Mid-October’s lineup balances blockbuster scale with creative indie energy. Pokémon Legends: Z-A finally launches, bringing players to Lumiose City’s futuristic skyline, while Blood West makes its full console debut. Add in NASCAR 25, Just Dance 2026, and moody indies like Ball x Pit and Keeper, and this week has something for everyone.

Tuesday, October 14

NASCAR 25
| PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S

Just Dance 2026 Edition
| PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch

Wednesday, October 15

Ball × Pit
| PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch

Thursday, October 16

Blood West
| PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S

Pokémon Legends: Z-A
| Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2

Friday, October 17

Keeper
| PC, Xbox Series X|S

The third week of October delivers both spectacle and heart—major series entries, experimental indies, and everything in between. Whether you’re gunning for glory on the track or exploring haunted worlds, this week’s lineup has you covered.