October is that time of the year when every gaming studio is ready to drop what they have been cooking for gamers. Several releases are set to hit all the major platforms, and gamers will have plenty to choose from. With new releases ranging from action and shooter games to horror and racing games, we have listed the top 5 games everyone should watch out for.
1. Gears of War: E-Day
Release Date: October 6, 2026
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PC, Steam
Gears of War is a franchise that needs little introduction, and the latest iteration coming next week follows the story of Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago from Emergence Day. Its inclusion in the Xbox Game Pass has also drawn a lot of attention, as Game Pass subscribers will get to enjoy it upon its release.
2. Ace Combat 8: Wings of the Theve
Release Date: October 2, 2026
Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
The extremely popular flight-combat series drops in early October as Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve introduces large-scale battles along with upgraded graphics that utilise the full potential of the new generation of PC and consoles.
3. Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival
Release Date: October 8, 2026
Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Nintendo Switch 2
While horror games are not for everyone, this comes as an interesting drop that might pick up pace, as this genre rarely gets new games. Covering almost all popular gaming platforms, Hellraiser: Revival will likely be a popular pick among gamers this October.
4. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4
Release Date: October 23, 2026
Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Nintendo Switch 2
COD turns to Modern Warfare in 2026 with Captain Price once again leading his crew through military and geopolitical challenges. Arguably the biggest launch of October, MW adapts to a similar storyline every year, which fans have shown some resentment around, and given that COD has been listening to its player base, we might see something new with the latest MW game.
5. Phantom Blade Zero
Release Date: October 29, 2026
Platforms: PS5, PC
As a fast-paced action game with a solid storyline to follow, Phantom Blade Zero can be a refreshing addition to your library, and while this genre may not have a massive following, players tend to stick around once they acquire a taste for it.
October is that time of the year for gamers, but given how the GTA 6 release has stolen the limelight from everyone else, it is obvious that some games will go under the radar. Make sure to have a look at these 5 titles, and who knows, you might find one of them to your taste.
