October’s here, and that means your wallet’s in danger. Every major publisher is throwing games at you like it’s a Steam sale with no brakes. Some of these titles look like straight fire; others are just glorified trailers hiding trash-tier gameplay. So here it is: the Top 5 Games to Watch in October 2025 — zero fluff, all real talk.
- 5. Once Upon a Katamari (October 24)
- 4. NASCAR 25 (October 14)
- 3. Ghost of Yōtei (October 2)
- 2. The Outer Worlds 2 (October 29)
- 1. Battlefield 6 (October 10)
- Honorable Mention: Arc Raiders (October 30)
- Final Word
5. Once Upon a Katamari (October 24)
The dumbass sticky ball is back, and honestly? We’re here for it. Once Upon a Katamari rolls into your life on October 24th with its signature chaos: roll crap up, grow your ball, and eventually absorb entire cities like a cosmic raccoon with a hoarding problem.
But here’s the real question: is this just a nostalgia reskin with shinier pixels? Or is Namco actually bringing new mechanics to the table? Either way, expect cows, cars, and probably your roommate to get sucked into your ever-growing nightmare sphere. Dumb fun done right — hopefully.
4. NASCAR 25 (October 14)
Sim-heads, rev your engines. NASCAR 25 is shaping up to be the most detailed, sweat-dripping stock car simulator yet. We’re talking full licenses, laser-scanned tracks, career modes deep enough to lose a weekend in.
But let’s not kid ourselves: it’s still driving in circles. Very fast, very loud, very expensive circles. If you live for tight turns, online rivalries, and yelling “CLEAR!” into your headset, this is your game. If not? There’s plenty else to burn your cash on this month.
3. Ghost of Yōtei (October 2)
Sequel to the beloved Ghost of Tsushima, Ghost of Yōtei takes the formula up a snowy mountain — literally. You play Atsu, slicing your way through the Yōtei Six (tell me that doesn’t sound like a metal band) in a frostbitten tale of vengeance.
Expect cinematic swordplay, stealth kills that feel like choreographed poetry, and enough snowfall to make you crave hot ramen. If it’s just Tsushima with a snow mod? Yawn. But if they evolve the combat and storytelling? This could be a PS5 banger.
2. The Outer Worlds 2 (October 29)
Obsidian’s back to roast capitalism and blast bad guys across the galaxy. The Outer Worlds 2 promises more satirical space drama, deeper choice-driven narratives, and hopefully fewer bugs — but don’t hold your breath on that last one.
The first game nailed the balance between Fallout-style RPG systems and absurd corporate dystopia. If this sequel hits the same notes (with better polish), it might just outshine Starfield’s galactic snoozefest. Expect laughs, laser rifles, and at least three crash-to-desktop moments per session. Still worth it.
1. Battlefield 6 (October 10)
Here we go again. EA claims Battlefield 6 is “the one” — the comeback tour, the redemption arc, the big bang. Think bigger maps, tighter netcode, and classic Battlefield chaos dialed to 11.
But here’s the deal: will it actually work on launch day? Or are we in for another highlight reel of ragdoll physics, broken guns, and lobby disconnects? Battlefield has the potential to dominate, but it’s been one step forward, two server crashes back for years now. High risk, high reward — and a lot of explosions either way.
Honorable Mention: Arc Raiders (October 30)
An extraction shooter with co-op vibes, sleek visuals, and PvPvE action. Could be your next squad obsession — or just another corpse on the battle royale heap. Watch this one closely.
Final Word
October 2025 is stacked: Katamari’s goofy chaos, NASCAR’s sweaty sim life, frozen samurai drama, satirical space capitalism, and Battlefield’s Hail Mary.
Pick of the month? The Outer Worlds 2 — because nothing beats morally gray RPG choices seasoned with dark humor and just enough jank to keep things spicy.
What’s your most-hyped game this month? Which one’s getting hard-passed like a broken cutscene? Sound off in the comments.
