We've covered the first half, and now we're looking at the second half of 2015 and we're scanning the horizon to look at the best and most interesting upcoming games for the PC, PS4, Xbox One, Wii U and 3DS that'll be released before the end of the year.
We've put together a video to take a look at what's in store, and a list of games you can check out below for handy reference.
25. Act of Aggression
- Release: September 2, 2015
- PC, Linux
This one's a throwback to the classic real-time strategy games of the late '90s, replete with base building and build orders.
24. Sword Coast Legends
- Release: September 8, 2015
- PC, Linux, Mac, PS4, Xbox One
This role-playing game is set to have players hooked for countless hours with its cooperative gameplay and dungeon master mode to create your own adventures.
23. Chibi-Robo Zip Lash
- Release: October 2015
- 3DS
It's the return of Chibi-Robo, a lesser known but nonetheless beloved Nintendo character.
22. Yo-kai Watch
- Release: Q4 2015
- 3DS
It's a JRPG for the 3DS that offers a fresh new take on the genre spawned by Pokemon. This one's been a huge hit in Japan and we can't wait to play it.
21. Lego Dimensions
- Release: September 27, 2015
- PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Wii U
Lego is entering the world of collectibles in video games, made popular by Skylanders and Disney Infinity. It's about time.
20. Need For Speed
- Release: November 3, 2015
- PC, PS4, Xbox One
A reboot of one of the best racing franchises of all time, combining the best parts of previous titles in the series.
19. Assassin’s Creed Syndicate
- Release: October 23, 2015
- PC, PS4, Xbox One
Take to England as Jacob and Evie Frye in the latest addition to the long-running parkour-and-swordplay franchise.
18. Heroes of Might and Magic VII
- Release: September 2015
- PC
A new take on the classic turn-based strategy series, this entry promises to be bigger and better than ever before.
17. Xenoblade Chronicles X
- Release: December 4, 2015
- Wii U
The sequel to the popular JRPG for the Nintendo Wii, this game looks absolutely gorgeous on the Wii U and we can't wait to play it.
16. Skylander Superchargers
- Release: September 20, 2015
- PS4, Xbox One, PS3, Xbox 360, Wii U, 3DS, Wii, iOS
Kids are hyped about this game, and so are we. It's basically more of Skylanders but with vehicles. Who doesn't like vehicles?
15. Soma
- Release: September 22, 2015
- PS4, PC, Linux, Mac
A science-fiction survival horror game developed by the makers of Amnesia. This looks incredibly scary, and it takes place in an underwater science facility.
14. Forza 6
- Release: September 15, 2015
- Xbox One
Releasing exclusively for the Xbox One, this entry in the series adds a host of improvements over the previous games like realistic weather driving and other cool stuff.
13. Star Fox Zero
- Release: December 2015
- Wii U
Star Fox lives! Take part in battles in space and in the atmosphere in the latest addition to the long-running series. The hype is real.
12. Super Mario Maker
- Release: September 11, 2015
- Wii U
Gamers and fans of Super Mario Bros. will be able to create immense challenges and levels to their heart's content in styles both classic and new with this game.
11. Rise Of The Tomb Raider
- Release: Q4 2015
- Xbox One, Xbox 360
The sequel to the Tomb Raider reboot, you'll return to the role of Lara Croft who's becoming a real tomb raider. What a badass.
10. Naruto Storm 4
- Release: September 2015
- PS4, Xbox One, PC
With a ten hour long story mode, new boss battles, and all new characters to play as, this entry to the series looks like the best one yet.
9. Mad Max
- Release: September 1, 2015
- PS4, Xbox One, PC, Linux
The upcoming open-world game based on the Mad Max franchise. You drive around the post-apocalyptic wasteland, fight dudes Arkham style, and upgrade your car and gear. What's not to like?
8. Hitman
- Release: December 8, 2015
- PS4, Xbox One, PC
A true return to form, the Hitman reboot is set to bring the series back to its roots with level structure and missions like the original games.
7. Just Cause 3
- Release: Q4 2015
- PS4, Xbox One, PC
The most insane game in the series yet, you'll wreak havoc on a fictional Mediterranean island to take down an evil dictator. Your tools? A grappling hook and a wing suit and a host of guns.
6. Black Ops 3
- Release: November 6, 2015
- PS4, Xbox One, PC, Xbox 360, PS3
Continuing the Call of Duty thing with some of the biggest innovations the series has seen, Black Ops 3 offers a full fledged multiplayer suite, a four-player co-op campaign, and the return of Zombies mode.
5. Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege
- Release: October 13, 2015
- PS4, Xbox One, PC
This multiplayer-oriented title sees two teams in a host of siege situations. Breach and clear.
4. Halo 5: Guardians
- Release: October 27, 2015
- Xbox One
The Halo story seems bigger than ever with two protagonists. Multiplayer has a new emphasis on larger battles.
3. Metal Gear Solid V: Phantom Pain
- Release: September 1, 2015
- PS4, Xbox One, PC, Xbox 360, PS3
This long-awaited game by Hideo Kojima is finally coming out. It's open-world Metal Gear Solid. Need we say more?
2. Star Wars Battlefront
- Release: November 17, 2015
- PS4, Xbox One, PC
Star Wars fans have been foaming at the mouth for this game forever. It's a game where you fight in large battlefields as stormtroopers or rebels. Do whatever you want.
1. Fallout 4
- Release: November 10, 2015
- PS4, Xbox One, PC
Fallout 4 is huge, ambitious, and is easily the most highly anticipated game on this list. We've been waiting a long time for this one.
**BONUS**
Life Is Strange Episode 4,5
- Release: Q4 2015
- PS4, Xbox One, PC, Xbox 360, PS3
Until Dawn
- Release: August 25, 2015
- PS4
Rock Band 4
- Release: October 6, 2015
- PS4, Xbox One
