What Video Games Are Coming Out in September 2026?

August 24, 2026 - 13:20

September 2026 is shaping up to be one of the busiest months of the year for new releases, with a mix of long-awaited sequels, ambitious new IPs, and a few remakes that fans have been begging for. If you have a backlog, this is the month that will break it.

The biggest name on the calendar is the return of a legendary action franchise. On September 18, players will finally get their hands on the next installment in the series that defined the character-action genre. The new entry promises a deeper combat system, a more interconnected world, and a story that picks up directly after the cliffhanger ending of the last game. Early previews have been glowing, with critics praising the fluidity of the new parry mechanics and the sheer scale of the boss fights.

For those who prefer strategy and world-building, the second week of September brings a highly anticipated 4X game that has been in early access for over a year. The full release adds a new faction, a revamped diplomacy system, and a much-needed optimization pass. This is the version the developers always wanted to ship, and it shows.

On the indie side, a quirky narrative adventure about a postman delivering letters to ghosts has been generating serious word-of-mouth. It is a short, emotional experience that clocks in at around six hours, and it is expected to be a sleeper hit for anyone looking for a break from the big-budget explosions.

Finally, the month closes out with a massive open-world RPG that lets you build your own airship and recruit a crew of misfits. It has been in development for six years, and the sheer amount of player choice being advertised is staggering. Whether you are a completionist or a casual player, September has something for you. Just make sure you clear your schedule.