The Big New PC Games Coming 2019 And Beyond

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PC players have a lot to look forward to in 2019. Big-name teams are rolling out sequels to many beloved series with the likes of Doom Eternal, Gears 5, and Tom Clancy's The Division 2, and we'll also see brand-new properties from famed developers like From Software's Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice and BioWare's Anthem.

A few other games are going to see the light of day in 2019 after delays, most notably Crackdown 3. The open-world action game was expected to launch in 2016, and after several delays, it's finally set to release in February. That month will also see the launch of Metro Exodus, the third entry in the superb single-player first-person shooter series, which had a short delay from its initial Fall 2018 window.

Smaller games are also set to make big splashes in 2019, such as Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, which is a spiritual successor to the 2D Castlevania games from producer Koji Igarashi. Sea of Solitude is another one worth keeping an eye on, as it's an independent adventure game with a unique art style, published by EA. Another indie gem with the backing of a big publisher is Ori and The Will of the Wisps, sequel to Xbox One console exclusive Ori and the Blind Forest.

Those are just a few of the exciting games coming to PC in 2019 and beyond; for a full breakdown of everything you can expect, check out the list below. In this feature, we've included both games confirmed for 2019 and ones that we aren't yet sure about so you know what's coming on the horizon.

There are plenty of exciting new PC games set to release next year. Let us know in the comments below which of these games you're looking forward to most, as well as what you're still hoping is announced.

BioWare's next game, Anthem, is quite a departure from what the studio is known for. Instead of a narrative-driven RPG, Anthem will be BioWare's take on a multiplayer RPG shooter, which shares similarities with the Destiny franchise. Mobility is one of the most important components in Anthem as you'll be flying your way through environments with impressive verticality using boost jets on your exosuit, called the Javelin. These suits also act as combat classes that can be swapped out; you won't have to commit a character to a specific Javelin. Whether or not you're into the new direction, Anthem is undoubtedly one of the biggest games to pay attention to in early 2019.

Babylon’s Fall
Babylon’s Fall is the latest game by famed studio Platinum Games. Based on the reveal trailer, the upcoming project appears to be fantasy-themed action game. You appear to play as a knight with unique magical abilities.

Battletoads
A brand-new Battletoads game has been announced. No gameplay was shown, but we did learn, however, that it will have three-player couch co-op and 2.5D graphics. In addition, the art in the game appeared hand-drawn--at least according to the announcement trailer.

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night
If you have any fondness for the Castlevania games, you might want to keep an eye on Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night. It's a Kickstarter game that's aiming to capture the spirit of the metroidvania-style, and you should be optimistic since it's being led by Koji Igarashi, a long-time producer of the Castlevania franchise--he's worked on Symphony of the Night, Dawn of Sorrow, and Harmony of Dissonance, to name a few. Though it still plays as a side-scroller, Bloodstained has a 2.5D art-style (3D backgrounds and character models with 2D gameplay). You'll be playing as Miriam, an orphan taken in by the Alchemists guild which is now caught up drama thanks to former member Gebel who has gone off the deep end.

Code Vein
Originally slated for release in September 2018, Code Vein is now scheduled for 2019 after a short delay. The Bandai Namco title stars vampires and is often aptly referred to as "anime Dark Souls" with its blend of anime and apocalyptic art styles. Bandai Namco has released several Code Vein character trailers in the lead-up to release to whet fans' appetites.