Top 5 games to play in October 2025:Ghost of Yotei, Pokémon Legends Z-A and more
October 2025 is turning into one of the most exciting months for gamers this year. With big launches landing across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2, players have no shortage of fresh titles to explore. From cinematic samurai adventures to tense horror puzzles and nostalgic monster-catching, the gaming lineup feels like a celebration of creativity and scale.
Ghost of Yotei Set in feudal Japan, Ghost of Yotei follows the story of Atsu, a lone mercenary chasing vengeance after her family’s murder. Instead of relying on the stance mechanics of Ghost of Tsushima, this spiritual successor focuses on fluid weapon switching, stealth, and tactical precision. The world feels alive — dense forests, snowy mountains, and quiet shrines encourage exploration while every encounter adds emotional depth to Atsu’s journey.
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Battlefield 6 After a turbulent phase with Battlefield 2042, the franchise returns to its classic roots. Battlefield 6 brings back defined classes, destructible environments, and massive multiplayer battles. The single-player campaign focuses on a Marine Raider unit caught in a near-future conflict with a private military organisation. The tone is gritty, cinematic, and built around teamwork — a clear nod to what made the early games iconic.
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Little Nightmares III The third instalment of Little Nightmares pushes its signature eerie storytelling further. Players take control of two characters, Low and Alone, in a cooperative format that mixes puzzle-solving with stealth-driven horror. Every level feels like a living nightmare, filled with distorted figures, creaking floors, and surreal settings that test both reflexes and nerves.
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Pokémon Legends: Z-A Nintendo revisits the Kalos region in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, this time focusing on the vibrant Lumiose City. The game reintroduces Mega Evolutions and abandons traditional turn-based combat for a more dynamic real-time system. Exploration feels seamless and combat encounters have cinematic intensity, marking a bold step forward for the series.
Jurassic World Evolution 3 The park-management series evolves again with Jurassic World Evolution 3. Players can now breed male, female, and juvenile dinosaurs while designing parks across multiple continents. The expanded management tools allow for greater creative control, from research facilities to tourist safety measures, creating a deeper simulation experience.
