The annual Summer Game Fest showcase in Los Angeles opened with the reveal of the next game in the Resident Evil series, scheduled for release in 2027. Other major projects shown during the event included the massive Ascendance expansion for Monster Hunter Wilds, a new game from Fumito Ueda titled Gen Atlas, and fresh looks at Stranger Than Heaven and Star Wars: Zero Company.
The presentation concluded with the announcement of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, the third and final installment in the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy.
Capcom officially unveiled Resident Evil: Veronica, presenting the project's debut trailer. The new entry in the iconic franchise is set for release in 2027 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
Appearing on stage with a puppet, the developers at Studio MDHR announced:
“Our talented team is hard at work on this ambitious project.”
No platforms or release date have been revealed yet. The studio also announced another title, Mighty Cuphead Adventure, described as a “fast-paced run-and-gun platformer” being developed by a smaller internal team.
Creative Assembly delighted fans with the first trailer for Alien Isolation 2. According to the game's creative director:
“It's been 12 years since we released Alien Isolation, and we're continuing what we started.”
The sequel is planned for Xbox, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
The event featured the premiere of the first trailer for Fumito Ueda’s next project. Previously known under the codename Project Robot, the game is now officially titled Gen Atlas. It is planned for release on the Epic Games Store as well as PlayStation and Xbox consoles.
Studio 24 Entertainment is developing Blood Message, a new game set in Ancient China. Attendees at Summer Game Fest Play Days were given the exclusive opportunity to play the game before anyone else.
Masayoshi Yokoyama presented a new trailer for Stranger Than Heaven, which unexpectedly featured Tupac Shakur. The exact release date was also revealed: the game launches on January 15, 2027. To support the announcement, Snoop Dogg appeared on stage.
An updated version of the pirate action game, Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, was showcased with a fresh trailer. The video featured a newly recorded version of the legendary sea shanty “Leave Her Johnny,” familiar to fans of the original game.
PlatinumGames officially announced that it is working on a new game set in the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles universe. The first trailer for the project was shown during the presentation.
A new mecha action game, Gundam Rogue Orbit, was announced during the showcase. The project from Bandai Namco is scheduled for release in 2027, and audiences were treated to its debut trailer.
The new studio That's No Moon, founded by former developers from Naughty Dog and CD Projekt, announced its debut project, Crossfire. The game is being developed in partnership with Smilegate and TeamK1. No release window has been announced, but players can already wishlist it on Steam.
Remedy Entertainment unveiled another gameplay trailer for Control Resonant. Members of the press have already had the opportunity to play a demo and meet with the development team.
ArenaNet officially announced Guild Wars 3, the long-awaited third mainline installment in the series.
“We’re inviting the largest audience yet to experience the world of Guild Wars.”
The game will enter beta testing in 2027 and is planned for release on Steam and PlayStation 5.
A new trailer for Star Wars Galactic Racer debuted at the show, revealing more details about the story campaign. Familiar faces such as Sebulba and Bossk appeared in the footage, along with another racing track. The game launches on October 6, 2026.
Sega presented the first full trailer for Virtua Fighter Crossroads. The video offered a first look at the game's narrative elements and confirmed a planned 2027 release.
Grounded 2 will arrive on PlayStation 5 in August, launching alongside a major content update titled Into Abyss.
Mafia: The Old Country will soon receive a major story expansion. The DLC, titled Man of Honor, launches on August 14. The first trailer features a well-known character from the original game.
Patrice Désilets, creator of the original Assassin’s Creed, unveiled a trailer for his next game, 1666 Amsterdam. A prologue is already available on Steam, while full Early Access is planned for later this year.
Polish studio Bloober Team revealed Saw: Genesis, a new asymmetric 3v1 multiplayer horror game based on the popular film franchise.
CI Games released a new trailer for Lords of the Fallen 2. The video carries an NSFW warning, emphasizing the brutal and dark tone of the upcoming project.
Respawn showcased a new trailer for Star Wars Zero Company, officially confirming the appearance of Anakin Skywalker. The game launches on August 27 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox.
The upcoming vampire RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker received a brand-new trailer during the showcase. The game launches on September 3.
The creators of Among Us, Innersloth, announced a brand-new standalone title called Among Us Story: On Guard. A new trailer for the animated series was also shown during the presentation. The game is being developed for PC and can already be wishlisted.
IO Interactive revealed that the character Bavma will return in an upcoming expansion for 007 First Light, once again portrayed by Lenny Kravitz. A short teaser was shown at the event, though no release date has been announced.
Capcom officially announced Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, a major expansion for the original game.
Hot Wheels Infinite Rush launches on September 27 for Xbox Series consoles, PlayStation 5, and PC. A Nintendo Switch 2 release is planned for later this year.
A new trailer revealed the next wave of DLC characters for Sonic Racing Crossworlds, including crossovers with the Godzilla and Evangelion franchises.
Another project, Sonic Pico Park, was announced during the event. Gameplay footage was shown in a special video celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Sonic franchise.
Omega Force is developing Attack on Titan 3, the third game based on the popular anime series. The project is planned for Xbox Series, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
The upcoming racing game Clutch received a new trailer highlighting elements of its story. The game was officially announced earlier this week.
Rapper Wiz Khalifa has been announced as the next Elusive Target in Hitman: World of Assassination. Players can attempt to eliminate him in-game starting today through July 5.
The hit survival game Palworld will receive its full 1.0 release in July. A cinematic launch trailer was shown during the event.
The Wolf Among Us 2 received its first trailer in several years. The game is currently planned for release in 2027.
Stellar Blade Blood Rain made its debut with a first trailer. The game takes place in the same universe as the original title but introduces a new protagonist.
Tifa Lockhart from Final Fantasy VII will join the Street Fighter 6 roster as DLC. The fourth year of post-launch content will also include Yasmine, Arjun, and Bosch.
The showcase concluded with the official announcement of Final Fantasy 7 Remake Revelation. Viewers were shown the first trailer for the final game in the remake trilogy.
As a reminder, Ferrari and HP recently unveiled an exclusive laptop inspired by the design of Ferrari supercars.
