Upcoming Holiday 2025 Games We’re Most Excited About

The upcoming holiday 2025 games lineup is absolutely packed, and gamers are going to have their hands full through the end of the year. From legendary franchises making bold comebacks to new generations of consoles and remakes of iconic titles, this season looks like one of the strongest in years. Here are the biggest games we’re counting down to.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7

Launch Date: November 14 Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC

Call of Duty is back this November with Black Ops 7, and Treyarch looks ready to deliver one of the most ambitious entries yet. The campaign reportedly explores darker psychological themes with returning characters and global conflict. Multiplayer will feature open matchmaking and persistent lobbies, creating a more social and fast-paced experience. Combined with a polished new engine and cross-platform play, Black Ops 7 is shaping up to dominate the season.

Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero

Release Date: November 14 Platforms: Nintendo Switch and Switch 2

After years of waiting, fans are finally getting a true successor to Budokai Tenkaichi. Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero brings fast, over-the-top arena combat with a massive character roster spanning multiple sagas. Early gameplay footage shows beautifully animated energy blasts, destructible environments, and next-gen visuals that make every Kamehameha feel cinematic. The ability to battle seamlessly across generations on the Switch 2 makes this a must-have for anime and fighting game fans alike.

Kirby Air Riders

Release Date: November 20 Platform: Switch 2

Nintendo is reviving a cult favorite this year with Kirby Air Riders. The new version reimagines the GameCube classic with enhanced visuals, smoother handling, and new track designs. Up to eight players can now race online, combining the charm of Kirby with the competitive chaos of Mario Kart. With fresh content and the power of the Switch 2 behind it, this could easily become one of Nintendo’s biggest family titles of the holiday season.

DOOM: The Dark Ages

Release Window: Holiday 2025 Platforms: Multiple

The DOOM franchise is going medieval. DOOM: The Dark Ages takes the legendary first-person shooter formula and injects it into a brutal, gothic world filled with ancient weaponry and demonic armies. Players can expect a heavier focus on melee combat, shield-based mechanics, and large-scale battles that feel straight out of a fantasy war movie. It’s an exciting direction for one of gaming’s most iconic series, and the previews so far have fans thrilled to dive into hell once again.

Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater

Release Window: Holiday 2025 Platforms: Multiple

Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater isn’t just a remake, it’s a reimagining of one of the most beloved stealth-action games ever made. Konami has rebuilt the environments from the ground up in Unreal Engine 5, promising stunning jungle visuals and improved AI that makes stealth encounters feel more organic. The story remains faithful to Hideo Kojima’s original masterpiece, while the gameplay is being updated for modern audiences. For long-time fans and newcomers alike, this release could be one of the highlights of the year.

Marvel Rivals

Release Window: Holiday 2025 Platforms: Consoles and PC

After a strong debut on PC earlier this year, Marvel Rivals is expanding to consoles and bringing major updates for the holiday season. The game’s hero-based combat, fast-paced team dynamics, and destructible environments have been compared to Overwatch and Apex Legends. The upcoming update will reportedly include new heroes, ranked play improvements, and cross-platform progression. If you’ve ever wanted to pit Iron Man against Venom in a full-scale battle, this is your moment.

Mafia: Old Country

Release Window: Late 2025 Platforms: Multiple

The Mafia series is returning with Mafia: Old Country, a prequel set in early 20th-century Sicily. Players will step into the shoes of a young enforcer as they rise through the ranks of the original crime families. The game promises a deeper narrative focus, stunning visuals, and a return to the grounded storytelling that made the first Mafia a classic. It’s shaping up to be a cinematic open-world experience steeped in loyalty, betrayal, and family legacy.

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond

Release Date: December 4 Platform: Switch 2

After years of anticipation, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is finally set to arrive this December. The game will continue Samus Aran’s story with sprawling alien worlds, new weapons, and modernized exploration. Built from the ground up for the Switch 2, it features enhanced visuals, improved aiming controls, and atmospheric environments that push Nintendo’s new hardware to its limits. Fans have waited nearly a decade, and all signs point to it being worth every minute.

Closing Thoughts

From the tactical tension of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, to the nostalgia of Kirby Air Riders and the long-awaited return of Metroid Prime, this holiday lineup is stacked. Whether you’re looking for high-stakes shooters, family fun, or story-driven adventures, there’s something for every kind of gamer. Be sure to follow GGF’s blog and Discord for reviews, launch-day updates, and giveaways all season long.