It’s a brand-new month and that means it’s time for our monthly round up of the top five new October game releases.
Overwatch 2 – October 4th
The sequel to the successful FPS hero-shooter is set to be released on October 4th. Overwatch 2, combines everything players loved from the original, but with brand-new characters, worlds, and game modes. Explore iconic locations, such as New York City, as your battle it out in both PvE and PvP gameplay.
Official PC System Specifications:
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel Core i3 or AMD Phenom X3 8650 | Intel Core i7 or AMD Ryzen 5 |
| Memory | 8GB RAM | 8GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 600 series or AMD Radeon HD 7000 series | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or AMD R9 380 |
| Connectivity | Internet Broadband Connection required | Internet Broadband Connection required |
| Storage | 50GB available space | 30GB available space |
Our Top PC to Play Overwatch 2:
Refract Gaming Amber Pre-built PC:
Designed by our PC experts, the Refract Gaming Amber comes packed with all the hardware you need to enjoy playing Overwatch 2. This pre-built gaming PC features a selection of cherry-picked components, including an AMD Ryzen 5 7500F CPU, to deliver ultra-fast performance and smooth FPS at 1080p. Armed with an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 4060 GPU, enjoy cutting-edge graphics and photo-realistic visuals in all your favourite games.
Refract Gaming Amber
- Pre-built gaming PC
- Designed for casual gaming
- Enjoy playing Overwatch 2 at 1080p
- Includes an AMD Ryzen 5 7500F CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 GPU
- Comes with a three year warranty that covers parts and labour
Coral Island – October 11th
A brand-new farming simulator, Coral Island, releases for early access on October 11th. Work to restore a plot of overrun land into an idyllic farm full of crops and animals. Tend to your farm, explore the surrounding world, dive into the ocean, brave monster-filled caves, and build relationships with over 50 different characters. It’s all up to you!
Official PC System Specifications:
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel i3 or equivalent | Intel i7 or AMD Ryzen 1700 or equivalent |
| Memory | 6GB RAM | 16GB RAM/ |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 or equivalent | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 or equivalent |
| DirectX | Version 10 | Version 10 |
| Storage | 8GB available space | 8GB available space |
Our Top PC to Play Coral Island:
OcUK Gaming Kalis PC:
Armed with the OcUK Gaming Kalis, unlock vivid visuals and high-quality performance in Coral Islands. Equipped with an AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 GPU, enjoy effortless multitasking plus realistic lighting and shadows for an immersive gaming experience. The OcUK Gaming Kalis is a configurable PC, meaning you can customise and configure the hardware to suit your individual preferences.
OcUK Gaming Kalis
- Configurable gaming PC
- Customise and configure the hardware to suit you
- As standard comes with an AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 GPU
- Flexible storage options
Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Bloody Ties DLC – October 13th
Bloody Ties is the first official DLC for Dying Light 2: Stay Human. Set to be released on the 19th of October, embark on a brand-new journey in this first-person survival game. Step into the shoes of Aiden, and enter the Carnage Hall tournament, where every man is fighting for fortune and fame. Battle it out, uncover secrets, and discover the true story behind this gruesome tournament.
Official PC System Specifications:
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel Core i3 9100 or AMD Ryzen 3 2300X | Intel Core i5-8600K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600X |
| Memory | 8GB RAM | 16GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti or AMD Radeon RX 560 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 or AMD RX Vega 56 |
| Storage | 60GB available space | 60GB available space |
Our Top PC to Play Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Bloody Ties:
Refract Gaming Jade Pre-built PC:
A part of the Refract Gaming range, the Refract Jade comes fully equipped with cutting-edge gaming hardware. Built and tested by the OcUK team, this pre-built system has been carefully designed for those looking to enjoy mid-tier gaming and content creation. With an AMD Ryzen 7 7700 CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti GPU, you will have all the power you need to enjoy playing Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Bloody Ties. Plus, thanks to support for Real-Time Ray Tracing, experience all of those zombie hordes in terrifying photo-realistic quality.
Refract Gaming Jade
- Pre-built gaming PC
- Expertly built for mid-tier gaming
- Enjoy playing Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Bloody Ties at 1080/1440p
- Includes an AMD Ryzen 7 7700 CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti GPU
- Three year warranty included which covers parts and labour
Gotham Knights – October 21st
Batman is Dead. As a new wave of criminals infiltrates the streets of Gotham City, it’s up to the Batman Family – Batgirl, Nightwing, Red Hood, and Robin – to save the city. In Gotham Knights, you must roam the dark streets, defeat notorious villains, bring hope to the citizens and fear to the criminals, all whilst providing aid to the police force and solving hidden mysteries.
Official PC System Specifications:
At the time of writing, the official system specifications are yet to be announced. Therefore, we’ve selected one of our gaming PCs that comes packed with powerful gaming hardware, perfect for playing the latest generation of AAA titles.
Our Top PC to Play Gotham Knights:
OcUK Enigma Enthusiast PC:
A configurable PC, the OcUK Gaming Enigma Enthusiast, can be customised and configured to suit your individual preferences, gameplay styles, and favourite games. As standard, this PC is armed with an AMD Ryzen 7 5700X CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti GPU, designed to deliver premium quality performance and stunning graphics.
OcUK Gaming Enigma Enthusiast
- Configurable gaming PC
- Configure the hardware to suit your individual preferences
- As standard comes with an AMD Ryzen 7 5700X CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti GPU
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II – October 28th
A new era begins in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II. Find yourself trapped in a global conflict and reunite with the iconic Task Force 141. Embark on high-stakes tactical operations to classified missions as you strive for victory in the immersive single-player campaign.
Official PC System Specifications:
Please be advised, that these PC system specifications are the official BETA requirements.
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-3570 or AMD Ryzen 5 1600X | Intel Core i7-4770K or AMD Ryzen 7 1800X |
| Memory | 8GB RAM | 16GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 or AMD Radeon RX 470 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or AMD Radeon RX 580 |
| Storage | 25GB available space | 25GB available space |
| Additional Notes | DirectX comp sound card | DirectX comp sound card |
Our Top PC to Play Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II:
Infin8 Venomous Gaming PC:
Supporting you on the battlefield is the Infin8 Venomous PC. Inspired by legendary overclocker, ‘8Pack’, this high-end PC comes equipped with only the very best gaming hardware. With an Intel Core i7-13700K CPU, take advantage of the intelligent P- and E-cores for incredibly-smooth performance and ultra-fast speeds in gaming, streaming, and much more. Plus, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 GPU features support for AI DLSS and Real-Time Ray Tracing, so you can enjoy a truly immersive experience on the battlefield. This gaming PC is complete with a comprehensive water-cooling system and a stylish acidic green aesthetic.
Infin8 Venomous
- High-end gaming PC
- Comes with an Intel Core i7-13700K CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 GPU
- Configurable options
- Custom water cooling loop
- Stylish black and green aesthetic
What Will You Be Playing?
What new game releases will you be playing this month? Leave them in the comment section below.
PC specs are subject to change.
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Ruth Rowley
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Ruth has been with Overclockers UK for over a year and has gone on to write about everything ranging from in-depth hardware guides to monthly game releases.
Outside of writing blog posts, she can be found wrapped in a blanket with her black cat, engrossed in a book or playing life-simulation games such as The Sims, Stardew Valley, and Animal Crossing.
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