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Coming Out in gaming this week — September 7, 2026
This week's gaming releases include a variety of titles across multiple platforms. Tiny Eden offers a cozy urban farming simulation on PC, while Halloween brings multiplayer action to PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. SPRAWL zero provides a fast-paced cyberpunk FPS experience on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2. Valheim's 1.0 release expands its brutal Viking survival gameplay on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox One/Series X|S, and Switch 2. Folklands is a relaxing fantasy Nordic-inspired settlement builder for PC. Hot Wheels Infinite Rush offers arcade racing on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2. Finally, Welcome to Elderfield is a cozy horror RPG with simulation and strategy elements for PC.
Good reviews are a 'great relief,' says Blood of Dawnwalker director, as former CD Projekt coworkers line up…
Blood of Dawnwalker has received generally positive reviews, with PC Gamer awarding it an 83% and Metacritic showing an aggregate score of 83/100. Creative director Mateusz Tomaszkiewicz expressed immense relief at the reception, which was echoed by congratulations from former CD Projekt colleagues.
The Blood of Dawnwalker review
The Blood of Dawnwalker is a grim horror RPG from Rebel Wolves that offers compelling ideas but doesn't always fully realize them. While its combat and world-building are praised, drawing comparisons to Elden Ring and The Witcher 3, the game's unrelenting bleakness and some design choices, like the time management system, are noted as drawbacks. Despite its flaws, the game is considered an effective piece of storytelling with a strong atmosphere.
Ao Oni 2 heading to Nintendo Switch
Game Studio has announced that Ao Oni 2, a horror RPG, will be released for the Nintendo Switch on August 6, 2026. The game will feature a new scenario titled 'Ao Oni: Seaside School' and includes classic gameplay elements with a new '17x Speed' option. The article also mentions the previous release of 'Ao Oni: The Horror of Blueberry Onsen' on the same platform.
Catechesis – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Catechesis is a horror RPG where players control Daniel, a demon-possessed altar boy whose virtuous actions paradoxically summon demons. The game features twin-stick combat, stealth mechanics, and exploration with a soundtrack by Michael Kelly. A beta demo is available on Steam.
‘Overbit’ Plays Deadly Minigames on a Corrupted Old Computer
Overbit is a horror-comedy RPG that uses files, cursors, and internet elements to create surprise minigames within a world based on 2000s-era computers. Players interact with quirky creatures inside a mysterious virtual machine, some of which are corrupted. The game features challenging minigames and a narrative that explores the virtual machine's origins, with elements designed to disrupt the player's experience. Overbit is currently in development and available to wishlist on Steam.
Horror RPG 'The Backworld' Reveals New Trailer; PC Demo Now Live
Publisher Top Hat Studios and developer Numor Games have released a new trailer and a PC demo for their horror RPG, The Backworld. The game features player choice in survival, a sanity mechanic, and companion recruitment. The demo covers the opening areas of the fractured multiverse RPG.
Look Outside Update 2.3 Brings "A Few Surprises" and More
Developer Francis Coulombe and publisher Devolver Digital have released Update 2.3 for the pixel art horror RPG Look Outside. This update, described as the last major patch for a while, includes improvements to existing boss fights, balance changes, and new rewards. The game is available on PC via Steam and is currently on sale.
Horror RPG Look Outside's chunky new 2.3 update gives you even more reason to share soup with the cursed folk living in your basement
The horror RPG Look Outside has received its 2.3 update, introducing new additions, balancing tweaks, and surprises for its Cursed mode. The update revamps boss fights, updates ending cutscenes, and adds options for performance and visual strain. New items and companion abilities have also been implemented, alongside adjustments to Cursed mode difficulty and character behaviors.
Midnight Souls Is an Upcoming Mysterious RPG with Black Humour, Nostalgia, and, Of Course, Horrors!
Midnight Souls is an upcoming 2D horror adventure RPG for PC, developed by Bolshakov Sergey and published by Spaghetti Cat. The game features black humor, nostalgia, and a narrative centered around a teenager's date in the mysterious town of Camomile Peaks, involving murder mysteries and social challenges. It includes puzzle-solving, QTEs, minigames, and a three-act story structure, with a cat companion named Charlie to look after.
Neverway Preview – A Life-Sim Horror RPG!
Neverway is an upcoming RPG that blends life simulation and horror elements, following protagonist Fiona as she rebuilds her life on an island after losing her job and connections. The game features inventory management, daily planning, and surreal combat, enhanced by music from Disasterpeace and pixel art from Pedro Medeiros. It is set to release in October for PC and is available to wishlist on Steam.
Feature: Life, Horror, And A Bit Of Zelda - Why 'Neverway' Is One Of Our Most Anticipated Games Of 2026
Neverway is an upcoming horror RPG with life simulation elements that aims to explore the anxieties of starting anew, tinged with loneliness and the spectre of a dead god. Developed by Isadora Sophia and Pedro Medeiros, the game features beautiful pixel art with a limited color palette and a deep, interconnected system of mechanics. The demo showcases a blend of relatable slice-of-life moments and Zelda-style action combat and puzzles, with a planned release for Nintendo Switch in October 2026.
Horror RPG 'Pocket Mirror ~ GoldenerTraum -' Coming to PS4, PS5
AstralShift, VisuStella, and KOMODO have announced that the horror RPG Pocket Mirror ~ GoldenerTraum – will be released for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. The game, originally released on PC, features exploration, puzzle-solving, and multiple endings based on player choices.
Pocket Mirror: GoldenerTraum coming to PS5, PS4
Publisher KOMODO and developers AstralShift and VisuStella announced that the horror RPG Pocket Mirror: GoldenerTraum will be released for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. Further details on the release are expected soon.
This might be the best horror RPG I've ever played, and it's not even close
The Alien RPG Evolved Edition offers a refined horror tabletop experience with improved tension and streamlined mechanics, building upon its acclaimed predecessor. While not a drastic overhaul, it enhances the already excellent system, making it a strong recommendation for new players seeking an atmospheric and unsettling game.
