September is coming in hot with many must-play titles. Whether you’re looking for stand-alone releases or new installments in beloved franchises, players have more than their fair share of choices. Let’s kick it off with a game that’s been patiently waited for since its announcement in 2019. Check out our monthly games guide for the month of September!

Hollow Knight: Silksong

Hollow Knight has a strong, dedicated fanbase. Nearly seven years and a slew of internet memes later, players can now jump into a brand-new adventure from Team Cherry. Silksong features a returning character, Hornet, as well as more incredible music, beautiful art, and thrilling gameplay.

Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch 1, Switch 2, PC

Release Date: September 4

Hell is Us

Expect punishing combat and supernatural thrill in this semi-open world game brought to life by Rogue Factor. With such descriptors as “story rich” and “atmospheric”, Hell is Us is a compelling title in many ways. The standard edition releases the same day as Silksong, but can be accessed early, on 9/01, if purchasing the deluxe edition.

Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC

Release Date: September 4 (Deluxe Edition: September 1)

Cronos: The New Dawn

From the same studio that brought the Layers of Fear series and the Silent Hill 2 Remake to life, Bloober Team, comes a new survival horror game. Traverse a ruthless landscape stuck between a terrifying future and a world of the past in flux of an event called The Change. If you’re looking to dive in a little sooner, purchasing the deluxe edition allows early access.

Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, Switch 2

Release Date: September 5 (Deluxe Edition: September 3)

Borderlands 4

If being showered in loot while fighting off a multitude of enemies with a seemingly endless variety of weapons piques your interest, check out the newest installment in this incredible franchise. Whether a long-time fan since the series’ inception in 2009 or looking to get your feet wet for the first time, expect to enjoy a brand-new setting, cast of characters, and some of the best humor in gaming.

Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC

Release Date: September 12

LEGO Voyagers

LEGO titles have consistently provided entertaining adventures across a plethora of stories with Voyagers doing so from the perspective of a two-person co-op journey. Grab a friend to follow the pair of cute protagonists on their mission of discovery and friendship.

Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, Switch

Release Date: September 15

Arctic Awakening

A first-person survival game from Goldfire Studios follows a man and his bot, Alfie, after a plane crash somewhere in the Arctic North. Search the beautiful landscape for your lost co-pilot and see what mysteries await. Arctic Awakening is presented in a “chose your own adventure” narrative style where dialogue options impact actions, relationships, and the story itself. With stunning visuals and a mystery to solve, where will your choices take you?

Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC

Release Date: September 18

Dying Light: The Beast

This installment in the Dying Light franchise is a touted as a direct sequel to the original title, Dying Light.  Play as Kyle Crane in this open-world survival game as you track down the person responsible for your transformation into half man, half beast.

Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC

Release Date: September 19

Slime Rancher 2

This sequel continues the story of Beatrix LeBeau in this cute, first-person adventure. Cross the Slime Sea, discovering a whole new world of slimes. Enjoyers of cozy farm-life sims can look forward to a great story as they journey to Rainbow Island.

Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC

Release Date: September 22

Sonic Racing: Crossworlds

Choose your racer in this kart-racing game set in the Sonic universe. With a variety of maps and modes as well as cross-platform, there’s something for everyone. If online play isn’t your speed, Sonic Racing also offers offline racing modes as well.

Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, Switch, Switch 2

Release Date: September 25

Silent Hill f

The Silent Hill franchise has a wonderful, and terrifying, reputation. Expect nothing less in the eighth installment in the series as you travel eerily beautiful landscapes with monsters as stunning as they are terrifying attempt to stop your progress as Hinako. Both immersive fighting and incredible puzzles help bring this story to life.

Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC

Release Date: September 25

Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles

Twenty-seven years ago, we were introduced to the story of Ramza Beoulve who found themselves in the middle of a conflict known as the “War of the Lions”. Whether returning to the world of Ivalice or traversing its landscape for the first time, you have two different ways to enjoy this stunning remake. Jump into the classic version utilizing the game’s original graphics and gameplay or enjoy the enhanced version complete with improved graphics, dialogue brought to life by talented voice acting, and updated gameplay.

Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, Switch, Switch 2

Release Date: September 30