November feels like the grand finale of the gaming year; a month where every genre takes the stage, beloved series make their return, and indie studios surprise us with fresh ideas. It’s not just PC players getting spoiled; PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch are equally packed with new releases. With platform-exclusive editions and blockbuster launches, we’re entering the busiest release window of 2025.
On the strategy front, Age of Empires IV and Europa Universalis V lead the charge. Simulation fans will dive into Football Manager 26 and Tavern Keeper, while the action and nostalgia crowd get treated to Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment and Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition.
Throughout November, both major studios and indie developers are putting their best work on display, leaving players with just one undeniable truth: There won’t be a single free day this month.
In short, November isn’t a holiday for gamers but a marathon. Every day brings a new launch, every week a new genre, and every platform its own thrill. Here’s a look at all the games awaiting us in November 2025, along with their genres, platforms, and release dates.
3 November
Tavern Keeper (PC)
The long-awaited simulation is finally here. Build your own tavern, serve drinks, manage customers, and handle chaos every single day. With its sarcastic humor and detailed economy system, it’s a modern take on classic management games like Theme Hospital.
4 November
Age of Empires IV (PS5)
The real-time strategy legend finally arrives on PlayStation. You can now build empires not with a mouse, but with a gamepad. This console version is fully optimized in terms of interface, controls, and performance.
1000xResist (PS5, Xbox Series X|S)
A haunting sci-fi adventure wrapped in theatrical storytelling. Set in a society of human clones, you travel through time and confront alternate versions of yourself while questioning the meaning of identity. Artistic, introspective, and emotionally powerful.
Windstorm: The Legend of Khiimori (PC)
The legend that rides with the wind returns. This open-world adventure focuses on horseback exploration across vast steppes, blending natural beauty with an emotional narrative about uncovering the secrets of the past. A calm yet powerful journey of freedom and discovery.
Europa Universalis V (PC)
Paradox opens the pages of history once again. The grand strategy sequel introduces smarter diplomacy, a deeper economic network, and a completely overhauled map system. From Europe to the Far East, every region offers richer political complexity than ever before.
Football Manager 26 (PS5, Xbox, PC, Mobile)
The most comprehensive football management experience of the year returns. Featuring new AI systems, improved club interactions, and a more realistic transfer algorithm; it’s no longer just about winning matches, but managing the soul of your club.
5 November
Biped 2 (PS5, Switch, Xbox, PC)
Two little robots, plenty of physics, and a full dose of cooperation. One of the most charming co-op platformers returns with new level designs and environmental puzzles, making the sequel faster and more dynamic than ever.
Dinkum (Switch)
A relaxing life simulation set in the Australian outback. Raise animals, build farms, fish, and expand your town. The Switch version features a touch-optimized interface and enhanced portable gameplay.
Sonic Rumble (PC, Mobile)
The Sonic universe races into a chaotic new arena. Blending platforming speed with battle royale energy, this vibrant multiplayer title lets up to 32 players compete in fast-paced, physics-driven obstacle courses. It’s pure Sonic mayhem; colorful, fast, and delightfully unpredictable.
6 November
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment (Switch 2)
A return to the Zelda universe but this time in a darker era. Massive battlefields, hundreds of enemies, and an expanded character roster make this one of the first Nintendo titles to showcase the full power of the Switch 2.
Unbeatable (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S)
Music, rebellion, rhythm. Hand-drawn anime-style visuals drive a story where every beat tells a part of the narrative. A defiant, emotional rhythm adventure built around the belief that “nothing in life is as honest as rhythm.”
The Last Caretaker (PC)
A calm exploration game about solitude and reconnecting with nature. You restore a long-abandoned greenhouse on a deserted island, healing both the land and its forgotten past. With its painterly art style, it stands out as one of the indie scene’s most poetic experiences.
Of Ash & Steel (PC)
An empire reborn from ashes and the melody of rusted steel. Set in a grim medieval world, this dark action RPG blends precise combat with player-driven choices, a world where patience, not power, defines survival.
Syberia Remastered (PS5, Xbox, PC)
A classic adventure reimagined for modern hardware. The beloved Syberia story returns with enhanced lighting, new face models, and fully remastered visuals. Kate Walker’s journey is retold in stunning 4K fidelity.
Unbeatable (PS5, Xbox, PC)
A rhythm-based narrative adventure pulsing with punk energy and anime-inspired visuals. Every song is a piece of the story both gameplay and character arcs move in sync with the beat.
7 November
A Pizza Delivery (PS5, Xbox, PC)
It starts as a simple delivery job until the night takes a dark turn. Mixing horror with dark comedy, this story-driven game delivers a tense “nightmare shift” experience where every knock on the door could be your last.
Thrasher (PC)
Pulsing beats, neon chaos, and hypnotic speed; Thrasher is an abstract arcade journey through sound and light. Players ride waves of rhythm, striking in sync with the music to survive a surreal audiovisual storm.
10 November
Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition (PS5, Xbox, PC)
The wasteland returns in its most complete form. This edition includes all DLCs, next-gen graphical upgrades, and performance enhancements, giving both new players and veterans a reason to revisit the Commonwealth once more.
Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road (PS5, Switch, Switch 2, Xbox, PC)
The legendary soccer RPG finally makes its comeback. Blending anime-style storytelling with strategic gameplay, Victory Road revives the spirit of the original series with new teams, dramatic cutscenes, and enhanced online play.
11 November
Lumines Arise (PS5, PSVR 2, PC)
The rhythm-puzzle hybrid evolves again. With mesmerizing visuals and VR support, Lumines Arise transforms light and sound into a hypnotic experience that feels equal parts music performance and meditation.
NASCAR 25 (PC)
The iconic racing series celebrates its milestone entry with overhauled physics, real-time pit crew management, and fully dynamic weather systems. Every lap counts, and every turn could define your championship.
Unpetrified: Echoes of Nature (PC)
A tranquil exploration adventure where you restore a world turned to stone. Through puzzles, painting, and environmental storytelling, Unpetrified invites players to uncover the balance between decay and rebirth in nature.
Goodnight Universe (PC, Switch, Switch 2)
A physics-based puzzle game wrapped in philosophical storytelling. Childhood memories, time fractures, and parallel realities intertwine in a minimalist but emotionally rich sci-fi experience.
Possessor(s) (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S)
A dark Metroidvania set in a decaying city where parasitic powers blur the line between human and monster. Fast combat, oppressive atmosphere, and a haunting narrative make it one of the genre’s boldest new entries.
12 November
Tombwater (PC)
A gothic town legend reborn as a modern horror story. As you uncover the secrets buried beneath a fog-shrouded lake, every step drags you deeper into the past. With its bleak tone and slow-burning tension, Tombwater stands out as one of the year’s most chilling indie thrillers.
Winter Burrow (Switch, Xbox, PC)
A warm yet melancholy survival tale told through the eyes of a mouse. Stranded in a frozen forest, you must gather resources, endure the cold, and find your way back home. Its hand-drawn art style turns every frame into a page from a storybook.
13 November
Anno 117: Pax Romana (PS5, Xbox, PC)
The legendary city-building series journeys to the Roman Empire. Trade, diplomacy, and warfare intertwine as you shape your empire amid an age of peace. With the theme of “growth through harmony,” Pax Romana redefines what an Anno game can be.
Yakuza Kiwami (Switch 2)
Return to where it all began. The remade version of the original Yakuza arrives on Switch 2 with enhanced combat mechanics and cinematic cutscenes, bringing Kiryu’s classic story to handheld players for the first time.
Yakuza Kiwami 2 (Switch 2)
One of the most emotional stories in the Yakuza universe comes to Switch 2. Running on an upgraded Dragon Engine, it delivers refined action and drama, releasing back-to-back with its predecessor for a full Yakuza marathon experience.
Atelier Ryza: Secret Trilogy Deluxe Pack (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, Switch 2)
Gust’s beloved alchemy saga returns in one complete bundle. The trilogy has been enhanced with modern visuals and refined mechanics, offering the most accessible way to experience Ryza’s story of friendship, crafting, and adventure.
Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch)
The anime-style football legend kicks off again. Combining tactical RPG systems with cinematic story sequences, this entry bridges nostalgic energy with a polished, next-gen presentation.
14 November
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 (PS5, Xbox, PC)
The shadows of the Cold War return. Black Ops 7 blends covert missions with psychological tension, making it one of Treyarch’s most narrative-driven entries yet. This time, it’s not just about the battles you fight, it’s about the choices you make.
Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero (Switch, Switch 2)
Kamehamehas are back! Sparking! Zero, carrying the legacy of the Budokai Tenkaichi series, ignites nostalgia with its lightning-fast 3D battles and cinematic visuals on both Switch and Switch 2. With next-gen performance and “anime-in-motion” combat, it’s set to be one of the most explosive releases of the year.
Monster Hunter Stories Collection (Xbox)
Capcom gathers its most beloved Monster Hunter spin-offs into one collection. Both Monster Hunter Stories and Wings of Ruin return with upgraded visuals and enhanced voice acting, offering Xbox players the perfect, story-driven gateway into the franchise.
Where Winds Meet (PS5, PC, Mobile)
Set in ancient China, this open-world action RPG blends freedom of exploration with Wuxia martial arts and philosophical storytelling. Its real-time combat and myth-meets-history worldbuilding make it one of the most anticipated new IPs of the year.
15 November
Escape from Tarkov 1.0 (PC)
The long early-access era finally ends. The hardcore tactical FPS reaches full release with revamped maps, a rebalanced loot system, and new PvE missions. Tarkov is no longer just about survival, it’s about mastering the “art of professional death.”
17 November
Unmourned (PC)
A gothic action RPG rising from the shadows of lost souls. With hand-painted backdrops and a poetic narrative, Unmourned explores the “aesthetics of suffering.” Its tactical combat and melancholic tone make it one of the month’s most intriguing indie releases.
The Berlin Apartment (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S)
A tense psychological thriller confined to a single Berlin apartment. Trapped in a time loop, you unravel the character’s fractured past through subtle environmental storytelling and a minimalist yet suffocating atmosphere.
Solo Leveling: Arise Overdrive (PC)
The hit manhwa’s definitive version. More missions, new bosses, and cinematic cutscenes expand Jinwoo’s rise to power into a grander, faster, and flashier action experience.
18 November
Deadpool VR (Meta Quest)
Deadpool finally makes his chaotic leap into VR and of course, he’s breaking the fourth wall again. Expect humor, explosions, and utter insanity, all brought to life through hand-tracked combat on Meta Quest.
Morsels (PS5, Switch, Xbox, PC)
A heartfelt interactive story about life’s small moments and big emotions. Each chapter revolves around a different dish, serving up short, emotional vignettes in the spirit of Life Is Strange.
News Tower (1.0 Launch) (PC)
Build your newspaper empire in 1930s New York. Manage stories, printing, and staff morale in this management sim that blends politics, gossip, and journalism under one roof. The 1.0 update deepens the game’s narrative and ethical choices.
SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide (PS5, Switch 2, Xbox, PC)
Bikini Bottom is back! The newest SpongeBob adventure combines open-world exploration with action-packed missions. Featuring Patrick, Sandy, and Squidward as playable characters, this is underwater chaos at its most colorful.
Deadpool VR (PC)
Red suit, bad jokes, total chaos. Deadpool finally breaks the fourth wall in VR, letting players slash, shoot, and wisecrack with their own hands in the most absurd superhero experience imaginable.
19 November
Demonschool (PS5, Switch, Xbox, PC)
A strange blend of Persona-style school life and tactical battles. Freshman students must survive a university crawling with demons. Beneath its colorful visuals lies a dark, eerie tone, easily one of the most unique indie RPGs on the horizon.
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S)
Merchant by day, dungeon raider by night. The sequel deepens the beloved loop of exploration and trade with handcrafted story-driven dungeons and an expanded crafting system. The roguelite formula, now with heart and purpose.
20 November
Kirby Air Riders (Switch 2)
Nintendo’s iconic pink hero races onto Switch 2 in a whirlwind of speed and chaos. High-velocity races, arena battles, and a fully overhauled physics engine bring the Kirby universe to life in faster, flashier form. One of the first-party titles designed to showcase the power of Switch 2.
Outlaws + Handful of Missions: Remaster (PS5, Switch, Xbox, PC)
The legendary Western FPS from the ’90s rides again. This remaster combines the original Outlaws story and its expansion pack with modern visuals and sound. Nostalgic yet refreshing, like smelling gunpowder and old saloons through your screen.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chernobyl (PS5)
The master of atmosphere returns. Powered by Unreal Engine 5, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 transforms the irradiated ruins of Chernobyl into a photorealistic nightmare. A haunting mix of survival, exploration, and horror; one of the most ambitious console releases of the year.
24 November
Constance (PC)
A melancholic adventure blending storytelling with abstract art. Hand-drawn visuals and poetic dialogue explore the theme of “getting lost,” both visually and emotionally. A quiet yet deeply moving indie experience.
25 November
Project Motor Racing (PS5, Xbox, PC)
A next-generation racing simulator built around authentic track physics. Dynamic weather, evolving grip, and photorealistic car models deliver a refined experience for motorsport enthusiasts seeking realism and precision.
26 November
Terminator 2D: No Fate (PS5, PS4, Xbox, Switch, PC)
The spirit of the ’80s returns in a 2D side-scrolling explosion. A pixel-art reinterpretation of the classic Terminator saga, this retro action game fuses nostalgia with chaos. The T-800 is back, this time on a flat plane with “No Fate” redefined in pixels and fire.
27 November
Bubble Bobble: Sugar Dungeons (PS5, Switch, PC)
A sweet and strange twist on the Bubble Bobble formula. Capture enemies in bubble traps while exploring candy-themed dungeons filled with RPG elements. Beneath its cheerful visuals lies a surprisingly tough platforming challenge.
As November unfolds, it’s clear the month won’t be slowing down anytime soon. From Sonic’s chaotic races to 1000xResist’s introspective time loops, every release adds its own rhythm to gaming’s busiest season. Whether you crave heart-pounding speed or soul-searching stories, November has a world waiting for you
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