11 underappreciated games you should buy in the Steam Autumn Sale, according to some of our biggest genre sickos
We asked 11 very particular PCG staffers what game they think everyone should buy in Steam's Autumn Sale—here's what they picked.
As we approach the end of 2026, let's review the status of Steam's top 20 most-wishlisted games. The top five games have seen some recent updates. On October 2, there was a major visual update and six new heroes introduced (including the Rat King). Additionally, Sean Murray made a No Man's Sky Cosmos video on September 9 which generated interest.
Flexus posted a detailed Q&A on October 2, but no new information was provided on pricing or release date. The game is still on track for a February release, with lore updates posted on the official site on September 21.
Games ranked 6-10 have remained unchanged since preorders opened in the summer. They are still scheduled to launch on October 28, and there is no new information regarding a closed beta or release date.
Games ranked 11-20 have not seen any new developments since their announcement in June. They are all set for a 2027 release, with some games like Dragon's Dogma 2 receiving a DLC update on October 8. The developers have been addressing player feedback in their latest internal playtest, but no specific month has been assigned to the release window.
Studio Wildcard's sequel has been quietly progressing, with regular updates in their pre-alpha version, Soulframe. The bodycam shooter is also actively hiring staff and has released a new trailer, keeping on track for a February 2027 release.
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