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This Week's Video Game Releases - September 2025 (Week 38)
Sep 15, 2025, 10:40 AM
Fyra Frost
New Game Releases
This weeks there are plenty of novelties to choose from but Towa's story and the Dyling Light's spin-off may catch your eye first.
The week of September 15–21, 2025, is shaping up to be a whirlwind for gamers, with a lineup that balances experimental indies, nostalgic remasters, and ambitious new adventures. Whether you’re into city-building, role-playing, or rhythm-based combat, there’s a fresh release waiting.
September 15-21 releases
Things begin on Tuesday, September 16, with two titles that lean into creativity and charm. Town to City takes the city simulator formula and challenges players to transform a humble settlement into a thriving metropolis, complete with...
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Slay the Spire 2 Early Access pushed back to March 2026
Sep 12, 2025, 12:00 PM
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
The fans of the card-based strategy hit will have to wait for longer until they can enjoy the novelties in the sequel.
The long-awaited sequel to Slay the Spire will be arriving later than expected. Developer MegaCrit announced this week that the Early Access launch of Slay the Spire 2, originally planned for late 2025, has been moved to March 2026. In a brief update shared with fans on Reddit, the studio explained that after “a lot of internal discussion,” it decided more time was needed before opening the doors to players.
Meeting the expectations
The team did not provide...
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Football Manager 26 to be released this fall
Sep 12, 2025, 10:50 AM
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
The iconic football management simulation series will be back after a two-year hiatus with a new graphics engine and more.
The wait is almost over for football management fans. Football Manager 26 will officially release on 4 November 2025 across PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Game Pass. A month later, on 4 December, the Nintendo Switch edition (FM26 Touch) will join the lineup, giving players who prefer to play on handheld platforms their own version of the game.
An enhanced experience
Football Manager 26 is much more than an updated version of the same experience. Sports Interactive has described...
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Elden Ring Nightreign raises the stakes with Deep of Night mode
Sep 11, 2025, 1:20 PM
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
If you thought the game was too easy, be prepared for a big surprise the next time you face a Nightlord.
FromSoftware has once again pushed the limits for players of Elden Ring Nightreign with the release of "Deep of Night," a new difficulty mode designed to challenge even the most experienced adventurers. This update, available now, brings a host of deadly changes, forcing players to rethink strategies and prepare for unexpected dangers.
A fearsome challenge
The Deep of Night mode transforms the game world into a far more perilous environment. Enemies are significantly stronger, often exhibiting mutated forms with new abilities or...
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Borderlands 4 release times confirmed worldwide
Sep 11, 2025, 10:30 AM
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
Everything is ready for you to travel to Kairos in a new and chaotic Borderlands adventure.
The arrival of Borderlands 4 is around the corner, and fans across the globe will be jumping into the mayhem at almost the same moment. Gearbox has confirmed that the game will launch with a coordinated worldwide release on PC, eliminating the usual staggered rollout that leaves some regions playing hours ahead of others.
A global release
On PC, via Steam and the Epic Games Store, Borderlands 4 unlocks at 9 a.m. Pacific Time on Thursday, September 11, 2025. That means players in...
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Team Cherry details Hollow Knight: Silksong's first post-launch patch
Sep 10, 2025, 1:00 PM
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
Bug fixes and minor balance changes for some bosses are the highlights of the first update for Team Cherry's metroidvania hit.
Team Cherry has rolled out the first post-launch update for Hollow Knight: Silksong, aiming to smooth out several early-game challenges and fix lingering bugs that players have reported since the game's amazing release. The patch, version 1.0.28470, is currently available as a public beta on Steam and GOG, with a full release expected in the coming week.
Not perfect but close
The 1.0.28470 update addresses a variety of technical issues, improving overall gameplay stability. Several bugs have...
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Battlefield 6 beta leaves vehicles feeling underpowered, DICE responds
Sep 10, 2025, 12:00 PM
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
DICE confirmed that vehicular combat still needs some balance touches although it won't be overpowered in any case.
The Battlefield 6 open beta has wrapped up, and while players got their first real taste of the next entry in DICE's long-running series, one topic quickly dominated community discussion: vehicles felt noticeably underwhelming. Tanks, helicopters, and jeeps in particular seemed to lack staying power, often crumbling under the sheer number of anti-armor options available on the battlefield.
Across Reddit threads and social media, many players described frustrating encounters where vehicles were destroyed almost immediately after deployment. Stationary cannons, guided...
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Borderlands 4: Day One patch and system requirements
Sep 9, 2025, 2:00 PM
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
Meeting the system requirements for Borderlands 4 will be a must if you want to enjoy an optimal experience on PC.
The highly anticipated launch of Borderlands 4 is just around the corner, and Gearbox Software has confirmed that the game will ship with a Day One patch designed to improve stability and performance on PC. While this update addresses several issues reported during early previews, such as stuttering, frame drops, and occasional crashes, it won't magically make the game run smoothly on outdated machines.
Essential Optimizations, Not Miracles
According to Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford, the update "does a lot," targeting some of...
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Final Fantasy Tactics remaster could shape the future of the series
Sep 9, 2025, 12:30 PM
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
The success of the highly-anticipated turn-based tactics game is the key to expanding the franchise in the future.
With the release of Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles just weeks away, Square Enix is putting more than nostalgia on the line. According to game director Kazutoyo Maehiro, the commercial performance of this long-awaited remaster could directly influence whether the Tactics series receives new life in the future.
A franchise with potential for more
Maehiro, who has been closely tied to the world of Ivalice since the original's launch in 1997, recently hinted that strong sales would not only validate the...
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Paradox starts adressing its Clan plan for Bloodlines II
Sep 8, 2025, 1:00 PM
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
Every step in the journey to release seems to be a struggle for Bloodlines 2. Will Paradox make it right?
Paradox Interactive has been forced into damage control following uproar over its controversial monetization strategy for Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines II. The publisher originally planned to restrict access to two vampire clans, Lasombra and Toreador, behind a paid DLC wall, but heavy backlash has now prompted full refunds for PlayStation 5 Premium Edition preorders and a pledge to revisit the content model ahead of the game's release.
Backpedaling in time?
When Paradox detailed the edition structure last month, the standard version...
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This Week's Video Game Releases - September 2025 (Week 37)
Sep 8, 2025, 12:00 PM
Fyra Frost
New Game Releases
This week brings many novelties to the gaming world, including medieval epics, sim expansions, quirky racers, and Borderlands 4.
The second week of September brings a diverse lineup of video game releases, ranging from gritty historical role-playing and large-scale strategy to lighthearted racing and indie storytelling. With major sequels, expansions, and original titles arriving across genres, players will find no shortage of new experiences to dive into.
September 8-14 releases
The week begins on September 9 with Firefighting Simulator: Ignite, a hands-on simulation that tasks players with tackling dangerous blazes using realistic tools and teamwork. The same day marks the...
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Nioh 3 gameplay reveal: Epic Takeda Shingen boss battle
Sep 5, 2025, 6:00 PM
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
Spectacular Souls-like combat continues to be one of the highlight of the iconic Nioh series.
The latest gameplay trailer for Nioh 3 has given fans an extended look at one of its most striking encounters yet, a brutal duel with the legendary warlord Takeda Shingen, also known as the “Tiger of Kai.” The footage highlights not only the intensity of the boss fight but also the direction Team Ninja is taking with this highly anticipated sequel.
The centerpiece of the new trailer, of course, is the showdown with Takeda Shingen. Presented as a towering and relentless...
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Football Manager 26: System requirements and first gameplay
Sep 5, 2025, 4:00 PM
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
Sports Interactive has presented the game's engine and revealed the system requirements to play Football Manager 26 on PC.
Developer Sports Interactive has finally lifted the curtain on Football Manager 2026, and fans now have a clear picture of what they'll need to run the game, as well as their first real look at the new match engine in action. The game is built on the foundation of the long standing football management simulation series, which has been favored by many players who looked for an alternative to the popular EA Sports FC series (previously FIFA) with a...
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Hollow Knight: Silksong Release Smashes Sales Records
Sep 4, 2025, 8:10 PM
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
As expected, the release of Hollow Knight: Silksong has caught the eye of a ludicrous number of players.
After years of speculation, delays, and mounting anticipation, Hollow Knight: Silksong has finally launched, and the internet is feeling the impact. The highly awaited sequel from Australian indie studio Team Cherry dropped today across multiple platforms, including Steam, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and GOG, instantly becoming one of the most talked-about video game releases of the year.
A launch too big for the internet to handle
Within minutes of going live, the debut of Hollow Knight: Silksong sparked widespread technical chaos. Players...
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Dying Light: The Beast PC Specs – Is Your System Ready?
Sep 3, 2025, 5:00 PM
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
Techland has opted for making the game quite accessible on the lower end but you can boost performance with the appropriate rig.
Techland has officially revealed the full PC system requirements for Dying Light: The Beast, the highly anticipated standalone spin-off in the hit zombie parkour series. Launching on September 19, 2025, the game brings back fan-favorite protagonist Kyle Crane in a darker, more cinematic adventure, complete with next-gen visuals, expanded combat, and deeper exploration.
A Game for Everyone – If You’re Ready
For PC players eager to see just how far they can push their hardware, the newly released specs outline everything...
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Play Anno 117: Pax Romana Demo Now on Steam & Ubisoft
Sep 3, 2025, 3:10 PM
Fyra Frost
Demos
Ubisoft's new take on the popular strategy series is the most ambitious yet and you can try it for free.
Ubisoft has officially released a free playable demo of its upcoming city-building and strategy title Anno 117: Pax Romana, inviting players to explore life in the Roman Empire ahead of the game’s full launch later this year. The demo became available on September 2, 2025 and will remain open until September 16, 2025, giving players two weeks to experience the highly anticipated entry in the long-running Anno franchise. It’s accessible through Steam, Ubisoft Connect, and the Epic Games Store, although Ubisoft...
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New Rayman game confirmed: Montreal and Milan take the lead
Sep 2, 2025, 4:00 PM
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
Ubisoft sparks hope in the hearts of the fans with an official confirmation: Rayman will be back.
After years of silence, Rayman fans finally have something to celebrate. Ubisoft has officially confirmed that a brand-new entry in the beloved platforming franchise is in the works. The project is being co-developed by Ubisoft Montreal and Ubisoft Milan, two studios known for bringing some of the publisher’s most creative projects to life.
The iconic plarformer series will return
The announcement came as part of Rayman’s 30th-anniversary celebrations. Loic Gounon, brand producer for the series, delivered the news in a special message...
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Hollow Knight: Silksong – Global Release Times Revealed
Sep 2, 2025, 2:00 PM
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
In just two days the fans of Hollow Knight: Silksong will finally join Hornet in an epic adventure.
The wait is finally over: Hollow Knight: Silksong is set to launch worldwide on September 4, 2025. The long-anticipated sequel from Team Cherry will be available on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch (and Switch 2), and PC, with Xbox Game Pass subscribers gaining access at no extra cost on day one.
Global release times for Hollow Knight: Silksong
Instead of a traditional midnight rollout, Team Cherry has opted for a global simultaneous release. Hollow Knight: Silksong will unlock at 7 AM Pacific...
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This Week's Video Game Releases - September 2025 (Week 36)
Sep 1, 2025, 10:00 PM
Fyra Frost
New Game Releases
Hollow Knight: Silksong is taking the spotlight this week but there are many other novelties that may catch your eye.
The first week of September 2025 is shaping up to be one of the busiest stretches of the year for gamers. From long-awaited sequels to mysterious new titles, this lineup offers something for every type of player.
September 1-7 releases
On September 2, METAL EDEN kicked things off with a bold vision of a dystopian cyberpunk future. Featuring a mix of intense combat and atmospheric storytelling, it’s already earning buzz among sci-fi fans eager for something gritty and cinematic.
September 3 added...
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Battlefield 6 drops ray tracing to focus on performance
Sep 1, 2025, 5:00 PM
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
The developers opted for offering the best stability and performance in order to boost the gameplay experience.
EA’s Battlefield 6 is breaking with recent industry trends by skipping ray tracing entirely, opting instead to deliver a smooth, high-performance experience across a wide range of hardware.
In an interview with PC Gamer, technical director Christian Buhl explained that the development team’s goal was to ensure the game runs well without leaning on advanced features like NVIDIA’s DLSS or ray tracing. "We want Battlefield 6 to run great without [DLSS], and we want to give you the option to use...
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