6 big new video games out this week

June 22, 2026 - 16:15

The final week of June is packed with highly anticipated video game releases across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. From June 22 to June 28, 2026, players can expect a diverse lineup ranging from sprawling open-world adventures to intense competitive shooters.

Leading the charge is "Eclipse Protocol," a tactical sci-fi shooter from a veteran studio known for its deep class-based combat. Set on a crumbling orbital station, the game promises a tense multiplayer experience with destructible environments. Meanwhile, fantasy fans have their eyes on "The Weeping Kingdom," a dark action-RPG that blends Soulslike difficulty with a branching narrative driven by player choices.

On the lighter side, "Starlight Valley" offers a cozy farming simulator with a twist: you must restore a magical orchard while uncovering the secrets of a forgotten forest. For strategy enthusiasts, "Grand Armada: Iron Tide" delivers a massive naval warfare simulation, letting players command fleets in historically inspired campaigns.

Nintendo Switch owners get "Chrono Drift," a stylish 2D platformer where players manipulate time to solve puzzles and defeat robotic foes. Finally, horror fans can dive into "The Hollow Below," a first-person psychological thriller set in an abandoned mining facility. With such a varied slate, this week promises something for every type of gamer.