August is a subdued month for new video game releases, particularly original titles, but features several remakes and remasters. Key releases include:
- Dawn of War: Definitive Edition launching on August 14, which consolidates all expansions and multiplayer modes, enhances textures, supports 4K resolution, and improves lighting, reflections, and modding capabilities.
- Gears of War: Reloaded releasing on August 26, featuring significant graphical enhancements, modern features like cross-play and DLSS, and an optional streamlined control scheme.
- Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar, a remake of Harvest Moon DS, set to launch on August 27, promises gameplay efficiency improvements.
- Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, releasing on August 28, is a full remake with new features like the Fox Hunt multiplayer mode and real-time wear and tear mechanics, marking Konami's first major MGS project since Hideo Kojima's departure.