Death Stranding 2: On the Beach introduces a second chapter of Hideo Kojima's mind-bending post-apocalyptic world, but that's far from the only big game locked in for June. Beyond Death Stranding 2, June's calendar offers a robust list of titles, making it one of the most exciting months of the year.
The launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 introduces an onslaught of releases for the brand-new console, bringing gamers numerous options. June 2025 boasts a gaming treasure trove, making it a particularly busy time for eager gamers looking for fresh releases.
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How June 2025 Compares to 2024
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June 2024 |
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Mario Kart World (Switch 2) - June 5 |
Destiny 2: The Final Shape |
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Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (PS5) - June 26 |
Star Wars Hunters |
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Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma (Switch 2) - June 5 |
Killer Klowns From Outer Space: The Game |
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Deltarune Chapters 3 and 4 - June 5 |
Dark and Darker |
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Sonic x Shadow Generations (Switch 2) - June 5 |
V Rising |
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Sid Meier's Civilization 7 (Switch 2) - June 5 |
Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance |
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The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Switch 2) - June 5 |
Monster Hunter Stories |
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The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (Switch 2) - June 5 |
The Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Road |
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Split Fiction (Switch 2) - June 5 |
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree |
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Yakuza 0 Director's Cut (Switch 2) - June 5 |
Super Monkey Ball: Banana Rumble |
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Hitman World of Assassination - Signature Edition (Switch 2) - June 5 |
Beyond Good & Evil - 20th Anniversary Edition |
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Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster (Switch 2) - June 5 |
Luigi's Mansion 2 HD |
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Street Fighter 6 (Switch 2) - June 5 |
SPYxANYA: Operation Memories |
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Hogwarts Legacy (Switch 2) - June 5 |
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Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition (Switch 2) - June 5 |
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Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour (Switch 2) - June 5 |
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Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time (Switch 2) - June 5 |
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Dragon is Dead (PC) - June 6 |
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MindsEye (PS5, PC, XSX/S) - June 10 |
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Dune Awakening (PC) - June 10 |
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Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine - Master Crafted Edition (XSX/S, PC - Game Pass) - June 10 |
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Stellar Blade (PC) - June 11 |
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Wizard of Legend 2 (PC, PS5, XSX/S) - June 12 |
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The Alters (PC, PS5, XSX/S) - June 13 |
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Five Nights at Freddy's: Secret of the Mimic (PS5, PC) - June 13 |
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GEX Trilogy (PC, PS5, XSX/S, Switch) - June 16 |
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Tron: Catalyst (PC, PS5, XSX/S, Switch) - June 17 |
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Lost in Random: The Eternal Die (PC, PS5, XSX/S, Switch) - June 17 |
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Wartorn (PC) - June 17 |
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FBC Firebreak (PC, XSX/S, PS5) - June 17 |
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Date Everything! (PC, PS5, Switch, XSX/S) - June 17 |
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Spray Paint Simulator (Switch) - June 19 |
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Rematch (PC, PS5, XSX/S) - June 19 |
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Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, XSX/S) - June 19 |
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Star Overdrive (PC, PS5, XSX/S) - June 19 |
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BitCraft Online (PC) - June 20 |
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate (XSX/S, Xbox One) - June 24 |
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Persona 5: The Phantom X (PC, Mobile) - June 26 |
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System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster (PS5, PS4, PC, Switch, Xbox One, XSX/S) - June 26 |
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Front Mission 3: Remake (Switch) - June 26 |
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Tamagotchi Plaza (Switch) - June 27 |
Because of the Switch 2, last year pales in comparison to June 2025. The previous year featured 13 releases, while this year offers a jaw-dropping 41 scheduled launches. While Death Stranding 2 and Mario Kart World are the highlights of the month, plenty of thrilling Switch 2 ports pad out the rest of the calendar.
Granted, last year saw some exciting launches, but expansions, anniversary releases, and smaller titles defined the month. This year, though, June is filled with some impressive heavy-hitters.
The Switch 2 launches on June 5.
Switch 2 Ports Take Up the Spotlight
From Cyberpunk 2077 to Split Fiction, some of the biggest games of the last few years are coming to the new console. Games as large as Cyberpunk 2077 being added to the Nintendo roster feels surreal, but the Switch 2 is making that possible.
Switch classics like Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom are a given, but CD Projekt Red's sci-fi RPG is one of the most intriguing additions to the Switch 2's lineup. However, beyond the Switch 2 launch titles, there are plenty of non-Nintendo options.
Newcomers like MindsEye, Dune Awakening and FBC Firebreak also give gamers exciting options. Even if the Switch 2 wasn't part of June's schedule, the aforementioned titles alongside Death Stranding 2 would be exciting enough. MindsEye aims for a blend of Cyberpunk 2077 and GTA, while Dune Awakening brings franchise lovers to Arrakis' deserts. FBC Firebreak is a multiplayer offering set in Remedy Entertainment's extended universe, which is a compelling change of pace for the developer.
Death Stranding is getting its own live-action adaptation produced by A24.
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June 2025 Kicks Off a Big Summer for Gaming
With a fresh console and a deep well of new games, the summer is shaping up to be a huge moment for the industry. Of course, the Switch 2 has faced some controversy since its announcement, but Nintendo is still expected to have strong sales. The Switch 2 is introducing a new era for Nintendo, and it will be exciting to see how the console fares in its first few months.
June's calendar offers a robust list of games, making it one of the most exciting months of the year.
Beyond releases, events like the Xbox Games Showcase and Summer Game Fest bring even more to players. The June lineup being so packed with options can be overwhelming, but it helps balance out July's more mellow landscape.
As the year continues, it will be exciting to see how the rest of the year shapes up, but with titles like Death Stranding 2, Mario Kart World, and a new console generation, June promises a standout month.
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 90 /100 Critics Rec: 95%
- Released
- June 26, 2025
- ESRB
- Mature 17+ // Violence, Blood and Gore, Partial Nudity, Strong Language
- Developer(s)
- Kojima Productions
- Publisher(s)
- Sony Interactive Entertainment
