Welcome to 2025, where the world of PC gaming is bursting with fresh adventures, stunning visuals, and addictive gameplay! Whether you’re a die-hard RPG fan, a strategy game enthusiast, or simply looking for the next great game to sink your teeth into, this list has something for everyone.
From indie gems to blockbuster titles, we’ve rounded up the best new PC games of 2025 that you should be playing right now. Get ready to update your library!
✨ 1. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
A breathtaking turn-based RPG that blends the artistic flair of classic JRPGs with the intensity of Sekiro-style parries. “Expedition 33” combines emotional storytelling, surreal visuals, and a gripping narrative where a cursed Paintress threatens the city of Lumiere. With performances by Andy Serkis and Jennifer English, it’s an early Game of the Year contender.
🔷 2. Blue Prince
Part puzzle game, part roguelike, and all mystery. Navigate a blank estate using procedurally-generated blueprints to find a secret room and inherit your grandfather’s estate. Calm, eerie, and deeply clever—perfect for thoughtful gamers.
🐱 3. Promise Mascot Agency
Imagine Pokémon meets Yakuza in a cursed Japanese town filled with brand mascots. This bizarre, open-world indie from the creators of Paradise Killer is a hilarious, charming, and sometimes unsettling experience packed with style and surprises.
☢️ 4. Atomfall
Set in post-nuclear 1950s Cumbria, Atomfall is a creepy, Fallout-style RPG brimming with small-town secrets and immersive storytelling. What started as a tech demo turned into a standout title with hauntingly atmospheric gameplay.
🗡️ 5. Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Ubisoft finally brings the series to feudal Japan! Play as stealthy Naoe or the powerhouse Yasuke, experiencing a rich open world full of targets, traditions, and deadly beauty. Despite mixed reviews, fans are loving it.
📚 6. Split Fiction
Hazelight Studios (of It Takes Two fame) returns with a co-op game where two authors are sucked into a world they wrote. Expect farting unicorns, sentient pigs, and chaotic creativity. Hilarious, heartfelt, and unforgettable.
🏛️ 7. Two Point Museum
Build and run your own museum! From dinosaur bones to pop culture artifacts, manage exhibits and wow visitors. It’s quirky, highly addictive, and full of that signature Two Point humor.
🐉 8. Monster Hunter Wilds
Monster Hunter for veterans and newcomers alike. Streamlined onboarding, spectacular battles, and massive beasts make Wilds the most accessible and satisfying entry in the series yet.
⚔️ 9. Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
Henry of Skalitz returns in a gritty, realistic medieval RPG sequel. Bigger, better, and more ambitious than the original, KCD2 is a must-play for fans of historical role-playing.
🏛️ 10. Civilization 7
Revolutionizing the 4X genre, Civ 7 introduces a new “Ages” system that resets the game’s pace every few eras. It’s a bold shift for the series—and a smart one. New strategies, new victories, and tons of replay value.
🌪️ 11. Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
Not exactly new, but the PC port of FF7 Rebirth brings unforgettable characters, deep storytelling, and emotional moments to a new audience. Despite underwhelming exploration, it’s a fantasy worth experiencing.
🥷 12. Dynasty Warriors Origins
Back and better than ever, the king of Musou returns. Origins throws you into the chaotic world of 3rd-century China for an epic, one-against-a-thousand experience with a fresh look and polished mechanics.
🏺 13. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
Whip-cracking fun in a smart, puzzle-driven first-person adventure. With Troy Baker channeling Indy, this action-packed globe-trotting game combines puzzles, combat, and cinematic storytelling in one of the best licensed games in years.
🔥 14. Path of Exile 2
Diablo fans, this one’s for you. With a massive six-act campaign, extensive loot systems, and deep character customization, PoE 2 sets a new standard for dark fantasy ARPGs—while still in early access!
🦸 15. Marvel Rivals
Marvel meets Overwatch in this explosive, fast-paced team shooter. With destructible environments and a wide cast of heroes (including Jeff the Land Shark!), it’s chaotic fun with competitive potential.
👗 16. Infinity Nikki
Fashion meets fantasy in this stylish open-world adventure. Dress up Nikki in magical outfits that grant new abilities as you explore the dreamlike world of Miraland. A visual treat with charming vibes and gacha elements.
🌧️ 17. Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl
This long-awaited sequel drops you into the eerie Chornobyl Exclusion Zone. Heavy gunplay, creepy anomalies, and gritty survival make it one of the most atmospheric FPS titles of the year.
🔫 18. Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
BO6 reinvigorates the CoD formula with Omnimovement, Zombies mode, and refined multiplayer. The campaign is so-so, but the overall package hits hard—and it’s on Game Pass too.
🎮 Final Thoughts
There’s never been a better time to be a PC gamer. Whether you’re after a sweeping narrative, chaotic multiplayer action, or creative puzzle-solving, the best new PC games of 2025 offer something for every type of player.
💬 Have you played any of these titles yet? Which one are you most excited to try? Let us know in the comments!
