The year may be half over but the bulk of major video game releases in 2018 are still on the way post-summer. There's a refreshing mix of highly anticipated new titles coming this fall, like the Arkham inspired Spider-Man that will stand apart from any previous Spidey iterations. And, of course, unique new installments to beloved franchises like Fallout and Life Is Strange.

Many of the games on this list have been promised, at least according to their developers, to bring something new and fresh. Either to the genre as a whole or in of previous entries in their respective franchises. Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 will completely revamp the focus of their games by bringing multiplayer to the forefront. While Overkill's The Walking Dead offers a more character-driven zombie experience.

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With E3 2018 well behind us, confirming various leaks and offering a few new surprise announcements we can finally dig deeper into exploring The Biggest Video Games Releasing Fall 2018.

Destiny 2: Forsaken

Destiny 2 Forsaken Expansion
  • RELEASE DATE: September 4
  • PLATFORMS: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC
  • DEVELOPER: Bungie
  • PUBLISHER: Activision

There’s a bit of a catch to the Destiny 2 DLC: If gamers want to purchase Forsaken, they will be required to killed off Nathan Fillion's Cayde-6 which seems weird.

Insurgency: Sandstorm

Various characters charge into battle from Insurgency: Sandstorm
  • RELEASE DATE: September
  • PLATFORMS: PC (next year on PS4 and Xbox One)
  • DEVELOPER: New World Interactive
  • PUBLISHER: Focus Home Interactive

Insurgency was a fun, albeit punishing tactical shooter where players can't afford to be shot at. At all. The followup, Insurgency: Sandstorm builds on all of the gameplay mechanics that made the original so unique and fun, and makes it look oh so much better. Sandstorm introduces vehicles, and larger maps and new modes to them, alongside new suite of movement options and animations to traverse the environment in a more immersive way.

Spider-Man

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  • RELEASE DATE: September 7
  • PLATFORMS: PlayStation 4
  • DEVELOPER: Insomniac Games
  • PUBLISHER: Sony Interactive Entertainment

Many superhero games, especially those featuring Marvel’s beloved Peter Parker, tend to focus on the hero’s origin story. This iteration of Spider-Man promises to pick up in the middle of Spidey’s superhero career … which means he’s struggling to balance adulthood and relationships with saving his city. The game is said to have a unique (by Spider-Man standards) with elements of the Batman Arkham Asylum franchise. Peter Parker will use his Spidey sense to dodge attacks against groups of enemies along with his classic web-slinging skills. The title is intended to be an open-world experience with a brand new story without ties any comic or film iterations of the character. Are you ready to meet the new Sinister Six?

More: Our gameplay impressions of Spider-Man on PS4...

Page 2: New Forza Horizon and Life is Strange Sequels!

Life Is Strange 2

Chloe and Max walking on train tracks while embracing in Life is Strange.
  • RELEASE DATE: September 27
  • PLATFORMS: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC
  • DEVELOPER: Dontnod Entertainment
  • PUBLISHER: Square Enix Co., Ltd.

The story of a shy girl with the power to rewind time was a surprise hit when it debuted in 2015's Life is Strange. The story was emotional, the characters were relatable, and the dialogue was … well, kind of cringe-worthy but it only added to the game’s charm. Details on the story behind the second season have not yet been revealed. Fans of the franchise can expect to learn more in August. In the meantime, players can preorder the five episode game or check out the free spinoff, The Awesome Adventures of Captain Spirit.

FIFA 19

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  • RELEASE DATE: September 28
  • PLATFORMS: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Xbox One, Xbox 360, Switch, PC
  • DEVELOPER: EA Vancouver
  • PUBLISHER: EA Sports

Thanks to EA acquiring the license to portray the European Champions League in FIFA 19, this installment in the franchise will feature an entirely new, stand-alone mode that carries players through the league. EA has promised enhanced gameplay, included improved first-touch mechanics. Changes to the aesthetics of the game also promise a simpler gaming experience, with reticles aiding in defense and changes to avatars making map functions more efficient. Gamers will not only be able to create their ideal team but will have advanced options for control, being able to instruct their players with more specific orders than before.

Forza Horizon 4

Forza Horizon 4 Muddy Hill
  • RELEASE DATE: October 2
  • PLATFORMS: Xbox One, PC
  • DEVELOPER: Playground Games
  • PUBLISHER: Microsoft Studios

Similar to many current Battle Royale style games, Forza games change up track conditions and weather conditions based on season, giving players a unique gaming experience. Another special feature setting this franchise apart from many other racing games is its community experience. Rather than racing against AI vehicles, players race against other gamers. Players can customize much of their gaming experience, with options to personalize vehicles, drivers, and tracks being available to gamers. Players can play together or solo and can choose between casual or competitive races. Over 450 vehicles will be featured in Forza 4, along with a new Britain setting.

Page 3: New Assassin's Creed, Call of Duty, and Battlefield Sequels!

Assassin's Creed Odyssey

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  • RELEASE DATE: October 5
  • PLATFORMS: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC
  • DEVELOPER: Ubisoft
  • PUBLISHER: Ubisoft

Nobody was player choice, customizable characters, and conversation trees. It is currently unclear where Odyssey lands in the Assassin’s Creed timeline.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 4

Nuketown Call of Duty Black Ops 4 Free DLC
  • RELEASE DATE: October 12
  • PLATFORMS: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC
  • DEVELOPER: Treyarch, Beenox
  • PUBLISHER: Activision

Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 is taking the Call of Duty franchise in a different direction. This title will be putting a mysterious Battle Royale mode called "Matt Scronce itted the campaign mode was maybe not performing as well as the studio would have liked. So, they were not afraid to switch gears and bring the franchise’s multiplayer aspects to the forefront. Black Ops 4's Blackout mode will feature an immense map that is said to be 1,500 times larger than Call of Duty’s most popular multiplayer map, Nuketown. Confusion about DLC pricing, what Blackout actually is, and the dropping of a story has the player base a little confused but we expect to know more soon!

More: Activision Is Earning Negative Buzz With Their Black Ops 4 DLC Plans...

Battlefield V

Battlefield V Player and Plane in Grand Operations
  • RELEASE DATE: October 19
  • PLATFORMS: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC
  • DEVELOPER: EA Dice
  • PUBLISHER: Electronic Arts

Like every developer with a shooter franchise, Battlefield V is also planning to offer a Battle Royale mode but not until post-launch. The main game however brings the series back to its World War II roots with even more impressive destruction effects and visuals than ever before. This one debuts the same week as Black Ops 4 but comes with a story campaign alongside a four-player co-op mode that generates objectives and narratives for replayability. Its core multiplayer is headlined by a multi-day (in-game days) Grand Operations mode which introduces paratroopers. Better yet, no DLC expansions or season es - all new content is free to keep players together.

Page 4: Red Dead Redemtion and Hitman Seqels, and co-op The Walking Dead!

Red Dead Redemption 2

Red Dead Redemption 2 Gunslinger
  • RELEASE DATE: October 26
  • PLATFORMS: PlayStation 4, Xbox One
  • DEVELOPER: Rockstar Games
  • PUBLISHER: Rockstar Games

There seriously is not a lot of information out there about Red Dead Redemption 2 as of this time. We do know that the game will be a prequel by necessity since Red Dead Redemption ended in such a way that it was either go further back in time or explore a modern, not so Wild West. Gamers will play as a member of the Van der Linde gang, of which the first title’s main character, John Marston was a member. will not be a Battle Royale “copycat.”

More: Red Dead Redemption 2 Appears to Be Coming to PC Too...