Gacha Games Expected in 2025: A Comprehensive Guide
The gacha game genre continues its global dominance, and 2025 promises a wave of exciting new titles. This guide highlights the most anticipated releases, catering to both seasoned players and newcomers.
Table of Contents
- All New Gacha Games in 2025
- Biggest Upcoming Releases:
- Arknights: Endfield
- Persona 5: The Phantom X
- Ananta
- Azur Promilia
- Neverness to Everness
All New Gacha Games in 2025
The following table lists gacha games slated for a 2025 release, encompassing both fresh IPs and established franchises:
| Game Title | Platform | Release Date |
|---|
| Azur Promilia | PlayStation 5 and PC | Early 2025 |
| Madoka Magica Magia Exedra | PC and Android | Spring 2025 |
| Neverness to Everness | PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and Series S, PC, Android, and iOS | 2025 3rd quarter |
| Persona 5: The Phantom X | Android, iOS, and PC | Late 2025 |
| Etheria: Restart | Android, iOS, and PC | 2025 |
| Fellow Moon | Android and iOS | 2025 |
| Goddess Order | Android and iOS | 2025 |
| Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link | Android and iOS | 2025 |
| Arknights: Endfield | Android, iOS, PlayStation 5 and PC | 2025 |
| Ananta | Android, iOS, PlayStation 5 and PC | 2025 |
| Chaos Zero Nightmare | Android and iOS | 2025 |
| Code Seigetsu | Android, iOS, and PC | 2025 |
| Scarlet Tide: ZeroERA | Android, iOS, and PC | 2025 |
Biggest Upcoming Releases
Arknights: Endfield
Image via HypergryphA highly anticipated sequel to the popular Arknights tower defense mobile game. While familiarity with the original enhances the lore, Endfield is accessible to newcomers. Following a successful Beta Test, release in 2025 is expected. Players assume the role of Endministrator, recruiting characters via gacha, building bases, and combating the “Erosion” phenomenon on Talos-II.
Persona 5: The Phantom X
Image via Arc GamesA Persona 5 spin-off featuring a new cast and story set in Tokyo. Gameplay retains the original's structure, including stat-building, social links, Metaverse exploration, and Shadow battles. Gacha mechanics allow for ally recruitment, including the possibility of recruiting the original protagonist.
Ananta
Image via NetEaseDeveloped by Naked Rain and published by NetEase, Ananta (formerly Project Mugen) offers an urban setting distinct from Genshin Impact. The game incorporates parkour mechanics, allowing players to traverse cities using grappling hooks and other agile movements. Players are Infinite Triggers, supernatural investigators battling Chaos alongside Espers.
Azur Promilia
Image via ManjuuFrom the creators of Azur Lane, Azur Promilia is an open-world RPG set in a fantasy world. In addition to character collection, players engage in farming, mining, and creature companionship (Kibo). The story centers around the Starborn, tasked with uncovering mysteries and combating threats to peace. The game appears to feature only female playable characters.
Neverness to Everness
Image via Hotta StudioSet in an urban environment with combat mechanics similar to Genshin Impact and Wuthering Waves, Neverness to Everness incorporates mystical horror elements. Exploration involves both on-foot traversal and vehicle use (cars, motorcycles), with vehicle damage and repair mechanics adding a unique layer to gameplay.
This overview provides a glimpse into the diverse range of gacha games anticipated in 2025. Remember to manage spending responsibly when exploring these exciting new titles.
