STACK #263 September 2026

PREVIEWS GAMING

THIS MONTH?

to be something to get excited about

Coming in OCTOBER

STAR WARS: GALACTIC RACER (Oct 6) NINTENDO SWITCH SPORTS RESORT (Oct 22) CALL OF DUTY: MODERN WARFARE 4 (Oct 23)

DUNE: AWAKENING RELEASE DATE: Sep 22 GENRE: Survival FORMAT: MULTIPLAYER: Yes

EA SPORTS FC 27 RELEASE DATE: Sep 25 GENRE: Sports FORMAT: MULTIPLAYER: Yes

Frank Herbert’s revered fictional world comes alive in this stunning open-world,

From street football to stadium spectacle, the latest EA Sports FC lets you shape

online survival adventure. Embark upon a perilous journey filled with political intrigue across Arrakis, using your wits to survive as you investigate missing Fremen, and rise through Atreides or Harkonnen ranks. Craft gear and vehicles, construct bases, master combat disciplines, and face gargantuan sandworms as your personal story unfolds.

your style and sharpen your skills across a raft of soccer disciplines. With updated gameplay including smarter attacks and player-focused defending, every match is heightened. Off field, build careers with a deeper Transfer Market and develop squads through Dynamic OVRs, on-field enjoy extra realism with 21,000 plus real-life players.

CONTROL RESONANT RELEASE DATE: Sep 24 GENRE: Action RPG FORMAT: MULTIPLAYER: No 2019’s Control was a blast, and this sequel promises even more thrills – and

THE WALKING DEAD: STREETS OF SURVIVAL - DELUXE EDITION RELEASE DATE: Sep 25 GENRE: Fighting FORMAT: MULTIPLAYER: No Are you up for a brutal fight for survival?

the odd familiar face. After years in FBC confinement, Dylan Faden emerges into a twisted Manhattan that’s gripped by a paranatural crisis. Tasked with stopping a reality-reshaping cosmic entity, Dylan wields growing powers, including deadly shapeshifting melee weapon the Aberrant, against the Hiss, the Mold, and other threats overrunning the city.

That’s what unfolds as you brawl through walker swarms and deadly Saviors, mastering unique abilities from Rick, Daryl, and Michonne. With dynamic environments and iconic bosses, this is a fast-paced arcade experience inspired by the series’ All Out War storyline. This Deluxe Edition packs in two weapon skins, one character skin, two extra modes, and a cool digital soundtrack.

GARFIELD: ESCAPE FROM MONDAY RELEASE DATE: Sep 24 GENRE: Platformer FORMAT: MULTIPLAYER: No If you too hate Mondays, then this game stuffed with food-fuelled fun is for you!

MINECRAFT DUNGEONS II RELEASE DATE: Sep 29 GENRE: Action adventure FORMAT: MULTIPLAYER: Yes Get ready for more awesome blocky adventures, as a new threat spreads

A spinach lasagna nightmare sends everybody’s favourite floppy feline on a frantic quest to reclaim his much-loved flavours. Playing as Garfield, chomp mountains of lasagna and lean on Jon, Odie, Arlene, and Pookie as you trundle through weird worlds, while swapping into various outfits for extra abilities – and pizazz. No, not pizzas!

chaos across two worlds in this red-hot sequel! Craft your ultimate hero and battle explosive mobs while exploring challenging new uncharted lands. Face challenges solo or with up to four players and unleash creativity with epic gear as you rise together to thwart the looming crisis in this block-tacular, action-packed co-op adventure.

SILENT HILL: TOWNFALL RELEASE DATE: Sep 24 GENRE: Survival horror FORMAT: MULTIPLAYER: No Travel back to Scotland, 1996. Simon Odell answers the call of the heavily

TRAILS IN THE SKY: 2ND CHAPTER RELEASE DATE: Sep 29 GENRE: RPG FORMAT: MULTIPLAYER: No This latest episode in the Trails series sees Joshua’s disappearance prompt

Answers: 1. Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. Henry Cavill 3. Samanosuke Akechi 4. Call of the Sea 5. 1980s 6. Marth and Roy 7. Jesse Faden 8. Fog GAME EXAM !

fogbound island town of St. Amelia, to “put things right” in this first-person spin-off entry in Konami’s legendary survival horror series. He finds himself in a world of evasion, confrontation, and twisted puzzles that reveal themselves as he gradually uncovers the truth of the town – as well as his connection to it and its inhabitants.

Estelle to set off upon a continent-wide search, as the nation of Liberl faces chaos from the sinister society of Ouroboros. As cities burn and conspiracies tighten, Estelle must fight to uncover the truth and reunite with Joshua. Look forward to expanded combat and rich side quests, while progress from the first chapter delivers some sweet bonus items.

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