Video game industry prepares for major October 2026 release cycle

The video game industry is set for a major release cycle in October 2026, featuring high-budget titles across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2 platforms.

Key upcoming releases include Gears of War: E-Day, developed by The Coalition and distributed by Microsoft, which debuts on October 6. Activision is scheduled to release Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on October 23, with the single-player campaign becoming available for digital pre-orders on October 16.

Other notable titles include Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve from Bandai Namco, launching on October 2, and Phantom Blade Zero. The month also features various remasters and collections, such as Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered, Kingdom Hearts I-III Collection, and Ghost of Yotei – Complete Edition.