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The 10 most exciting video game releases of November 2026
November 2026 is set to be a massive month for video game releases, headlined by Grand Theft Auto 6. Despite its dominance, several other notable titles are launching, including remasters of Godzilla: Destroy All Monsters Melee and Shrek 2, a new rendition of World of Warcraft called Forever, and a faithful remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Nintendo Switch 2. Other anticipated releases include Warhammer Survivors, Barbie Rewind, and Pikmin 4's Switch 2 upgrade.
Nintendo pre-order updates – October 18, 2026 – He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction, more
Nintendo has provided pre-order updates for the week of October 18, 2026, detailing numerous upcoming game releases across various platforms, primarily for the Nintendo Switch and its successor, the Switch 2. The list includes a wide range of titles, from major franchises like Pokémon and The Legend of Zelda to independent games and licensed properties, with release dates spanning from October 2026 through early 2027.
Nintendo pre-order updates – October 11, 2026 – Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Year One Edition, Demon Slayer, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of Nintendo products available for pre-order across various retailers for the week of October 11, 2026. It details upcoming game releases, special editions, and amiibo figures for the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2.
Nintendo pre-order updates – September 27, 2026 – new LEGO Super Mario sets, Terranigma, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of Nintendo products available for pre-order across various retailers for the week of September 27, 2026. It details upcoming game releases, new LEGO Super Mario sets, and other merchandise for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 platforms in the United States, Canada, and the UK.
Nintendo pre-order updates – September 20, 2026 – Monster Hunter Wilds, Guardians of the Galaxy, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of Nintendo products available for pre-order across various retailers in the United States, Canada, and the UK for September 2026 and beyond. It details upcoming game releases, amiibo figures, and books, with some titles having TBA 2026 or 2027 release dates.
Nintendo pre-order updates – September 13, 2026 – Nintendo Direct games galore
This article provides a comprehensive list of Nintendo products available for pre-order across various retailers in the United States, Canada, and the UK for the week of September 13, 2026. It details upcoming game releases, amiibo figures, and books with their respective release dates and retail availability.
Nintendo pre-order updates – September 6, 2026 – Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, Fate/Extra Record, Art of Splatoon 3, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of Nintendo products available for pre-order as of the week of September 6, 2026, across various regions including the United States, Canada, and the UK. It details upcoming game releases, amiibo figures, and books, along with their respective release dates and retailers.
Nintendo pre-order updates – August 16, 2026 – Minecraft Dungeons 2, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of video game pre-order updates for the week of August 16, 2026, across various regions including the United States, Canada, and the UK. It details upcoming releases for the Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Switch 2, covering a wide range of titles and their respective release dates and retailers.
Nintendo pre-order updates – August 9, 2026 – Attack on Titan 3, The Walking Dead: Streets of Survival, more
Nintendo has provided pre-order updates for the week of August 9, 2026, detailing upcoming releases for the Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Switch 2. The list includes a wide variety of games across different genres, with many titles scheduled for release in late 2026 and some extending into 2027.
Nintendo pre-order updates – July 26, 2026 – LEGO Donkey Kong arcade, Hasbro Zelda toys, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of video game and merchandise pre-order updates for the week of July 26, 2026, across various retailers in the United States, Canada, and the UK. It details upcoming releases for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, including games like Elden Ring, Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2, and Xenoblade Chronicles 2, as well as amiibo and Hasbro Zelda toys.
Nintendo pre-order updates – July 19, 2026 – Cult of the Lamb Collector’s Edition, Tormented Souls 2, Observer, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of video game pre-order updates for the week of July 19, 2026, across various retailers and regions including the United States, Canada, and the UK. It details upcoming releases for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, covering a wide range of titles from major franchises to indie games, along with amiibo and book releases.
Nintendo pre-order updates – July 12, 2026 – Avatar Legends, Dragon’s Dogma, The Crew Motorfest, Unbeatable, more
Nintendo has provided updates on pre-order availability for various games across multiple regions, including the United States, Canada, and the UK. Titles such as Splatoon Raiders, Elden Ring, and Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 are listed with their respective release dates and retailers. The article also details upcoming amiibo releases and book pre-orders related to games like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
The Barbie Rewind Deluxe Edition Is Available For Preorder (And Comes With An Atari Barbie)
Mattel and Atari have announced the Barbie Rewind Deluxe Edition for Nintendo Switch, available for preorder at $60 and launching November 12. This edition includes 16 retro Barbie games released between 1991 and 2007, a never-before-released title from 1994, and an exclusive "Barbie Rewind doll" collector's item. A Standard Edition without the doll is also available for $30 on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5, with digital versions planned for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Nintendo pre-order updates – July 5, 2026 – The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, Chef Kawasaki amiibo, more
Nintendo has released its latest pre-order updates for July 5, 2026, featuring a variety of games and amiibo across multiple regions. Notable new releases include The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered and the Chef Kawasaki amiibo. The list details upcoming titles for Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2, with release dates and available retailers.
"We are profoundly disappointed by Sony's decision" – Game companies express dismay at the end of PlayStation disc production
Sony plans to cease production of new PlayStation game discs by January 2028, shifting to an all-digital model and closing older digital storefronts. This decision has drawn criticism from various game companies and preservationists who view physical media as crucial for ownership, preservation, and consumer choice.
I Have Nothing But Respect For This Game That Doesn’t Care About Launching In GTA 6’s Shadow
Keen Games has announced that its early access title Enshrouded will launch its 1.0 version on October 15, despite the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6. The developer is confident in their game's appeal, even as other studios shift release dates to avoid GTA 6's shadow. Enshrouded, which has maintained a "very positive" rating on Steam since its early access launch in January 2024, is compared to a multiplayer Skyrim and is set to release shortly before the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6.
IGN Live 2026 in Los Angeles (photos) — MP3s & NPCs
IGN Live 2026 took place in Los Angeles, featuring panels with voice actors, celebrity meet-and-greets, and prize giveaways. The event also showcased new game announcements such as Barbie Rewind and Persona 6, and offered playable demos for titles like 007: First Light and WWE 2K26.
Barbie Rewind Deluxe Edition on the Switch includes not just the game, but a genuine Barbie doll with an Atari t-shirt
Atari announced the Barbie Rewind Deluxe Edition for the Nintendo Switch, a special release that includes the game along with a genuine Barbie doll wearing an Atari t-shirt. This limited edition, numbered out of 20,000, also features a poster and offers access to classic Barbie games from various decades. The game is set to launch on November 12, the same month as Grand Theft Auto 6.
GTA 6 Gets Its Barbenheimer As Barbie Compilation Sets A November Release
Atari is releasing Barbie Rewind, a compilation of 16 classic Barbie games from 1991-2007, on November 12th for PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. This release is positioned close to the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6, creating a humorous counterprogramming effect similar to the 'Barbenheimer' phenomenon.
Game History and Preservation
Barbie Rewind has been announced as a collection of 16 classic games integrated into a Dreamhouse Decorator experience. This release highlights a trend in digital collections preserving older gaming titles.