The eight most notable video games of this June
The Switch 2 marks a busy June, which also sees the arrival of the long-awaited sequel to 'Death Stranding'.
The end of the school year and the pre-holiday atmosphere are signs of movement within the sector. Nintendo chooses this month to launch its new console, which arrives with Mario Kart World as the clear protagonist. PlayStation is betting on publishing one of its big titles of the year, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. Apart from this, this month is not only marked by the titles that are now arriving, but also by those that will be announced or those that will share more details at a series of events such as Summer Game Fest, Wholesome Direct, Xbox Games Showcase, PC Gaming Show or Steam Next Fest. The presentation of new releases is expected, but also the setting of closer release dates, now that there is no fear of coinciding with the GTA VI, as it has been confirmed that it will be launched in May 2026.
June 5 | Switch 2 | Ages 3+
The flagship video game for the launch of the new Nintendo Switch 2 is the new installment of the popular racing series set in the universe of Mario and company. This is not surprising, considering that the best-selling title for the original Switch is the previous installment of the series, a reissued version after being released for Wii U more than a decade ago. Mario Kart World For the first time, up to 24 racers compete simultaneously, and all the action takes place within a freely explorable, interconnected world. New competition modes are also included, such as the Knockout Tour, featuring a knockout system on a large circuit that connects different locations. And of course, it also features the new console's striking graphics, new characters, new items, and new mechanics to create a complete family experience.
June 10 | PC, PS5, XSeries |
A new action-adventure game published by IO Interactive, known for the stealth saga Hitman, developed by Build a Rocket Boy. The game stars a former soldier with a mysterious neural implant, promising a healthy dose of third-person shooting and explosions. The game appears to be an open world due to its expansive environments, but it actually follows a linear pattern with missions that have a strong cinematic component. Its integration with Everywhere stands out, a creation platform from the same studio, from which you can build and mix elements that can be imported into the game for interaction.
June 10 | PC (PS5 and XSeries through 2025) | 18+
The game was supposed to arrive in May, but it finally lands this June for PC, although it will make its way to consoles later this year. This title is inspired by the famous literary universe of Dune, which has gained a lot of popularity recently thanks to film adaptations. Awakening It's an MMORPG, a massively multiplayer online role-playing game where many players interact within a digital world. It also includes common survival game mechanics, such as exploring, collecting, and thriving. The plot is set in an alternate timeline where Paul Atreides never existed, a civil war ravages the planet Arrakis, and the Fremen have mysteriously vanished.
June 12 | PC | 18+
The Korean sci-fi video game, until now a PS5 exclusive, is coming to PC just over a year later. The action-adventure game enhances its visual spectacle with a series of technical optimizations, such as higher texture resolution and an unlocked refresh rate. The Shift Up studio is also adding new content, such as previously unreleased final enemies and more outfits for the protagonist. This additional content will also be available on the console version after its June launch.
June 13 | PC, XSeries | Ages 16+
Developed by 11 Bit Studios, known for This War of Mine and the saga Frostpunk, a new curious science fiction proposal arrives, and which has a certain reminiscence of the film Mickey 17The player takes control of Jan Dolski, a space miner who will need the help of the alters to be able to achieve their goals and not die on the hostile planet where they are. altersHowever, they are not clones but rather alternative versions of themselves, who have made different life choices and, therefore, have unique abilities, lifestyles, and personalities. Managing survival will not be limited solely to material or energy resources; managing the emotions of the different Jans will be key to avoiding the most crucial conflicts.
June 17 | PC, PS5, XSeries | Ages 12+
This title is developed and published by Remedy Entertainment, led by Sam Lake, also responsible for sagas such as Max Payne, Alan Wake and Control. The first multiplayer from the Finnish studio is this one spin-off first-person shooter with an action that is set and located sometime after the events of ControlThe game follows a special unit of soldiers called Firebreak, tasked with clearing the Oldest House of infected enemies, and encourages cooperation through groups of three players, who venture together to overcome each raid's objectives.
June 19 | PC, PS5, XSeries | Ages 3+
In an unexpected turn of events, and after developing two martial arts games such as Absolve and Sifu (the second is a masterpiece), Sloclap presents a football game. However, the gameplay of his previous projects is perhaps not so far removed, since the sporting action of Rematch It's frenetic and technical, like a kung-fu fight. The studio's new offering, with a modern and optimistic aesthetic, features online multiplayer matches of up to 5 players that break the usual molds of the king of sports. What's more, the controls and mechanics themselves are a departure from well-known soccer games and put each user in the shoes of a single player. Rematch promotes team play and requires precision in shooting in order to score and win.
June 26 | PS5 | Ages 18+
The visionary Hideo Kojima, responsible for the saga Metal Gear, lets his creative freedom fly again to shape the sequel to Death Stranding, a pioneering and innovative work that broke barriers in 2019. Far beyond being just a walking simulator, the saga explores a science fiction universe with a plot laden with very human themes such as death, the afterlife, and human connection. On the Beach continues the story of Sam Porter, joined by old and new faces, all played by a high-caliber cast. The sequel will explore the consequences of the decisions made in the original title's plot and will place greater emphasis on the action elements, while also allowing the protagonists to travel to new, uncharted territories. The game is temporarily released exclusively on PS5 but will eventually arrive on other platforms.