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Summer Game Fest 2025 Reveals Major Sequels and Indie Highlights as Layoffs Intensify

Critics praised standout trailers, questioned the showcase’s identity, noted uneven game quality in an industry grappling with layoffs

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Overview

  • The showcase concluded on June 7 in Los Angeles after featuring dozens of new and previously announced titles from major publishers and indie studios.
  • Game of Thrones: War for Westeros is scheduled for a 2026 PC release, and Capcom has dated Resident Evil Requiem for February 27, 2026.
  • Soulslikes and strategy games drew attention with Mortal Shell 2, Ill, Atomic Heart 2 and Chronicles: Medieval all slated for launch over the next two years.
  • Wuchang: Fallen Feathers will release on July 24, 2025, promising fast-paced hack-and-slash action and high-fidelity visuals.
  • The event faced criticism over its lack of a distinct identity and occurred during a spate of industry layoffs and studio closures.