As the gaming world shifts into fall, September 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting months in recent memory, with a wave of highly anticipated titles dropping across all major platforms. From blockbuster sequels to fresh indie gems, players are in for a packed schedule that promises something for everyone—whether you’re into action RPGs, simulation, horror, or fast-paced shooters.
Topping the list for many gamers is Hollow Knight: Silksong, the long-awaited sequel to Team Cherry’s beloved metroidvania. Launching in early September, the game follows Hornet on her own journey through a vast, beautifully hand-drawn world filled with challenging enemies and intricate platforming. With over 200 enemy types, more than 40 bosses, and a new crafting system, Silksong is already being hailed as one of the most ambitious indie releases in years.
Another major release generating buzz is Call of Duty: Black Ops Eclipse, the latest entry in the iconic FPS franchise. Set in a near-future conflict that blurs the line between cyber warfare and traditional combat, the game introduces new multiplayer modes and a cinematic campaign. With cross-platform support and a revamped Zombies experience, Black Ops Eclipse is expected to dominate online lobbies as soon as it drops.
For RPG fans, Dragon Age: Veilbreaker is finally landing on consoles and PC this month. BioWare’s latest epic brings players back to Thedas in a darker, post-Inquisition setting. Early previews suggest the game features deep character customization, faction-based story branches, and a real-time combat system that blends strategy and spectacle. After a long development cycle, Veilbreaker could mark a much-needed return to form for the studio.
Meanwhile, sports fans can look forward to NBA 2K26, which launches just ahead of the new NBA season. With new cover athletes including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Angel Reese, the game offers updated team rosters, expanded WNBA modes, and an all-new “Legacy Era” feature that lets players rewrite basketball history through alternate timelines.
Indie and strategy lovers aren’t left out either. Moonlight Archives, a narrative-driven puzzle game with time-loop mechanics, has quietly built a strong following ahead of its launch. And for city-building enthusiasts, Terrapolis arrives with a futuristic twist, allowing players to construct massive vertical megacities while managing sustainability and political unrest.
Even the horror genre is getting a strong showing this month. Silent Hill f, Konami’s eerie return to the franchise, is expected to hit digital storefronts in the final week of September. Set in 1960s Japan, the game explores a new kind of psychological terror rooted in folklore and decay, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most disturbing entries in the series.
With such a diverse lineup, September 2025 could go down as one of the best gaming months of the decade. Whether you’re picking up a controller, a mouse and keyboard, or your favorite handheld device, there’s no shortage of reasons to stay glued to your screen this fall.
