Welcome back to the now notable new game releases. This week featured the release of the latest entry in the Darksiders franchise, Darksiders: Genesis, which saw the much-needed return of Joe Mad(ureira) and his other ex-Vigil coworkers (now at Airship Syndicate) to the series. Other reasons to be excited about this game (as if that wasn't enough by itself) include the fact that this game is actually a series prequel that mixes things up with a top-down, loot-focused, action RPG style, the fact that it features optional two-player co-op this time around, or the fact that it finally introduces Strife, the long-awaited gun-toting fourth horseman, to the franchise.

Also out just recently, Steam versions of Halo - The Master Chief Collection and Red Dead Redemption II, and a Switch version of the scary-as-hell (but in a good way) Alien: Isolation. Fight through Hell and back, then jump past the break to see more new releases from the last three weeks.

We're back for the second week in a row, with more new releases. Although to be quite honest, it was a little hard to find enough noteworthy releases from just this past week. We really kinda had to stretch a bit near the bottom. That being the case, perhaps we were a touch overzealous when we said we would do this every week going forward. We will try, certainly, but depending on the quantity of quality releases from week to week, it may realistically need to often be an every two or three weeks type of thing. We'll just have to see hot it goes.

At any rate, the biggest release this week without question was (EA and) Respawn Entertainment's hotly-anticipated Star Wars game, Jedi - Fallen Order. Ever since E3, we have been practically counting down the days until we could get our hands on this title. Here's hoping it's better than EA's 2017 Star Wars disaster, Battlefront II.

Also out this past week, the latest Pokemon twofer, Sword and Shield; the third entry in the Romancing SaGa...saga; and the Arcade Archive, Yie Ar Kung-Fu. Become a Jedi, then jump past the break to see more new releases from the last 7 days.

Hello 12/12 readers. For far too long now we have been much too infrequent with what was initially supposed to be weekly articles highlighting the latest new game releases on the PlayStation Store,  Nintendo eShop, and Steam. At the same time, we've been completely ignoring other great platforms like the Xbox Games Store and GOG. We would like to apologize for that. In an effort to simultaneously remedy all of these glaring issues, starting today we will be switching to a new all-encompassing article, simply titled, The Weekly New Game Releases. And, yes, we are going to try to stick to a weekly frequency this time.

For our first article in this new format, we will be covering all of the big new releases from just this past week, including the arguable highlight, NFS: Heat. Though likely very similar to its 2017 predecessor, this new Need For Speed entry does feature a few key differences such as the exclusion of loot boxes, the inclusion of Ferraris, and a brand new dynamic weather system. Plus, it's a new Need For Speed so it's got to be at least some fun to play, right?

Also out this past week, Layton's Mystery Journey for the Switch; Death Stranding for the PlayStation 4; and another River City (Ransom) game for multiple platforms. Be unruly, be expressive, then jump past the break to see these new releases, in addition to a few others that we were several weeks overdue posting about.

Well, it's still October and this month, there's an old Nintendo classic out to help get you in the holiday spirit, Vs Castlevania. The arcade-adapted version of the fantastic NES original, Vs Castlevania is essentially the same game but with a shorter time limit. If you already own the Castlevania - Anniversary Collection, Vs may not be worth your while. If you don't though, I would strongly recommend getting it. It wasn't one of the very best NES games for nothing.

Also out in the past month, a remastered version of the spooktacular 2009 Ghostbusters game; The Witcher III: Wild Hunt: and several great Dragon Quest games. "Enter at your own risk!" Jump past the break to see more new releases that have come out since 28 days earlier.

Along with last week's Xbox One hit, Gears 5, The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening (2019) represents the first of the biggest titles from this summer's Electronic Entertainment Expo to finally start being released, and fans seem like they couldn't possibly be any more excited about it. Of course, fans always get excited when we're talking about a new Zelda title, even when said title actually happens to be a remake of a remaster of a 26-year-old original Game Boy game. Though, that being said, we don't think Nintendo's ever used an art style quite so simultaneously cool and adorable before. So, perhaps the hype is justified after all.

Also out in the past three weeks, a remastered port of Final Fantasy VIII (for the first time ever on a Nintendo console); a remastered port of Castle Crashers (also for the first time on a Nintendo console), and the Arcade (Archives) version of the pretty rad Master System and TurboGrafx-16 classic, Vigilante. "Far from Hyrule with no way home." Jump past the break to see more new releases from the last 21 days.

Well, it's nearing the end of summer and we've come back just in time to give you one more New Nintendo eShop Releases before the leaves start falling on us. This week's big release is an exciting new action title from PlatinumGames. Astral Chain has you playing as an officer of the Ark, a future megacity where you must solve cases and do battle using stylish combos similar to those found in other great PlatinumGames...games. Astral Chain also features unique character designs by manga artist Masakazu Katsura.

Also out in the past two months, a widescreen port of the legendary Sega arcade classic, Space Harrier; the newest entry in Nintendo's legendary Fire Emblem series (for the first time on Switch); and the Arcade (Archives) version of the fantastic TurboGrafx-16 title, Ninja Spirit. "Two bodies fight with a single mind." Jump past the break to see more new releases from the last nine weeks.

It's Mario time! Today saw the release of one of the most anticipated Switch games of the year: Super Mario Maker 2. Sequel to the incredibly popular 2015 Wii U game (and 2016 3DS port), Super Mario Maker 2 ups the ante with an optional new theme based on Super Mario 3D World, a whole host of new features, and the addition of some very welcome multiplayer modes (because let's face it, Super Mario just isn't as super without his Super Mario Bro in tow). Just as the original was one of the best reasons to own a Wii U in 2015, Super Mario Maker 2 seems like a pretty darn compelling reason to go pick up a Switch now (assuming you didn't already own one for some reason).

Also out in the past two months, an updated console release of Sega's early '90s arcade classic, Virtua Racing; a fantastic new Legend of Zelda filled sequel to the 2015 indie darling, Crypt of the NecroDancer; and a third installment to Sega's pretty outstanding Sonic Racing series. Make together, play together, then jump past the break to see more new releases from the last nine weeks.

If you're looking for a new SteamWorld game, look no further. This week, Image & Form released the latest follow-up to their excellent SteamWorld Heist and two charming SteamWorld Dig titles, SteamWorld Quest. This time around, the robots inhabit a fantasy world where combat is fought primarily with cards. It looks pretty interesting and if the quality of their other games is anything to go by, you should probably go buy this one.

Also out in the past month, a double-dose of Final Fantasy X, the Special edition of Samurai Shodown V, and Konami's arcade classic, Time Pilot. Triumph over evil with the hand you're dealt. Jump past the break to see more new releases from the last four weeks.

The eShop Releases are back once again with the first big Nintendo exclusive of 2019, Yoshi's Crafted World. A cardboard/craft-themed follow-up to 2015's wonderful yarn-focused installment, Yoshi's Woolly World, Crafted World looks to be every bit as charming and fun as its predecessor. It even brought back the greatly-appreciated local two-player option. Sounds like must-purchase material to us. Also out in the past 3 and a half months, a sequel to Inti Creates fantastic 2017 remake of the NES classic, Blaster Master; the decades long awaited arrival of Final Fantasy VII on a Nintendo system; and an incredibly awesome port of Sega's '80s arcade phenomenon, Out Run. A new Yoshi adventure unfolds! Jump past the break to see more new releases from the last 16 weeks.