5 Hottest Games of November 2025 You Need to Play

November is here, ringing in the last portion of game releases for 2025. November always has some big hitters, but there are also some new interesting titles to keep your eye on this month:

Of Ash and Steel

Release date: 24 November 2025 (PC)

Looking like somewhat of an old-school throwback to games of yesteryear (albeit with a modern twist), Of Ash and Steel is an immersive third-person open-world RPG that throws you into the role of a cartographer tasked with exploring the lands of a once-prosperous island. You’ll have to meet the locals, take on mythical beasts, and survive the harsh environments in what looks like an interesting entry into the RPG genre.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7

Release date: 14 November 2025 (Xbox Series X/S | PS5 | PS4 | Xbox One | PC)

Of course, Call of Duty is back with another big release, continuing the spin-off yet ultra-popular Black Ops line of games. Developed by Treyarch and Raven Software, Black Ops 7 features a new campaign that continues the mind-bending military elements of the franchise, along with a beefed-up multiplayer experience and Zombie mode.

Where Winds Meet

Release date: 14 November 2025 (Xbox Series X/S | PS5 | PC)

Looking like the closest thing to a Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon game, Where Winds Meet is an epic open-world action-adventure RPG rooted in the rich legacy of Wuxia. Set during the turbulent era of tenth-century China, you take on the role of a young sword master searching for answers. Expect some great combat and rich lore when Where Winds Meet drops in November.

Stalker 2

Release date: 20 November 2025 (PS5 | Already on: Xbox Series X/S | PC)

Stalker 2 launched last year on Xbox and PC to a great reception, and is now making its way to PS5. You can fully roam around the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone that’s packed full of dangerous enemies, deadly anomalies and powerful artefacts, and find your own path to the finish.

Terminator 2D: No Fate

Release date: 26 November 2025 (Xbox Series X/S | PS5 | PS4 | Xbox One | PC)

Terminator 2D: No Fate is an awesome-looking throwback to the retro arcade-inspired sidescrolling games of yesteryear. The game pretty much follows the beats of Terminator 2: Judgment Day, allowing you to play through some iconic scenarios, while also having some new twists and multiple endings. The gameplay also features a great variety of styles, including action, beat-’em-up and stealth levels.

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