Home / Featured /Games to watch out for this October ByKim Snaith 1 October 20241 October 2024
We genuinely didn’t think we’d see another month as stacked as September, but here we are in October, staring down the barrel of another month with more games than we can shake a DualSense at. There are some belters to look forward to, though, with the likes of the long-awaited Silent Hill 2, and of course the expansion to Diablo IV. Hype, much?
As usual, we’ve picked out a selection of both AAA games and smaller releases, covering everything that we think is worth keeping an eye on this month. Of course, some titles are missing: this isn’t an exhaustive list of every game out in October, but we think we’ve done a decent job of curating the highlights.
Remember to check into GameSpew through the month where we’ll have coverage on October’s best (and not-so-best) games, and a whole lot more.
Throne and Liberty
- 1st October
- PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC
Free-to-play Throne and Liberty lets its players loose in the vast world of Solisium. It’s an open-world MMORPG that will have you exploring, engaging in battle, teaming up with players and a whole lot more. If you’re a fan of fantasy open worlds, there’s no reason not to give this one a try — did we mention it’s free to play?
Kill Knight
- 2nd October
- PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Switch and PC
An arcade shooter with an appealing, dark style, Kill Knight is one to watch if you’re a fan of fast-paced action. You’ll be tasked with cleaning out arenas of enemies, using different tools in your arsenal to survive. You can read our full review here.
Until Dawn
- 4th October
- PS5 and PC
Surely Until Dawn needs no introduction? Now almost 10 years old, the original game has been remade, with fresh visuals and some quality-of-life improvements to make it better (and scarier) than ever. If you’ve already played it, you know what to expect. But if you haven’t, look forward to one of the best horror narratives you’ve ever experienced. You can read our review of the original game here.
Silent Hill 2
- 8th October
- PS5 and PC
Bloober Team, the developer behind Blair Witch and The Medium, has been given the reins of developing the Silent Hill 2 remake. It feels like we’ve been waiting for this forever, but it’s finally just around the corner, and we couldn’t be more excited to see how James’ terrifying visit to Silent Hill pans out in the modern age.
Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred
- 8th October
- PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and PC
If you love Diablo IV as much as we do, undoubtedly you’re already excited for Vessel of Hatred, the game’s first major expansion. It adds in a new character class, the Spiritborn, along with new story, a new region to explore, and lots more opportunity to defeat evil and gather loot. We can’t wait.
Metaphor: ReFantazio
- 11th October
- PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC
Metaphor: ReFantazio is the latest game from the team behind Persona, and we’re very much looking forward to getting our hands on this. It leaves behind Persona’s school setting and instead goes full-on fantasy, telling a story of a mystical kingdom currently under the spell of a terrible curse. Expect to spend your time questing, exploring dungeons, hunting for treasure and building relationships with your peers.
Neva
- 15th October
- PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch and PC
Remember Gris? Neva is the next game from the same developer, once again bringing us breathtaking visuals and a puzzle-platformer experience that looks absolutely sublime. You’ll take on the role of young woman Alba and the wolf cub she’s bound to as they make their way through a dangerous world filled with pitfalls and enemies. Alba and her cub’s relationship will evolve over time, we’re told, and we can’t wait to see how that impacts the game.
Nikoderiko: The Magical World
- 15th October
- PS5, Xbox Series X/S and Switch
If you’re a fan of classic platformers, we think Nikoderiko: The Magical Kingdom is one for you. This platformer looks joyous and colourful, and with the likes of minecart levels, chase sequences and 3D areas to explore, we reckon it could give some of the classics a run for their money.
A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead
- 17th October
- PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC
A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead is based on the movie franchise, but instead of telling the same story, this has its own original narrative, complete with a cast of brand new characters. But set in the same, terrifying universe, you better hope you can keep your characters quiet, otherwise you’re in for a lot of trouble.
Unknown 9: Awakening
- 18th October
- PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PC
Truth be told, we don’t know a huge amount about Unknown 9: Awakening. But we are very intrigued by it. The latest release from Bandai Namco promises a third person action adventure, with players taking control of Haroona. She’s got a very special ability that allows her to travel into a strange dimension — but it’s a power that puts her at risk from being hunted down by the Ascendants who want to use her power for evil.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed
- 18th October
- PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Switch and PC
It’s a good time to be a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fan. The games have seemed to come thick and fast in the last few years, and the latest, Mutants Unleashed, is just around the corner. This 3D adventure continues the story of last year’s Mutant Mayhem movie, sporting a similarly unique art style, and it sees Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael and Michelangelo battle to save New York from a new threat. Cowabunga!
Halloween/Ash vs Evil Dead RetroRealms Double Feature
- 18th October
- PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Switch and PC
Technically two separate games, these retro-styled action platformers based on Halloween and Ash vs Evil Dead are getting bundled up into one physical release. But digitally, you can buy them both separately. Designed to play like 16-bit throwbacks, we think they’re going to be a bit of a treat for fans of the franchises. And they’ve been developed by Wayforward, so you know they’re in good hands.
Fear the Spotlight
- 22nd October
- PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Switch and PC
Remember when Blumhouse announced it was moving into the video game space? Fear the Spotlight is the first game we’re seeing from that new venture. It’s a lo-fi, 90s-inspired third-person horror that sees you unravelling an unsettling mystery in a school after dark. You’ll need to solve puzzles, explore, keep your wits about you and, of course, stay out of the light.
Date Everything
- 24th October
- PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch and PC
You won’t have played a dating simulator quite like Date Everything, that we can promise you. Here, you’ll be dating objects from your own home: your refrigerator, your vacuum cleaner and even your piano. Every item has its own unique personality that comes to life, and with branching narratives and multiple endings to discover, it promises to be quite the journey.
Ys X: Nordics
- 25th October
- PS4, PS5, Switch and PC
The latest entry in the long-running Ys series arrives in the west this month, and it once again promises hours of thrilling action RPG antics. This time around the red-haired Adol finds himself befriending a pirate called Karja, and they must both work together to determine the fate of the Obelia Gulf and its people. Ocean travel and naval battles will make this stand out from its predecessors, for sure.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
- 25th October
- PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and PC
Another year, another Call of Duty game. After last year’s disappointing Modern Warfare 3, Black Ops 6 is looking rather good, however. As ever, it’s set to feature a thrilling campaign that promises some thrilling set-pieces, as well as online multiplayer modes that will keep players entertained all year round. But what we’re most looking forward to is the return of the round-based zombies mode. It always proves to be a blast with friends.
Sonic x Shadow Generations
- 25th October
- PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and PC
The brilliant Sonic Generations is being given new life on current generation consoles and PC. And with it being the year of Shadow, it’s also going to include a whole new host of Shadow-themed content. And so, alongside the content of the original game which has been remastered, you can also look forward to getting stuck into a new campaign featuring Shadow. Pick up the Digital Deluxe edition and you also get access to the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie pack in December, featuring the voice of Keanu Reeves.
Life is Strange: Double Exposure
- 29th October
- PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch and PC
The latest entry into the Life is Strange series reunites us with the first game’s protagonist, Max. A couple of years have passed, however, and she’s now in college. Her supernatural powers haven’t left her, though; instead, they’ve morphed, allowing her to not only control time but to step into different realities. Woah. As ever, we’re expecting an emotional tour de force, and we can’t wait to meet up with Max again.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard
- 31st October
- PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC
It’s been a long time coming but Halloween brings us a brand new entry into the Dragon Age series. This immersive single-player campaign will see you explore the vast, exciting world of Thedas, filled with enemies to beat and new companions to meet and recruit. There’s a rich narrative to get lost in here — not just your own, but your companions’, and with multiple character classes and races to choose between, your can shape your protagonist however you want.
