Summer Game Fest 2025 – New Trailers and Announcements
Summer Game Fest 2025 once again confirmed its position as a worthy successor to E3. The event, organized by Geoff Keighley, presented us with several very important announcements for about two hours that will define the gaming world in the coming years.
Atomic Heart 2: Continuation of the Soviet bile-colored future
What to expect?
One of the most unexpected and at the same time pleasant announcements was the confirmation of the development of Atomic Heart 2. The Mundfish studio presented us with a bile-colored trailer, in which it is clear that the game is going in a more futuristic direction.
The alternative historical Soviet Union of the first Atomic Heart will now be filled with cyberpunk elements. The gameplay footage shown in the trailer shows that the developers are seriously working on improving the game mechanics.
RPG Elements and Player Freedom
Atomic Heart 2 focuses heavily on RPG elements and player freedom. This means that we will be able to better customize our character for different play styles and have more freedom to choose how to approach conflicts.
The Cube: MMORPG Expansion
But the most exciting news was the announcement of The Cube. It will be an MMORPG shooter set in the Atomic Heart universe and takes place on a giant levitating cube. The edges of the cube are constantly rotating, which creates unique and evolving gameplay combinations.
Resident Evil: Requiem
If there was one announcement that won the hearts of fans, it was the information about a new Resident Evil game. Capcom officially confirmed that they are working on a new part of the series, but all the details have been kept secret until now.
Jun Takeuchi, the series producer, asked fans for patience: “For the final Resident Evil game that everyone has been waiting for, please wait a little longer, just a little longer and it will be ready.”
The series has gained popularity in recent years with successful remakes and new parts, so expectations for the new part are particularly high.
Scott Pilgrim Returns: Nostalgia in a New Format
Tribute Games Surprise
Who would have thought that the Scott Pilgrim franchise would return to the beat ’em up genre? Tribute Games, which also worked on the original game, has announced a new project with pixel art by Paul Robertson and the involvement of Bryan Lee O’Malley, the creator of Scott Pilgrim.
A new adventure from Toronto to space
The new game will take Scott Pilgrim and Ramona Flowers on a new beat ’em up adventure that takes place in space, time, and the streets of Toronto. The game will feature 4-player drop-in, drop-out co-op and seven playable characters.
It is still unclear whether this is an expansion to the original game or a completely new project, but it is clear that in 2026 fans will get something incredible.
Death Stranding 2: Hideo Kojima’s New Vision
22 Minutes of Gameplay
Despite the fact that Death Stranding 2 wasn’t newly announced at Summer Game Fest, its 22-minute gameplay demonstration was one of the most exciting moments. Kojima Productions gave a detailed look at how the series has evolved and what new mechanics await players.
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The visuals shown in the new trailer are even more stunning, showcasing the further development of the Decima Engine. The game’s atmosphere still retains the unique Kojima style that distinguished the first part.
Other Notable Announcements at Summer Game Fest 2025
Onimusha: Way of the Sword
Another notable announcement from Capcom was Onimusha: Way of the Sword. This reboot once again uses the face of the late legendary actor Toshiro Mifune for a new character, which is a fantastic nostalgic touch.
Street Fighter 6: Year 3
The third annual season of Street Fighter 6 adds Sagat and C. Viper to the roster. Both fighters are familiar to fans, and their return to the series has caused a lot of excitement in the competitive community.
Indie ships from Day of the Devs
After Summer Game Fest, Day of the Devs continued, which is traditionally dedicated to indie projects. Notable were:
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault – a sequel to the popular indie game with new mechanics and improved combat.
Hyper Light Breaker – A new project from Heart Machine Studio, set in the Hyper Light Drifter universe in 3D.
What to Expect in 2025-2026
Release schedule
Some of the games announced at Summer Game Fest 2025 will be released later this year, while others are expected in 2026:
2025 Releases:
- Mafia: The Old Country
- Mindseye
- Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater
2026 Releases:
- Scott Pilgrim’s new beat ’em up
- Grand Theft Auto VI
- Resident Evil: Requiem
Summer Game Fest 2025 – Impact on the Industry
Most of these announcements clearly show that the gaming industry is still heavily reliant on nostalgia and well-known franchises, but at the same time it will try to introduce new ideas and technologies.
The Importance of Summer Game Fest 2025
Summer Game Fest 2025 once again confirmed its importance in the gaming calendar. The event presented both AAA projects and promising indie games, which were interesting for all types of gamers.
The most important thing we saw at this year’s Summer Game Fest is that the industry still retains its creative forces and is ready to create risky, innovative projects. From the cyberpunk direction of Atomic Heart 2 to the nostalgic return of Scott Pilgrim, the years 2025-2026 will be especially interesting for gamers.
The main questions that remain: what will the new Resident Evil be like and when will we get more information about Atomic Heart 2? One thing is for sure – the coming months will be full of remarkable news in the gaming world.
