6 Major FPS Games Getting Massive Expansions Soon

The latest wave of gaming announcements delivered exciting news for FPS fans, with several blockbuster shooters receiving major expansions and post-launch content updates. From survival-focused adventures to fast-paced action shooters, these upcoming releases promise to keep players busy long after launch.

Here are six of the biggest FPS expansions currently on the horizon.

6. S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope

GSC Game World's first major expansion for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 will take players deeper into the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone than ever before. Cost of Hope expands the main storyline while introducing new weapons, enemies, gear, and choices that impact the world around you. Scheduled for Summer 2026, the expansion aims to deliver an even darker and more immersive journey through the Zone.

5. DOOM: The Dark Ages – Revelations

The Slayer returns in Revelations, the first major expansion for DOOM: The Dark Ages. Launching on July 7, 2026, the DLC explores new chapters of the Slayer's story while introducing fresh enemies, challenging levels, and the powerful new Chain Spear weapon. Fans can also expect additional content through the updated Ripatorium experience.

4. DayZ: Badlands

After more than a decade of survival action, DayZ is preparing to introduce its largest official map yet. Badlands transports players to a harsh desert environment filled with abandoned settlements, unique regional gear, and new survival challenges. The expansion is expected to arrive before the end of 2026.

3. Abiotic Factor: Entropic Break

Abiotic Factor continues to expand its unique survival experience with Entropic Break. The upcoming story DLC introduces tropical islands, underwater secrets, new anomalies, and additional narrative content. Players can expect a fresh environment packed with mysteries waiting to be uncovered later this year.

2. The Outer Worlds 2 Story Expansions

Although The Outer Worlds 2 has yet to launch, Obsidian Entertainment has already confirmed plans for multiple post-launch story expansions. While details remain under wraps, fans can expect new adventures, characters, and questlines that further expand the game's sci-fi universe.

1. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire Story DLC

The highly anticipated noir-inspired shooter MOUSE: P.I. For Hire has also confirmed post-launch story content. Early details suggest players will return for another adventure featuring private investigator Jack Pepper, with the possibility of additional story expansions planned for the future.

With major content updates arriving across multiple genres of FPS gaming, the remainder of 2026 is shaping up to be an exciting year for shooter fans. Whether you prefer survival, tactical combat, open-world exploration, or classic action-packed gameplay, there's plenty to look forward to in the months ahead.

Source: Gamerant