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Top 10 Games To Look Forward To - September 2022

Top 10 Games To Look Forward To - September 2022

Written by Henry Yu on 8/29/2022 for PC   PS4   PS5   SWI   XBO   XBSX  
More On: The Last of Us No Place for Bravery Steelrising Splatoon 3 Return to Monkey Island Valkyrie Elysium Nine Noir Lives The DioField Chronicle Soulstice Isonzo Metal Hellsinger Potion Permit Moonscars Lovecraft’s Untold Stories 2 Serial Cleaners

Disclaimer: this list is not ranked in order of preference, but in order of their release date.

The Last of Us Part I 

The Last of Us Part I is the remake of the original title back in 2013 from the ground up for the PlayStation 5. As a third person action survival adventure, it follows the journey of Joel and Ellie as they cross America in search of a cure for the cordyceps virus that ravaged mankind. Naughty Dog completely overhauls the gameplay experience by incorporating modernized mechanics, improved controls, and expanded accessibility options.

The Last of Us Part I is coming to PlayStation 5 on September 2, 2022 and PC at a later date for $69.99.

Steelrising

Coming from the developers of Greedfall, Steelrising is a souls-like action role playing game set in an alternate history version of the French Revolution. King Louis XVI has unleashed a merciless army of automata and it is up to you to confront his forces in order to save history. You play as Aegis, a mechanical masterpiece created by Jacques de Vaucanson in order to serve as the Queen’s bodyguard.

Steelrising is coming to Xbox Series S|X, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam on September 8, 2022 for $49.99.

Splatoon 3 

Splatoon 3 is the latest entry in the third person shooter series that has you playing as an Inkling or Octoling. You’ll be leaving Inkopolis behind and entering the Splatlands to discover a new arsenal of weapons and abilities. Online multiplayer modes return via Turf War matches in addition to a story driven single player mode.

Splatoon 3 is coming to Nintendo Switch on September 9, 2022 for $59.99.

Isonzo

Those familiar with Verdun and Tannenberg will feel right at home with Isonzo, the newest World World One first person shooter coming from Blackmill Games. This time, the game takes you to the mountains of the Italian Front, where you will experience alpine warfare at its finest.

Isonzo is coming to Xbox One, Xbox Series S|X, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam on September 13, 2022 for $29.99.

Metal Hellsinger

Metal Hellsinger is a rhythm based first person shooter that draws heavy inspiration from BPM: Bullets Per Minute and modern DOOM. Pursue your goal of vengeance as half human half demon throughout eight levels of hell. Battle diabolical enemies, wield powerful guns, and most importantly, bang out to heavy metal music.

Metal Hellsinger is coming to Xbox Series S|X, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam on September 15, 2022 for $39.99. A free demo is available now on Steam.

Soulstice 

Two sisters are soul bound in this high fantasy hack and slash role playing game. You play as siblings Briar and Lute, as they are reborn as a Chimera, a being bound by the union of two souls. Inspired by the likes of Devil May Cry and Bayonetta, Soulstice has you exploring a dark world brimming with fast paced action combat, spectacular boss fights, and dangerous enemies.

Soulstice is coming to Xbox Series S|X, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam on September 20, 2022. A free demo is available now on Steam.

The DioField Chronicle

The DioField Chronicle is the latest tactical role playing game from Square Enix. The game features a Real Time Tactical Battle system that is defined by real-time assessment of battield field conditions. It takes place in a unique world that blends medieval fantasy with modern day influences. The Kingdom of Alletain located on DioField Island has enjoyed peace for the last 200 years, but is now cast into an age of uncertainty due to rising factions. 

The DioField Chronicle is coming to Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series S|X, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam on September 20, 2022 for $59.99. A free demo is available now on all platforms.

Potion Permit 

The newest pixel art life sim game is here with Potion Permit. Play as a chemist to gather ingredients, brew potions, and cure sicknesses in the cozy town of Moonbury. In particular the mayor’s daughter has fallen ill and you are tasked to nurture her back to health. Don’t worry, you have a cute little canine to help you along the way!

Potion Permit is coming to Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series S|X, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam on September 22, 2022. A free demo is available now on Steam.

Moonscars

Moonscars is a nonlinear 2D metroidvania that blends in souls-like gameplay. You play as a clayborne warrior known as Grey Irmam, who is seeking to find the Sculptor and unravel the mystery of her existence. Every death is a lesson learnt as you face off against relentless enemies in fast paced action packed combat.

Moonscars is coming to Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series S|X, Xbox Game Pass, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam on September 27, 2022.

Valkyrie Elysium

The latest entry in the long running Valkyrie series is here with Valkyrie Elysium. This action role playing game based on Norse mythology is a standalone adventure and requires no knowledge of the previous games. The series' signature Einherjar and combo systems are back as the titular Valkyrie attempts to save a doomed world.

Valkyrie Elysium is coming to PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 on September 29, 2022 and PC at a later date for $59.99.

Honorable Mentions

Nine Noir Lives

Nine Noir Lives is coming to PC via Steam on September 7, 2022. A free demo is available now on Steam.

Lovecraft’s Untold Stories 2

Lovecraft’s Untold Stories 2 is coming to PC via Steam on September 13, 2022. 

Return to Monkey Island 

Return to Monkey Island is coming to Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam on September 19, 2022 for $24.99.

Serial Cleaners

Serial Cleaners is coming to Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series S|X, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam on September 22, 2022.

No Place For Bravery

No Place for Bravery is coming to Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam on September 22, 2022.

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