ON THIS DAY IN GAMING
October 8
The games released on this day in gaming history.
753 releases
19 Years AgoDonkey Kong Barrel Blast
WiiNorth America
Donkey Kong Barrel Blast is a racing game where the player can handle the selected character using the Wii Remote and Nunchuk, replacing the DK Bongos that initially were to be used.
13 Years AgoGas Guzzlers Extreme
PCWorldwideNorth America
Gas Guzzlers Extreme is fast, furious and armed to the teeth: lead-foot-trigger-happy shooter shifted into the 5th gear! It’s a fast-paced addictive combat racing game that features many different vehicles, weapons, upgrades, on-track bonuses as well as distinctive environments.
7 Years AgoWar Selection
PCWorldwide
This a pseudo-historical classic RTS with a Battle Royale mode, where game fraction is chosen on-the-go. Up to 62 players in one match fight on a random map.
6 Years AgoThe Uncertain: Light at the End
PCWorldwide
The Uncertain is a story-driven adventure game set in a post-apocalyptic world. Humanity disappeared from the face of the Earth and has been replaced by robots. Together with Emily, one of the survivors, you will have to witness how people try to live in a world ruled by robots.
6 Years AgoI Am Dead
SwitchPCWorldwide
I Am Dead is a charming puzzle adventure game from the creators of Hohokum and Wilmot’s Warehouse about exploring the afterlife.
5 Years AgoEnigmatis 3: The Shadow of Karkhala
SwitchNorth AmericaEurope
Enigmatis 3: The Shadow of Karkhala is the final chapter in the blockbuster trilogy, an exciting detective story rife with adventure, puzzles, and ancient mystery. Follow the trail of a demonic preacher and unravel the secrets of Karkhala Peak!
2 Years AgoLEGO Harry Potter Collection: Years 5-7
RemasterPS5Xbox Series X|SWorldwide
Based on the last three Harry Potter books and final four films, LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7 takes players through Harry Potter's heroic adventures in the Muggle and wizarding worlds.
25 Years AgoCodename: Outbreak
PCEurope
Venom. Codename: Outbreak is a tactical 3D-shooter set in the near future. Your aim is to oppose an alien invasion on Earth and protect the human race from extermination while evil parasites continue turning people into mind-killing beasts.
24 Years AgoMat Hoffman's Pro BMX 2
GameCubeWorldwide
Mat Hoffman's Pro BMX 2 is the newest game scheduled for release on Game Boy Advance under Activision's O2 brand.
22 Years AgoAthens 2004
PCEurope
With Athens 2004, you can capture all the spirit and emotion of the Olympic Games.
17 Years AgoCities XL
PCEuropeAustralia
Cities XL is a simulation game in which players can build their own cities on realistic 3D maps. Players are challenged to create the right combination of social services, employment, activities, and job opportunities for the cities' citizens.
16 Years AgoX: Beyond the Frontier
PCWorldwide
X: Beyond The Frontier is the first part in the X-Universe series of games developed by Egosoft.
12 Years AgoBedlam
PCNorth America
Bedlam is a first-person shooter based on a novel of the same name by award winning British author Christopher Brookmyre.
29 Years AgoWarlords III: Reign of Heroes
PCNorth America
Warlords III: Reign of Heroes is a turn-based strategy game set in a fantasy universe. The Selentine Empire has been overrun by undead and a number of warlords are fighting to determine who will control what remains of the world.
25 Years AgoPatrician II: Quest for Power
PCWorldwide
Sequel to the trading simulator The Patrician
16 Years AgoRival Turf!
PortWiiEuropeAustralia
Rival Turf is a cyber-punk comic-book style beat 'em up inspired by the likes of Streets of Rage and Final Fight.
16 Years AgoLost in Shadow
WiiAustralia
"Lost in Shadow" (released as "A Shadow's Tale" in Europe/Australia and as "Kage no Tou" in Japan) is a puzzle platforming video game developed for Nintendo's Wii console by Hudson Soft.
11 Years AgoSonic Dash 2: Sonic Boom
iOSWorldwide
Sonic Dash 2: Sonic Boom is an endless runner platform game released for iOS and Android, the game was soft launched in Canada and Ireland on Android on July 1, 2015 and iOS on August 18, 2015.
17 Years AgoCritter Crunch
PS3North America
Critter Crunch is an award winning, arcade-style puzzle game, starring the loveable Biggs. Using his long, sticky tongue to grab critters from vines above, he feeds them to each other until they burst, dropping tasty jewels for him to gobble up.
8 Years AgoBombing Busters
SwitchNorth America
Have a blast! Bomb oodles of nasty critters in a series of 30 wicked mazes! Defeat hellish bosses in heroic fights!
2 Years AgoLEGO Harry Potter Collection
RemasterPS5Xbox Series X|SPCWorldwide
The LEGO Harry Potter: Collection is an action-adventure compilation that combines LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1–4 and LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5–7 into a single experience.
1 Year AgoCats and Seek: Kyoto
Xbox OneXbox Series X|SWorldwide
Hi folks! In this third series, we will explore Kyoto and greet the cats there Let's play hide and seek with the cats in Kyoto!
This yearClive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival
PCPS5Xbox Series X|SSwitch 2Worldwide
Experience a new chapter in the legendary horror series like never before. Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival takes first-person action horror survival to the next level. Wield the powers of the Genesis Configuration puzzle box to survive your bargain with the infamous Pinhead.
18 Years AgoXenus 2: White Gold
PCAsia
Caribbean islands; islands full of secrets, mystery and the spirit of romance. These islands are both beautiful and lethally dangerous. Centuries ago the waters of this region were teeming with pirates and adventurers... and frankly, not much has changed since then.
Game data provided by IGDB.com. Original release dates only – not the dates of fan translations.