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Dreadline Express

Dreadline Express

Release Date: Oct 16, 2026
N/A
Critics
—
Steam
98
Metacritic
—
Dreadline Express

Dreadline Express

Release Date: Oct 16, 2026
N/A
Critics
—
Steam
98
Metacritic
—
Tenebris Somnia

Tenebris Somnia

Release Date: Oct 16, 2026
-11.8

Latest Review

Angelina Bonilla at CBR

Oct 15, 2026 | Score 90 | Pre-release Review

“Tenebris Somniais a memorable survival horror experience that combines retro pixel art with unsettling live-action sequences to create a nightmare that feels both familiar and deeply disturbing.”

Critics
83
Steam
94
Metacritic
—
Tenebris Somnia

Tenebris Somnia

Release Date: Oct 16, 2026

Latest review: Angelina Bonilla at CBR

Oct 15, 2026 | Score 90 | Pre-release Review

“Tenebris Somniais a memorable survival horror experience that combines retro pixel art with unsettling live-action sequences to create a nightmare that feels both familiar and deeply disturbing.”

Penguin Colony

Penguin Colony

Release Date: Oct 16, 2026
-23.5

Latest Review

Ashley Barnett-Cosgrove at MKAU Gaming

Oct 18, 2026 | Score 60

“Overall, Penguin Colony is strong in its penguins and their abilities, atmospheric tone, and approach to discovery and storytelling. Some audience members may bounce off this title because of its approach to sharing adventures and understanding the game itself.”

Critics
60
Steam
83
Metacritic
—
Penguin Colony

Penguin Colony

Release Date: Oct 16, 2026

Latest review: Ashley Barnett-Cosgrove at MKAU Gaming

Oct 18, 2026 | Score 60

“Overall, Penguin Colony is strong in its penguins and their abilities, atmospheric tone, and approach to discovery and storytelling. Some audience members may bounce off this title because of its approach to sharing adventures and understanding the game itself.”

Frosthaven

Frosthaven

Release Date: Oct 15, 2026
+8.7

Latest Review

Silvia Mannu at Uagna

Oct 17, 2026 | Score 75

“Frosthaven is, by all accounts, an excellent digital adaptation of one of the most complex and acclaimed cooperative board games of recent years. Version 1.0 marks the end of an early access period that lasted over a year, making the entire campaign and all planned content available. The difficulty remains high, but the numerous customization options allow you to tailor the challenge to your needs. Frosthaven is a deep, content-rich strategic experience that will undoubtedly delight fans, but those new to board games will face a fairly steep learning curve and need to be prepared to learn many complex mechanics.”

Critics
79
Steam
71
Metacritic
—
Frosthaven

Frosthaven

Release Date: Oct 15, 2026

Latest review: Silvia Mannu at Uagna

Oct 17, 2026 | Score 75

Odd Town

Odd Town

Release Date: Oct 15, 2026
-18.3

Latest Review

Krist Duro at Duuro Magazine

Oct 16, 2026 | Score 65

“Odd Town is difficult to recommend broadly. Its unusual visuals, charming animations, and strange inhabitants give it an identity I appreciate, and there is fun here once its rules make sense. The onboarding and controller feel make reaching that point harder than it should be. If its particular brand of weirdness appeals to you, you might enjoy the visit. I would understand just as easily if you decided to leave early.”

Critics
55
Steam
73
Metacritic
—
Odd Town

Odd Town

Release Date: Oct 15, 2026

Latest review: Krist Duro at Duuro Magazine

Oct 16, 2026 | Score 65

“Odd Town is difficult to recommend broadly. Its unusual visuals, charming animations, and strange inhabitants give it an identity I appreciate, and there is fun here once its rules make sense. The onboarding and controller feel make reaching that point harder than it should be. If its particular brand of weirdness appeals to you, you might enjoy the visit. I would understand just as easily if you decided to leave early.”

Disney/Pixar Toy Story 3 Complete Edition

Disney/Pixar Toy Story 3 Complete Edition

Release Date: Oct 15, 2026
-6.2

Latest Review

Lyle Pendle at Loot Level Chill

Oct 16, 2026 | Score 50

“Toy Story 3 Complete Edition is nice to look at thanks to visual upgrades, but is at best a bit boring and often just plain broken.”

Critics
78
Steam
84
Metacritic
—
Disney/Pixar Toy Story 3 Complete Edition

Disney/Pixar Toy Story 3 Complete Edition

Release Date: Oct 15, 2026

Latest review: Lyle Pendle at Loot Level Chill

Oct 16, 2026 | Score 50

“Toy Story 3 Complete Edition is nice to look at thanks to visual upgrades, but is at best a bit boring and often just plain broken.”

Disney/Pixar Toy Story: Retro Roundup!

Disney/Pixar Toy Story: Retro Roundup!

Release Date: Oct 15, 2026
-1.2

Latest Review

Use a Potion Staff at Use a Potion

Oct 17, 2026 | Score 80

“Toy Story Retro Roundup is not about playing flawless games, but instead a nostalgic treat that truly celebrates the creation (and preservation) of classic Disney releases. The titles themselves show their age, suffering from stiff controls and awkward cameras, but the modern tweaks allow you to bypass the annoying bits and just soak up the good stuff… don’t be ashamed to use the cheats! Overall, Toy Story Retro Roundup is just a lovingly crafted package that preserves the history of a beloved franchise, and for that alone, it is worth celebrating.”

Critics
74
Steam
75
Metacritic
—
Disney/Pixar Toy Story: Retro Roundup!

Disney/Pixar Toy Story: Retro Roundup!

Release Date: Oct 15, 2026

Latest review: Use a Potion Staff at Use a Potion

Ratatan

Ratatan

Release Date: Oct 15, 2026
-4.9

Latest Review

Libero Zerini at Videogiocare.it

Oct 18, 2026 | Score 80

“Ratatan is a charming and addictive spiritual successor to Patapon, blending rhythmic combat with rewarding roguelite progression. Its gorgeous art style and infectious soundtrack shine, even if visual chaos and repetition occasionally get in the way.”

Critics
77
Steam
82
Metacritic
—
Ratatan

Ratatan

Release Date: Oct 15, 2026

Latest review: Libero Zerini at Videogiocare.it

Oct 18, 2026 | Score 80

“Ratatan is a charming and addictive spiritual successor to Patapon, blending rhythmic combat with rewarding roguelite progression. Its gorgeous art style and infectious soundtrack shine, even if visual chaos and repetition occasionally get in the way.”

The Jackbox Party Pack 12

The Jackbox Party Pack 12

Release Date: Oct 15, 2026
+8.5

Latest Review

Andrew Stretch at TechRaptor

Oct 15, 2026 | Score 85

“The Jackbox Party Pack 12 supplies fans with five unique titles that range from completely off the wall humor to a focused and intense trivia game. Not all games will fit the vibe of a party, but at least one or two always will.”

Critics
85
Steam
76
Metacritic
—
The Jackbox Party Pack 12

The Jackbox Party Pack 12

Release Date: Oct 15, 2026

Latest review: Andrew Stretch at TechRaptor

Oct 15, 2026 | Score 85

“The Jackbox Party Pack 12 supplies fans with five unique titles that range from completely off the wall humor to a focused and intense trivia game. Not all games will fit the vibe of a party, but at least one or two always will.”

Tales of Eternia Remastered

Tales of Eternia Remastered

Release Date: Oct 15, 2026
-6.9

Latest Review

Hakim MOKHBI at Just Play it

Oct 16, 2026 | Score 80

“Tales of Eternia Remastered brings back one of the most memorable adventures in the Tales of series, with its touching story, enjoyable combat system, and beautiful art direction. Despite some outdated design elements and improvements that don’t cover every aspect of the game, it manages to preserve the charm of the original while delivering a classic experience that is still worth discovering.”

Critics
77
Steam
84
Metacritic
—
Tales of Eternia Remastered

Tales of Eternia Remastered

Release Date: Oct 15, 2026

Latest review: Hakim MOKHBI at Just Play it

Oct 16, 2026 | Score 80

“Tales of Eternia Remastered brings back one of the most memorable adventures in the Tales of series, with its touching story, enjoyable combat system, and beautiful art direction. Despite some outdated design elements and improvements that don’t cover every aspect of the game, it manages to preserve the charm of the original while delivering a classic experience that is still worth discovering.”

Harvest Moon: Echoes of Teradea

Harvest Moon: Echoes of Teradea

Release Date: Oct 15, 2026
N/A

Latest Review

Matt Masem at RPGamer

Oct 15, 2026 | Score 80

“Echoes of Teradea executes open-world exploration brilliantly without sacrificing core farming and relationship-building mechanics. While the occasional wolf or polar bear might trigger a quick urge to swing a sword, the overall experience proves deeply rewarding without one.”

Critics
79
Steam
67
Metacritic
—
Harvest Moon: Echoes of Teradea

Harvest Moon: Echoes of Teradea

Release Date: Oct 15, 2026

Latest review: Matt Masem at RPGamer

Oct 15, 2026 | Score 80

“Echoes of Teradea executes open-world exploration brilliantly without sacrificing core farming and relationship-building mechanics. While the occasional wolf or polar bear might trigger a quick urge to swing a sword, the overall experience proves deeply rewarding without one.”

Chained Beasts

Chained Beasts

Release Date: Oct 15, 2026
N/A
Critics
—
Steam
83
Metacritic
—
Chained Beasts

Chained Beasts

Release Date: Oct 15, 2026
N/A
Critics
—
Steam
83
Metacritic
—
Bluey's Happy Snaps

Bluey's Happy Snaps

Release Date: Oct 15, 2026
N/A

Latest Review

Press Start Staff at Press Start

Oct 15, 2026 | Score 80

“Bluey's Happy Snaps is a family fun filled experience aimed at empowering kids to own their game time. It feels like a genuine Bluey episode that immerses players into the whacky adventures of the Heeler family, whilst providing easy controls and mechanics kids will love. Although replayability is dictated by how kids wish to tackle post game content, Happy Snaps will keep them smiling from play on and off the screen.”

Critics
83
Steam
70
Metacritic
—
Bluey's Happy Snaps

Bluey's Happy Snaps

Release Date: Oct 15, 2026

Latest review: Press Start Staff at Press Start

Oct 15, 2026 | Score 80

“Bluey's Happy Snaps is a family fun filled experience aimed at empowering kids to own their game time. It feels like a genuine Bluey episode that immerses players into the whacky adventures of the Heeler family, whilst providing easy controls and mechanics kids will love. Although replayability is dictated by how kids wish to tackle post game content, Happy Snaps will keep them smiling from play on and off the screen.”

over the hill

over the hill

Release Date: Oct 14, 2026
-13.7

Latest Review

Mohamed Cherif HAFSI at Just Play it

Oct 16, 2026 | Score 75

“Over the hill offers an enjoyable exploration experience with realistic driving, beautiful environments, and stable performance. However, the lack of missions and limited activities make the gameplay feel repetitive over time, leaving a fun experience that lacks variety.”

Critics
79
Steam
92
Metacritic
—
over the hill

over the hill

Release Date: Oct 14, 2026

Latest review: Mohamed Cherif HAFSI at Just Play it

Oct 16, 2026 | Score 75

“Over the hill offers an enjoyable exploration experience with realistic driving, beautiful environments, and stable performance. However, the lack of missions and limited activities make the gameplay feel repetitive over time, leaving a fun experience that lacks variety.”

Hubert

Hubert

Release Date: Oct 14, 2026
N/A
Critics
—
Steam
84
Metacritic
—
Hubert

Hubert

Release Date: Oct 14, 2026
N/A
Critics
—
Steam
84
Metacritic
—
Thank You Bus Driver

Thank You Bus Driver

Release Date: Oct 14, 2026
-18.4

Latest Review

Andrew Farrell at SmashPad

Oct 14, 2026 | Score 70

“Thank You Bus Driver features a decent amount of content for what the game is, and I can't imagine the map holding most people's attention much longer anyway, but I still lean toward recommending the game. It can be aggravating, and the presentation can make focusing harder than it needs to be, but it is still a game that's as unique and interesting as it is funny. All of that makes it easier to overlook some of its design quirks, but it still depends on whether or not its brand of frustration speaks to you.”

Critics
76
Steam
95
Metacritic
—
Thank You Bus Driver

Thank You Bus Driver

Release Date: Oct 14, 2026

Latest review: Andrew Farrell at SmashPad

Oct 14, 2026 | Score 70

Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2

Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2

Release Date: Oct 14, 2026
-11.3

Latest Review

Ashley Barnett-Cosgrove at MKAU Gaming

Oct 18, 2026 | Score 70

“Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 is more of what Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun delivered, but with meaningful changes. It has great music and punchy sound effects, a new character to play, and replayability with meaningful accessibility options. Although there are some bugs that can break the flow and be disheartening, Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 is worth playing if you loved Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun.”

Critics
83
Steam
94
Metacritic
—
Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2

Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2

Release Date: Oct 14, 2026

Latest review: Ashley Barnett-Cosgrove at MKAU Gaming

Oct 18, 2026 | Score 70

“Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 is more of what Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun delivered, but with meaningful changes. It has great music and punchy sound effects, a new character to play, and replayability with meaningful accessibility options. Although there are some bugs that can break the flow and be disheartening, Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 is worth playing if you loved Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun.”

The Witch's Bakery

The Witch's Bakery

Release Date: Oct 14, 2026
-5.6

Latest Review

Michelle See-Tho at Nintendo Life

Oct 16, 2026 | Score 80

“On the surface, The Witch's Bakery is a simple cosy adventure sim about a young witch running a bakery. But bite into those flaky pastry layers and you'll find a creamy centre: a narratively strong game with mental health themes. The emotional issues are handled gently, never oversimplified, and feel universal.Between Lunne 'curing' customers' Regrets and the bigger, darker storylines, this 15-hour game acknowledges that emotions are tough, and that there is no magic fix. Still, it's a reminder that when everything seems terrible, sometimes all you need is a friend to listen – and a little sweet treat.”

Critics
90
Steam
96
Metacritic
—
The Witch's Bakery

The Witch's Bakery

Release Date: Oct 14, 2026

Latest review: Michelle See-Tho at Nintendo Life

Castlevania: Belmont's Curse

Castlevania: Belmont's Curse

Release Date: Oct 14, 2026
+11.6

Latest Review

Álvaro Bustío at Chicas Gamers

Oct 18, 2026 | Score 95

“Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse makes a triumphant return with an entry that grips you from the start and refuses to let go until the credits roll, where every single enemy encounter is an absolute joy to experience.”

Critics
86
Steam
73
Metacritic
76
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse

Castlevania: Belmont's Curse

Release Date: Oct 14, 2026

Latest review: Álvaro Bustío at Chicas Gamers

Oct 18, 2026 | Score 95

“Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse makes a triumphant return with an entry that grips you from the start and refuses to let go until the credits roll, where every single enemy encounter is an absolute joy to experience.”

Total War: SHOGUN 2 Complete Edition

Total War: SHOGUN 2 Complete Edition

Release Date: Oct 13, 2026
-40.5

Latest Review

Davide Fanelli at CrazyGameCommunity.it

Oct 17, 2026 | Score 50

“Total War: SHOGUN 2 Complete Edition is a true reflection of a promise left half-fulfilled. It combines the merits of a masterpiece with a disappointing and slipshod remastering effort.”

Critics
50
Steam
91
Metacritic
—
Total War: SHOGUN 2 Complete Edition

Total War: SHOGUN 2 Complete Edition

Release Date: Oct 13, 2026

Latest review: Davide Fanelli at CrazyGameCommunity.it

Oct 17, 2026 | Score 50

“Total War: SHOGUN 2 Complete Edition is a true reflection of a promise left half-fulfilled. It combines the merits of a masterpiece with a disappointing and slipshod remastering effort.”

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-11.8
Critics
83
Steam
94
Metacritic
—
-23.5
Critics
60
Steam
83
Metacritic
—

“Frosthaven is, by all accounts, an excellent digital adaptation of one of the most complex and acclaimed cooperative board games of recent years. Version 1.0 marks the end of an early access period that lasted over a year, making the entire campaign and all planned content available. The difficulty remains high, but the numerous customization options allow you to tailor the challenge to your needs. Frosthaven is a deep, content-rich strategic experience that will undoubtedly delight fans, but those new to board games will face a fairly steep learning curve and need to be prepared to learn many complex mechanics.”

+8.7
Critics
79
Steam
71
Metacritic
—
-18.3
Critics
55
Steam
73
Metacritic
—
-6.2
Critics
78
Steam
84
Metacritic
—

Oct 17, 2026 | Score 80

“Toy Story Retro Roundup is not about playing flawless games, but instead a nostalgic treat that truly celebrates the creation (and preservation) of classic Disney releases. The titles themselves show their age, suffering from stiff controls and awkward cameras, but the modern tweaks allow you to bypass the annoying bits and just soak up the good stuff… don’t be ashamed to use the cheats! Overall, Toy Story Retro Roundup is just a lovingly crafted package that preserves the history of a beloved franchise, and for that alone, it is worth celebrating.”

-1.2
Critics
74
Steam
75
Metacritic
—
-4.9
Critics
77
Steam
82
Metacritic
—
+8.5
Critics
85
Steam
76
Metacritic
—
-6.9
Critics
77
Steam
84
Metacritic
—
N/A
Critics
79
Steam
67
Metacritic
—
N/A
Critics
83
Steam
70
Metacritic
—
-13.7
Critics
79
Steam
92
Metacritic
—

“Thank You Bus Driver features a decent amount of content for what the game is, and I can't imagine the map holding most people's attention much longer anyway, but I still lean toward recommending the game. It can be aggravating, and the presentation can make focusing harder than it needs to be, but it is still a game that's as unique and interesting as it is funny. All of that makes it easier to overlook some of its design quirks, but it still depends on whether or not its brand of frustration speaks to you.”

-18.4
Critics
76
Steam
95
Metacritic
—
-11.3
Critics
83
Steam
94
Metacritic
—

Oct 16, 2026 | Score 80

“On the surface, The Witch's Bakery is a simple cosy adventure sim about a young witch running a bakery. But bite into those flaky pastry layers and you'll find a creamy centre: a narratively strong game with mental health themes. The emotional issues are handled gently, never oversimplified, and feel universal.Between Lunne 'curing' customers' Regrets and the bigger, darker storylines, this 15-hour game acknowledges that emotions are tough, and that there is no magic fix. Still, it's a reminder that when everything seems terrible, sometimes all you need is a friend to listen – and a little sweet treat.”

-5.6
Critics
90
Steam
96
Metacritic
—
+11.6
Critics
86
Steam
73
Metacritic
76
-40.5
Critics
50
Steam
91
Metacritic
—