Outer Worlds 2. After the trailer dropped at The Game Awards in December 2024, fans were left buzzing with anticipation for its 2025 release.

This will be Obsidian's second big launch of the year, following Avowed and you’ll once again explore a quirky, corporate-run universe that combines the offbeat humor of Fallout with thrilling FPS action.

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