The exciting September 2024 games lineup is buzzing with an epic adventure featuring an adorable robot, a princess saving the land of Hyrule for the first time, and the “beautiful game” gracing our consoles yet again. There is an indie standout as well from the famed publisher Devolver Digital.
Astro Bot (PS5)
Publisher: PlayStationDeveloper: Team AsobiPrice: $59.99Release Date: September 6Trailer
More than 50 joyous worlds await 3D platformer fans whenAstro Botarrives on the PS5 onSeptember 6. Developed by Team Asobi, theDualSense controller‘s haptic feedback and adaptive triggers will be heavily used as our favorite little robot Astro utilizes more than 15 new abilities. Hopefully, they all land and create impressive levels for us all to play. Additionally, there will be over 150 PlayStation heroes to find among the game’s levels as well, includingHorizon‘s Aloy,Uncharted‘s Nathan Drake, andGod of War‘s Kratos.
FC 25 (PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Switch)
Publisher: EADeveloper: EA Canada & EA RomaniaPrice: $69.99Release Date: September 27 (20th for Early Access)Trailer
EA’s juggernaut football (soccer) franchiseFCreturns for its 2025 entry. We all know what to expect from this yearly entry, but it is bringing in some new features.FC 25has a 5v5 Rush mode that pits players into a smaller pitch for more fast-paced gameplay. The game is also touting its FC IQ system, which, according to thegame’s website, “utilises a new AI model, powered by real-world data, to influence player tactics through all-new Player Roles.” you may get an idea of how this will impact gameplay whenFC 25runs on to the pitch onSeptember 27(or September 20 forEarly Access players).
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom (Switch)
Publisher: NintendoDeveloper: NintendoPrice: $59.99Release Date: September 26Trailer
The nextThe Legend of Zeldagame is upon us, but this time, it features thetitular princess as the main protagonist, not Link. You’ll be playing as Zelda, exploring Hyrule, and creating copies of objects and monsters called echoes to help her on an epic quest to save the land and Link. For example, she can copy a wooden table and stack them to create platforms. The game returns to the toy-like art style from theLink’s Awakeningremake that’s been received with a mixed response by fans. Nevertheless, we’ll be getting a unique take on theZeldaseries whenEchoes of Wisdomlaunches onSeptember 26.
The Plucky Squire (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC)
Publisher: Devolver DigitalDeveloper: All Possible FuturesPrice: $29.99Release Date: September 17Trailer
One of the year’s most promising indie titlesThe Plucky Squirefinally jumps out of the page and onto our screens onSeptember17.It’s primarily an action-adventure game that’s set inside a storybook and then into a bedroom. Our hero Jot and his pals try to save his friends from the evil Humgrump and jump between 2D and 3D plains to do so. There are a bunch of surprises that await us, including a section that’s inspired by the boxing ofPunch-Outand more. It will be exciting to see what the game’s developer All Possible Futures have in store for us.
Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
Publisher: Focus EntertainmentDeveloper: Saber InteractivePrice: $59.99Release Date: September 9Trailer
There seems to be plenty of variety this month as we’re getting a gritty sci-fi third-person shooter in September.Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2follows up the cult classic PS3-era game onSeptember 9.Developed by Saber Interactive, you’ll be hacking and slashing through Tyranids while your buddies shoot them with high-velocity rifles. There are six different classes to choose from and each has its own skills and cosmetics to unlock. There’s also going to be some PvP matches to add some spice to the action. It’s giving out majorGears of Warvibes.Crossplaywill be supported as long as you have a Prism Online Relay Services account.
Honorable mentions
There are so many September 2024 games of note, so here are some honorable mentions to consider. Your wallet may be hurting by the end of the month.
