Every major game releasing in August 2026 that should be on your radar
August is stacked with big video game releases
đ August is shaping up to be a surprisingly beefy month of game releases
đ Weâve got a vast array of titles, ranging from tactical RPG and strategy to cosier adventures
đ Itâs also time for new Metal Gear Solid re-releases, plus a new Marvel fighting title
đ Elden Ring and The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered are also making their way to Nintendo Switch
Weâve reached the last third of the year, and if youâve been scratching around for some new games to play, then August looks to be choc-full of exciting new titles for you to get your hands on.
From gruesome retellings of classic fairytales to more cosy adventures, here is every major game releasing this month that we think should be on your radar.
Beast of Reincarnation - August 4 (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S)
Co-developed between PokĂ©mon developer Game Freak and Fictions, this one-person and one-dog adventure in a post-apocalyptic world blends tactical RPG gameplay with Sekiro-like elements. Itâs obvious why itâs become many playersâ most-anticipated game in August.
Big Walk â August 4 (PC, PS5, Nintendo Switch 2)
Switching gears completely, Big Walk is a co-op title developed by the same folks as Untitled Goose Game â House House. The goal here is simple: go on a long walk with your friends, as the title suggests, and explore a large open-world environment. Fans of walking and talking look like theyâll enjoy this one. Itâs one of the PS Plus free games for August.
ReStory â August 6 (PC)
Speaking of more wholesome titles, ReStory emerged as one of the more promising demos from Juneâs Steam Next Fest. Itâs a game that revolves around running a mom-and-pop style electronics repair shop. While disassembling and repairing old Ataris, handheld consoles and the like is the core mechanic, it seems to be built around a twee story with lovely characters and some satisfying repair mechanics to boot.
Lies of P: Complete Edition â August 6 (Nintendo Switch 2)
Lies of P reimagines the story of Pinocchio and adds a touch of Bloodborne, turning it into a much more gruesome and twisted telling, while adding in some lovely artwork and tough boss battles to boot. This is a digital-only launch for the moment, and a physical release for Switch 2 follows in October.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls â August 6 (PC, PS5)
If youâve been after a more classic fighting title, then Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls pits some of your favorite Marvel heroes and villains against each other, complete with fresh redesigns and new costumes to keep things exciting. Arc System Works, the studio behind Guilty Gear, is at the helm for this one, giving you a rich fighting game from one of the best in the business.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered â August 11 (Nintendo Switch 2)
If youâd been eagerly anticipating the chance to play The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered on your Switch 2, the time is almost here. It arrives on Nintendoâs newest console on August 11. The Switch 2 version includes all the same content as last yearâs release, plus you can also get a Deluxe Edition with the full title and additional weapons, armor, and other cosmetics. Bethesda says that the Switch 2 version will run at 900p and 30fps in handheld mode, or 1080p and 30fps docked.
Mortal Shell 2 â August 20 (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S)
âItâs been six years since the first Mortal Shell title, and now weâve got a new standalone sequel that gives you some challenging Souls-like action for good measure, with unlockable shells to collect across dozens of dungeons. Oh, and you wonât need any prior experience to play this standalone sequel, so you can jump right in when this one releases.
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol 2 â August 27 (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2)
If youâve been waiting to get your hands on a fresh batch of Metal Gear re-releases, weâve got some good news. Volume 2 of the Metal Gear Solid Master Collection sees Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots return to systems after two decades of PS3 purgatory, while 2000s Metal Gear Solid: Ghost Babel revives a Game Boy Color exclusive a quarter of a decade on. You can also play Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker and engage in various extras, too.
Star Wars Zero Company â August 27 (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S)
Weâve seen a litany of Star Wars games over the years, encompassing everything from first-person shooters to LEGO retellings of the classic films, but this month sees Disneyâs IP take on a different genre. This time, itâs a new strategy game from former Firaxis developers that should appeal to fans of XCOM. Itâs set during the twilight of the Clone Wars and follows a group of unique characters as they hunt down the leader of a separatist-aligned cult.
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition â August 28 (Nintendo Switch 2)
The back end of August sees another big title finally make its way to Switch 2, with Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition arriving on Nintendoâs newest console. It was originally scheduled to arrive in 2025, although it was delayed for further optimization. The game should offer consistent performance across handheld and docked modes, with this Switch 2 edition coming with the base game, The Shadow of Erdtree expansion, four new armor sets, two new starting classes, and more.
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Reece Bithrey is a journalist with bylines for Trusted Reviews, Digital Foundry, PC Gamer, TechRadar and more. He also has his own blog, UNTITLED, and graduated from the University of Leeds with a degree in International History and Politics in 2023.