ON THIS DAY IN GAMING
July 9
The games released on this day in gaming history.
655 releases
26 Years Ago
This yearCall of Duty: Black Ops
PS5PS4Worldwide
Call of Duty: Black Ops is the seventh main Call of Duty game and the sequel to Call of Duty: World at War.
This yearCall of Duty: Black Ops II
PS5PS4Worldwide
Pushing the boundaries of what fans have come to expect from the record-setting entertainment franchise, Call of Duty: Black Ops II propels players into a near future, 21st Century Cold War, where technology and weapons have converged to cr…
13 Years AgoDota 2
PCMacLinuxWorldwide
Dota 2 is a multiplayer online battle arena video game and the stand-alone sequel to the Defense of the Ancients (DotA) mod. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has taken on a life of its own.
This yearWuthering Waves
Xbox Series X|SWorldwide
Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and surmount the Lament.
45 Years AgoDonkey Kong
ArcadeJapan
Donkey Kong is not only Nintendo's first real smash hit for the company, but marks the introduction for two of their most popular mascots: Mario (originally "Jumpman") and Donkey Kong.
6 Years AgoThronebreaker: The Witcher Tales
Standalone expansioniOSWorldwide
Thronebreaker is a single player role-playing game set in the world of The Witcher that combines narrative-driven exploration with unique puzzles and card battle mechanics.
11 Years AgoNever Alone: Kisima Ingitchuna
Wii UEurope
Never Alone (Kisima Ingitchuna) is an atmospheric puzzle platformer and the first game to be developed in collaboration with the Iñupiat, an Alaska Native people, drawn from a traditional story that has been shared across the generations.
11 Years AgoMario Tennis
Wii UNorth America
All of your favorite characters hit the court in a wild and wacky multiplayer tennis game from the makers of Mario Golf. Mario, Luigi, Bowser, Peach, Toad, and Donkey Kong lead off the all-star, 14-player line-up.
6 Years AgoCrossCode
SwitchPS4Xbox OneWorldwide
A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.
12 Years AgoBattle City
Wii UJapan
Battle City, also known as Tank 1990 or Tank in some pirate multicart releases, is a multi-directional shooter video game for the Family Computer produced and published in 1985 by Namco.
2 Years AgoOnce Human
PCAndroidWorldwide
Once Human is a multiplayer open-world survival game set in a strange, post-apocalyptic future. Unite with friends to fight monstrous enemies, uncover secret plots, compete for resources, and build your own territory. Once, you were merely human.
2 Years AgoThe Case of the Golden Idol
Xbox Series X|SXbox OneWorldwide
A new kind of detective game that allows you to think and investigate freely. Discover clues surrounding 12 strange and gruesome deaths and build your own theory. Pick your suspect, deduce the motive, unmask the awful truth.
17 Years AgoOverlord II
PCPS3Xbox 360Australia
Overlord II, sequel to the critically acclaimed cult hit, sees the return of the chaotic Minions and their new Dark Master.
11 Years AgoTrove
PCWorldwide
Thirsting for danger and lusting for loot? Grab your friends, hone your blades, and set off for adventure in this free-to-play action MMO. The Sun Goddess has shattered the world into infinite realms.
17 Years AgoBattlefield 1943
PS3Worldwide
Using the Frostbite engine, Battlefield 1943 takes players back to WWII. The game offers hours of 24 player multiplayer action over three classic and tropic locations; Wake Island, Guadalcanal and Iwo Jima.
6 Years AgoF1 2020
PCNorth America
F1 2020 allows you to create your F1 team for the very first time and race alongside the official teams and drivers. Alternatively, challenge your friends in new split-screen with casual race options for more relaxed racing.
23 Years AgoMidnight Club II
PCWorldwide
Midnight Club II is a racing video game developed and published by Rockstar San Diego (formerly Angel Studios). It is the first sequel to Midnight Club: Street Racing, published for the PlayStation 2, Xbox and Microsoft Windows.
16 Years AgoCrackdown 2
Xbox 360Europe
Crackdown 2 is a sandbox-style third-person shooter video game developed by Ruffian Games and published by Microsoft Game Studios. It was released on Xbox 360 in July 2010 and is a direct sequel to the 2007 video game Crackdown.
This yearAssassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced
RemakePCPS5Xbox Series X|SWorldwide
The iconic solo pirate adventure returns with Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, launching on July 9, 2026. Sail the Caribbean as Edward Kenway during the Golden Age of Piracy in this faithfully enhanced remake featuring stunning visuals, upgraded gameplay, and new content.
16 Years AgoPokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure
WiiEurope
Take control of Pikachu in Poképark, a Pokémon amusement park. Make friends with other Pokémon and enjoy the rides with them.
5 Years AgoMonster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin
SwitchPCWorldwide
Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin offers both RPG and Monster Hunter fans a unique new experience with a rich storyline featuring charming characters, challenging quests and friendly encounters with familiar monsters from the Monster Hunter series.
5 Years AgoYs IX: Monstrum Nox
SwitchEurope
While imprisoned in Balduq, Adol is cursed and becomes a Monstrum. With his newfound powers, he must stop the Grimwald Nox from consuming the city.
14 Years AgoMcPixel
PCLinuxMacWorldwide
McPixel is a save-the-day guy that you guide through 100 short challenges in an old-school point'n'click fashion. The goal in each challenge is to prevent stuff from blowing up using available tools! You have only 20 seconds to save the day! Think quick!
Game data provided by IGDB.com. Original release dates only – not the dates of fan translations.