Summer Game Fest 2024: A Winner’s Circle of New Games – Top Picks to Gear Up For

The Summer Game Fest just happened on June 7th, 2024! It was a jam-packed event with lots of exciting announcements and reveals. Here’s a quick rundown of some of the best games showcased.

LEGO Horizon Adventures is an upcoming action-adventure game that is part of the Horizon series. It is a collaborative effort between Guerrilla Games and Studio Gobo, and is designed for two-player, couch co-op play on Nintendo Switch, PC, and PlayStation 5. The game is set to release during the holiday season of 2024 and offers a lighthearted, family-friendly take on the Horizon universe.

Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions is an upcoming sports video game developed by Unbroken Studios and published by Warner Bros. Games under its Portkey Games label. The game focuses on the magical sport of Quidditch, allowing players to engage in broomstick adventures and competitive multiplayer modes. A fully immersive Quidditch experience, releasing on September 3, 2024, on PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X/S.

“Star Wars Outlaws” is an upcoming action-adventure game set in the Star Wars universe, developed by Massive Entertainment and published by Ubisoft under license by Lucasfilm Games. The game is scheduled to release on August 30, 2024, for PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S.

Sid Meier’s Civilization VII is a revolutionary new chapter in the critically acclaimed and award-winning Civilization franchise. It was officially announced on June 7, 2024, and is set to launch in 2025 across various platforms, including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac, and Linux via Steam. The game is a 4X strategy game developed by Firaxis Games, the same team behind the Civilization and XCOM franchises.

Black Myth: Wukong is an upcoming action role-playing game developed and published by Game Science. It is based on the classical 16th-century Chinese novel “Journey to the West” and is set to be released on August 20, 2024, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is an upcoming third-person shooter hack-n-slash video game developed by Saber Interactive and published by Focus Entertainment. It is a sequel to the 2011 game Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine.

Palworld Sakurajima update is a significant content patch that brings numerous new features and enhancements to the game. Overall, the Sakurajima update promises to be a substantial overhaul, bringing a fresh new island, new Pals, and a range of new features to enhance the Palworld experience.

Batman: Arkham Shadow VR is a new entry in the Batman: Arkham franchise, but with a VR twist!  Exclusively available for Meta Quest 3, the game puts you right in the shoes (and cape) of the Dark Knight. Batman: Arkham Shadow VR is set to be released in late 2024, so get ready to become the World’s Greatest Detective in VR!

Delta Force: Hawk Ops is the latest installment in the classic Delta Force series of first-person tactical shooters. Developed by the creators of the original Delta Force games, Hawk Ops is a free-to-play title that promises to deliver the ultimate test of skill and strategy for fans of the genre.

Once Human is a multiplayer open-world survival game set in a post-apocalyptic future. Players must unite with friends to fight against monstrous enemies and uncover the secrets of the wasteland. The game features various factions, including Rosetta, Blackfell, Vulture, Guerilla, and Mayfly, each with their unique characteristics and roles in the game.

Phantom Blade Zero is an upcoming action game that has garnered significant attention due to its impressive combat and stylish visuals. Overall, Phantom Blade Zero is generating significant excitement among gamers due to its visually stunning combat and the involvement of experienced action choreographers.

Mecha BREAK is a multiplayer mech game developed by Seasun Games. It features customizable mechs and offers three distinct game modes: 3v3 Arena, 6v6 Battlefield, and PvEvP for up to 60 players. The game will be available on PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PS5.

Dune: Awakening combines elements of survival games (gathering resources, crafting, building) with a large-scale online multiplayer world. You’ll encounter other players, form alliances or rivalries, and vie for control of Spice, the valuable resource found only on Arrakis. The world is said to be vast and full of dangers, from giant sandworms to the harsh desert environment itself. There is no official release date yet, but the developers have been releasing trailers and information leading up to a potential 2024 release.

The First Descendant is a cooperative looter shooter game developed by NEXON Games and published by Nexon. It combines RPG elements with third-person shooter combat and features beautiful visuals and unique characters in a sci-fi setting. The game is powered by Unreal Engine 5 and includes online co-op multiplayer capabilities. The game is set to release on July 2, 2024 on consoles and PC platforms.

These are some of the best games showcased during the Summer Games Fest 2024 event and you can visit the official website for complete list of games showcased. 

Summer Game Fest 2024: Hits and Misses

Summer Game Fest 2024 wrapped up with a mixed bag of
announcements. Here’s a breakdown:

The Good:

• Big
  Reveals: While Geoff Keighley cautioned against super high
  expectations, some heavy hitters landed. Civilization 7’s reveal sent
  shivers down strategy fans’ spines, and the co-op Lego Horizon Adventures
  promises a delightful twist on a beloved franchise.
• Indie
  Gems: The show wasn’t just AAA titles. Indie devs got their shine too,
  with intriguing projects like No More Room in Hell 2 (spiritual successor
  to Left 4 Dead) and the gorgeous Neva catching eyes.
• Diversity:
  From the frantic beat-em-up Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind to the serene
  platformer Neva, the showcase offered something for a wide range of gamer
  tastes.

The Not-So-Good:

• Lack
  of Blockbusters: Some viewers felt the show lacked the star power of
  past years. We didn’t see the next big titles from Sony, Microsoft, or
  Nintendo.
• Mobile
  Games and Indies? While indies deserve attention, some fans felt the
  show leaned too heavily on them and mobile game promotions, which didn’t
  quite match the hype.

Overall:

Summer Game Fest 2024 wasn’t a slam dunk, but it wasn’t a
total miss either. It offered a decent mix of reveals, with some exciting prospects
for the future. Keep an eye out for upcoming showcases from individual
publishers – they might hold the true blockbusters.