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Summer Game Fest 2024: Announcements and updates

08/06/2024

Major game reveals including new titles, expansions, and exciting trailers.

Summer Game Fest 2024, held on June 7th, once again wowed the gaming world with a broad spectrum of announcements. Hosted by Geoff Keighley, the event has become a must-watch for fans across genres—whether you’re into RPGs, survival horror, or indie gems, there was plenty to get excited about. Here’s a breakdown of the biggest reveals, covering fresh releases, new content, and expansions.

New Game Releases at Summer Game Fest 2024

Lego Horizon Adventures

Fans finally get to embark on the anticipated journey of Lego Horizon Adventures, coming to PS5, PC, and Switch. Featuring original voice talent from Ashley Burch, the game introduces a fun twist with characters like the hot dog man, combining seriousness and humor in true Lego fashion.

No More Room In Hell 2

Prepare yourself for a brutal challenge in No More Room In Hell 2, the sequel to the cult favorite, offering high-stakes co-op for eight players. This is a Left 4 Dead-inspired experience that ramps up the difficulty for an even more intense ride.

Harry Potter Quidditch Champions

Wands aside, it’s time to grab your broomstick as Harry Potter Quidditch Champions releases this September. Get ready to take part in thrilling online quidditch matches.

Cuffbust

Solo-developed Cuffbust is a playful co-op prison break game with a vibrant, cartoonish art style reminiscent of Nickelodeon. It brings a fun spin to the prison escape genre.

Star Wars Outlaws

Star Wars Outlaws, Ubisoft’s grand take on the Star Wars universe, promises an expansive journey through familiar and unexplored planets, set for release later this year.

Neva

From the team behind Gris comes Neva, a moving 2D adventure that’s likely to pull at the heartstrings, following in the emotional footsteps of its predecessor.

Civilization VII

Announced with a moody trailer, Civilization VII is set to continue the beloved strategy series. While gameplay details were scarce, fans know to expect deep, strategic gameplay.

Methaphor: ReFantazio

For fans of Persona, Metaphor: ReFantazio is shaping up to be a hit, releasing in October. The game maintains the signature art style and gameplay mechanics that fans adore.

Batman: Arkham Shadow

A VR-exclusive addition to the Arkham series, Batman: Arkham Shadow introduces The Rat King, with an eerie trailer backed by a Smashing Pumpkins cover song. Expect a dark, immersive dive into Gotham’s underworld.

Games With Fresh Content

Tears of Metal

This unique co-op roguelite, set in a historical fiction world, blends hack-and-slash gameplay with a distinct art style. Team up to fend off enemy hordes and defend your homeland.

Delta Force: Hawk Ops

Delta Force returns in Hawk Ops, a co-op extraction shooter with a campaign inspired by Black Hawk Down. This revival brings tactical co-op action to the forefront.

Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves

The Fatal Fury series returns, and City of the Wolves introduces new fighters, including fan-favorite B. Jenet, promising to satisfy both old and new players.

Blumhouse Games

Known for its horror films, Blumhouse gave us a rapid-fire preview of upcoming games, hinting at more eerie experiences to come.

Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind

A retro-styled beat-em-up, Rita’s Rewind mixes in unexpected first-person elements, bringing a nostalgic yet fresh take on Power Rangers.

Deer & Boy

In what looks to be an emotional rollercoaster, Deer & Boy will explore the bond between its titular characters, set to tug at the heartstrings once again.

Expansions and Updates

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2

The follow-up to the beloved medieval RPG is coming, and the new trailer offers glimpses of gameplay and story, building anticipation for another immersive adventure.

Alan Wake 2’s Night Springs DLC

Launching tomorrow, Night Springs continues the eerie saga of Alan Wake 2, leading players deeper into unsettling narrative twists.

Palworld

Palworld is getting a major expansion with a new region and additional Pals, adding even more layers to this world of creatures and survival.

Valorant

Finally, Valorant makes its console debut with a beta starting on June 14. Riot Games’ tactical shooter is gearing up to bring its strategic gunplay to a whole new audience.

New World Aeternum

Amazon’s New World is evolving into New World Aeternum, coming to consoles later this year, giving MMO fans a fresh reason to explore its expansive world.

Monster Hunter Wilds

In a stunning reveal trailer, Monster Hunter Wilds teases its 2025 release, promising more details at Gamescom.

Sonic X Shadow Generations

Fans of the blue hedgehog will be thrilled as Sonic X Shadow Generations, a remaster with new Shadow gameplay, prepares to speed onto screens.

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