What to Play This Weekend, June 6–7: TOP 9 VGTimes Editors' Picks

Early June means summer showcases and major announcements. God of War Laufey and Until Dawn 2 are already confirmed, and release dates have been revealed for many upcoming hits. We're keeping a close eye on the news and reporting on the most interesting developments right away. In this article, we're offering a roundup of games you can dive into right now.

The main premiere of the week is the remake of the classic 2001 Gothic. In our retrospective on the original game we covered the pros and cons of the first Gothic, including its unwieldy interface — a problem that has been fixed in the remake. The new developers at Alkimia Interactive have moved the game to Unreal Engine 5.4, refined the combat system, and made a number of targeted changes to the original concept while keeping the original story and core gameplay intact. If you enjoy games in this genre, take a look at our top picks: the best role-playing games (RPGs) on PC and consoles.

Early Access has welcomed a game that feels very much like Dark Messiah of Might and Magic. Fatekeeper also offers first-person combat using melee weapons and magic. Steam reviews are mixed — some users praise the visuals and combat system, while others find the fighting too slow. The Path of Exile-style progression system also raises questions. That said, if you're craving a fantasy action game, it's worth a try.

This is the new entry in the BrokenLore series — a prequel to Unfollow. The main character is the same girl named Ann, who fell victim to bullying and faces her inner demons, which take the form of surrealist creatures from nightmare. Notably, psychologist Emanuela Papa was involved in writing the story and shaping the narrative, ensuring accuracy in the portrayal of the themes the game explores. If you enjoy atmospheric horror, don't miss our top 15 psychological horror games guaranteed to break your mind.

The concept of Sister Ray is quite unusual — you play as a young woman with a serious addiction. You must hide it from those around you to avoid losing friends, and keep it a secret from your younger sister, who looks up to you. Over time, your condition deteriorates and you risk losing control of yourself. You also need to track not only your health, but also your appearance — according to the game's rules, looking good makes it easier to achieve your goals. The consequences of your choices will shape the story and lead you to one of ten endings.

A remake of the cult 1993 adventure game that originally used 3D graphics and live-action video footage. The remaster preserves this distinctive quality while upgrading the visuals with modern technology. Many of the puzzles have also been reworked. The story unfolds in a mysterious mansion to which six guests have arrived. The protagonist turns out to be the seventh — but he remembers nothing. He must explore the rooms of the vast house while solving puzzles along the way. The whole experience is steeped in a thick, mystical atmosphere. A solid choice for those who miss the classic adventures of the 90s in the spirit of LucasArts and Sierra. And if you enjoy this genre, check out our top 120 best adventure games on PC, PS5, Xbox, and Switch.

On June 2nd, Astro Colony left Early Access and launched in full. In this strategy game, you set out to colonize star systems. The large open world is procedurally generated, and many celestial bodies can be destroyed at will. Your core task is to establish production lines, recruit cosmonauts, and keep them supplied with everything they need so you have the resources and personnel to push into new planets. Technology development is also required. If you want to explore the universe of Astro Colony with a friend, co-op is available. You can find more games with co-op modes in our roundup of the best co-op games — 280+ picks for PC and consoles (2026).

Black Myth: Wukong is far from the only game inspired by the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West. The characters from that book take center stage in River City Saga: Journey to the West — a roguelike and beat 'em up hybrid with pixel art graphics. To defeat enemies, you'll need to rely not only on basic skills but also on special abilities, of which there are over 80 in the game. You can use them to build the perfect loadout that matches your playstyle.

Fans of Heroes of Might and Magic 3 should take a look at the strategy game Songs of Conquest. It turned out to be far closer to the 1999 classic than the recent Olden Era. If you've played the third Heroes, the gameplay and look of the game will feel familiar. On June 2nd the project received a DLC called Yulan, which adds new content — biomes, creatures, buildings, maps, and new chapters for the story campaign. A compelling reason to finally check out Songs of Conquest. Worth noting: it's currently available for free in the Epic Games Store.

Season 2 of Marathon kicked off on June 2nd. It brings a new danger zone, a unique shell, a wealth of additional gear, and much more. But most importantly — the game remains free-to-play through June 9th inclusive, so anyone can try out this shooter. The project may remain underappreciated by the mainstream audience. You can learn about its strengths from our Marathon review.

Underchoice is a shelter caretaker simulator in which you decide who gets let into the bunker — and who doesn't. You also need to manage internal conflicts and allocate resources wisely. The fate of the survivors depends directly on your choices.

Snacktorio is a game all about food preparation. You take charge of a large food production factory — with the twist that you're feeding terrifying monsters, each with their own culinary preferences.

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth — the second chapter of the Final Fantasy VII remake is arriving on Xbox Series and Nintendo Switch 2. If you own one of those platforms and still haven't played it, now's your chance. We covered the project in detail in our Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth review.

What are you playing this weekend? Let us know in the comments!