While the Winter period is usually seen as the big time for video game releases, particularly with most developers aiming for a Christmas bump for their new release, the gaming calendar does run year round and spring 2026 is set to feature some high profile releases that were are very excited by, in this we’ll be discussing the top 5 games we’re excited for in the spring window.
Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream
The Mii’s are back in this long awaited sequel to DS era hit Tomodachi Life. The little creatures got to live their lives, fall in love, sing songs, and even perform as the player watched everything unfold. It was one of the most surprising absences from the lifespan of the original Nintendo Switch especially as Nintendo long promised players some changes from the original game to make it more inclusive.
As part of the Switch 2 rollout, the series is making a comeback with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, complete with some revamps to the game world. More than anything, everyone wants to see the Mii’s make their return!
WWE 2K26
The latest addition to the WWE 2K series will see players take another step into the ring for some fantasy booking. The game’s centrepiece Showcase mode will focus on renegade former world champion CM Punk as it dives into some of his career highlights as well as some dream matches that couldn’t happen during his decade long absence from the company.
While the game’s island mode is sure to bring with it 2K’s trademark micro-transactions, they will allow players to drip out their character with taunts or apparel of their choice. Similar to those who play at Arabic casinos, for example, there are many options with the micro-transactions in-game to add considerably to the experience.
Mario Tennis Fever
This is Nintendo, whenever Super Mario does anything there is a sense of palpable excitement among fans. It is made even better by marking another foray for the moustached man into the world of tennis. The tennis games have, in the past, been a great way to play with friends and family while mixing in some of our most recognisable favourites.
MLB The Show 26
In a crowded sporting simulation market, MLB: The Show continues to be the headline act. Long seen as the standard bearer, it mixes some of the best aspects of other sports series into one with an in-depth career mode, solid franchise mechanics, and an online team builder that allows you to bring together the best players in the world to play for your team.
Another season brings with it a chance to rebuild your favourite franchise, scout the next MVP, or build the greatest dynasty the sport of baseball has ever seen.
Life is Strange Reunion
Life is Strange was an absolute smash hit of its era. It completely embodied the vibes of the era it was released in, allowing for Queer stories, real human stories dealing with serious topics, and a sense of freedom to the player as their decisions could impact everything in the game world.
With the announcement of LiS Reunion, the original cast is back for a brand new adventure with the return of Chloe adding some chaos to the mix, This is sure to be a tense, gripping addition to one of gaming’s most interesting universes that fans absolutely won’t want to miss.
