In 2026, Bandai Namco is fully committed to its entertainment-first mission, and the list of recent and upcoming games proves it. From sports to action adventure, Bandai Namco is publishing plenty of titles worth checking out in 2026. New IPs such as The Blood of Dawnwalker and iconic franchises like Sword Art Online, all releasing in the same calendar year, are something to highlight.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve (Oct 2)
The iconic aerial combat game is making its return after 7 years for its eighth mainline story. Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve is developed in Unreal Engine 5 and will be playable on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. In this game you will be a silent protagonist who has to fill the shoes of a legendary pilot for the Federation of Central Usea (FCU). This title is a flight simulation game focused on combat, where you will engage in dogfights while piloting over 30 aircraft. You can jump into the cockpit on October 2, 2026, and preorders are available on your preferred platform now.
CODE VEIN II (Out Now)
Bandai Namco even developed and published a sequel to Code Vein, CODE VEIN II, at the beginning of 2026. You take on the role of a half-human, half-Revenant hybrid who gets to travel through time to influence the fate of the world. Code Vein II has a unique mechanic where you drain blood from enemies to unleash new skills. The recent reviews on Steam are “Mostly Positive,” so if you are looking for a challenging action RPG, check out the demo and consider buying CODE VEIN II.
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters (Aug 28)
Yes, Bandai Namco even has an arcade soccer game releasing in a few days. Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters (CT2) is a super action soccer game based on the Captain Tsubasa anime series. There will be over 150 cutscenes showcasing flashy skills as 22 national teams compete to see who is best. Tsubasa’s story picks up where the first game left off, and the storyline was overseen by the original creator, Yoichi Takahashi. Prepare for high-intensity super soccer gameplay as you work to become the World Youth Champions in Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters. Preorders are still live, and you will be able to play on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam, and Nintendo Switch.
The Blood of Dawnwalker (Sept 3)
There is even an open-world vampire RPG game with a day and night cycle. The Blood of Dawnwalker is a dark fantasy action RPG set in 14th-century Europe. You will take control of Coen, a human who has the ability to become a vampire at night and has to use your newfound powers to save your family. You have limited time to save them, and your actions will have real impacts on the world around you. Developed by Rebel Wolves, you will be able to sink your fangs into The Blood of Dawnwalker on September 3, 2026 and it will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Steam.
On top of the games listed above, there has been a remastered game released, Tales of Berseria. Even two anime titles, MY HERO ACADEMIA: All’s Justice and Sword Art Online: Echoes of Aincrad, were released this year. Then next year you can look forward to a new Dragon Ball Xenoverse and Gundam game. To keep up with all things Bandai Namco, make sure to check out the official website; there is a strong chance they have a game you will be interested in.
