I’ve played all the big games out this month, and these are the very best.
It’s been a huge month for gaming, with some absolutely massive releases for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and Series S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. We finally got the long-awaited Hollow Knight sequel, plus new entries in massive franchises like Borderlands and Silent Hill.
But which games are actually worth the money? I’ve played every major title that’s come out this month and have put together this list featuring some of our highest rated titles from this September.
Each and every one of them would be a fantastic choice if you’re searching for something to play, so read for my five top picks.1. Hollow Knight: Silksong
Hollow Knight: Silksong has been a long time coming, but for die-hard fans of its predecessor it’s been well worth the wait. It’s another metroidvania set in a cute little bug kingdom, but don’t let the adorable hand-drawn style visuals fool you: it’s as difficult at they come.
It brings the already excellent combat of Hollow Knight to another level with its new protagonist Hornet, who boasts increased aerial speed and much greater agility. Encounters play out like deadly dances as you bounce between strong enemies while going for tricky diagonal attacks.
Exploring its massive winding map rewards you with new upgrades, weapons, friendly non-player characters (NPCs) that you can bring into fights for a hand, and much more so if your strategy doesn’t succeed, it’s important that you take a break to explore and come back stronger.
This is vital when you go up against the many deadly bosses, highly choreographed gauntlets that put all of your skills to the test. They’re a real highlight and, while unbelievably punishing, are incredibly satisfying to master.
If you’re up for a challenge, Hollow Knight: Silksong is a must and there’s no reason not to give it a try via Xbox Game Pass if you’re not sure whether it will be for you.
Read our full Hollow Knight: Silksong review2. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
Look, I love Mario Kart World but its new open-world format left me itching for a good, old-fashioned circuit racer in the style of Mario Kart 8 — and I know that I’m not the only one. Luckily, that’s exactly where Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds comes in.
Developer Sonic Team has nailed all the basics of great arcade kart racing here, with full cross-platform play, tons of modes, and buckets of unlockable content to keep you coming back for more.
