The Biggest Gaming News & Leaks of February 2025 – GTA 6, Elden Ring DLC & More!

The Biggest Gaming News & Leaks – February 2025

The gaming industry is kicking off 2025 with massive announcements, leaks, and rumors that are setting the stage for an exciting year. From GTA 6 updates to a potential Sony State of Play, plus major shifts in the Battlefield and Assassin’s Creed franchises, there’s a lot to unpack. Let’s dive into the biggest gaming news and leaks for February 2025!

GTA 6 & Borderlands 4: Release Windows Confirmed

📅 GTA 6 Release Date Window:
Take-Two Interactive has officially reaffirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI is still on track for a Fall 2025 release (between September and December). With only one trailer released so far, anticipation is through the roof.

📅 Borderlands 4 Coming Later in 2025:
Interestingly, Borderlands 4 is also confirmed for release later this year—after GTA 6—even though it has already received multiple trailers. Fans are wondering if the delay is due to post-launch polish or internal restructuring at Gearbox.

🎤 Take-Two confirmed that Borderlands 4 will still release later in the year, which is surprising since we’ve seen two trailers for it but only one for GTA.

Assassin's Creed Shadows: Massive File Size & New Details

🔹 132GB File Size: The Mac App Store listing revealed that AC Shadows will take up a massive 132GB—significantly larger than its predecessors. The jump in size hints at a highly detailed open world and next-gen features.

🔹 World Size: The game’s open world is said to be on the scale of Assassin’s Creed Origins, offering vast areas to explore.

🔹 Character & Romance: Actor Mcken Yu (known for One Piece live-action) will voice Genjo, a charismatic thief who may have a romance arc with Naoe, one of the game’s main characters.

🎤 Genjo is a thief who steals from the rich and is a bit of a Casanova. Some scenes between him and Naoe hint at a possible romance.

Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree DLC – Release Date Coming Soon?

🔸 📅 Release Date Announcement Next Week? Insider Gaming reports that a major Elden Ring DLC announcement is expected in the coming days. This could include a full release date reveal for Shadow of the Erdtree.

🔸 🔥 Network Test Begins February 14th: The DLC will undergo network testing, which could lead to data mining leaks about new weapons, enemies, and map expansions.

🔸 🎥 Potential Trailer at Sony’s State of Play? Rumors suggest that FromSoftware might drop a trailer during a PlayStation event—more on that below!

🎤 New Elden Ring DLC details are expected mid-end Feb, including a release date.

Sony State of Play – Huge PlayStation Event Incoming?

🔹 Possible February 14th Event: Multiple insiders claim Sony is hosting a State of Play next week, with February 14th as a rumored date (though past events have often fallen on Tuesdays or Thursdays).

🔹 Big Games to Expect:
✔️ Death Stranding 2 – Kojima has been teasing a new trailer.
✔️ Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree – Possible DLC showcase.
✔️ Ghost of Tsushima 2 – First reveal?
✔️ PS5 Pro Games – Early showcase of next-gen features.

🎤 There are many signs pointing towards a State of Play happening next week, starting with a tweet from insider Nate the Hate.

Battlefield: Returning to Modern Warfare & New "Labs" Mode

🔸 📅 Next Battlefield Set for Pre-2026 Release: EA confirmed that the next Battlefield game will return to modern combat, bringing back the classic Battlefield 3 & 4-style warfare.

🔸 👥 Multi-Studio Development: DICE, Motive, Criterion, and Ripple Effect are all working on the game, showing EA’s commitment to reviving the franchise after the Battlefield 2042 debacle.

🔸 🛠️ Battlefield Labs – A Massive Pre-Alpha Test: EA announced Battlefield Labs, an early testing phase where players can try out an early build and provide feedback before full release. Sign-ups are already open!

🎤 Battlefield Labs allows you to play an early build and provide feedback before launch.

Dragon Age: The Veilguard – EA Unhappy With Sales?

🔸 Despite positive reviews, EA says Dragon Age: The Veilguard “did not resonate” with a broad audience.

🔸 CEO Andrew Wilson’s Controversial Comment: He claims that games need more “shared world features” and “deeper engagement” to reach a wider audience—hinting that the game lacked live service elements.

🔸 🔥 Gamers Push Back: Fans argue that narrative-driven games don’t need live service mechanics to be successful. Many see Kingdom Come: Deliverance II’s success (1M+ sales in a week) as proof that single-player games still thrive.

🎤 Despite positive reviews, EA says Dragon Age: The Veilguard lacked ‘shared world features’ needed to appeal to a broad audience.

Other Notable Gaming News & Leaks

✔️ Kingdom Come: Deliverance II – Over 1 million copies sold in one week with an 88 Metacritic score!
✔️ Far Cry New Dawn – Now 60fps on next-gen consoles & added to Game Pass.
✔️ Metal Gear Solid Delta – PlayStation Store update leaks an August 28th release date.

2025 Is Looking Massive for Gamers

As we move further into 2025, the gaming world is heating up with massive releases, game-changing rumors, and industry shake-ups. GTA 6 is still locked in for a Fall 2025 launch, while Borderlands 4 is also on the horizon. Assassin’s Creed Shadows is gearing up to be one of the biggest AC games ever, and Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC is about to make waves.

Meanwhile, Sony’s rumored State of Play could bring us new trailers for Death Stranding 2, Ghost of Tsushima 2, and more surprises. On the multiplayer front, Battlefield is looking to revive its fanbase with a new approach to testing and community feedback.

But it’s not all smooth sailing—EA’s controversial stance on Dragon Age: The Veilguard raises concerns about the industry’s shift toward live service gaming.

No matter where you stand, one thing is clear: 2025 is shaping up to be an unforgettable year for gamers. Stay tuned to Woke Waves for all the latest updates! 🎮🔥

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