Another major year for the RPG genre.

As 2025 slowly comes to an end, open world RPG fans are already looking ahead to what awaits them next year. After a year filled with diverse and ambitious RPG releases, 2026 is shaping up to be another major year for the genre. While many upcoming titles still do not have confirmed release dates, expectations are high. Some may become breakout hits thanks to their quality, while others could spark debate with rocky launches. Either way, these games are set to dominate discussions around open world RPGs in 2026.