Get ready, gamers! As summer winds down, September 2025 is shaping up to be an incredible month for new game releases. Here are five titles you need to keep on your radar, all coming out this month.
Hollow Knight: Silksong
Release Date: 4th September 2025
The highly anticipated sequel to the critically acclaimed action-adventure game, Hollow Knight: Silksong, will finally allow you to step into the shoes of Hornet, princess-protector of Hallownest, as you embark on a new journey to explore a vast, haunted kingdom. Your adventure will take you to Pharloom, a brand-new world teeming with over 150 new enemies, new challenges, and a new cast of vibrant characters. Hornet’s playstyle is far more acrobatic and fluid than the Knight’s, introducing fast-paced combat and a new crafting system for tools. The game is set to release on 4th September 2025.
Borderlands 4
Release Date: 12th September 2025
Prepare for more mayhem as the iconic looter-shooter franchise returns with Borderlands 4. This time, players will be thrust into a brand-new adventure on the dangerous planet of Kairos, with a new team of Vault Hunters and an outrageous arsenal of weaponry. The game promises a seamless, open-ended world with no loading screens between its four distinct regions, from the serene hills of the Fadefields to the frigid peaks of the Terminus Range. With new characters like the siren Vex and the Gravitar Harlowe, this installment is set to deliver the classic, over-the-top action and humor the series is known for. Get ready to lock, load, and loot on 12th September 2025.
Dying Light: The Beast
Release Date: 19th September 2025
Originally planned as DLC for Dying Light 2, Dying Light: The Beast has evolved into a full-fledged standalone game that brings back the original game’s protagonist, Kyle Crane. This new survival horror experience focuses on a more shooting-heavy, action-packed gameplay style, as you fight to survive a new zombie outbreak with more firepower than ever before. Set in the rural, forested valley of Castor Woods, the game aims to recapture the terrifying atmosphere of the first title. After a previous delay, the game is set to launch on 19th September 2025.
Silent Hill F
Release Date: 25th September 2025
The long-dormant Silent Hill franchise is back with a new mainline entry, Silent Hill F that takes the horror to a new location and time. Set in 1960s Japan, this psychological horror game is developed by NeoBards Entertainment with a story written by famed visual novel creator Ryukishi07. The game introduces a hauntingly beautiful aesthetic where the world is slowly consumed by flora and decay, giving the horror a grotesque yet elegant visual style. With a new setting and unique artistic direction, Silent Hill F promises a fresh take on the series’ classic themes of internal conflict and dread. The game will be available to play starting 19th September 2025.
EA Sports FC 26
Release Date: 26th September 2025
The latest installment in EA’s football simulation series, EA Sports FC 26, brings the beautiful game to life with new features, updated squads, and enhanced gameplay. This year, the game introduces a new gameplay distinction between “Competitive” and “Authentic” modes, tailoring the experience for either online play or a more realistic offline experience. The game also features significant improvements to dribbling, player physics, and a revamped Ultimate Team with new live events and a streamlined qualification system for Champions mode. The full game officially launches on 26th September 2025, but fans can get early access on 19th September.
September 2025 is shaping up to be an incredible month for gamers, offering something for every type of player. From long-awaited sequels to new adventures, these five titles prove that the gaming industry is showing no signs of slowing down. Get ready to dive into some truly memorable experiences.