Games Out This Week — 10/12–10/18

Another week, another pile of new releases, apparently. For those whose hard drives haven't yet surrendered to the steady march of patches and expansions, the October 12th to 18th window offers a fresh batch of titles vying for attention. We're here to note what's on offer, starting with the one that's been making some noise.

Enshrouded

Hitting the scene this week is Enshrouded, making its debut on October 15th. This title arrives with the expectation of a significant launch, positioned as the week's leading release. For those keeping score at home, it's just another Tuesday.

The details

• Release Date: October 15th

Valor Mortis

Arriving on October 13th is Valor Mortis, a title that has caught the eye of a specific subset of players. According to tracking data, 86 individuals are currently anticipating its launch. It appears some people are ready for whatever "Valor Mortis" entails.

The details

• Release Date: October 13th
• Anticipation Count: 86 players tracking its release

Castlevania: Belmont's Curse

The long-standing tradition of new games continues with Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, scheduled for an October 15th release. With 76 players reportedly keeping a watchful eye on this one, it seems someone is eager for what's coming.

The details

• Release Date: October 15th
• Anticipation Count: 76 players tracking its release

Over the Hill

On October 14th, we'll see the arrival of Over the Hill. It's a new entry that 28 players have indicated they are looking forward to. Perhaps it’s a game about navigating questionable parking regulations. We simply report what arrives.

The details

• Release Date: October 14th
• Anticipation Count: 28 players tracking its release

Tenebris Somnia

Scheduled for release on October 16th is Tenebris Somnia. Another title garnering attention from 28 anticipating players. The name certainly sounds like a group project deadline.

The details

• Release Date: October 16th
• Anticipation Count: 28 players tracking its release

9 Kings

Kicking off the week on October 12th is 9 Kings. This particular launch has 3 players currently anticipating its arrival. That's a dedicated kingdom, if nothing else.

The details

• Release Date: October 12th
• Anticipation Count: 3 players tracking its release

Also out this week

For those seeking further digital diversions, here's a quick rundown of everything else arriving on shelves this week:

• Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 — October 14th
• Planet Zoo 2 — October 13th
• The Witch's Bakery — October 14th
• Deep Dish Dungeon — October 13th
• Burn With Me — October 12th
• Toy Story: Retro Roundup! — October 15th
• Chained Beasts — October 15th
• Hubert — October 12th
• Colorbound — October 12th
• Spy Drops Gaiden — October 12th
• Toy Story: Retro Roundup! + Toy Story 3 Complete Edition Double Pack — October 15th
• Time To Wake Up — October 12th
• My Beautiful Faraway, Please Don't Be Cruel to Me — October 13th
• Bluey's Happy Snaps — October 15th
• Dupery: A Game of Solo Deduction — October 15th
• Desolus — October 15th
• Ball Picker: Clean Up the Golf Yard — October 15th
• Haunted Heist — October 12th
• Castlevania: Belmont's Curse - Midnight Edition — October 15th
• Moonfrost — October 12th
• Alpha Nomos — October 12th
• Ghostpunk — October 12th
• Hyperfight 2 — October 12th
• Barfender — October 12th

So there it is. Another week, another set of promises from the digital storefronts. What's catching your eye, or are you still working through your backlog from the last 'biggest launch ever'?