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Poll: Vote for Your PS5 Game of the Month (October 2026)
October brought a crowded slate of PS5 releases, and a poll asks readers to choose one as Game of the Month. The vote highlights games that drew strong reviews or fan interest, alongside more divisive releases, with the winner to be decided by readers.
The article singles out console exclusive Phantom Blade Zero, which launched on 29 October to impressive reviews, as well as Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, Star Wars: Galactic Racer, Final Fantasy Resonance and Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve. Stupid Never Dies and Hellraiser: Revival also feature despite mixed critical responses. Voting closes at 00:00 BST on 5 November 2026.
In short
- Readers are voting for October’s PS5 Game of the Month.
- Phantom Blade Zero launched on 29 October.
- Voting closes at 00:00 BST on 5 November.
Explained simply
Sony’s PlayStation 5 is a games console, and new releases compete for players’ attention throughout the year. A Game of the Month poll lets readers choose which recent release they rate most highly.
October’s line-up includes games from several established series, such as Call of Duty, Castlevania, Star Wars, Final Fantasy and Ace Combat, as well as the PS5 exclusive Phantom Blade Zero. The titles vary in style and have attracted different levels of critical and fan interest.
The poll reflects readers’ preferences, which may differ from professional reviews. Its result offers a snapshot of which October release resonated most with the people who took part.
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