The 2026 GOTY Race Starts Now

GameRant says 2026 is shaping up to be a crowded and highly competitive Game of the Year race.

The release calendar is packed with sequels, spin-offs, and original IPs across multiple genres.

Early standouts include Pragmata, Resident Evil Requiem, and Crimson Desert as likely contenders.

The article suggests the strong slate signals major industry momentum and a tougher path to GOTY.