Summer of Gaming: Ranking the Top Games

The summer of gaming showcases has officially wrapped, offering us a comprehensive look at the most anticipated titles set to launch over the coming year. From jaw-dropping reveals to long-awaited sequels, IGN’s Summer of Gaming brought together a diverse lineup of games that catered to nearly every type of player. Among the highlights was the debut of *Resident Evil Requiem*, showcased during Summer Game Fest with a release date set for next February, and the cinematic trailer drop for *Clockwork Revolution* during the Xbox Games Showcase—an eagerly awaited title still without a firm launch window.

Across more than a dozen presentations, there was no shortage of excitement. Cozy gaming fans discovered hidden gems from Wholesome Direct, while lovers of dystopian futures were thrilled by the *Warhammer Skulls* reveal. PlayStation loyalists enjoyed the latest updates from State of Play, and Xbox enthusiasts got their fill during the Xbox Games Showcase. With so much content now public, it's time to evaluate and rank the biggest announcements of the season.

Tier List: The 25 Biggest Reveals of the Season

We’ve narrowed down the list to the 25 most significant game reveals based on several criteria, including trailer views, social media buzz, and internal team enthusiasm. Now it’s your turn to decide where each title belongs in our interactive Tier List. Rank them from S (the most exciting) to D (those with less promise), with plenty of room in between.

Some titles are clear S-rank contenders. *Resident Evil Requiem* dominated as the most-watched trailer of the season, and early impressions suggest it could be one of the best entries yet. Meanwhile, *Invincible VS* made a strong case for itself as a thrilling tag-team fighter and a faithful adaptation of the hit comic series. And then there’s *007 First Light*, whose stylish first trailer delivered full-on Bond movie vibes—now the big question is whether the gameplay will live up to the cinematic flair.

Games That Divide Opinion

Other titles are harder to place. After years of anticipation, *Capcom’s Pragmata* finally made its debut—but did it meet the high expectations? The *Silent Hill remake* announcement certainly stirred nostalgia, especially with Bloober Team at the helm, known for their impressive work on *Silent Hill 2*. Then there’s *Keeper of the Cube*, Double Fine’s mysterious new project teased with a cryptic debut trailer that revealed just enough to spark curiosity but left many questions unanswered.

Now it’s up to you to decide how these games stack up. Where do they belong in the grand hierarchy of this summer’s biggest reveals?

Summer of Gaming Tier List

For more from IGN's Summer of Gaming, check out our most anticipated games of the season, as well as this month's IGN First, which dives deep into Dying Light: The Beast.