Highest-Rated Games Launched in September

Explore some of the most critically acclaimed video games that have historically debuted in the month of September, setting high standards for quality and innovation.

The top 3

1. Top Metascore for Recent September Release: Hades II, an action RPG, achieved a Metascore of 95 upon its September 2025 release, making it one of the highest-rated titles of the year.
2. Critically Acclaimed RPG with September Debut: Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age - Definitive Edition, a beloved JRPG, was released in September 2019, captivating players with its charming world and engaging story.
3. Iconic Open-World Action-Adventure September Launch: Grand Theft Auto V, a groundbreaking open-world action-adventure title, made its highly anticipated debut in September 2013, becoming one of the best-selling video games of all time.

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