The heat is slowly losing ground, and with it, the lull in the gaming industry. In addition to fresh releases, September will bring a lot of re-releases, ports, and major additions to the hits of previous years. Fans of the strategy genre should be especially happy. We are going to tell you about the most interesting games in our selection of games for September 2024.
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Genre: Action, Multiplayer
Date: September 03
Platform: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One
Fans were disappointed that Hogwarts Legacy did not include Quidditch. Instead, Warner Bros. has prepared a separate game for the most popular sport in the Harry Potter universe. Immerse yourself in the world of Quidditch and play as your favorite characters, including Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and others. From training matches to fierce battles in the most famous arenas in the World Cup.
Matches are played in 6v6 teams, but there can only be three live players in a team. In this case, one player takes control of two characters. There are no microtransactions in the game, and Quidditch Champions has been available as a PS Plus subscription since its release. The first reviews on Steam have a rating of «Mixed».
Genre: Adventure, Horror
Date: September 03
Platform: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|SThe Casting of Frank Stone is an interactive movie by Supermassive Games (Until Dawn, The Dark Pictures Anthology), which is part of the Dead by Daylight universe. A group of young people are trying to investigate the past of Frank Stone, whose terrible shadow is deeply embedded in the Cedar Hills. As in the studio’s previous games, each player’s decision will affect the fate of the main characters.
Genre: RTS
Date: September 04
Platform: PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One (Game Pass)
The cult RTS of the early 2000s is back in a completely updated form. The game has multiplayer and co-op, but if you prefer to play alone, Age of Mythology will offer more than 50 missions in the storyline campaign. The game is made by the authors of Age of Empires, but this time you will have to choose your gods from the Greek, Scandinavian, Egyptian, and Atlantic pantheons. And next to the people in the army are monsters from myths and legends.
The game has received very favorable reviews on Steam from those who have played it in early access.
Genre: Sports, Simulation
Date: September 04
Platform: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One, Switch
NBA is back, and with it the classic modes Play Now, MyNBA, The W, and others. Compared to the previous installment, the game has not received many changes. For example, in MyPLAYER and MyCAREER modes, Legendary Badges (talents) will be awarded after reaching the maximum level, and endurance will be gained during training in the gym.
Genre: Action, Platformer
Date: September 06
Platform: PS5
The series began as a free demo of the PlayStation console’s capabilities and after several iterations, including for VR, finally received a full-fledged big game. More than 50 levels are full of fun, dangers, and surprises. Dozens of unique mechanics involving DualSense capabilities that will bring joy to all Playstation fans and beyond.
Genre: Racing, Simulation
Date: September 12
Platform: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch
After several postponements, the long-awaited Test Drive Unlimited revival will finally reach players in mid-September. Like the previous installments of the Solar Crown subseries, it offers racing in the open world — this time it is the island of Hong Kong recreated on a 1:1 scale. The game features cars from more than 30 manufacturers, including classic models dating back to the 1960s.
Genre: Tournament
Date: September 13-15
Platform: Twitch, Youtube
This year, the largest tournament for one of the most popular games in Ukraine and the world will take place in Copenhagen. Sixteen teams will compete for the Aegis of Champions. The prize fund has already exceeded $2 million. Unfortunately, this year Ukrainian teams did not qualify for the championship.
Genre: RPG, Souls-like
Date: September 19
Platform: PC, PS5
The developers define their game as a souls-like set in a sunlit land inspired by Italian folklore and full of dangers. As in the case of Lies of P, the developers are trying to surprise not only with interesting settings in which the world has turned into an endless performance, but also with the gameplay. The protagonist is free from «director», defeating opponents, can transform into their images by adopting their abilities.
According to the developers, the version for Xbox Series is almost ready, but they have been waiting for a response from Xbox for more than two months to further place the game and certify it. For this reason, the release on Microsoft consoles has an indefinite date.
Genre: Simulation, Strategy
Date: September 20
Platform: PC
It’s been 30 years since a snowstorm destroyed the Earth, turning it into a harsh icy wasteland. For the sake of survival, humanity gathered in the City, began to equip and develop it. In the sequel, the scale has increased, and now the city is divided into entire districts to meet the different needs of citizens: industrial, scientific, and others. But in order for our race not to become extinct, we need to make hard decisions and live with their consequences.
Genre: Action, RPG
Date: September 24
Platform: PC
GreedFall II is now available for early access. The game is a prequel, and the events take place three years before the original GreedFall. The protagonist is taught and brought to the Ancient Continent, whose pleasant nature and architecture hides a rotten society ruled by murderers, kidnappers, and oppressors. It is in our power to help the people of this land survive and to prevent our lands from a similar fate.
Genre: Strategy
Date: September 24
Platform: PC (Game Pass)
Ara: History Untold is a strategy game in which we guide humanity to the pinnacle of civilization by developing culture, diplomacy, and conquering new lands. The mood of the people will be affected by disease and being in peace or war. The game features numerous biomes, a non-linear development tree, national crafts, and asynchronous multiplayer.
Genre: Sports, Simulation
Date: September 27
Platform: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One, Switch
After the loss of the FIFA trademark, the series of football simulators from EA has not lost its popularity. The new installment of EA Sports FC debuts «Rush 5 on 5» for mini-football in Football Ultimate Team, Clubs, and Quick Matches modes. A team of five players is managed by three players.
Also this month, a lot of add-ons, ports, and re-releases are coming out Star Wars Jedi: Survivor will finally reach last-gen consoles on September 17. The developers promise that they have done a thorough job of optimizing the game. On the same day Final Fantasy XVI will be released on a PC.
Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP, which was originally intended to be a full-fledged remake, but eventually decided to focus on its remaster, was released on PC, Switch, and past and present generation consoles on September 12. Kratos and Atreus will be coming to PC with the release of God of War Ragnarok September 12. 19. On the same day, the following will be released Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster, which looks more like a full-fledged remake. The zombie action game is coming to PC and current-gen consoles. Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed — the cult game of Warren Spector will be released on all modern platforms on September 24.
A major story and content expansion for Mortal Kombat 1 — Khaos Reigns will be released on September 24. The story of the expansion will continue the history of the multiverse, and the main antagonist will be Titan Gavik.
Todd Howard promises to release a major addition to Starfield every year. This year, on September 30, the first — Shattered Space. The expansion will take you to the home planet of the House of Va’Ruun.