October 2026 video game releases
In October 2026, the video game industry released a variety of titles, with many developers and publishers increasing their output in anticipation of Grand Theft Auto VI, which is expected to launch later in the year. Among the notable games were Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, and Gears of War: E-Day, all of which drew attention from gaming journalists and fans.Star Wars: Galactic Racer returns
Star Wars: Galactic Racer, a sequel to the original Star Wars Racer from the early 2000s, was developed by former members of the Burnout racing game franchise. The game brings back the podracer racing concept from The Phantom Menace, offering fast-paced gameplay and multiple modes, including a scripted mode to assist players in mastering the galactic championship.Silver Pines delivers horror adventure
Silver Pines is a horror adventure game set in a 2D world where players control Red Walker, a private detective investigating an abandoned village for a missing musician. The game features a "metroidvania" style, where players collect items to unlock new areas and progress through the story. It is available on several major platforms, including PS5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC.Order of the Sinking Star offers puzzles
Order of the Sinking Star, created by the designer of Braid and The Witness, is a puzzle game featuring over 1,000 interconnected puzzles. Each character in the game allows players to explore the island in different ways as the world expands with progress. It is available on PS5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.Planet Zoo 2 expands the zoo experience
Planet Zoo 2, the sequel to one of the most popular zoo management games, was released with improved graphics and new features, such as new animal species, aquatic and flying animals, and access to natural reserves. It is available on PS5, Xbox Series, and PC.Forever Ago explores emotional themes
Forever Ago is a third-person narrative adventure game in which Alfred, after experiencing a personal tragedy, embarks on a road trip across the United States to relive significant memories with his sick wife. The game explores themes of life's meaning and the influence of the past on the present, using a vintage camera as an emotional connection to the past. It is available on multiple platforms, including PS5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.Tom the Postgirl features unique art style
Tom the Postgirl is a 2D narrative adventure game with a distinctive graphical style that resembles pencil drawings. Players take on the role of Tom, a postwoman delivering mail in a rural village, uncovering secrets through exploration. It is available on PC, Mac, and Nintendo Switch 1/2.Beyond the Dark: Nightwatch for co-op horror
Beyond the Dark: Nightwatch is a two-player co-op horror game designed for Halloween, where players explore an isolated surveillance station haunted by an entity. One player explores the environment while the other monitors cameras and provides guidance. It is available on Nintendo Switch 2.
