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The 12 most exciting video game releases of October 2026
October 2026 is set to feature a diverse lineup of video game releases, including Ace Combat 8: Wings Of Theve, Star Wars: Galactic Racer, and Gears Of War: E-Day. Other notable titles include Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival, Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, and Final Fantasy Resonance, which marks a return to turn-based combat. Microsoft is also releasing an Xbox and PC exclusive, while Nintendo is launching Nintendo Switch Sports Resort.
Stop trying to make a console war out of which WoW is better, you're all exhausting
This article argues against the divisive discourse surrounding different versions of World of Warcraft, including Classic, Retail, and the new Forever beta. The author finds the passionate arguments about which version is superior to be exhausting and unhealthy, suggesting that players should appreciate the variety offered by each iteration rather than engaging in a 'console war' mentality.
This Promising New Soulslike Features A Black Metal Vocalist Among Its Impressive Cast
The upcoming soulslike Valor Mortis has revealed its voice cast, featuring Adam "Nergal" Darski of the black metal band Behemoth as Captain Raphael. He joins Jennifer English, James Alexander, and Vincent Cassel among others. The game is set in an alternate 19th-century Eastern Europe and will be released on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC on October 13 for $40.
MMOs You’ve Never Heard Of: Illyros, Valdrys, and Outer Ring
This roundup highlights three lesser-known MMOs: Illyros, a mobile game with Soulslike combat inspired by ancient Balkan peoples; Outer Ring, a free-to-play sci-fi MMO from SOREDI Games featuring various PvP modes; and Valdrys, a buy-to-play fantasy MMO with classes, dungeons, and a PvP area. The article notes that some store page art for Valdrys was AI-generated.
Not Everything Needs To Be A Soulslike, And Onimusha: Way Of The Sword Shows Why
The article argues that the industry's over-reliance on the Soulslike formula, pioneered by FromSoftware, has led to a lack of variety in action games. Onimusha: Way of the Sword is highlighted as a refreshing example of an action game that successfully deviates from this trend by focusing on diverse defensive mechanics rather than solely on reactive combat.
When JRPG Meets Metroidvania, It’s Fallen Tear: The Ascension!
Indie developer Winter Crew Studios has launched Fallen Tear: The Ascension into its full 1.0 version on Steam, following its Early Access release in March 2026. This hand-drawn, story-driven Metroidvania RPG features a new region, bosses, skills, and over 150 enemies, with Souls-like combat influences. The game is priced at $24.99 with a launch discount and is also planned for PlayStation, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Fountains just got a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, includes 120 FPS support
Crunching Koalas has released a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of Fountains, featuring 120 FPS support and an exclusive Gauntlet Mode. This new version is a free upgrade for owners of the original Nintendo Switch version, which launched just last week. Fountains is described as a soulslike action-RPG with a seamless, interconnected world and challenging combat.
Valor Mortis rewards you for taking risks and exploring that scary second path
Valor Mortis rewards players for taking risks and exploring its alternate paths, offering shortcuts and long-term advantages. The game blends soulslike elements with first-person shooting in a unique 19th-century Napoleonic Europe setting, featuring a smart risk-reward system that makes dying less frustrating.
I'm taking off my shirt to go nunchuck mode and feed swords to a panda in Wo Long 2, Team Ninja's unique blend…
Team Ninja's Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember offers a unique take on the Three Kingdoms period with supernatural elements and a blend of Nioh's loot system and Dynasty Warriors' battlefield scope. The preview highlights the game's refined combat, including the return of the morale system and the inventive Spirit mechanic, alongside new open-world elements and engaging side activities like feeding pandas.
Blighted, from Guacamelee devs, gets delayed to 2027
Drinkbox Studios has announced that its upcoming dark fantasy action RPG, Blighted, will be delayed to an unspecified period in 2027. The studio cited the need for additional polish and tuning as the reason for the delay, pushing it back from its previously announced Fall 2026 window. Blighted is set to release on PC and Nintendo Switch 2.
Dags att sätta betyg på tids-äventyret Justin Wack!
Justin Wack and the Big Time Hack is a charming point-and-click adventure that offers a delightful time-traveling experience. The game is praised for its engaging narrative and well-crafted puzzles, making it a standout title.
The $40 Bet Behind Valor Mortis’ October Launch
Valor Mortis will launch on October 13 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S with a $40 standard edition and a $60 Deluxe Edition, which includes a major story DLC planned for 2027. Developer One More Level and publisher Lyrical Games are pricing the game competitively due to a crowded autumn release schedule, betting on its quality and status as a new IP to attract players.
Wo Long 2’s Demo Revives My Greatest Nightmare
The demo for Team Ninja's upcoming soulslike, Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember, brings back the notoriously difficult boss Lu Bu, much to the author's dismay. Despite Lu Bu's supposed death in the previous game, his return in the demo feels unfair, as he appears faster and hits harder without learning new moves, reviving a significant challenge for players.
The worst experience I've had with a game all year: How catastrophic bugs in Mortal Shell 2 nearly killed it for me
Mortal Shell 2 is described as a good game marred by catastrophic bugs and design flaws, particularly in its opening hours. Issues included a lack of checkpoints, extremely dark lighting, and a buggy final boss. The reviewer experienced significant problems with item usage, graphics settings, and the inability to upgrade weapons due to bugs, leading to a frustrating initial experience that was only resolved after patches and extensive exploration.
PS5 Getting Promising AAA RPG in October 2026 for a Great Price
The PlayStation 5 will receive the AAA historical action RPG Valor Mortis on October 13, 2026, for $39.99, a price point typically associated with AA titles. Publisher Lyrical Games aims to compete with major releases by offering a substantial 20-hour story at a lower cost, with a Deluxe Edition including DLC available for $59.99.
New Soulslike game lowers its price so it can compete with GTA 6 and Zelda
One More Level has announced a lower-than-average price of €39.99 for its upcoming Soulslike game, Valor Mortis, to compete with major releases like Grand Theft Auto 6 and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake. Publisher Lyrical Games and developer One More Level explained this decision is due to the crowded fall release schedule, aiming to make the new IP more accessible. Valor Mortis is set to launch on October 13 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
GTA 6 has turned October into a new release bloodbath, but AA first-person soulslike Valor Mortis is hellbent on…
Lyrical Games is launching its first-person soulslike Valor Mortis on October 13th, facing a crowded release window dominated by Grand Theft Auto 6. CEO Blake Rochkind explained the company's strategy of pricing Valor Mortis at $40 to position it as an "and" game, allowing players to purchase it alongside more expensive blockbuster titles.
Upcoming soulslike Valor Mortis costs $40 as it's up against GTA 6 and the Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake: "We want this to be a game that you can pick up alongside these other great games"
Valor Mortis, an upcoming first-person soulslike from Lyrical Games, will launch at $40 due to a crowded release window. Director Blake Rochkind stated the pricing is a strategic decision to position the game as a companion title alongside major releases like Grand Theft Auto 6 and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, aiming to be an "and" game rather than a direct competitor.
Game’s Price Is Lower Because This Fall Is So Packed, Dev Admits
Developer One More Level and publisher Lyrical Games have priced Valor Mortis at $40 and made it available day-one on Xbox Game Pass to compete with a crowded fall release schedule. Lyrical Games boss Blake Rochkind stated the lower price allows the game to be an "and game" for consumers, while Game Pass provides reach to players who might not otherwise purchase it. The first-person souls-like set during the Napoleonic Wars will launch on October 13 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Valor Mortis is only $40 because its developer knows you'll be choosing from a lot of big games over this "stacked" autumn
Valor Mortis developer One More Level and publisher Lyrical Games have set the game's price at $40, explaining it as a strategic decision due to the "stacked" autumn release schedule. This pricing aims to make the ambitious first-person Soulslike more accessible alongside major titles, with Lyrical Games head Blake Rochkind expressing confidence in the game's quality despite the lower price point.
