PC gaming is in one of its strongest eras, with blockbuster AAA releases, competitive multiplayer titles, incredible indie experiences, and free-to-play games offering thousands of hours of entertainment.
If you’re looking for cinematic adventures, challenging RPGs, fast-paced shooters, or relaxing sandbox experiences, there’s never been a better time to be a PC gamer.
Here’s our list of the best PC games you should be playing right now.
Grand Theft Auto V
Grand Theft Auto V is one of the most popular and enduring open-world games on PC. Set in the sprawling city of Los Santos, it offers a massive sandbox filled with missions, side activities, and a dynamic world.
Its online component, GTA Online, continues to receive updates with new content, keeping the experience fresh for both new and returning players. You can play this while we wait for GTA VI.
Baldur’s Gate 3
Even years after release, Baldur’s Gate 3 is one of the greatest RPGs ever created. Every decision matters, companions feel alive, and you have complete freedom to approach quests however you like. Whether playing solo or cooperatively with friends, it’s an unforgettable adventure.
Elden Ring: Nightreign
FromSoftware has expanded the Elden Ring universe with Nightreign. While it introduces new mechanics and cooperative gameplay, it still has the challenging combat, incredible boss fights, and atmospheric world design that fans love.
It’s Perfect if you are looking for difficult combat and rewarding exploration.
Cyberpunk 2077
Thanks to years of updates and the acclaimed Phantom Liberty expansion, Cyberpunk 2077 has transformed into one of the best open-world RPGs available today. Night City is packed with activities, memorable characters, and excellent combat.
It has beautiful visuals, fantastic storytelling, and deep character customization
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
One of the biggest surprise hits in recent years, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has turn-based combat with real-time mechanics, delivering a fresh RPG experience alongside breathtaking art direction and emotional storytelling.
Its combat system needs timing and strategy, and makes every encounter feel exciting.
Black Myth: Wukong
Inspired by Journey to the West, Black Myth: Wukong has fast-paced action, impressive visuals, and memorable boss battles. Its fluid combat system and spectacular environments make it one of the best action games available on PC.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
If you are looking for realism, you will love Kingdom Come: Deliverance II. The medieval RPG improves nearly every aspect of its predecessor with better combat, deeper role-playing systems, and an immersive historical setting.
Counter-Strike 2
Valve’s legendary tactical shooter continues to dominate the competitive scene. Counter-Strike 2 has improved visuals, refined mechanics, responsive gameplay, and an enormous esports community.
From a casual player to the highest ranks, CS 2 is loved by everyone
Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals has quickly become one of the most popular hero shooters on PC. Featuring iconic Marvel superheroes and villains, the game has fast-paced 6v6 multiplayer action with unique team-up abilities that require creative strategies.
The constant stream of new heroes and maps keeps the experience fresh and exciting, too.
Valorant
Riot Games’ tactical shooter is still one of the biggest competitive games in the world. With precise gunplay and unique Agent abilities, Valorant needs teamwork, communication, and mechanical skill to win.
Regular updates and new content make sure that the game never feels stale.
Minecraft
Few games offer as much creative freedom as Minecraft. From building massive cities, surviving against monsters, or exploring community-made servers, Minecraft is still one of the most replayable games ever made.
The enormous modding community adds virtually unlimited content.
Helldivers 2
Helldivers 2 continues to be one of the most enjoyable cooperative shooters available. You have to work together to complete dangerous missions while battling overwhelming alien threats.
The game’s unpredictable battles create unforgettable multiplayer moments.
Red Dead Redemption 2
Despite being several years old, Red Dead Redemption 2 still sets the standard for open-world storytelling.
Rockstar’s western epic offers one of gaming’s greatest narratives alongside a breathtaking world filled with wildlife, side activities, and memorable characters.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
CD Projekt Red’s masterpiece is still considered essential for RPG fans. The writing, quests, characters, and expansions remain among the best in the industry.
If you’ve somehow never played The Witcher 3, now is the perfect time.
Civilization VII
Strategy fans will find hundreds of hours of gameplay in Civilization VII. Building an empire from ancient times to the modern era remains as addictive as ever with improved diplomacy, smarter AI, and deeper strategic choices.
Forza Horizon 6
Forza Horizon 6 raises the bar once again for arcade racing games. Featuring a huge open world, hundreds of licensed vehicles, dynamic weather, and outstanding driving mechanics, it’s one of the best racing experiences on PC.
Dune: Awakening
This survival MMO, Dune: Awakening, brings the dangerous world of Arrakis to life. You gather resources, build bases, fight rival factions, and survive the deadly desert while navigating political conflicts inspired by the Dune universe.
Where Winds Meet
Where Winds Meet is a free-to-play action RPG with martial arts combat in a beautiful open world inspired by ancient China. Its fluid movement, cinematic battles, and exploration make it one of the most impressive free-to-play games available.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
In Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, MachineGames successfully captured the spirit of the legendary archaeologist with a cinematic adventure filled with exploration, puzzles, stealth, and action. If you are a fan of story-driven games, you shouldn’t miss this one.
Hades II
Supergiant Games builds upon the original’s award-winning formula with new weapons, fresh abilities, and another addictive roguelike experience. In Hades II, every run is rewarding, and the storytelling remains among the genre’s best.
Honorable Mentions
Several excellent games narrowly missed our main list, including:
- DOOM: The Dark Ages
- Monster Hunter Wilds
- Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
- Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
- Assassin’s Creed Shadows
- Path of Exile 2
- Diablo IV
- Sea of Thieves
- Rainbow Six Siege X
- Warframe
PC players have access to an incredible variety of games in 2026. Massive RPGs, competitive shooters, cooperative adventures, racing games, or strategy titles, there’s a huge number of great games available right now.
Games like Grand Theft Auto V, Baldur’s Gate 3, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Black Myth: Wukong, and Counter-Strike 2 showcase just how diverse and exciting the platform has become.
As more major releases arrive throughout the year, we’ll continue updating this list with the newest must-play PC games.
