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Valor Mortis Showcases More Cronenbergian Horrors in New Launch Trailer
Valor Mortis, a first-person Souls-like horror game from One More Level, is set to launch on October 13th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. A new trailer showcases its Cronenbergian horrors, featuring a Napoleonic-era plague that transforms soldiers and citizens into grotesque monstrosities. Players will control James Alexander, a revived soldier battling these nightmarish creations.
Phantom Blade Zero Won’t Respawn Enemies: “We Always Want Players to Experience Something New”
Phantom Blade Zero will not feature respawning enemies, a common mechanic in Souls-like games, as director Qiwei Liang wants players to experience new content and story progression. The Wuxia action RPG, set for release on October 29th for PlayStation 5 and PC, also distinguishes itself with a Sha-Chi combat system instead of a stamina bar. The game has garnered significant interest, surpassing three million wishlists.
PS Store Drops Fantastic PS5 Action Game You May Have Missed
Moros Protocol, a new PlayStation 5 sci-fi action game inspired by 90s shooters, was recently released on the PlayStation Store. Developed by Pixel Reign and published by Super Rare Games, it features fast-paced combat, procedurally generated levels, and Souls-like boss fights. The game is available for $19.99 for PS Plus members and has received positive user ratings.
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Battlefield 6, Valor Mortis, Forever Ago, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new titles in October, including Battlefield 6, Valor Mortis, and Echo Weaver, all available on day one. The service also highlights recently added games like Gears of War: E-Day and Minecraft Dungeons II. Several games, including A Plague Tale: Requiem and Evil West, will be leaving the Game Pass library on October 15.
Black Myth: Wukong Has Dropped To Its Lowest Price Yet, So Here’s Your Chance To Bonk Some Demons
Black Myth: Wukong, an action-RPG inspired by Chinese mythology, is currently available at its lowest price of $40.19 / £33.49 on Fanatical. The game, developed by Game Science, features intense soulslike combat and challenging boss battles.
Battlefield 6 is Coming to Game Pass on October 13th
Battlefield 6 will be available on Game Pass for Ultimate and PC subscribers starting October 13th, with additional perks for EA Play members. The article also lists other games joining and leaving Game Pass in October, including Echo Weaver, Forever Ago, Neon Abyss 2, Valor Mortis, and more.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Review — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a triumphant return for the dormant franchise, offering a highly satisfying action combat system that emphasizes parries and dodges over complex combos. The game's challenging yet fair boss fights, engaging protagonist, and well-paced campaign make it a strong contender for game of the year, showcasing Capcom's current golden era of releases. Despite some reused boss encounters and filler side content, the RE Engine powers a visually impressive experience on PlayStation 5.
Victorian Era-Inspired PS5 RPG 75% Off on PS Store, Lowest Price
The PlayStation 5 action RPG Thymesia is currently available for 75% off on the PlayStation Store, priced at $7.49 until October 8. Developed by indie studio OverBorder, this Victorian-era soulslike is also included in the PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium catalog.
Western-FPS:et Guns of Eschaton har fått en demo
A demo for Guns of Eschaton, a soulslike first-person shooter with Western and occult themes, has been released for PC. The game, which features design contributions from the late Viktor Antonov, emphasizes tactical combat and exploiting enemy weaknesses. Players can test the game's systems and decide if its gameplay loop is engaging.
Valor Mortis – 15 Things to Know About This First-Person Soulslike
Valor Mortis is a first-person Soulslike set in a dark, plague-ridden Napoleonic Europe, combining brutal combat with parkour and supernatural abilities. The game features familiar Soulslike mechanics like stamina management and parrying, but focuses on aggressive melee combat with limited firearm use. It will release on October 13th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Sword Sage: Awakening feels like a breezier kind of Soulslike, and it's not just the adorable tea-serving panda that's got me intrigued
Sword Sage: Awakening offers a breezier take on the Soulslike genre, blending challenging combat with a lighter tone and elements inspired by Chinese folklore. Developed by Sword Panda Games, the action RPG features a unique evasion system, weapon durability mechanics, and a charming tea-serving panda companion. The game is slated for PC and PlayStation 5, with potential future releases on Xbox and Nintendo Switch.
15 New Games Launching in October 2026
October 2026 is set to be a massive month for game releases, featuring 15 new titles across various genres and platforms. Highlights include anticipated sequels like Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve and Gears of War: E-Day, alongside new entries in established franchises such as Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen and Final Fantasy Resonance. The month also offers a diverse range of experiences from puzzle adventures like Order of the Sinking Star to simulation titles like Planet Zoo 2 and action-packed shooters like Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2.
Moros Protocol launch trailer – retro FPS roguelite makes it to Nintendo Switch 2
The retro FPS roguelite Moros Protocol, developed by Super Rare Originals and Pixel Reign, has launched on Nintendo Switch. A final trailer showcases the game's blend of fast-paced combat, procedural generation, and Souls-like boss fights within a haunting, low-poly sci-fi setting.
There are so many games coming out in October you guys
October 2026 is packed with new game releases and updates across PC platforms, including highlights like Star Wars: Galactic Racer, Car Park Capital, and Valor Mortis. Major events such as LudoNarraCon, Brasil Game Show, and PAX Australia are also scheduled, alongside significant DLC and update drops for games like Enshrouded and Dragon's Dogma 2.
En videogenomgång av Valor Mortis – soulslike ur förstapersonsvy
Valor Mortis is an upcoming first-person soulslike game set in an alternate reality where players embody a former Napoleonic soldier with supernatural powers. The game features challenging combat with timed parries and numerous defeats, alongside melee and ranged weapons, and unique "amber" items that offer trade-offs. Developed by One More Level, known for the Ghostrunner series, Valor Mortis is set to release on October 13 for PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5.
Baldur's Gate 3 star and Game of the Year magnet Jennifer English joins Ghostrunner devs' new first-person…
Valor Mortis, an upcoming first-person Soulslike from Ghostrunner developer One More Level, has announced Jennifer English and James Alexander as part of its cast. English, known for her roles in Baldur's Gate 3 and Elden Ring, is playing The Shrike, while Alexander voices protagonist William Dowsett. The game is set to launch in October.
End Of Abyss Commits A Metroidvania Cardinal Sin
End of Abyss is a sci-fi horror Metroidvania that blends inspirations from Little Nightmares, Soulslikes, and Resident Evil, but suffers from inconsistent execution. While the intricate world design and tense combat are highlights, a frequently unreliable in-game map and repetitive boss encounters detract from the experience, leading to frustration despite its atmospheric setting.
32 years after FromSoftware redefined dark action-RPGs on PS1, a new indie take on King's Field is doing the same on Steam and consoles in time for Halloween
The indie first-person RPG Queen's Domain, inspired by FromSoftware's King's Field series, will launch on October 30 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch. The game features retro-fantasy aesthetics and a challenging, interconnected world, with a demo available on Steam.
Onimusha Way of the Sword Review – Master the Sword! | Invision Game Community
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a triumphant return for the samurai action-epic, blending fast-paced hack-and-slash combat with Soulslike elements. Players control Miyamoto Musashi, utilizing the Oni gauntlet to battle demons in Kyoto. Despite a formulaic story and linear exploration, the game excels with its challenging boss battles, satisfying combat mechanics, and impressive visuals powered by Capcom's RE Engine, earning a 9/10.
The Biggest New Game Releases Of October 2026
October 2026 is set to be a massive month for game releases, with numerous titles launching before the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6. The month features a diverse lineup including remasters like Dynasty Warriors 3, new entries in established franchises like Ace Combat 8 and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, and promising new IPs such as Hellraiser: Revival and Phantom Blade Zero. The releases span across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch, offering something for every player.