2025 is almost here, and as long as you ignore most of the news, it's been a good year for games. Seriously, the Game of the Year competition is fierce, med Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Ghost of Yotei, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, Silk song, Hades 2and Donkey Kong Banana all are top contenders. The industry isn't done yet, either November 2025 has some of the biggest games of 2025.
While December has some notable projects, November is the last stacked month of the year. Almost every day there will be exciting titles from both AAA and indie developers, but not all releases will attract the same attention. Some November 2025 game is simply bigger. Here they are.
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No ports, remakes or remasters. New games only.
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The games are loosely listed by their name recognition and how big they are likely to be.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7
The biggest game of November 2025 (obviously)
Of course, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 will dominate the headlines throughout November, and it will almost certainly be the best-selling game of the month. It's just tradition and the way things are. As said, Black Ops 7s marketing strategy hasn't always been great, and its original reveal inspired a lot of negativity due to marking a return to a futuristic setting. Battlefield 6 also boring Black Ops 7s shines and may have taken some of its player base, although the latter should still be a success. The beta was good, but not great.
At this point, everyone probably already knows if they're going to pick up BO7 or not, or if they plan to download the game via Game Pass. Treyarch and Raven are handling the project, with the latter taking over responsibility for Zombies. The story will be a sequel to the 2012s Black Ops 2which seems like a lifetime ago, and will take place in 2035.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment
November 2025's biggest Nintendo Switch 2 games
Although the original release's announcement was met with confusion rather than unbridled excitement, Hyrule Warriors has proven to be a quality spinoff, and Age of imprisonment should help scratch that Zelda itching until another mainline entry becomes a reality. For the uninitiated, Hyrule Warriors is a hack-and-slash game where you blast through hundreds of enemies at once and build a body count that could make the likes of Kratos blush. Technically speaking, Age of imprisonment is the third entry in the series, but the games are pretty self-contained, so you don't have to play The Age of Calamity. That said, you should probably be familiar with The tears of the kingdom.
From the trailer and known information, Zelda seems to be at the center of the story, and Link may not be part of the main story at all. The game is set in the early years of Hyrule, focusing on a war between Ganondorf and King Rauru/Queen Sonia, with Zelda joining the fray through some good old time travel.
i love Warriorso i can't wait Age of imprisonment; However, if you are completely new to Musou games, I recommend that you watch the gameplay videos carefully before investing any money. These games are divisive.
Anno 117: Pax Romana
November 2025's biggest strategy game
Yes, Ubisoft isn't everyone's cup of tea and is getting constant criticism these days, but Anno have not yet missed. One of the most reliable and fun city-building franchises, the series has been producing excellence since the late 90s, and there's no sign of that Release in November 2025 will be anything but another resounding triumph.
Set during the Roman Empire, Anno 117 will appoint players as the governor of one of two provinces, and they can choose between the Romans and the Celts. Your goal will be to ensure that your province not only grows and prospers, but also expands its influence beyond its borders. Although based on mostly the same mechanics, each province has its own identity, strengths, and challenges, meaning each playthrough can (hopefully) be very different.
Where winds meet
November 2025's biggest free game
Everstone Studios Where winds meet looks way too good to be free to play, but is confirmed to be the case. An open world RPG that teleports you to 11th century China, the game seems like it will mix history and fantasy, while featuring captivating graphics that could be among the best of 2025. The combat system revolves around Wuxia, a fiction sub-category that revolves around Chinese martial arts, and it is very popular in Donghua and Manhwa.
Where winds meet seems to prioritize customization and choice, promoting both versatile combat and a player-driven narrative. The developer has gone out of its way to emphasize the game's single player viability, and its multiplayer aspect comes across as secondary. Although technically an MMO, Where winds meet could also function as a more conventional action RPG, albeit one that requires an internet connection.
Kirby Air Riders
November 2025's biggest racing game
When 2025 began, a sequel to the 2003s Kirby Air Ride was probably not on many people's wish lists. That is in no way a comment on the GameCube game's quality, but rather a reflection of how unexpected Kirby Air Riders' reveal was, along with the fact that the Switch 2 launched with Mario Kart World. Still, the console could use another premium racing game, and Kirby Air Riders should also be a good multiplayer option that you throw out during parties.
In terms of modes, the game should have Top Ride, Road Trip and City Trial, just to name a few. These should offer a lot of variety, as Top Ride transitions to a top-down perspective, while Road Trip is open-ended. Kirby Air Riders will have a significant character roster compared to its predecessor, jumping from 3 to 20, all of which will fall under classes that can use specific copy abilities.
November 2025's biggest risk
Oh boy, this one should be interesting. For two decades, Sports Interactive's Football manager has been the definitive sports management IP, where every entry is a must for anyone in football. The upcoming entry will be a landmark in the series, as it is the first game built on the Unity engine rather than the in-house gameplay that the franchise used to rely on.
On the one hand, this change was undoubtedly needed because the previous engine had grown long in the tooth, with outdated UI and lackluster 3D gameplay. Conversely, it has created a lot of uncertainty around FM26as Sports Interactive has reportedly struggled to adapt to the engine. Sports Interactive and Sega even canceled Football Manager 26which was meant to be the first Unity post. The beta didn't really help alleviate those concerns, and I'd suggest waiting for reviews if you're interested in picking this one up.
Sonic Rumble
November 2025's biggest multiplayer… Well, it could be big
Sonic is far too inconsistent a franchise to make any predictions about upcoming gamesquality, though Sonic Rumble should be an interesting distraction at least. Basically, Sonic takes a stab at the battle royale market, marketing itself as the “first multiplayer party game” in the series.
32 players will compete across a series of stages while using iconic characters from across the franchise, which can be customized. Modes include standard stuff like Run (first to arrive wins) and Survival (avoid elimination), along with the fitting Ring Battle (fight other teams for rings). While generally focused on PvP, co-op is also part of the equation and will be present in some modes. At a glance, Sonic Rumblepp mainly influence seems to be Autumn guys.
Sonic Rumble is free to play.
Solo Leveling: Arise Overdrive
November 2025's biggest anime game
In recent years have Solo Leveling evolved from being the greatest manhwa to one of the greatest anime, and it has attempted to do the same for the video game realm. Not to be confused with Arise, Solo Leveling: Arise Overdrive is an action RPG that retraces Sung Jinwoo's story, along with new stories to keep things fresh for veterans (who are most likely to pick up the game).
Although it supports co-op through 4-player raids, this game is a single-player action RPG and not an MMO, so it might be a better option than Solo Leveling: Arise for people who want a more straightforward and, arguably, less grind-focused experience. Arise Overdrive seems to match the bombastic action of the source material, with the battles appearing to be fast and stylish.
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault
November 2025's Biggest Early Asset Play
Digital Sun's Moonlighter is a delightful indie game that mixes dungeon crawling with shop management, and the developer will debut the sequel on Steam Early Access in November 2025. The core concept is the same as its predecessor, but Moonlighters 2 goes the full 3D route, which should allow for even more impressive dungeons and visuals. As Will, you will enter dungeons to obtain loot that can be sold in your shop, hopefully to make money. You can and should also invest in the growth of the city, as it allows you to acquire better weapons and other items.
Due to launch in early access, Moonlighters 2 will obviously not be a complete experience, and Digital Sun will use player feedback gathered during this period to help shape the final version. While not every early access game is a success, this project should be in safe hands.
SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide
November 2025's biggest children's game
Ever since Purple Lamp Studios became the default developer of the franchise, Spongebob Squarepants has been on a hot streak. Apart from a few flaws, Battle for Bikini Bottom – Rehydrated was a solid remake, while The Cosmic Shake is undoubtedly the best game featuring everyone's favorite mushroom. Hopefully it will face stiff competition when SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide launched in November.
Another 3D platformer, the upcoming game features Spongebob and Patrick as the main playable characters, and you'll be able to switch between them on the fly. They have unique skills that make them equally crucial to passing the stages. The visuals look just as good as the developer's previous projects, and the gameplay should be up to scratch as well.
