This week, starting October 15, from the stage of history to the dark expanses of undiscovered space there is plenty to play. A new entry from an indie developer that made a huge impact on the industry and it’s time for blocky bad guys to take centre stage.

So let’s jump in and have a look at what’s coming out this week.

Starlink: Battle for Atlas  |  16/10/18

Genre: Pilot
Platforms: PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One
Developer: Ubisoft
Publisher: Ubisoft

Game description:

“Mix and match pilots, ships, wings, and weapons to fully customize your dream starship. Instantly see changes that you make to your physical ship get applied in-game. Build your own playstyle with unique pilot abilities and weapon configurations to overcome deadly challenges.” – [source]

Warriors Orochi 4  |  16/10/18

Genre: Action
Platforms: PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch
Developer: Koei Tecmo
Publisher: Koei Tecmo

Game description:

“WARRIORS OROCHI 4 stars heroes from the DYNASTY WARRIORS and SAMURAI WARRIORS series. 170 playable characters, new magic elements and an all new story enhance the latest entry in this exciting tactical action series.” – [source]

LEGO DC Super-Villains  |  17/10/18

Genre: Adventure
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PC, Xbox One
Developer: TT Games
Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment

Game description:

“It’s good to be bad… Embark on an all-new DC/LEGO® adventure by becoming the best villain the universe has seen. Players will create and play as an all-new super-villain throughout the game, unleashing mischievous antics and wreaking havoc in an action-packed story.” – [source]

SINNER: Sacrifice for Redemption  |  18/10/18

Genre: Action
Platforms: Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4
Developer: DARK STAR
Publisher: Another Indie

Game description:

“Sinner: Sacrifice for Redemption is a boss battler action-RPG. Face eight abhorrent bosses, the first seven each based on one of the deadly sins. Before each epic clash, you must sacrifice a stat and level down to enter combat. Each fight will be tougher than the last as you wage war against sin itself.” – [source]

Kieren loved getting hands on with SINNER: Sacrifice for Redemption at PAX Aus 2017, be sure to check out his thoughts.

Return of the Obra Dinn   |  19/10/18

Genre: Narrative
Platforms: PC
Developer: Lucas Pope
Publisher: 3909 LLC

Game description:

“In 1802, the merchant ship Obra Dinn set out from London for the Orient with over 200 tons of trade goods. Six months later it hadn’t met its rendezvous point at the Cape of Good Hope and was declared lost at sea.” – [source]

Soul Calibur VI  |  19/10/18

Genre: Fighter
Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC
Developer: BANDAI NAMCO
Publisher: BANDAI NAMCO

Game description:

“Bring more than your fists to the fight! Featuring all-new battle mechanics and characters, SOULCALIBUR VI marks a new era of the historic franchise. Welcome back to the stage of history!” – [source]

Our top pick of the week?

What new titles are you most excited for this week? Be sure to let us know!