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Divinum

Divinum

Release Date: Aug 28, 2026
N/A
Critics
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Steam
86
Metacritic
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Divinum

Divinum

Release Date: Aug 28, 2026
N/A
Critics
—
Steam
86
Metacritic
—
Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition

Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition

Release Date: Aug 28, 2026
+35.2

Latest Review

Chris "Atom" DeAngelus at Worth Playing

Aug 28, 2026 | Score 85

“Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition is arguably the weakest version of an incredible game, but the compromises aren't enough to undermine the experience. It's difficult to think of another Switch 2 game that matches its scale and sheer amount of content. If you enjoy Souls-style games and haven't yet played Elden Ring, you owe it to yourself to try it. As long as you can accept the technical compromises, Tarnished Edition is an excellent way to experience the game for the first time.”

Critics
89
Steam
53
Metacritic
—
Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition

Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition

Release Date: Aug 28, 2026

Latest review: Chris "Atom" DeAngelus at Worth Playing

Aug 28, 2026 | Score 85

“Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition is arguably the weakest version of an incredible game, but the compromises aren't enough to undermine the experience. It's difficult to think of another Switch 2 game that matches its scale and sheer amount of content. If you enjoy Souls-style games and haven't yet played Elden Ring, you owe it to yourself to try it. As long as you can accept the technical compromises, Tarnished Edition is an excellent way to experience the game for the first time.”

+35.2
Critics
89
Steam
53
Metacritic
—
Aggelos 2

Aggelos 2

Release Date: Aug 27, 2026
N/A

Latest Review

Cubed3 Staff at Cubed3

Aug 27, 2026 | Score 60

“Aggelos 2 builds on its predecessor with a larger map, dual forms, and two interconnected worlds. The appealing retro visuals and rewarding movement upgrades make for an enjoyable adventure, but an unintuitive map and missing quality-of-life features make navigation more frustrating than it should be.”

Critics
76
Steam
83
Metacritic
—
Aggelos 2

Aggelos 2

Release Date: Aug 27, 2026

Latest review: Cubed3 Staff at Cubed3

Aug 27, 2026 | Score 60

“Aggelos 2 builds on its predecessor with a larger map, dual forms, and two interconnected worlds. The appealing retro visuals and rewarding movement upgrades make for an enjoyable adventure, but an unintuitive map and missing quality-of-life features make navigation more frustrating than it should be.”

N/A
Critics
76
Steam
83
Metacritic
—
Lou's Lagoon

Lou's Lagoon

Release Date: Aug 27, 2026
+3.8

Latest Review

Kelvin Richards at Analog Stick Gaming

Aug 27, 2026 | Score 80

“Lou's Lagoon was a fun and engaging crafting adventure that I had a lot of fun playing. Yes, there were a few hiccups here and there. but when dealing with the open sea and a magic storm, nothing will really be smooth flying.”

Critics
76
Steam
70
Metacritic
—
Lou's Lagoon

Lou's Lagoon

Release Date: Aug 27, 2026

Latest review: Kelvin Richards at Analog Stick Gaming

Aug 27, 2026 | Score 80

“Lou's Lagoon was a fun and engaging crafting adventure that I had a lot of fun playing. Yes, there were a few hiccups here and there. but when dealing with the open sea and a magic storm, nothing will really be smooth flying.”

+3.8
Critics
76
Steam
70
Metacritic
—
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy

Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy

Release Date: Aug 27, 2026
-5.6

Latest Review

Jordan Ramée at GameSpot

Aug 28, 2026 | Score 60

“Overall, I liked Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy. I think it adds a valuable chapter to the overall mythos of the series, and manages to carve out its own identity in several places without continuing to rely on fan-favorite Amicia or the terror of contending with waves of rats.”

Critics
82
Steam
93
Metacritic
83
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy

Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy

Release Date: Aug 27, 2026

Latest review: Jordan Ramée at GameSpot

Aug 28, 2026 | Score 60

“Overall, I liked Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy. I think it adds a valuable chapter to the overall mythos of the series, and manages to carve out its own identity in several places without continuing to rely on fan-favorite Amicia or the terror of contending with waves of rats.”

-5.6
Critics
82
Steam
93
Metacritic
83
Star Wars Zero Company

Star Wars Zero Company

Release Date: Aug 27, 2026
+9.4

Latest Review

Fabio Fiorini at Videogiocare.it

Aug 29, 2026 | Score 90

“Star Wars Zero Company blends XCOM's tactical depth with Respawn's cinematic flair, delivering memorable characters and aggressive, distinctive combat — one of the best Star Wars games in years, held back only by limited enemy variety.”

Critics
87
Steam
77
Metacritic
78
Star Wars Zero Company

Star Wars Zero Company

Release Date: Aug 27, 2026

Latest review: Fabio Fiorini at Videogiocare.it

Aug 29, 2026 | Score 90

“Star Wars Zero Company blends XCOM's tactical depth with Respawn's cinematic flair, delivering memorable characters and aggressive, distinctive combat — one of the best Star Wars games in years, held back only by limited enemy variety.”

+9.4
Critics
87
Steam
77
Metacritic
78
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters

Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters

Release Date: Aug 27, 2026
+29.9

Latest Review

Chris Garcia at One More Game

Aug 28, 2026 | Score 80

“Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters is a love letter and a compelling arcade sports game for fans of the well-known series. It expands on its predecessor in meaningful ways, such as a much larger roster and deeper systems. The goalkeeper tactical battles and chain system give matches a satisfying pace, while super moves and miracle moments deliver the dramatic highs the series is known for.”

Critics
80
Steam
48
Metacritic
—
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters

Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters

Release Date: Aug 27, 2026

Latest review: Chris Garcia at One More Game

Aug 28, 2026 | Score 80

“Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters is a love letter and a compelling arcade sports game for fans of the well-known series. It expands on its predecessor in meaningful ways, such as a much larger roster and deeper systems. The goalkeeper tactical battles and chain system give matches a satisfying pace, while super moves and miracle moments deliver the dramatic highs the series is known for.”

+29.9
Critics
80
Steam
48
Metacritic
—
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2

Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2

Release Date: Aug 27, 2026
N/A

Latest Review

Rashid Sayed at GamingBolt

Aug 29, 2026 | Score 90

“Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 delivers definitive versions of two franchise classics. It looks and runs great, making it an easy recommendation for returning fans and newcomers alike.”

Critics
86
Steam
69
Metacritic
—
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2

Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2

Release Date: Aug 27, 2026

Latest review: Rashid Sayed at GamingBolt

Aug 29, 2026 | Score 90

“Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 delivers definitive versions of two franchise classics. It looks and runs great, making it an easy recommendation for returning fans and newcomers alike.”

N/A
Critics
86
Steam
69
Metacritic
—
Brigandine Abyss

Brigandine Abyss

Release Date: Aug 26, 2026
+39.2

Latest Review

A.J. Maciejewski at Video Chums

Aug 27, 2026 | Score 81

“I had a superb time with Brigandine Abyss in all of its strategic greatness on so many levels from large battles to an even larger war on top of carefully managing each one of your many combatants. Plus, there's a campaign that stars adorable fairies and that's pretty cool. ⚔️”

Critics
73
Steam
34
Metacritic
—
Brigandine Abyss

Brigandine Abyss

Release Date: Aug 26, 2026

Latest review: A.J. Maciejewski at Video Chums

Aug 27, 2026 | Score 81

“I had a superb time with Brigandine Abyss in all of its strategic greatness on so many levels from large battles to an even larger war on top of carefully managing each one of your many combatants. Plus, there's a campaign that stars adorable fairies and that's pretty cool. ⚔️”

+39.2
Critics
73
Steam
34
Metacritic
—
Blood Dungeon

Blood Dungeon

Release Date: Aug 25, 2026
-9.3

Latest Review

Oliver Shellding at WayTooManyGames

Aug 26, 2026 | Score 85

“Blood Dungeon is a fun, ridiculous cycle of enjoyable pain. The visuals and music keep your blood pumping even as it drains over the cobblestones. The weaponry is equal parts deadly and dope, and I never had a run where I was dissatisfied with the outcome. Messhof has crafted a loop that builds incrementally to a glorious crescendo of havoc, destruction and bones for everyone. There’s genuine excitement, abject stupidity and a serious sense of satisfaction when you finally get 10,000 bones for that jump enhancement.”

Critics
84
Steam
93
Metacritic
—
Blood Dungeon

Blood Dungeon

Release Date: Aug 25, 2026

Latest review: Oliver Shellding at WayTooManyGames

Aug 26, 2026 | Score 85

“Blood Dungeon is a fun, ridiculous cycle of enjoyable pain. The visuals and music keep your blood pumping even as it drains over the cobblestones. The weaponry is equal parts deadly and dope, and I never had a run where I was dissatisfied with the outcome. Messhof has crafted a loop that builds incrementally to a glorious crescendo of havoc, destruction and bones for everyone. There’s genuine excitement, abject stupidity and a serious sense of satisfaction when you finally get 10,000 bones for that jump enhancement.”

-9.3
Critics
84
Steam
93
Metacritic
—
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2

Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2

Release Date: Aug 25, 2026
+2.6

Latest Review

Chanhwi Kim at INVEN

Aug 27, 2026 | Score 65

“While Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 features visual upgrades and several improvements over its predecessor, it fails to be a highly captivating game due to unaddressed flaws, disappointing optimization, and a lack of Korean localization.”

Critics
65
Steam
62
Metacritic
—
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2

Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2

Release Date: Aug 25, 2026

Latest review: Chanhwi Kim at INVEN

Aug 27, 2026 | Score 65

“While Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 features visual upgrades and several improvements over its predecessor, it fails to be a highly captivating game due to unaddressed flaws, disappointing optimization, and a lack of Korean localization.”

+2.6
Critics
65
Steam
62
Metacritic
—
The Sorting Bureau

The Sorting Bureau

Release Date: Aug 21, 2026
N/A
Critics
—
Steam
81
Metacritic
—
The Sorting Bureau

The Sorting Bureau

Release Date: Aug 21, 2026
N/A
Critics
—
Steam
81
Metacritic
—
CICADAMATA"

CICADAMATA"

Release Date: Aug 21, 2026
N/A
Critics
—
Steam
97
Metacritic
—
CICADAMATA"

CICADAMATA"

Release Date: Aug 21, 2026
N/A
Critics
—
Steam
97
Metacritic
—
Berry Bury Berry

Berry Bury Berry

Release Date: Aug 20, 2026
-28.2

Latest Review

PS3Blog.net Staff at PS3Blog.net

Aug 28, 2026 | Score 70

“Collect berries, drop the berries in the hole, escape from the eternal darkness that will consume your soul”

Critics
70
Steam
98
Metacritic
—
Berry Bury Berry

Berry Bury Berry

Release Date: Aug 20, 2026

Latest review: PS3Blog.net Staff at PS3Blog.net

Aug 28, 2026 | Score 70

“Collect berries, drop the berries in the hole, escape from the eternal darkness that will consume your soul”

-28.2
Critics
70
Steam
98
Metacritic
—
Vacation Cafe Simulator

Vacation Cafe Simulator

Release Date: Aug 20, 2026
N/A
Critics
—
Steam
87
Metacritic
—
Vacation Cafe Simulator

Vacation Cafe Simulator

Release Date: Aug 20, 2026
N/A
Critics
—
Steam
87
Metacritic
—
How to Fish

How to Fish

Release Date: Aug 20, 2026
N/A
Critics
—
Steam
95
Metacritic
—
How to Fish

How to Fish

Release Date: Aug 20, 2026
N/A
Critics
—
Steam
95
Metacritic
—
Cozy Marbles

Cozy Marbles

Release Date: Aug 20, 2026
N/A
Critics
—
Steam
95
Metacritic
—
Cozy Marbles

Cozy Marbles

Release Date: Aug 20, 2026
N/A
Critics
—
Steam
95
Metacritic
—
LABYRINTHOS: The Depths Want You

LABYRINTHOS: The Depths Want You

Release Date: Aug 20, 2026
-26.3

Latest Review

John Rafael at NookGaming

Aug 21, 2026 | Score 60

“​LABYRINTHOS: The Depths Want You is a dark fantasy visual novel with roguelite gameplay elements that present the journey of a single man to reclaim his past. Despite what would be a long struggle against forces of Chaos and the temptations of flesh, he ascends the tower to discover more about himself, and by the end, finally reclaim his freedom. There are a lot of interesting story elements scattered around that readers can appreciate if they piece them bit by bit, but the pacing relative to the frequency of erotic content makes it a little bit hard to digest the storyline as it unfurls. It requires a lot of persistence from the reader to get through the slog of its simplistic gameplay loop to finally get to the meat of its narrative. By that point, it might be hard to say whether or not it was worth the trip. For people who are keen on reading consistently interesting dialogue, this one might not be for you. Between the lackluster gameplay and the buffet of honey pots, there are too many stopping points that break the flow for what otherwise would have been a fine dark fantasy story. But for those who like equal amounts of plot twists and curves, you might have found your next interesting pick-up. There’s a protagonist that serves as an easy self-insert, and there’s plenty of ladies to woo along the way. I highly recommend it for people who like picking up girls in dungeons without the need to make any commitments.”

Critics
60
Steam
87
Metacritic
—
LABYRINTHOS: The Depths Want You

LABYRINTHOS: The Depths Want You

Release Date: Aug 20, 2026

Latest review: John Rafael at NookGaming

Aug 21, 2026 | Score 60

“​LABYRINTHOS: The Depths Want You is a dark fantasy visual novel with roguelite gameplay elements that present the journey of a single man to reclaim his past. Despite what would be a long struggle against forces of Chaos and the temptations of flesh, he ascends the tower to discover more about himself, and by the end, finally reclaim his freedom. There are a lot of interesting story elements scattered around that readers can appreciate if they piece them bit by bit, but the pacing relative to the frequency of erotic content makes it a little bit hard to digest the storyline as it unfurls. It requires a lot of persistence from the reader to get through the slog of its simplistic gameplay loop to finally get to the meat of its narrative. By that point, it might be hard to say whether or not it was worth the trip. For people who are keen on reading consistently interesting dialogue, this one might not be for you. Between the lackluster gameplay and the buffet of honey pots, there are too many stopping points that break the flow for what otherwise would have been a fine dark fantasy story. But for those who like equal amounts of plot twists and curves, you might have found your next interesting pick-up. There’s a protagonist that serves as an easy self-insert, and there’s plenty of ladies to woo along the way. I highly recommend it for people who like picking up girls in dungeons without the need to make any commitments.”

-26.3
Critics
60
Steam
87
Metacritic
—
Theropods

Theropods

Release Date: Aug 20, 2026
-23.2

Latest Review

Tamás Marczali at AdventureGames.hu

Aug 23, 2026 | Score 70

“As the debut of a small, first-time developer, Theropods can be considered a fairly solid effort, capable of keeping players engaged for a few hours with its atmosphere, brain-teasing puzzles, and charming characters. And, of course, it’s not every day that you get to face off against prehistoric reptiles in an adventure game, which alone makes it worth giving a try. Preferably when it’s around 50% off.”

Critics
70
Steam
93
Metacritic
—
Theropods

Theropods

Release Date: Aug 20, 2026

Latest review: Tamás Marczali at AdventureGames.hu

Aug 23, 2026 | Score 70

“As the debut of a small, first-time developer, Theropods can be considered a fairly solid effort, capable of keeping players engaged for a few hours with its atmosphere, brain-teasing puzzles, and charming characters. And, of course, it’s not every day that you get to face off against prehistoric reptiles in an adventure game, which alone makes it worth giving a try. Preferably when it’s around 50% off.”

-23.2
Critics
70
Steam
93
Metacritic
—
Grim Trials

Grim Trials

Release Date: Aug 20, 2026
-9.1

Latest Review

David Cabezas at TwoHitGames

Aug 24, 2026 | Score 74

“Grim Trials combines fast-paced combat, deep customization and roguelite progression with a striking heavy metal aesthetic, delivering an addictive adventure that makes every run feel rewarding.”

Critics
82
Steam
91
Metacritic
—
Grim Trials

Grim Trials

Release Date: Aug 20, 2026

Latest review: David Cabezas at TwoHitGames

Aug 24, 2026 | Score 74

“Grim Trials combines fast-paced combat, deep customization and roguelite progression with a striking heavy metal aesthetic, delivering an addictive adventure that makes every run feel rewarding.”

-9.1
Critics
82
Steam
91
Metacritic
—
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