Explosive Start to June: Some Game Announcements and Reveals frist week of June

The gaming industry has kicked off June 2025 with a thrilling surge of announcements, showcases, and launches, powered by events like Summer Game Fest 2025, PlayStation’s State of Play, and the Wholesome Direct 5th Anniversary. These presentations unveiled a wide spectrum of titles—from cozy indie gems to high-stakes blockbusters—along with long-awaited hardware releases and gameplay deep-dives. Below is a full recap of the week’s biggest stories, presented in a continuous, immersive format for clear understanding, including YouTube links to each game trailer where available.

Minecraft: “Chase the Skies” (Update 1.21.6)

Mojang Studios has unveiled the upcoming Minecraft update, “Chase the Skies,” launching later this June for both Java and Bedrock Editions. This summer patch features a whimsical addition in the form of the “Happy Ghast,” an unexpectedly cheerful mob from the Nether. Alongside it comes a new Player Locator Bar to improve in-game navigation, aesthetic refinements for cloud biomes, and streamlined interfaces for multiplayer experiences. These enhancements reflect Mojang’s commitment to long-term innovation for both new and veteran players.

Pathologic 3 – Reveal Trailer

Ice-Pick Lodge has re-emerged with a chilling new trailer for Pathologic 3, the third entry in the cerebral horror-survival series. The game once again places players in a plague-ridden rural Russian town, this time through the eyes of The Bachelor, Daniil Dankovsky. The new mechanic, “Amalgam,” allows players to rewind time and explore different outcomes. Known for its tense psychological atmosphere and philosophical storytelling, the game promises to test moral choices in an environment where every decision ripples across reality.

Summer Game Fest 2025 – Global Showcase

The annual Summer Game Fest returned on June 6, hosted by Geoff Keighley, showcasing more than 30 major titles, surprise drops, and gameplay reveals. Capcom revealed Resident Evil: Requiem, set to release February 27, 2026, delivering a gritty, new horror campaign. Bandai Namco debuted Code Vein 2, while Capcom followed up with Onimusha: Way of the Sword, resurrecting the fan-favorite samurai series. Atomic Heart 2 was introduced with expanded environments and combat design. Splitgate 2 stealth-launched into early access with a revamped engine and deeper customization tools. Fans of Lies of P were treated to an instant DLC drop titled Lies of P: Overture. Other standouts included Sonic Racing Crossworlds, Scott Pilgrim EX, Wuthering Waves, Chrono Odyssey, and Dune: Awakening. The showcase also included major updates to Guild Wars 2 and teased the first gameplay of Deadpool VR.

Nintendo Switch 2 – Hardware Launch & Day-One Titles

On June 5, Nintendo officially launched the long-rumored Nintendo Switch 2, featuring 4K docked resolution, a fully digital architecture, and new Joy-Con enhancements. Its day-one lineup was nothing short of remarkable. Pokemon Legends: Z-A brought an open-world evolution to the franchise; Cyberpunk 2077: Enhanced Edition made a stunning debut on the system with visual and performance optimizations; and Mario Kart World introduced open track racing and supported 24-player multiplayer, setting a new standard for the series. Additionally, the console launched with GameCube and Game Boy libraries via the revamped Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack. While no single trailer covered all titles, Nintendo’s hybrid console debut has been praised as one of its strongest hardware launches to date.

Wholesome Direct 2025 – 5th Anniversary Showcase

On June 8, Wholesome Games celebrated five years of spotlighting cozy, narrative-driven indie titles. The 2025 showcase highlighted over 70 new games and demos. Standouts included Fishbowl, a story of healing and self-reflection set within a slice-of-life aesthetic; Gourdlets Together, a cheerful builder-meets-social sim hybrid; Milano’s Odd Job Collection, a charming job-based micro-RPG; and Sheepherds!, a co-op game of chaos and woolly mischief. Several titles, like Camper Van: Make It Home and Omelet You Cook, launched playable demos immediately after the show. The event reaffirmed the growing demand for calm, uplifting experiences in a landscape often dominated by action and spectacle.

PlayStation State of Play – June 2025

Sony delivered a powerful mid-year presentation with a blend of sequels, remasters, and VR expansions. Ghost of Tsushima: Spirit of Iki was revealed as a standalone DLC expansion, returning to the fabled island with a co-op narrative twist and new stealth tools. The long-rumored Bloodborne Remastered was finally confirmed for PS5, complete with graphical overhauls, performance enhancements, and dual-mode gameplay. Insomniac showcased Marvel’s Spider-Man: Dark Web, which builds upon the previous game’s mechanics while introducing Venom as a playable character. Team Ninja’s Nioh 3 debuted with a new engine and deeper combat systems. A demo is already live on the PlayStation Store, allowing players to test the refined mechanics and expanded multiplayer support. The event concluded with updates to PlayStation Indies and a sneak peek at upcoming PS VR2 titles.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – New Cinematic Trailer
Hideo Kojima took the stage at Summer Game Fest to present a new trailer for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, offering a surreal and cinematic look into the game’s expanded world. Scheduled to release on June 26 exclusively for PlayStation 5, the trailer introduced new characters Lucy and Neil, played by Alissa Jung and Luca Marinelli. It teased gameplay innovations including underwater traversal, drone navigation, and cargo manipulation in hazardous environments. Kojima described this sequel as a more emotional and reflective journey, emphasizing human connection, legacy, and sacrifice. A special edition DualSense controller themed after the game will also release alongside it.

Which reveal impressed you the most this week? Are you planning to pick up the Nintendo Switch 2, dive into the Nioh 3 demo, or explore the world of Pathologic 3? Join the discussion and let us know what you're most hyped for!