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August 31, 2026

The most anticipated PC game on Steam in September 2026 has been named – players are not only waiting for the new game from The Witcher 3 game director

- The Blood of Dawnwalker, an action-RPG by Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, will launch on September 3, 2026. - Onimusha: Way of the Sword will be released on September 4, 2026. - WARDOGS, a first-person shooter, is set to release on September 10, 2026. - CONTROL Resonant will debut on September 24, 2026. - Nivalis Nights, a life simulator in a cyberpunk city, will be available on September 29, 2026. - BOMBANANA! will be released on September 2, 2026. - Aniimo, an open-world RPG, is scheduled for September 16, 2026. - Graveyard Keeper 2 will launch on September 22, 2026. - Wanderburg, a roguelike adventure, will be available on September 8, 2026. - Active Matter, an extraction shooter, is set for release on September 15, 2026. - Transport Fever 3, a transport tycoon simulator, will be released on September 29, 2026. - Crimson Moon, featuring a Nephilim character, will be available on September 1, 2026.

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August 21, 2026

Gladio Mori launches on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on 16 September

Oulu, Finland, will see the full launch of Gladio Mori on September 16, 2026, after its successful Steam Early Access period. The game will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, developed by Plebeian Studio. It features unique combat mechanics that track damage through injuries rather than health bars, with a focus on strategy and precision. Players can utilize a move editor to create personalized attacks or access a community gallery for user-generated moves. The game supports online matches for up to four players and has received a Very Positive rating on Steam since its Early Access launch on November 26, 2024. Full crossplay functionality will be integrated at the full release. Plebeian Studio is a one-person development team, and the game is published by Bonus Stage Publishing, with plans for release in China by Korgi Digital.

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July 31, 2026

Valve finally gives Deadlock a proper ranked mode, warns that matches will be ‘very rocky’ to start

Valve has introduced a revamped ranked mode for Deadlock, featuring a new match balancing system aimed at enhancing the competitive experience. This update marks a significant transformation from the previous straightforward ranked mode, which allowed players to select heroes and compete for ranks. Players should prepare for an adjustment period as the community adapts to these changes. Additionally, there are indications that Valve may consider expanding access to Deadlock beyond its current invite-only format.