Summer Game Fest 2026 has wrapped up, but the real results are now being felt on Steam. For publishers and developers, one of the clearest signs of player interest is the wishlist count, and this year’s showcase appears to have delivered a major boost for several upcoming games.
Based on new estimates from industry analyst Rhys Elliott of Aliena Analytics, Resident Evil Veronica was the biggest winner of the event. Between June 2 and June 8, the game reportedly gained around 522,000 new Steam wishlists, putting it well ahead of the competition and signaling huge demand from fans.
That surge suggests Resident Evil Veronica is quickly becoming one of the most anticipated upcoming horror games. With the Resident Evil series already enjoying strong momentum in recent years, the title’s performance during Summer Game Fest 2026 shows that players are eager to see what comes next for the franchise.
Guild Wars 3 also made a strong impression, adding an estimated 435,000 new wishlists during the same period. The long-awaited follow-up drew major attention from MMO fans, proving that interest in the Guild Wars series remains extremely strong. If these early wishlist numbers are any indication, Guild Wars 3 could become one of the biggest online role-playing game launches in the coming years.
One of the most unexpected success stories was 1666: Amsterdam. The game, led by Assassin’s Creed co-creator Patrice Désilets, reportedly gained about 383,000 new wishlists after its Summer Game Fest appearance. This is especially notable because its recently released prologue has received mixed feedback from Steam players. Even so, curiosity around the project appears to be high, helped by its historical setting and the reputation of its creator.
Lords of the Fallen 2 also benefited from the event, attracting more than 180,000 new Steam wishlists after appearing on the platform. The sequel’s reveal gave fans of dark fantasy action RPGs a closer look at what to expect, and the response suggests there is still strong interest in the franchise.
Meanwhile, Onimusha: Way of the Sword continued building momentum and has now passed one million total Steam wishlists. That milestone makes it one of the standout upcoming action games on the platform. With its samurai-inspired combat and the return of a beloved Capcom series, the game appears to be drawing attention from both longtime fans and new players.
Several other titles also saw strong wishlist growth following their Summer Game Fest 2026 appearances. Crossfire, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, HAEX, Gundam Rogue Orbit, and Saw Genesis all performed well, showing that the event had a wide impact across different genres, from action-adventure and sci-fi to horror and anime-inspired games.
The biggest Steam wishlist gains from Summer Game Fest 2026 included:
Resident Evil Veronica: around 522,000 new wishlists
Guild Wars 3: around 435,000 new wishlists
1666: Amsterdam: around 383,000 new wishlists
Lords of the Fallen 2: more than 180,000 new wishlists
Onimusha: Way of the Sword: surpassed one million total wishlists
These numbers highlight the growing importance of major gaming showcases. A strong trailer, gameplay reveal, or surprise announcement can instantly turn an upcoming title into a must-watch release. For players, wishlisting a game is a simple way to track future launches. For developers and publishers, it is a valuable measure of hype before release.
If the latest estimates are accurate, Resident Evil Veronica may have quietly become one of the most in-demand games currently in development. At the same time, Guild Wars 3, 1666: Amsterdam, Lords of the Fallen 2, and Onimusha: Way of the Sword all proved that Summer Game Fest remains one of the most powerful stages for generating attention in the gaming industry.
