Gamers, get ready! In the month ahead, many new game releases are expected.

The September 2025 games lineup is packed with survival horror, Metroidvanias, looter shooters, or quirky indie gems – titles that hit every corner of your wishlist, plus a few surprises you didn’t see coming.

From spine-chilling adventures to fast-paced loot hunts, it’s the perfect time to clear your schedule and dive into something new.

GameReleaseGenreDeveloperVideo
Scar-Lead Salvation 2025-05-29 Platform & Adventure Neilo Inc.
Hollow Knight Silksong 2025-09-04 Platform & Adventure Team Cherry
Hell is Us 2025-09-04 Action, Souls-like, RPG Rogue Factor
Cronos: The New Dawn 2025-09-05 Platform & Adventure Bloober Team
Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection 2025-09-09 Platform & Adventure Limited Run Games
Borderlands 4 2025-09-12 Looter-Shooter, FPS Gearbox 2K
Dying Light: The Beast 2025-09-19 Action, RPG Techland
Silent Hill f 2025-09-25 Horror, Action NeoBards Entertainment Limited
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds 2025-09-25 Racing Game, Arcade Racer SEGA

Trails in the Sky: 1st Chapter

Release date:September 1, 2025

September 1 starts strong with a true classic – Trails in the Sky: 1st Chapter returns, giving JRPG fans plenty to celebrate.

Promotional Trailer - Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter | Source: GungHo

With its rich story, lovable characters, and deep turn-based combat, this iconic title invites players to join Estelle and Joshua on a heartfelt journey through the Liberl Kingdom. While the exact release details are still TBD, the excitement is already building. It’s a great way to kick off the month and revisit one of the genre’s most memorable adventures.

Scar-Lead Salvation

Release date:September 2, 2025

September 2 brings Scar-Lead Salvation to Xbox Series X/S – a sci-fi bullet-hell shooter packed with chaos and challenge.

Scar-Lead Salvation | Gameplay Trailer | Source: Idea Factory International

You play as Willow Martin, a soldier with no memory, trapped in a deadly facility full of mechanical threats. Each procedurally generated level offers a fresh fight, and every death means starting over. With fast-paced combat, powerful gear, and a mysterious AI ally, this game delivers intense survival action and nonstop discovery.

Hollow Knight: Silksong

Release date:September 4, 2025

September 4 brings a huge release – Hollow Knight: Silksong finally launches on PC, Switch, Switch 2, PS4, PS5, and Xbox.

Hollow Knight: Silksong - Release Trailer | Source: Team Cherry

As one of the most anticipated indie games 2025, this long-awaited Metroidvania sequel puts you in control of Hornet, a fast and skilled warrior exploring the eerie kingdom of Pharloom. With over 200 enemies, 40 bosses, and new abilities to unlock, the adventure is bigger, tougher, and more intense than ever. Dive into a stunning world filled with mystery and danger.

Hell is Us

Release date:September 4, 2025

Hell is Us stands out among the PC games September has to offer.

Hell Is Us - Official Story Trailer | Source: IGN

This dark action-adventure unfolds in a war-torn land twisted by supernatural forces. As Rémi, a peacekeeper searching for answers, you’ll face deadly Hollow Walkers and uncover the mystery behind the Calamity. Without a map or quest markers, the game challenges you to trust your instincts, explore freely, and survive in a world full of danger – coming to PC and consoles.

Cronos: The New Dawn

Release date:September 4-5, 2025

September 4–5 brings Cronos: The New Dawn to PC and consoles, offering a tense survival horror set in a future reshaped by a strange event called The Change.

Cronos: The New Dawn - Official 'A New Breed Of Horror' Trailer | gamescom 2025 | Source: Bloober Team

As a Traveler for the secretive Collective, you’ll explore time rifts, battle terrifying Orphans, and uncover hidden truths. With no map or quest markers, the game focuses on instinct, exploration, and survival in a haunting world of retro-futuristic tech and eerie atmosphere.

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Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection

Release date:September 9, 2025

Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection launches September 9 on PS5, Xbox, Switch, and PC.

Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection Release Date Trailer | Source: Atari

This retro platformer bundle revives the iconic ’90s mascot with several classic Bubsy games, updated for modern systems. Expect fast-paced action, quirky humor, and bonus content like interviews and rare materials – a nostalgic treat for longtime fans and newcomers alike.

Borderlands 4

Release date:September 12, 2025

Borderlands 4 launch hits PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC on September 12, bringing players to the chaotic planet of Kairos.

Borderlands 4 - Official Gameplay Trailer | State of Play 2025 | Source: IGN

This looter shooter introduces new Vault Hunters, wild abilities, and a grounded story packed with sharp humour. Get ready for intense combat, endless loot, and deep character builds in true Borderlands style.

LEGO Voyagers

Release date:September 15, 2025

LEGO Voyagers lands September 15 on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch.

LEGO Voyagers | Reveal Trailer | Source: Lego

This creative puzzle adventure lets two players team up – locally or online – to explore brick-built worlds and solve wordless challenges. With a free Friend’s Pass and a focus on teamwork and imagination, it’s a heartfelt journey for all ages.

Skate

Release date:September 16, 2025

Skate returns September 16 in free-to-play early access on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox.

skate. | Early Access Release Date Trailer | Source: skate. YouTube channel

Set in San Vansterdam, this open-world skateboarding game features wild tricks, social online play, cross-platform support, and creative tools like Quick Drop and Replay Editor. Built for community and style, it’s more than skating – it’s a shared ride.

Strange Antiquities

Release date:September 17, 2025

Strange Antiquities arrives September 17 on Nintendo Switch, offering a gothic, story-driven adventure.

Strange Antiquities – Announcement Trailer – Nintendo Switch | Source: Nintendo of America

Play as a young Thaumaturge managing a candlelit shop of magical artifacts in the eerie town of Undermere. Solve puzzles, help locals, and uncover secrets in this slow-paced mystery full of atmosphere.

Dying Light: The Beast

Release date:September 19, 2025

Dying Light: The Beast launches on September 19, 2025 for PS5, Xbox, and PC.

Dying Light: The Beast — Gameplay Premiere Trailer | Source: Dying Light YouTube channel

This horror-action game takes players into a dark, dangerous world full of terrifying creatures and intense combat. With fast movement, brutal fights, and a deep story, you must survive the night and uncover the truth behind the Beast. It’s perfect for fans of scary adventures and fast-paced action.

Marathon

Release date:September 23, 2025

Marathon arrives September 23, 2025 on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.

Marathon | Gameplay Reveal Trailer | Source: Marathon YouTube channel

This sci-fi shooter throws players into a mysterious world where quick reflexes and smart tactics lead to victory. Expect high-energy battles, futuristic gear, and online competition designed for fast-paced action fans.

Silent Hill f

Release date:September 25, 2025

Silent Hill f releases on September 25, 2025 for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC.

Silent Hill f - Gamescom Story Trailer | Source: IGN

This psychological horror game takes players into a haunting world filled with fear, mystery, and disturbing secrets. Set in 1960s Japan, the story explores deep emotions and strange events as you try to survive and uncover the truth. As part of the best horror games lineup this year, it offers a chilling, story-driven experience that stays with you long after the credits roll.

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds

Release date:September 25, 2025

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds speeds onto Switch, PS5, Xbox, and PC on September 25, 2025.

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds - Summer Game Fest Trailer | Source: Sonic the Hedgehog YouTube channel

This fast-paced kart racing game brings Sonic and friends into wild new tracks across different worlds. Players can race solo or compete online, using special moves and power-ups to win. It’s a fun and colourful ride for fans of action and speed.

Agatha Christie: Death on the Nile

Release date:September 25, 2025

Agatha Christie: Death on the Nile comes to Nintendo Switch on September 25, 2025.

Agatha Christie - Death on the Nile - Gameplay Trailer | PS5 Games | Source: PlayStation

In this detective visual novel, you follow Hercule Poirot and Jane Royce as they solve a murder during a cruise in 1970s Egypt. Players collect clues, talk to suspects, and work through puzzles in a stylish mystery full of unexpected twists.

NBA Bounce

Release date:September 26, 2025

NBA Bounce launches on all major consoles on September 26, 2025.

NBA BOUNCE – Gameplay Reveal Trailer – Nintendo Switch | Source: Nintendo of America

This fun sports game features 3-on-3 basketball matches where players control NBA mascots on colorful courts. Simple controls, team play, and different game modes like Season and Party make it easy to enjoy for all ages.

Conclusion

September 2025 isn’t just stacked – it’s a full-on celebration of gaming. Over 15 major releases are dropping across every platform, including a wave of upcoming PS5 titles that push boundaries and redefine genres. Each one bursts with fresh energy, bold ideas, and unforgettable moments. If you’re ready to level up your playlist, this is the month that rewrites the rules and delivers pure joy, one epic launch at a time.