Even with GTA 6 set to dominate November, there are still plenty of other video games worth paying attention to, including a new Nintendo remake and some nostalgic remasters.
We almost didn’t bother writing up a list for what video games to look out for in November, because GTA 6 casts such a huge shadow over the entire month and beyond.
It’s why, after September and October were jam packed with major releases like Wolverine, Gears Of War: E-Day, and Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, November’s release schedule is almost entirely dry.
Even so, the rest of the industry isn’t coming to a dead stop just because of one game. In fact, at least 58 much smaller games are sharing a date with GTA 6, because they’re targeting entirely different audiences (and because GTA 6 isn’t on PC).
It’s not just indies either. Some prominent publishers are taking advantage of how quiet November is to push their own mid-sized releases, that would have been muscled out in September or October.
So, if you’re looking for something to play in November, in addition to or instead of you-know-what, we’ve put together the most noteworthy and interesting video games coming out across consoles and PC.
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Godzilla: Destroy All Monsters Melee Remastered
PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC
One of two odd but no less welcome revisits from Atari in November, this remaster of the 2002 Godzilla fighting game is easily the best (along with its sequel) to be based on the King of the Monsters. It works not dissimilarly to the classic Power Stone and is being revamped by original developer, Pipeworks Studios.
Fully rebuilt in Unreal Engine 5, the game features a reworked unlock system that lets you choose which characters and bonuses you acquire, as well as online multiplayer; something the original lacked.
This also marks the first time PlayStation owners can play the game, as the original was only available for the Nintendo GameCube and Xbox. There’s a free demo you can try ahead of the game’s launch, which deliberately coincides with Godzilla Day.
Release date: November 3
World Of Warcraft: Forever
PC
Don’t mistake this for another expansion. World Of Warcraft: Forever is an entirely new rendition of Blizzard’s long running MMO role-player and is planned to run alongside both the current and Classic versions.
Much like World Of Warcraft: Classic, this version leans heavily on nostalgia, as it’s set during the original MMO’s first year. However, the story splits off into an alternate continuity, allowing Blizzard to expand on the land of Azeroth in whole new ways.
For example, Blizzard has already promised three new zones to explore and a new playable race, the Skyborn Elves. If you’re interested, you only need a regular World Of Warcraft subscription, which includes access to all three versions of the game.
Release date: November 4
The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time
Nintendo Switch 2
Whereas Sony and Microsoft have been keen to avoid launching any prominent exclusives in November, Nintendo is typically unperturbed and is dropping what is easily its biggest Switch 2 game of the year just two weeks before GTA 6.
The original Ocarina Of Time remains one of the best and most influential games ever made and based on our own preview session, this is shaping up to be an incredibly faithful remake.
How it will seem compared to the more open-ended modern games remains to be seen, but while Nintendo has said they won’t be returning to the classic Zelda formula with any new games this remake is the perfect way to revisit the original style of gameplay.
Release date: November 5
DreamWorks Shrek 2 Remastered
PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC
We could not tell you why this is even happening, especially when there’s not even a new Shrek movie out (yet) to ride the coattails of. But if the reactions to the announcement trailer parodying GTA 6 are anything to go by, there’s some genuine excitement for a Shrek 2 remaster.
The original was surprisingly solid for a licensed tie-in no doubt rushed to launch alongside the movie, being an action beat ‘em up you can play solo or with up to four players. Local co-op has been retained, of course, but there are options for online play and you can even mix and match.
Original publisher Activision doesn’t appear to be involved with the remaster, which is being handled by Aspyr, the same studio responsible for all those remasters of retro Star Wars games.
Release date: November 10
Warhammer Survivors
PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC
The overwhelming success of Vampire Survivors meant it was always going to see blatant copycats, but Warhammer Survivors stands out for being an officially sanctioned clone.
Development and publishing are being handled by Auroch Digital (the studio responsible for Warhammer 40,000 Boltgun), but Vampire Survivors developer poncle is credited as a partner, having lent Auroch Digital the Vampire Survivors game engine.
What’s also interesting is that Warhammer Survivors will feature characters from both the fantasy themed Age Of Sigmar and the sci-fi Warhammer 40,000 settings, which we don’t think has happened before in any other Warhammer video game.
Release date: November 10
Australia Did It: End-Of-The-World Railway Defense Business
PC
An obvious candidate for the longest video game title of the year, this is a joint project between indie studio Aesthetician Labs and acclaimed designer Rami Ismail, one of the brains behind the fantastic arcade throwback Nuclear Throne.
It’s also an intriguing blend of turn-based strategy and tower defence, as it sees you set up your units to protect precious cargo from waves of enemies before segueing into an auto battler once your train departs.
The game boasts more than 30 types of units that can be merged to create over 1,500 different combinations. We recommend at least trying the free demo available on Steam if you’re interested.
Release date: November 10
Barbie Rewind
PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC
The other Atari release of the month, this is the latest retro compilation from Digital Eclipse, who specialise in nostalgic re-releases like last year’s Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection and, more recently, Toy Story: Retro Roundup.
For something a lot of people might easily dismiss as a joke, Barbie Rewind is positively stacked with games – 17 of them, in fact – that you otherwise can’t easily play anymore, spanning the NES up to the Game Boy Advance.
This includes the first ever official release of Barbie: Vacation Adventure, which was meant to launch for the SNES and Sega Mega Drive, so it’s a win for game preservation, no matter what. Although we’re still shocked that Video Game Hall of Fame entry Barbie Fashion Designer didn’t make the cut.
Release date: November 12
Pikmin 4 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Dandori Academy
Nintendo Switch 2
A Switch 2 upgrade for Pikmin 4 felt like a long time coming, so it wasn’t too surprising to see it be announced during September’s Nintendo Direct. What was surprising is that it’s not just a performance upgrade.
Much like Super Mario Bros. Wonder’s Switch 2 port, Pikmin 4 is getting a Switch 2 exclusive side mode called Dandori Academy, which has you completing various timed challenges.
Nintendo is even setting it up like you’re going to school, with 72 of these challenges scheduled to arrive weekly, meaning you’ll have an incentive to keep coming back to Pikmin 4 for over a year.
Release date: November 12
Sonic Pico Park
PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC
There’s still no sign of a Sonic Frontiers sequel, but Sega is keeping fans fed with myriad other Sonic projects. The big one is a second year of DLC for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, but it’s also partnering with an indie studio on a much smaller release.
It’s effectively a Sonic themed version of indie hit Pico Park, a 2D puzzle platformer where up to eight players work together to gather keys so they can unlock the doors at the end of each level.
Developer TECOPARK is handling it, so there’s little risk in a drop in quality and it does incorporate Sonic mechanics and elements, like the spin dash, springs, and loop-de-loops, which make it feel like more than just a reskin.
Release date: November 12
Grand Theft Auto 6
PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S
What else is left to say? You’ve likely already secured a pre-order by the time you’re reading this and if you haven’t, it’s because you know what GTA 6 is but either aren’t interested or are waiting for the rumoured PC port.
Aside from being the long awaited sequel to GTA 5 (which was 13 years ago now), GTA 6 is aiming to be one of the most immersive and realistic games ever made, not just in terms of its graphics but its gameplay too.
It’s predicted that 1.5 million people in the US plan on taking a sick day just to play the game the moment it comes out, so the question is not whether GTA 6 will be a success, but how much of a success.
Release date: November 19
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