Another jam-packed week in gaming has delivered showcases, surprise launches, and some big hardware news. From Sonyβs State of Play to new Xbox titles and Rocket Leagueβs latest crossover, plus the reveal of the Asus ROG Xbox Ally preorder prices, hereβs everything you need to know.
PlayStation State of Play (September 2025)
Sony kicked off the week with its latest State of Play. Running just over 35 minutes, the show revealed Saros from the team behind Returnal, confirmed Microsoft Flight Simulator is heading to PS5, and gave fans a deeper look at Marvelβs Wolverine. Smaller indie updates and third-party announcements rounded out a strong showing ahead of the holiday season.
Xbox & Tokyo Game Show Announcements
Meanwhile, Xbox joined the Tokyo Game Show spotlight, bringing fresh reveals and updates. Highlights included Hotel Barcelona from the creators of No More Heroes, Gun Grave G.O.R.E Blood Heat, Double Dragon Revive (due October 23), and Sudden Strike 5 (launching in 2026). Fans also got extended looks at Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake, Animo, and even new content updates for Fallout 76.
Silent Hill f, Sonic Racing, and More Xbox Releases
If youβre looking for games to play right now, this week brought some big launches. Silent Hill f finally released, bringing psychological horror to modern platforms. Racing fans can dive into Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, while football fans can kick off in EA Sports FC 26. Add to that Sworn and Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac, and itβs a stacked release schedule across Xbox and PC.
Rocket League Γ Sonic the Hedgehog
Psyonix and Sega have teamed up for a special Rocket League event. Running from September 23 to October 7, the crossover includes themed quests, unique cosmetics, and a brand-new βSonic Spinβ mode. Itβs a fun shake-up for fans of both franchises and a limited-time event you wonβt want to miss.
Asus ROG Xbox Ally Preorders Go Live
The long-rumored ROG Xbox Ally handheld is now official, and preorders have opened worldwide. UK pricing lands at Β£499.99 for the base model and Β£799.99 for the higher-end Ally X. Globally, the devices are priced at $599.99 and $999.99 respectively, with launch set for October 16, 2025. Preorders are available through the Microsoft Store, ASUS eShop, and select retail partners. With Xbox Game Pass integration out of the box, itβs positioned as a powerful portable option for console and PC gamers alike.
PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct Incoming
PC fans should mark their calendars for September 28, when the PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct will broadcast at 5 PM BST. Promising more than 30 games, the showcase will feature trailers, developer interviews, and world premieres from publishers like Annapurna Interactive, Devolver Digital, and Ubisoft. With Tokyo Game Show buzz at its peak, expect some big surprises.
Industry Spotlight: Pixels to Policy
Away from the games themselves, the European industry launched its βPixels to Policyβ campaign, designed to highlight gamingβs growing cultural and economic impact across the region. The initiative aims to show policymakers how gaming is driving not just entertainment, but also education, creativity, and job creation.
Whatβs Next?
The next few weeks are loaded with must-play titles. Fans are still counting down to Borderlands 4, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles. Whether youβre on PlayStation, Xbox, PC, or Switch, nowβs the time to clear your backlog and get ready β the autumn release wave is officially here.
Thatβs it for this weekβs roundup β check back soon as we keep track of the biggest stories and reveals in gaming.
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