So you spent the summer hunting down enemies in PUBG or splatting the turf in Splatoon 2; but as the seasons change and the fall gaming lineup starts to rev it’s engine, September has got some games that will be making a big splash in the gaming world.
From Destiny 2 to NBA 2K18, September will be supplying gamers with fresh experiences and new game worlds to inhabit. Whether you’re ready to fight 2v2 in Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite or just looking for a retro experience in Cuphead, these are the games you need to keep your eye on in September 2017.
Destiny 2
Developer: Bungie
Publisher: Activision
Platform: Playstation 4, Xbox One, PC
Release Date: September 6th, 2017
Refining the game play from the first Destiny game, developer Bungie has finally crafted the vision they saw for the franchise with Destiny 2. By fully fleshing out the planets that gamers will explore and addressing many issues players had with the original, Destiny 2 will be taking the world by storm when it launches this September 6th on Playstation 4 and Xbox One. PC gamers will have to wait for until October 24th for the shooter to drop on Blizzard’s Battle.net
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Pro Evolution Soccer 2018
Developer: PES Productions
Publisher: Konami
Platform: Playstation 4, Playstation 3, Xbox One, Xbox 360, PC
Release Date: September 12th, 2017
Konami returns to the sports genre again this year with Pro Evolution Soccer (PES) 2018! Nabbing exclusive rights to David Beckham and once again with the Barcelona FC, PES 2018 will give players lifelike game play and graphics to live out their soccer fantasies. PES 2018 will feature myClub, Master League and Career Mode game modes as well as online league play. Grab Pro Evolution Soccer 2018 when it launches September 14th on Playstation 4, Xbox One and PC!
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Metroid: Samus Returns
Developer: Nintendo/MercurySteam
Publisher: Nintendo
Platform: Nintendo 3DS
Release Date: September 15th, 2017
Nintendo finally gives their fans the title they have been begging for years for with, Metroid: Samus Returns. The Nintendo 3DS exclusive title will be a full fledged remake of the NES’ Metroid 2 and will feature new weapons and new parts of the map. Adding color and depth (thanks to the 3DS’ 3D slider) to the title, fans of the series will be able to experience Samus’ isolating adventure on the go wherever they go. Grab the title on September 15th on the Nintendo 3DS.
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NBA Live 18
Developer: Electronic Arts
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Platform: Playstation 4, Xbox One
Release Date: September 15th, 2017
EA Sports tries to reclaim the basketball game title and revive their basketball series with NBA Live 18. Featuring a new game mode, The One, where your custom character goes through two different story lines. One, “The Streets”, follows your character as he becomes a Street Court superstar. The second, “The League”, follows your characters’ career through the NBA. Also, for the first time in a game WNBA teams will appear to play in the game as well as full online support for the title.
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NBA 2K18
Developer: Visual Concepts
Publisher: 2K Studios
Platform: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC
Release Date: September 22nd, 2017
2K returns to the courts this year with NBA 2K18 and if the trailers have any indication, this will be the best title yet. Featuring a brand new story mode which has you playing as a former player who tries to make a comeback and graphics that exceed all previous NBA 2K games, NBA 2K18 will be the game to be playing on campus this fall. Also, 16 new classic teams and All-Star teams will be added to the game allowing player to make the matches of their dreams. Releasing on September 19th for Playstation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC.
Pre-Order now to get access to the Early Tip-Off Weekend which gives players access to the full game four days before the release date, September 15th!
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Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite
Developer: Capcom
Publisher: Capcom
Platform: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC
Release Date: September 19th, 2017
Capcom brings the next iteration of their frantic mash-up fighting series to the Playstation 4, Xbox One and PC this September 19th with, Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite! Combining classic Marvel Universe characters with the fun and funky Capcom roster, this 2 on 2 fighting game will be your go to game to settle some beef and take on your friends! Featuring favorite fighters such as: Spider-Man, Chun Li, Iron Man, and many more Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite will be a worthy contender this fall.
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Project Cars 2
Developer: Slightly Mad Studios
Publisher: Bandai Namco
Platform: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC
Release Date: September 22nd, 2017
Developed by Slightly Mad Studios, Project Cars 2 plans to take on the racing genre by returning to the scene in this hotly anticipated sequel. Pushing consoles with near life like graphics, Project Cars 2 will feature some of the hottest cars from Porsche, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Jaguar, and many more. The game will come with full online capabilities, with developers looking for a spot in E-Sports racing leagues, and added support for PS4 Pro when it launches on September 22nd!
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Pokken Tournament DX
Developer: The Pokemon Company/Bandai Namco
Publisher: Nintendo
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Release Date: September 22nd, 2017
Nintendo brings the Pokemon franchise to the Nintendo Switch with a remastered version of 2015’s Pokken Tournament in Pokken Tournament DX. Made to utilize the Switch’s on-the-go capabilities, this fighting game (akin to the Tekken franchise) pits two Pokemon to duke it out in an arena. Having Pikachu and Charizard battle has never been this fun!
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FIFA 18
Developer: EA Sports
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Platform: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC
Release Date: September 29th, 2017
Powered by EA’s incredible Frostbite engine, FIFA 18 returns and it is better than ever! Launching across all major consoles, EA is making sure soccer fans across the globe can play as their favorite teams whenever and wherever… yes FIFA 18 is also making its way to the Nintendo Switch! Allowing players to play FIFA on the go will bring soccer fans closer than ever before.
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Cuphead
Developer: Studio MDHR
Publisher: Microsoft
Platform: Xbox One
Release Date: September 29th, 2017
Finally releasing after spending years in development, Cuphead brings back the days of hand drawn cartoon in this new exclusive for the Xbox One. Inspired by the frantic and unexpected nature of cartoons of yesterday, Cuphead‘s platforming game play also takes its cues from games like Contra to combine a tough, hectic, and beautiful game that begs to be played.