The anti-Nazi hero B.J. Blazkowicz may be about to return in a big way. According to multiple reports published in this first week of January 2026, developer Machine Games is reportedly working on Wolfenstein 3. The information, which initially surfaced on the Windows Central portal and was corroborated by Kotaku, rekindles fans’ hope for a final chapter in the modern trilogy of the legendary first-person shooter franchise. Expected to coincide with Amazon’s live-action series, the game promises to be one of the most anticipated releases of the year for those who value robust solo campaigns and action-packed narratives.
This move represents Machine Games’ return to its most iconic series since 2019, when it launched Wolfenstein: Youngblood. Meanwhile, the studio has dedicated itself to other projects, such as Indiana Jones and the Great Circle in 2024. The relevance of the news is enormous, as the Wolfenstein franchise is a pioneer of the FPS genre, predating even the classic DOOM. Therefore, the possibility of a third main game is not a complete surprise, as the studio director, Jerk Gustafsson, has already stated that the series was conceived as a trilogy.
The Legacy and Future of a Legend
Since the acclaimed Wolfenstein 2: The New Colossus from 2017, players have eagerly awaited the continuation of the epic fight against the Nazi regime in an alternate reality. Thus, the new rumors give a very concrete signal of hope. Still, details about the plot are scarce. It is not clear, for example, whether the story will take place before or after the events of Youngblood, which advanced the timeline by 19 years. Furthermore, reports suggest that Machine Games may also be involved in a multiplayer project, but the main focus, at the moment, appears to be the conclusion of Blazkowicz’s saga.
For the Brazilian audience, which has always had great appreciation for narrative shooters, the official announcement would be a major event. The franchise combines intense action with a powerful dystopian historical premise, elements that have won it a solid fan base in the country. Therefore, if the rumors are confirmed, we will have a strong contender for the best solo campaign of the year, challenging the hegemony of other major series. In other words, the landscape for fans of narrative FPS in 2026 is getting more interesting and explosive with each new piece of information that emerges.
