Overwatch 2

October 4 (PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, PC)

After an extremely long wait, Overwatch 2 is finally coming. It will replace the original Overwatch entirely when it launches, bringing new characters, modes, and maps. Some controversial changes have long-time players worried, while others call them sorely needed.

Forspoken

October 11 (PS5, PC)

Square Enix’s upcoming action RPG is one of the biggest games left on this year’s calendar, and it’s something of a wild card. Forspoken already sparked controversy for its less-than-ideal handling of its Black female protagonist and gameplay details remain scarce.

Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope

October 20 (Switch)

A turn-based tactical game starring Mario may sound like a disaster on paper, but the first Mario + Rabbids was so good it’s getting a sequel. Movement on the battlefield is more fluid in Sparks of Hope, and combatants can bring all kinds of new gadgets and weapons to the fight.

Gotham Knights

October 25 (Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC)

A recent gameplay trailer revealed Gotham Knights’ multiplayer combat and loot system. It’s sure to get plenty of attention from fans of DC heroes and the Arkham Batman games.

Bayonetta 3

October 28 (Switch)

After years of anticipation, Bayonetta fans finally get the sequel they’ve been craving. Bayonetta 3 includes the new Naive Angel mode to make it a touch less risqué, but the series’ signature ultra-stylish gunplay remains intact.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II

October 28 (PlayStation, Xbox, PC)

The sequel to 2019’s Modern Warfare (and the second game called Modern Warfare 2) puts fan-favorite characters like Soap and Price back in action. Unlike some recent CoD games, its PC launch is landing on Steam, rather than Battle.net.