Anticipated PC Game Launches in August That Have Us Pumped
August 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting month for PC gaming enthusiasts, with a diverse range of highly anticipated titles set to be released. Here's a roundup of some of the most notable games coming your way.
Kicking off the month, the prequel to the popular Mafia series, Mafia: The Old Country, is scheduled for release on August 8. Set in Sicily, this game promises stealth and cover-shooter gameplay, offering a glimpse into the origins of the mafia.
On August 12, gamers can look forward to the release of Echoes of the End, a narrative-driven fantasy brawler, and Fresh Tracks, a rhythm-musical skiing game that promises to bring a fun twist to the winter sports genre.
August 13 sees the launch of Dungeon Stalkers in early access, providing players with an opportunity to delve into its dungeon-crawling gameplay. The same day, Madden 26, the annual NFL showdown, will also be available.
On August 14, two much-anticipated titles, Madden 26 and Dawn of War - A Definitive Edition, will be released. The latter is a remastered version of the classic strategy game.
The following day, August 15, sees the release of Is This Seat Taken?, a lo-fi seating arrangement puzzler, and Pizza Bandit, a third-person co-op cook-and-shoot-em-up game.
On August 19, the Gamescom Opening Night Live livestreaming showcase will air, potentially revealing more exciting gaming news. The same day, Sword of the Sea, developed by Giant Squid, is scheduled for release. This game offers vast exploration and unique traversal mechanics involving skateboarding-like movement on sand dunes.
August 20 is a busy day for game releases, with Morbid Metal - character swapping hack-n-slash, Void/Breaker - roguelite sci-fi FPS with gun modding, All Systems Dance - robo-dancing platformer, and The Next Future Games Show airing, all hosted by Big Boss and Lady Dimitrescu.
The next day, August 21, Discounty, a game with elements similar to Stardew Valley, is set to be released. According to a colleague, there are unusual and downright seedy goings on in the town of Discounty.
On August 25, Pigface, a freeform assassination FPS, is expected to release. The month ends with the release of Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, Sega's 2D platformer return, on August 28, and Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar, a DS-era remake, on August 27.
The highly anticipated game Lost Soul Aside, an anime-style action game with fast-paced combat, is scheduled for release on August 29. Another anticipated release is Demon Slayer: Hinokami Chronicles 2, an anime fighting game, which is set to be released on August 5.
Rumors about the remaster of the game Gears of War have circulated for several years, and in May, it was officially revealed that Gears of War: Reloaded is scheduled for release on August 26, 2025.
Lastly, Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater, a tactical espionage remake of the classic title, is highly anticipated by fans of the series. It is set to be released on August 28. The enhanced edition of Senua’s Saga, Hellblade 2, and the visually striking action RPG, Black Myth: Wukong, are also set to be released in August, although the exact dates have not been announced yet.
With AAA blockbusters, remakes, and much-anticipated indie titles, August 2025 promises to be a robust month for PC gaming enthusiasts.
- Mafia: The Old Country, a prequel to the popular Mafia series, is slated for release on August 8, offering stealth and cover-shooter gameplay.
- On August 14, two highly anticipated titles, Madden 26 and Dawn of War - A Definitive Edition, will be released, with the latter being a remastered version of the classic strategy game.
- Sword of the Sea, developed by Giant Squid, is scheduled for release on August 19, offering vast exploration and unique traversal mechanics involving skateboarding-like movement on sand dunes.
- The highly anticipated game Lost Soul Aside, an anime-style action game with fast-paced combat, is scheduled for release on August 29, alongside other anticipated releases like Demon Slayer: Hinokami Chronicles 2 and the remaster of Gears of War: Reloaded.
