Published 3 September 2026
September, October, November and the final stretch of December are shaping up to be exceptionally busy for games and entertainment. Even with Grand Theft Auto 6 scheduled for November, publishers, studios and authors still have major releases and announcements competing for attention.
This RETROCADE preview rounds up the season’s notable games, films, television projects and books, with plenty for Australian players and pop-culture fans to add to their calendars.
What is on the autumn calendar?
The broader preview includes interviews, hands-on coverage and early looks at several high-profile projects. Highlights include Zach Cregger discussing Resident Evil, a new prequel to Baldur’s Gate 3, Marvel’s trilogy-closing VisionQuest and the next-generation technology behind Ace Combat 8.
There is also attention on new independent games that may not yet be familiar to a wide audience. Other featured names and properties include Friday the 13th, Steel Ball Run, The Lord of the Rings, The Simpsons, Jonah Hex, EverQuest, Gravity Falls, Godzilla and a soft, frog-like character positioned as a potential rival to Mario.
The games
For readers focused on interactive entertainment, the games section puts two projects in the spotlight.
Gears of War: E-Day
A two-hour look at Gears of War: E-Day examines its campaign and suggests that the action is delivering the forceful, fast-moving combat expected from the series.
Petit Planet
Petit Planet is presented as a new contender in the life-simulation space, with ambitions to challenge Animal Crossing for the attention of players who enjoy relaxed, character-driven worlds.
As the release calendar fills, the RETROCADE Arcade Blog is a useful place to follow more gaming news. Readers planning a dedicated setup can also compare options in the Arcade Machine Buying Guide or browse arcade machines.
More gaming and hobby coverage
The surrounding coverage also includes a Spring Tokyo City treasure-hunt location in Forza Horizon 6, along with the August 2026 PlayStation Plus games lineup, which includes Dying Light 2 and Big Walk.
Beyond video games, the wider seasonal programme looks at the biggest D&D news and announcements from Gen Con 2026. For players who prefer physical interaction, racing simulators and virtual pinball machines offer two distinct ways to bring arcade-style play into an Australian home.
A crowded season ahead
From blockbuster franchises and comic-book adaptations to emerging independent games and tabletop news, fall 2026 offers a broad mix of releases and previews. The key dates span the four months from September through the remaining autumn period in December, making this a season worth planning around.
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