These days, Steam and other PC launchers are buzzing with console port arrivals, bringing joy to players who’ve felt left out without a console at hand. This shift is particularly evident with Microsoft’s initiative to spread its impressive game collection across both platforms. The PC Game Pass adds to the excitement, ensuring many series that seemed destined to remain exclusive are now reaching the world of PC gaming—even if making that leap takes a bit of adaptation time.
PC enthusiasts have plenty to look forward to as 2024 wraps up and we step into 2025, with a host of highly-anticipated ports, promising indie developments, and blockbuster AAA titles that are bound to dazzle on a powerful setup. Let’s delve into the titles scheduled to land on PC by year’s end, plus those still waiting on firm release dates beyond that.
So, which PC games will steal the show in 2024? What’s the forecast for 2025 and onward? It’s worth noting that our focus here is primarily on North American release dates.
As of November 28, 2024, courtesy of Mark Sammut’s latest update, the calendar has welcomed a slew of new PC game listings: Railroads Online, Among Ashes, Road Maintenance Simulator 2 – Winter Services, Winning Post 10 2025, Hunting Simulator 3, Beat the Machine: Rebooted, Ever 17 – The Out of Infinity, Maliki: Poison Of The Past, Never 7 – The End of Infinity, Spindle, Black Dragon Mage, Slopecrashers, Mythwrecked: Ambrosia Island, Ark Nova, Dungeon Done, Ripple In Dirac Sea, Archons, Tower of Mask, Bat to the Heavens, NoseBound, Undead West, and VOIN.
### PC Games Arriving in November 2024
#### Slitterhead, Lego Horizon, & More
November is shaping up to be quite the eclectic mix for PC gamers. Some heavyweight franchises are making an impact with releases like Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, Farming Simulator 25, and Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake. Each brings its unique appeal, catering to vastly different interests. Notably, Dragon Quest 3 is part of a duo of remakes Square Enix has on the horizon for next year.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, which faced a difficult development phase, was delayed from its original September target to November. Despite its rough start, it holds a lot of potential. Meanwhile, the release also features the family-friendly charm of LEGO Horizon Adventures.
Here’s the lineup: November 1 brings Albatroz (PC, PS5, XBX/S), Bad 2 Bad: Apocalypse (PC), Cozynauts (PC), Elin (PC), Farmagia (PC, PS5, Switch), Haven & Hearth (PC), Homicipher (PC), and more, with games like Slitterhead (PC, PS5, PS4, XBX/S) and Two Falls (Nishu Takuatshina) (PC) launching on November 8, among others.
### What’s Arriving in December 2024?
#### Marvel Rivals, Indiana Jones, & More
December is winding down the year with a couple of heavy-hitters. Marvel Rivals is poised to make waves as a major multiplayer title in the hero shooter genre. Meanwhile, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle brings excitement as MachineGames applies its expertise to create a riveting first-person adventure, although it may not be everyone’s cup of tea. Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver gets a remaster collection, promising nostalgic thrills, and Fairy Tail 2 offers another turn-based JRPG experience.
December’s lineup kicks off with Path of Exile 2 (PC), landing sometime during the month. Some entries to look out for include Antonblast (PC, Switch) on December 3, Black Dragon Mage (PC) on December 4, Marvel Rivals (PC, PS5, XBX/S) on December 6, and much more throughout the month.
### Looking Into January 2025
#### Spider-Man, Sniper Elite, & More
Kicking off 2025, January starts a bit slow but picks up steam with promising releases. Freedom Wars steps out from the Vita with a remaster and could fill the gap until Monster Hunter Wilds arrives. Fans of racing sims should anticipate Assetto Corsa EVO to maintain its reputation for high-quality experiences. Dynasty Warriors: Origins needs to win back hearts after its predecessor, and the anticipation is high for Tales of Graces f Remastered, which brings its outstanding combat to a new audience.
The month winds down with some heavyweights debuting on January 30, including Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 and Sniper Elite: Resistance, both promising elevated experiences thanks to PC modding potential and Rebellion’s solid track record.
### February 2025 Brings…
#### Kingdom Come, Monster Hunter, Avowed, & More
February rolls in with delights for almost every type of gamer. Strategy enthusiasts will revel in the long-awaited Civilization 7, while RPG buffs can step back in time with Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. Despite the controversy, Assassin’s Creed Shadows offers an intriguing journey to Japan, joining an already packed month. Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered aims to renew interest in past Lara Croft adventures.
In terms of heavyweights, Avowed, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, and Monster Hunter Wilds converge in a busy window, each promising an ambitious, engaging experience based on past successes of their developers.
In a gaming landscape where the console-PC divide continues to blur, gamers can expect a whirlwind of releases and surprises on the horizon, spanning various genres and offering fresh experiences. Keep your calendar marked and your rig ready, because the future of PC gaming is shaping up to be nothing short of epic.
