New Game Releases

Clear some room on your drive. Phantom Blade Zero's file size has been revealed at 134.857 GB, and pre-loading begins on October 27. That's 2 days before the official release date, October 29, 2026, at 2 A.M. GMT, on PlayStation 5 and PC. Given the size, we recommend using the pre-load window if you're on a slower connection.  Download size, prices and platforms The figure comes from PlayStation Game Size, an account that tracks Sony's PlayStation Network database, so 134.857...

In most co-op games, your teammates are the ones who help you overcome difficult challenges. But in the arenas of Chained Beasts, they might just drag you into trouble instead. Developed by Featherweight Games, this action roguelike officially launched on October 15, 2026, throwing players into brutal gladiator battles where fighters are chained together. To survive and earn their freedom, the group must do more than defeat their enemies. They'll also need to learn how to work together and deal...

Music has long played an important role in video games, helping set the mood and pace of combat. From intense boss battles to fast-paced action sequences, a good soundtrack can make every encounter feel more exciting. But what if players could do more than simply fight to the beat and actually help create the music during combat? That's the idea RibCage Games brings to life in Alpha Nomos, a rhythm-action roguelite released on October 12, 2026, for Steam, PlayStation 5,...

Metro 2039 pre-orders are open, and the headline item is something you can actually put on your head. Deep Silver and 4A Games confirmed the full edition breakdown on October 13, 2026, alongside a pre-order trailer. Pre-orders are live on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, with the PC version sold through Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game is reportedly set to release in February 2027. What every pre-order includes Every edition comes with the Metro 2039 Specialist Pack. It...

Everything we know ahead of the October 29 release Phantom Blade Zero has been on the radar since 2023, and the wait is nearly over. S-GAME's wuxia action RPG launches on October 29, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and PC. With pre-orders open and the PC requirements published, here's what is confirmed and what is still unknown. Story and setting The player character is Soul, an elite assassin who once served an organization called The Order. When its patriarch is murdered...

After a busy day, I sometimes want to spend the evening getting far away, even if it’s only through a screen. Put on some music, drive along a lakeshore, then stop as the evening sun touches the water—the thought alone feels relaxing. Bring a few friends, and even getting lost could become a good story. That’s what makes me want to learn more about Over the Hill: the promise of a trip where the roads you follow and the stops...

When we think of adventures underground, treasure, monsters, and doors leading into darkness usually come to mind. But I also like the quieter moments along the way: an adventurer returning to the campfire, setting down their latest finds, and preparing a meal before heading out again. Those simple routines bring a little warmth and familiarity to the adventure. That is what caught my attention about Deep Dish Dungeon: the idea of learning to live in the very place you are...

October's video game release calendar isn't slowing down. The week of October 12–18 brings a mix of retro-inspired shooters, fantasy adventures, farming simulations, family games, and creative management experiences. There's plenty to put on your gaming radar. The schedule gets underway on Tuesday with three contrasting releases, picks up the pace on Wednesday, and reaches its busiest point on Thursday. Friday then offers another opportunity for simulation and RPG fans to find something new. Here are the week's notable video game...

A loyal dog is supposed to obey its owner, but what happens when machines take over an entire city and force that owner out? Dog in the Machine turns this unusual situation into a rather amusing rebellion, where robotic dogs must fight back against the very world that created them. Released on Steam by Studio Chahut on September 29, 2026, this tactical roguelite isn't about quick reflexes or nonstop action. Instead, it puts creativity and careful planning at the heart...

Motocross fans do not remember a race only by who crossed the finish line first. Sometimes what sticks with you is a rut deep enough to carry you through a corner, a clean scrub over the crest of a jump, or that brief moment when the rear tire slides before finding grip again. MXGP 26 - The Official Game seems to understand that appeal quite well. Rather than simply placing a new season on top of the old foundation, Artefacts...

A world without humans usually brings to mind ruined cities, danger, and a constant struggle for survival. The Merlies looks at that idea from a completely different angle. Nature is slowly reclaiming the remains of an old civilization, while among the enormous objects left behind, a flock of tiny birds is simply trying to find each other again and build a place to call home. With no combat and no tense boss battles, the game instead makes curiosity, cooperation, and...

This week, two very different blockbusters arrive with plenty to prove: Gears of War: E-Day takes players back to the bloody beginning of the Locust invasion, while STAR WARS: Galactic Racer puts the galaxy's most recognizable universe behind the wheel. And just when things seem to be settling down, Dragon's Dogma II: Dark Arisen Expansion arrives to drag adventurers back into the wilderness. Those are undoubtedly the biggest attractions of the week, but they are far from the only new games...