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Top 50 Games Trends in October

From 4K Display Arcade Games to Battle-Royale Racing Games

— October 28, 2023 — Tech
From cinematic adventure games to AI-enhanced drawing games, the top October 2023 gaming trends explore unique crossovers and cutting-edge technologies.

The convergence of video games and entertainment media is apparent and exemplified by popular video games that are being adapted into animated series. Conversely, reality TV shows and movies are now being transformed into interactive video games, allowing players to step into the shoes of contestants and characters to make decisions that shape their destiny, blurring the lines between passive viewing and active participation.

Another notable trend in October 2023 gaming is the infusion of AI into classic board games and metaverses. While board games are getting a high-tech makeover as AI-powered opponents provide dynamic and challenging gameplay experiences, metaverses are leveraging AI to offer players the opportunity to interact with characters from their favorite franchises in an authentic, one-on-one manner, creating newfound levels of immersion that expand the boundaries of traditional gaming.
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Indian Collegiate Esports Events
Indian Collegiate Esports Events
Skyesports and MOGO Host a Premier Collegiate Esports Event
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Army-Based Strategy Games
Army-Based Strategy Games
Chucklefish is Back with a Sequel to the 'Wargroove' Strategy RPG
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Royally Hued Gaming Controllers
Royally Hued Gaming Controllers
The Xbox Wireless Controller Astral Purple Has Contrasting Colors
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Comprehensive Console Updates
Comprehensive Console Updates
Sony's Latest Update to the PS5 Adds Accessibility Features
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Maturely Demure Gaming Consoles
Maturely Demure Gaming Consoles
The Xbox 1TB Series S Carbon Black Has the Quick Resume Function
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Grandiose Esports Conferences
Grandiose Esports Conferences
American Universities are Uniting to Join the Big Esports Conference
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Convention-Enabled Esports Tournaments
Convention-Enabled Esports Tournaments
Call of Duty's Championship Will Air at DreamHack Atlanta
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Cartoon-Inspired Animated Games
Cartoon-Inspired Animated Games
The Rugrats: Adventures in Gameland Game Nods to the 90s
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39
Smartphone Game Feature Expansions
Smartphone Game Feature Expansions
Apple's iPhone Event Announced its Upcoming Game Launches
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Vibrant Celebratory Gaming Consoles
Vibrant Celebratory Gaming Consoles
The Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Red Edition is Sleek
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Earth-Inspired Gaming Accessories
Earth-Inspired Gaming Accessories
The Sony PlayStation Deep Earth Collection is Eye-Catching
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Esports Wellness Platforms
Esports Wellness Platforms
Ninja Labs and Vivior Launch the 4SIGHT Wellness Platform
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Gaming-Focused Modern GPUs
Gaming-Focused Modern GPUs
AMD Brought its 7800 XT to Market, Targetting 1440p Gaming
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Battle-Royale Racing Games
Battle-Royale Racing Games
Nintendo Announced 'F-Zero 99' as its Latest Switch Online Title
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Messaging App-Based Games
Messaging App-Based Games
BetConstruct Launches a New Telegram Application for In-App Gaming
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Classic Platforming Game Sequels
Classic Platforming Game Sequels
Nintendo Announced 'Mario vs. Donkey Kong' Inspired by GBA Games
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Inclusive Accessibility-Focused Tournaments
Inclusive Accessibility-Focused Tournaments
Ghost Gaming Hosts the 'Adaptive Gaming Cup'
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Powerful White-Colored GPUs
Powerful White-Colored GPUs
MSI Launched its New RTX 4070 Model in an All-White Colorway
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Gamer-Targeted Credit Cards
Gamer-Targeted Credit Cards
Xbox Unveils 'The Xbox Mastercard' Credit Card for Gaming Enthusiasts
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Comprehensive Crypto Casinos
Comprehensive Crypto Casinos
CasinoFans is a New Crypto Gambling Platform for Casino Fans
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Platforming Game Spin-Offs
Platforming Game Spin-Offs
Nintendo Announced 'Princess Peach: Showtime' Focusing on the Character
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Crowdfunded Japanese Role-Playing Games
Crowdfunded Japanese Role-Playing Games
Eiyuden Chronicle is Coming in 2024 from 505 Games
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Adventure Game-Adapted Animations
Adventure Game-Adapted Animations
Stray is Being Adapted as an Animated Movie by Annapurna
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Multiplayer Arcade-Style Racers
Multiplayer Arcade-Style Racers
Aquiris is Bringing Horizon Chase 2 to Nintendo Switch Today
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Expanded Video Game Stories
Expanded Video Game Stories
Nintendo is Expanding the World of Splatoon with 'Side Order'
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Digital Comical Independent Games
Digital Comical Independent Games
The Baby Steps Game is Looking at a Summer 2024 Launch
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Updated Sci-Fi Strategy Games
Updated Sci-Fi Strategy Games
Hoyoverse Released the Third Major Update for Honkai: Star Rail
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Real-Time Sci-Fi Strategy Games
Real-Time Sci-Fi Strategy Games
Dune: Spice Wars Has Players Battling for Control of Arrakis
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Cinematic Adventure Games
Cinematic Adventure Games
Riot Forge Showcased 'Song of Nunu' at Today's Nintendo Direct
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Relaxed Interactive Mobile Games
Relaxed Interactive Mobile Games
Nintendo and Niantic Join Forces on the Pikmin Finder Game
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Remastered Fan-Favorite RPGs
Remastered Fan-Favorite RPGs
Nintendo is Bringing Back the Critically-Acclaimed Paper Mario Title
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Cookie Action Mobile Games
Cookie Action Mobile Games
Devsisters Released a New Game in the 'CookieRun' Franchise
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Popular Branded Farming Games
Popular Branded Farming Games
Riot Games Announced a League of Legends Farming Title 'Bandle Tale'
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Detachable Controller Gaming Handhelds
Detachable Controller Gaming Handhelds
The Pimax Portal QLED Plays Everything on Android and VR
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Functional Collectible Figurines
Functional Collectible Figurines
Nintendo Showcased New 'Tears of the Kingdom' Amiibo
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Fantastical Computer Game Drops
Fantastical Computer Game Drops
Larian Studios Presents the Baldur's Gate III Game Launch
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At-Home Gameshow Slot Machines
At-Home Gameshow Slot Machines
The Arcade1Up Wheel Of Fortune Casinocade Deluxe Has Four Games
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Modernized Nostalgic Gaming Consoles
Modernized Nostalgic Gaming Consoles
The Atari Gamestation Pro Features More Than 200 Games
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Digitized Board Game Consoles
Digitized Board Game Consoles
This Smartphone-Controlled System Displays Board Games On Your TV
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Reality Show-Inspired Games
Reality Show-Inspired Games
Netflix Unveils the Love is Blind Game Ahead of New Season
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Metaverse Dating Platforms
Metaverse Dating Platforms
RDC 2023 Shared a Vision for the Future of Dating and Roblox
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Crystalline Handheld Gaming Devices
Crystalline Handheld Gaming Devices
The Analogue Pocket: Transparent Limited Editions are Stylish
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4K Display Arcade Games
4K Display Arcade Games
The AtGames Legends 4KP Digital Pinball Machine Has Virtual Design
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AI Chat Metaverses
AI Chat Metaverses
Hello Kitty Seven Wonders Lets Fans Chat with Hello Kitty via ChatGPT
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2.5D Platforming Game Sequels
2.5D Platforming Game Sequels
Ubisoft's Latest Prince of Persia Game Follows The Forgotten Sands
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Portable Folded Gaming Chairs
Portable Folded Gaming Chairs
Logitech G and Playseat Presents the Playseat Challenge X
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AI Drawing Games
AI Drawing Games
Pictionary Vs. AI is a Board Game Played with Artificial Intelligence
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