10 New Games to Play in October
Another month packed with great new releases. Which are you most excited to play?
October is another stacked month for video games, as everyone tries to get their new titles out before Grand Theft Auto arrives in November. We picked a few of our favorites:
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve
If you ever wanted to live out your Top Gun fantasies, this looks like the game for you. Dogfight enemies in your state-of-the-art fighter jet. Will you prevail against hostile forces? Find out October 2 on PlayStation, Xbox and PC.
Gears of War: E-Day
The Gears of War franchise returns with this prequel to the original game. Destroy the Locust Horde before they defeat humanity. Gears of War: E-Day releases October 6 on Xbox and PC.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer
Podracing returns in this driving game based in the Star Wars Universe. Build the best vehicle and take on all opponents starting October 6 on PlayStation, Xbox and PC.
Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival
Grab your puzzle box and dive into the underworld in an attempt to save your true love. An original story in the Hellraiser universe, Revival arrives October 8 on PlayStation, Xbox, Switch and PC.
Planet Zoo 2
Create the zoo you have always dreamed of with new animals and features. With new aquariums and the ability to restore natural habitats, you’ll be more than just a zookeeper. But don’t forget to keep the customers happy. Planet Zoo 2 releases October 13 on PlayStation, Xbox and PC.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse
A new 2D adventure set 23 years after Castlevania Dracula's Curse. Play as Rose Belmont and slay the evil that has grown stronger starting October 15 on PlayStation, Xbox, Switch and PC.
Stupid Never Dies
You’re just a zombie living in a zombie-infested world, until you meet a frozen human girl and fall in love. Battle monsters and steal their powers as you attempt to save your icicle girlfriend. Stupid Never Dies arrives October 21 on PlayStation and PC.
Final Fantasy Resonance
A pixel-art turn-based Final Fantasy game? Have we returned to the ‘90s? Battle your way through a world being destroyed by evil and find companions along the way to help in your fight. Final Fantasy Resonance releases October 22 on PlayStation, Xbox, Switch and PC.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4
War erupts when North Korea invades South Korea in this year’s Call of Duty installment. Can you stop the assault? Find out October 23 on PlayStation, Xbox, Switch and PC.
Phantom Blade Zero
You play as an ancient warrior with only 66 days left to live. Spend your remaining time fighting for what you value. Phantom Blade Zero launches October 29 on PlayStation and PC.
Which games excite you the most? Let us know in the comments or on Bluesky.
