The video games to look forward to from October to December 2026: the verified schedule
The end of 2026 is packed: a new Call of Duty, GTA VI, the remake of Zelda Ocarina of Time and a wave of Switch 2 versions. Here are the releases that matter, with dates checked on the publishers' and manufacturers' websites.
- 23 October : Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4
- 5 November : Zelda Ocarina of Time on Switch 2
- 19 November : Grand Theft Auto VI on PS5 and Xbox
- December : Monster Hunter Wilds on Switch 2, Professor Layton
The big release calendar
We checked every date on 15 October 2026 against official sources: Rockstar's website, Xbox Wire, the PlayStation Blog, and the Nintendo Belgium website and store. Where a date only comes from the specialist press, we say so.
| Date | Gaming | Platforms | Genre |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 October | Gears of War: E-Day | Xbox Series, PC (Game Pass from launch) | Third-person shooter |
| 15 October | Castlevania: Belmont's Curse | PS5, Xbox Series, PC, Switch | Action, exploration |
| 22 October | Final Fantasy Resonance | PS5, Switch, Switch 2 (and other platforms according to the press) | Action-RPG in HD-2D |
| 22 October | Nintendo Switch Sports Resort | Switch 2 | Sports, family |
| 23 October | Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 | PS5, Xbox Series, PC (Switch 2 version announced) | First-person shooter |
| 27 October | Minecraft (Switch 2 version) | Switch 2 | Building, adventure |
| 29 October | The Wolf Among Us Remastered | PS5 and other platforms | Narrative adventure |
| 29 October | Phantom Blade Zero (according to publisher S-Game, as reported by the press) | PS5, PC | Action, sword combat |
| 5 November | The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time | Switch 2 | Adventure, remake |
| 5 November | Stellar Blade Complete Edition | Switch 2 | Action |
| 12 November | Metaphor: ReFantazio | Switch 2 | Role-playing game |
| 12 November | Pikmin 4: Switch 2 Edition + Dandori Academy | Switch 2 | Strategy, family |
| 19 November | Grand Theft Auto VI | PS5, Xbox Series X|S | Open-world action |
| 3 December | Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Switch 2 Edition | Switch 2 | Role-playing game |
| 4 December | Monster Hunter Wilds | Switch 2 | Action, hunting |
| 10 December | Professor Layton and the New World of Steam | Switch (PS5, PC and Switch 2 according to the press) | Puzzles, adventure |
| 11 December | Path of Exile II (date reported by the press) | PC, PS5, Xbox Series | Action-RPG |
European release dates. A delay is always possible: the official game page on your console's store is the definitive source.
The five releases that matter
Grand Theft Auto VI (19 November)
The event of the year, after two delays. Rockstar released its launch trailer on 15 October. The game is coming to PS5 and Xbox Series only, not PC for now. On the Belgian PlayStation Store, the Standard Edition costs €79.99 and the Ultimate Edition €99.99. Everything is detailed in our article GTA 6: everything you need to know.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 (23 October)
The new instalment in Activision's flagship series launches on 23 October as a standalone game, with a campaign, multiplayer and DMZ, the series' extraction experience. Important for Xbox subscribers: Microsoft announced in April 2026 that new Call of Duty games will no longer arrive on Game Pass on the day of release, but around a year later.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time (5 November)
One of the most famous games in history returns as a remake on Switch 2, according to Nintendo Belgium's official page. Early previews from the press are enthusiastic. It's the ideal game for enjoying the Switch 2's 4K and HDR on a big TV.
Gears of War: E-Day (6 October)
The return of Gears of War tells the story of the start of the Locust invasion. It launched on 6 October on Xbox Series and PC, and it's included with Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. Xbox Wire confirms it's also playable via cloud, with Game Pass Ultimate and GeForce NOW.
Monster Hunter Wilds on Switch 2 (4 December)
Capcom's big hunting game, released in 2025 on PS5, Xbox and PC, arrives on Switch 2 on 4 December according to Nintendo. A great proof of the power of Nintendo's new console.
The Switch 2 party
What stands out in this calendar is the number of Switch 2 games: Zelda, Metaphor: ReFantazio, Pikmin 4, Xenoblade Chronicles 3, Stellar Blade, Minecraft, Monster Hunter Wilds... Many are enhanced versions of games already released, which benefit from 4K in TV mode. If you gave a Switch 2 last year, there'll be plenty to fill the stocking.
Two highly anticipated games don't have a set date yet: The Duskbloods, from FromSoftware, exclusive to Switch 2 and announced for 2026, and Kingdom Hearts IV, which Nintendo now lists for 2027.
Which game for which player?
Switch 2 first and foremost
- Nintendo Switch Sports Resort (22 October)
- Pikmin 4 and Dandori Academy (12 November)
- Minecraft on Switch 2 (27 October)
For multiplayer in the living room
Open worlds
- Grand Theft Auto VI (19 November, PEGI 18 expected)
- Monster Hunter Wilds on Switch 2 (4 December)
- Zelda Ocarina of Time (5 November)
HDR makes all the difference
Quick reflexes required
- Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 (23 October)
- Gears of War: E-Day (6 October)
- Phantom Blade Zero (29 October)
120 Hz and VRR recommended
To savour
- The Wolf Among Us Remastered (29 October)
- Metaphor: ReFantazio on Switch 2 (12 November)
- Professor Layton (10 December)
A good 4K TV is enough
Also think about players' ages: several titles this year-end, including GTA VI and Call of Duty, are aimed at an adult audience. All consoles offer parental controls, adjustable via an app on your mobile phone.
Getting the most out of these games on your TV
- Fast-paced action games (Call of Duty, Gears of War, Phantom Blade Zero) benefit from a performance mode at 120 frames per second: you need a native 120 Hz TV with HDMI 2.1 and VRR.
- Open worlds (GTA VI, Monster Hunter Wilds) shine mainly thanks to HDR: calibrate HDR on your console.
- Switch 2 games : a good 4K TV with a responsive Game mode is enough. No need to aim for 144 Hz.
- Sound : a soundbar or headset changes the atmosphere of games, see our guide soundbar or headset for gaming.
The details of the settings are in our feature setting up your TV for gaming. A selection of TVs in store for gaming, recommended retail prices: LG OLED55C64LA (55") 1 999,99 €, LG OLED42C64LA (42") 1 399,99 €, Sony Bravia 6 K55A65PB (55") 1 299,99 €, TCL 65C89L (65") 1 799,99 €, Hisense 50U7SE (50") 799,99 €. The product listing is what counts, and Nimesclub members often get a reduced price.
TVs to get the most from your new games
OLED TV LG OLED55C64LA€1,438.00
TV OLED LG OLED42C64LA€1,120.00
OLED TV SONY K55A65PB€1,193.00
QLED TV TCL 65C89L€1,799.00
Mini LED TV HISENSE 50U7SE€595.00
OLED TV SAMSUNG TQ42S92H€1,048.00With so many releases in just a few weeks, don't blow your budget on €80 games on day one. Subscriptions (Game Pass, PlayStation Plus) and end-of-year deals let you try plenty. Save your big budget for the game you're really waiting for, and for a screen that does it justice.
Frequently asked questions
Will Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 be on Game Pass?
No, not at launch. Microsoft announced in April 2026 that new Call of Duty titles will join Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass about a year later, during the following year-end holidays.
Does the Zelda Ocarina of Time remake come out on the original Switch?
Nintendo's official page presents it as a Nintendo Switch 2 game, releasing on 5 November 2026. Check the game's listing if you only have the original Switch.
Can these dates still change?
Yes, a last-minute delay is always possible. We checked each date on 15 October 2026; for a date that's a few days off, check the game's official listing on your console's store.
Where to find the year-end games in Belgium?
Boxed at video game retailers, or digitally on the PlayStation Store, the Microsoft Store, the Nintendo eShop or Steam. Nimestore doesn't sell games: we recommend the screen and sound to go with them.
Play on a screen worthy of the game
120 Hz, VRR, low latency: come and try our gaming TVs at our Temploux store, or ask our expert salesperson for advice.
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