Traditionally, autumn is the busiest period for game releases. A flood of new titles usually follows in October, but this year, developers and publishers decided to skip that month and organize a crazy September 2025 instead. In the coming weeks, we can expect several original games, sequels to popular franchises, and significant story DLCs. And, of course, Hollow Knight: Silksong. Here are the main new releases of the month.
Metal Eden — September 2
- Platforms: PC (Steam), PS5, Xbox Series X|S.
This sci-fi shooter is from the creators of the 2017 isometric action game Ruiner. The new game’s main character is Aska, a female android who travels to the orbital city of Möbius. According to the synopsis, Möbius was intended to be humanity’s new home, but it turned out to be a deadly trap.
Players will be able to explore the metropolis and the planet Vulcan. The creators of Metal Eden promise very dynamic gameplay, including wall running, a gravity hook, a jetpack, and the ability to transform into a fast, armored ball. Some of these mechanics can be sampled in the demo, which is available on all platforms.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants — 4 September
- Platforms: PC (Steam and Microsoft Store), PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
This story expansion for MachineGames‘ recent game follows Professor Jones’s adventure in the catacombs beneath Rome, where a monster supposedly dwells, according to myth. The DLC offers players a new location filled with secrets and other content.
Hollow Knight: Silksong — September 4
- Platforms: PC (Steam, GOG, and the Microsoft Store), PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One and Series X/S, Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, and Game Pass.
Players have been waiting more than six years for the long-awaited sequel to Metroidvania from Team Cherry. Before announcing the release date, the Australian studio rarely shared details about the sequel. However, it is now clear that the sequel will at least match the scale of the original 2017 game.
The main character, Hornet, will explore the fallen insect kingdom of Farlum. She will visit moss-covered caves, foggy swamps, a shining citadel, and cities inhabited by unusual characters. Non-player characters (NPCs) can also give the warrior side quests that vary in purpose, from uncovering ancient secrets and helping the disadvantaged to hunting monsters.
Hollow Knight: Silksong features over 200 types of enemies and 40 bosses, including legendary knights, kings, and hideous monsters. According to the developers, Hornet will be able to expand her arsenal of weapons, traps, and mechanisms; the Knight in the original game wielded only a nail and a few abilities. Additionally, the combat system will be more dynamic, focusing on acrobatic movements.
For those seeking a more challenging experience, Team Cherry is developing a “Steel Soul” mode. Details about it are not yet available, but the developers have stated that players will need to demonstrate all their skills.
Hell Is Us – September 4
- Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S
Hell Is Us could be the most compelling role-playing game of 2025. It requires your full concentration. In this exploration-focused game, you won’t receive any assistance. You’ll need to gather clues and strike up conversations to determine where to go next. This intriguing design is based on several bold ideas. If you’re curious about what developer Rogue Factor has in store, you can try the demo version of Hell Is Us now.
NBA 2K26 – September 5
- Platforms: PC (Steam), PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2.
The latest installment of the basketball simulation series by Visual Concepts is here. The game features the franchise’s classic modes: MyCAREER, MyTEAM, MyNBA, The W, and Play Now. It also features a host of past and present athletes. Those who pre-ordered the Deluxe Edition of NBA 2K26 on Steam received early access and have given the game a 59% positive rating.
Cronos: The New Dawn — September 5
- Platforms: PC (Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG), PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
This futuristic survival horror game is from Bloober Team, the studio behind Layers of Fear, The Medium, and the Silent Hill 2 remake. Set in a post-apocalyptic version of Krakow, the game’s plot centers on Skitalitsa, a woman in a massive suit who works for an organization called “The Union.”
According to the synopsis, the protagonist must travel to the 1980s to find individuals who perished due to the “Change” cataclysm, which was caused by a viral epidemic. Only the quantum traces of the deceased can be transferred to the future. Judging by recent previews, these traces give the protagonist unique abilities.
As in other games of the genre, players must explore confusing yet interconnected locations, search for valuable resources, solve puzzles (with a particular focus on spatial puzzles), and upgrade their equipment.
The key features of Cronos: The New Dawn are the enemies and the combat system. The main type of enemy in the game is the Orphans, who are mutants capable of “merging” with each other, even after death, to form stronger individuals. In order to defeat them, players must burn their bodies as quickly as possible and prevent the monsters from getting close to each other. According to the developers, the only way to survive in this hostile world is to follow the rule of “think first, then act.”
Borderlands 4 – September 12
- Platforms: PC (Steam, EGS), PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
This installment will take players beyond Pandora to the planet Kyros, which is ruled by the powerful Timekeeper. The main characters will once again be the Vault Hunters: Vex, Rafa, Amon, and Harlow. The quartet must stop a despotic enemy and earn fame and fortune, if possible.
This installment promises to be the most ambitious in the series, featuring a seamless open world with detailed locations and enhanced gameplay dynamics and new features. Players will be able to swim underwater, perform double jumps and dashes in the air, and use a grappling hook to reach hard-to-access places. Another significant change is the ability to call for transport at any time, not just at designated locations.
Overall, Borderlands 4 will resemble the previous installments. Gamers can expect numerous quests, weapon collecting — Gearbox has announced 30 billion weapon variations — and intense firefights with formidable enemies.
The upcoming looter shooter will also support online and local co-op for up to four and two players, respectively, in a single session. The co-op mode features cross-play support across all platforms, individual difficulty settings, and the ability to quickly teleport to a teammate.
This game is for fans of first-person shooters, open worlds, and co-op games.
LEGO Voyagers — September 15
- Platforms: PC (Steam, Epic Games Store), PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
In this game, two LEGO bricks embark on a mission to rescue an abandoned starship. Players can enjoy this adventure in local or online co-op mode for two players, and the game supports Friend’s Pass — only one copy is needed to play together.
Skate – September 16 (early access)
- Platforms: PC (Steam, Epic Games Store), PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
This freemium arcade game is about skateboarding and is the first game in the franchise since 2010. Full Circle Studios sees Skate as an online “sandbox” with ongoing content support. Set in the city of San Vanelona, the game will give players complete freedom to explore, “beyond just riding a board.”
The game will first be released on an early access platform and will feature the Flick-It trick system from previous installments, as well as a wealth of content. The full version, which will be released in at least a year, will offer challenges, dynamic events, and improved gameplay based on player feedback.
Dying Light: The Beast — September 19
- Platforms: PC (Steam, EGS), PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
This is the third installment in Techland’s zombie action series. The game tells the story of Kyle Crane, who seemingly died in the finale of The Following, an add-on for the original game. In reality, however, he fell into the hands of the cruel Baron and was subjected to experiments involving a virus for many years. The protagonist’s main goal is to escape the trap and find his tormentors to take revenge on them.
The developers have stated that The Beast will be a “unique blend of action and survival horror.” Unlike the cities in previous games, the game takes place in the spacious Castor Woods valley with lower buildings. As before, gameplay is parkour-based, but you can also travel by car.
The creators emphasize combat, which seems to surpass the brutality of previous installments. The game features an improved enemy damage system and three times more finishing moves than the original Dying Light and its sequel. Additionally, Crane can transform into a beast with a ferocious fighting style. According to one preview, in this mode, the protagonist can tear off the heads of huge enemies.
The Beast was originally conceived as DLC for Stay Human, but the project eventually expanded. The campaign takes about 20–30 hours to complete, and players will spend the same amount of time on side activities. Players who find this insufficient will be able to play in a network co-op mode with up to three other people.
Agatha Christie: Death on the Nile – September 23
- Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch
While the big-screen adaptation of Agatha Christie’s classic detective story, Death on the Nile, gave birth to a fantastic meme–enough champagne to fill the Nile–this video game version of the famous whodunnit looks like it’ll put a groovy spin on it. Set in the ’70s, detectives Hercule Poirot and Jane Royce have their work cut out for them as they work to solve seemingly unrelated cases full of twists and turns. The big twist here is that the story continues after the book ends, ensuring a few surprises for Christie fans and newcomers alike.
Baby Steps — September 23
- Platforms: PC (Steam) and PS5.
This unusual walking simulator tells the story of an unemployed misfit who lived a miserable existence until he discovered an extraordinary ability: the power to walk. Players must guide the hero through a fog-shrouded world to help him find meaning in life.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds — September 25
- Platforms: PC (Steam), PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2.
This arcade racing game, in the spirit of Mario Kart, features the super-fast hedgehog Sonic and his friends. Players can travel on land, water, and air, as well as fly through space and time. Sonic Racing: Cross Worlds also offers the opportunity to create a car that suits your driving style and compete with other players.
Silent Hill F — September 25
- Platforms: PC (Steam, EGS), PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
This eighth installment of the main Silent Hill series will differ significantly from its predecessors. Konami has reimagined its iconic IP; the game will not take place in the North American town of Silent Hill in the present day, but rather in the Japanese settlement of Ebisu Gaoka in the 1960s.
Ryukishi07, a cult writer known for his series of visual novels When the Cicadas Cry, wrote the horror script. The main character of Silent Hill F is 17-year-old Hinako. Her life suddenly turns into a living nightmare when her hometown is enveloped in thick fog, and eerie yet beautiful red flowers begin to grow in the surrounding area.
Another notable change compared to other Silent Hill games is the emphasis on combat, particularly melee combat. The protagonist can fight enemies with melee weapons, such as pipes, sticks, and knives, until her stamina runs out. She can also perform counterattacks, and a focus mode that depends on the heroine’s sanity level allows her to increase her parry window.
The horror may divide SH fans into two camps because of the change in setting and the large number of monster encounters. However, the game promises to be unique, at least thanks to screenwriter and artist Kera, who came up with a visual style unusual for the series, as well as new, terrifying images.
