The year may be winding down, but game releases certainly aren’t. From long awaited titles to hidden gems, October has some great games to add to your current backlog. Here’s our breakdown of some of the games we have on our radar that you should definitely have on yours!
Ghost of Yotei
Ghost of Yotei is the anticipated standalone sequel to Ghosts of Tsushima. The game focuses on a mercenary named Atsu, voiced by the beloved Erika Ishii. Atsu is saddled with the task of seeking revenge for the murder of her family. Players can expect a riveting tale, well-written characters, and a beautiful world in this action-adventure game.
Platforms: PS5
Release Date: October 2
Super Mario Galaxy & Galaxy 2
It seems no matter the year, the Princess is always in a different castle. Play as Mario to hunt down the ever-charismatic Bowser in Super Mario Galaxy or team up with Yoshi and pals in Super Mario Galaxy 2 aboard Starship Mario. Whichever adventure you choose, Princess Peach awaits her rescue.
Platforms: Switch, Switch 2 (Free Upgrade)
Release Date: October 2
Bye Sweet Caroline
A dark fantasy awaits in this hand drawn game brought to us by the developer Little Sewing Machine. Bye Sweet Caroline centers around a female protagonist, Carole Simmons, in an atmospheric survival horror environment. Carole must uncover hidden secrets and the dark truth behind her disappearance from Bunny Hall Orpahange. Survive if you can.
Platforms: PS5, Steam, Xbox Series X/S
Release Date: October 9
Little Nightmares III
The third installment for the well-loved series by Bandai Namco offers two ways to play. Forge ahead as either Low or Alone, the main protagonists, with a friend in co-op mode or tackle the adventure solo with an NPC counterpart. Similar to previous games in this series, players can expect intricate puzzles and a nightmarish world to traverse. Coupled with its signature art style and haunting soundtrack, this game is fantastic for returning fans or new players looking for a horror experience just in time for spooky season.
Platforms: PS4, PS5, Steam, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Switch, Switch 2
Release Date: October 10
Battlefield 6
Fans of the long-running Battlefield series can look forward to its newest installment in just a few days. Battlefield 6 promises the exciting action and intense combat off which it built its name. Players will join the ranks of Dagger 13, a Marine Raiders unit taking on Pax Armata in an embattled New York City. A myriad of weapons await players as does piloting vehicles up to and including planes.
Platforms: PS5, Steam, Xbox Series X/S, Epic Game Store
Release Date: October 10
Pokémon Legends: Z-A
Nintendo is releasing another beloved game in the Pokémon franchise, but with a few changes to the well-known RPG gameplay. Instead of turn-based fight sequencing, Z-A offers real-time battles requiring players to assess and amend their fighing tactics. Mega-evolutions are also coming with this title, a cool larger-than-life form for several Pokémon based on the player’s bond with their team. And similar to past title, there is an avenue to see who the strongest trainer of them is all through participating in the Z-A Royale.
Platforms: Switch, Switch 2
Release Date: October 16
Ninja Gaiden 4
Ninja Gaiden 4 is the seventh mainline game in the series and a direct sequel to Ninja Gaiden 3. Introduced in this title is a new lead character in Yakumo who finds their fate intermixed with that of the legendary Rya Hayabusa. Ninja Gaiden 4 offers a completely customizable gaming experience with varying difficulty levels and other ways to tailor the game to a preferred playstyle so that fans new and old can enjoy this action-packed installment in the series.
Platforms: PS5, Steam, Xbox Series X/S
Release Date: October 21
The Outer Worlds 2
It’s time to journey back to the Arcadia Star System where megacorporations and their greed run rampant. Outer Worlds 2 is a direct sequel to the award-winning predecessor of the same name. Rich storytelling and world building coupled with sometimes funny, but informed critiques of politics and capitalism can be expected. While the official release date is 10/29, there is a premium edition that for a higher price point fans can jump in 10/24.
Platforms: PS5, Steam, Xbox Series X/S
Release Date: October 29
ARC Raiders
Players who enjoy the third-person extraction shooter genre or who are looking to give it a try may want to hop into ARC Raiders. Stepping into the role of Raiders, players find themselves on the face of Planet Earth devastated by an unknown mechanized threat. However, this threat is not the only one as fellow Raiders can also be just as lethal in this multiplayer title. Explore, complete objectives, acquire loot, and extract…or die trying.
Platforms: PS5, Steam, Xbox Series X/S, Epic Games Store
Release Date: October 30
Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake
This game is a beautiful retelling of Dragon Quest I and II. Whether playing it as a long time fan or jumping in for the first time, players jump into the restless lands of Alefgard where they must defeat the Dragonlord to restore peace. Characteristics that make the game a classic such as its stunning art remain unchanged, but expect additional story elements that were not in the original iterations.
Platforms: PS5, Steam, Xbox Series X/S, Switch, Switch 2
Release Date: October 30
Mina The Hollower
Explore this delightfully pixelated universe as Mina, the Hollower, as you attempt to save a cursed island. This action-filled title is brought to you by the same developers as Shovel Knight. As Mina, there is a myriad of levels to explore, bosses to fight, weapons and items to find. Exploration is backed by ear-catching music reminiscent of classic games with which this game shares its aesthetic.
Platforms: PS4, PS5, Steam, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Switch, Switch 2
Release Date: October 31
