New Teen Video Games 2021

Last updated: August 11, 2021

Your teens are probably looking for the latest and the greatest games to be released all year long. This is where you can get a quick heads up about the titles they're keeping an eye on, especially with the release of the next-gen systems in 2020. These new and upcoming titles for PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC are the ones your teens will be dying to play. Check back each week, because we'll put the new releases and latest reviews at the top. And for younger kids who still want the hottest games, check out our list of New Kids' Video Games 2021.

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Ashwalkers

age 13+

Survival tale with some violence targets critical thinking.

Linux , Mac , Windows (2021)

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Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & the Secret Fairy

age 13+

Alchemist returns with right formula for a perfect sequel.

Nintendo Switch , PlayStation 4 , PlayStation 5 , Windows (2021)

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Biomutant

age 13+

Flawed, absurd, and violent adventure is also deeply fun.

Xbox One , Xbox Series X/S , PlayStation 5 , PlayStation 4 , Windows (2021)

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Blaston

age 13+

Virtual duels eclipsed by bad matchmaking, weak campaign.

Oculus Quest (2020)

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Chronicle of Innsmouth: Mountains of Madness

age 13+

Retro Lovecraft adventure's scariest parts are its flaws.

Windows (2021)

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Curse of the Dead Gods

age 13+

Violent, bloody dungeon crawling adventure breaks the mold.

Nintendo Switch , PlayStation 4 , Windows , Xbox One (2021)

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Demeo

age 13+

Tabletop adventure is the next best thing to being there.

Oculus Rift , Oculus Quest , Windows , HTC Vive (2022)

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Disgaea 6

age 13+

Streamlined systems make hard-core strategy tale grind-free.

Nintendo Switch , PlayStation 4 (2021)

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Edge of Eternity

age 13+

Rich blend of sci-fi and fantasy in slightly flawed tale.

Windows (2021)

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Evil Genius 2: World Domination

age 13+

Strategic sequel proves just how good is to be the bad guy.

Windows (2021)

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Fallen Legion: Revenants

age 13+

Story-focused tactical battler hampered by tech issues.

Nintendo Switch , PlayStation 4 (2021)

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Famicom Detective Club: The Girl Who Stands Behind

age 13+

Intriguing murder mystery, but not without issues.

Nintendo Switch (2021)

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Famicom Detective Club: The Missing Heir

age 13+

Retro murder mystery is intriguing but tedious and obscure.

Nintendo Switch (2021)

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Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade

age 13+

PS5 upgrade adds a loveable new character, more heartbreak.

PlayStation 5 (2021)

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Flow Weaver

age 13+

Magical VR escape room is a short but satisfying challenge.

Oculus Quest , Oculus Rift (2021)

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Gods Will Fall

age 13+

Success in battling gods in adventure left up to chance.

Google Stadia , Nintendo Switch , PlayStation 4 , Windows , Xbox One (2021)

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Maquette

age 13+

Brilliant puzzler captures complex, mature relationships.

PlayStation 4 , PlayStation 5 , Windows (2021)

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Monster Hunter Rise

age 13+

Combat-focused adventure "rises" as a must-have experience.

Nintendo Switch , Xbox One , Xbox Series X/S , PlayStation 5 , PlayStation 4 , Windows (2023)

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Oddworld: Soulstorm

age 13+

Side-scroller provocative despite bugs, stiff controls.

PlayStation 5 , PlayStation 4 , Windows (2021)

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Pumpkin Jack

age 13+

Fun platformer has cartoon violence, spooky style.

Nintendo Switch , PlayStation 4 , Windows , Xbox One (2021)

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