The year 2023 set an unprecedented standard for video game releases, delivering genre-defining classics like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Baldur’s Gate 3. However, it was also marked by the tumultuous layoff period for gaming companies. As we step into 2024, the gaming industry appears poised for another monumental year. Despite challenges such as a contentious Game Awards ceremony and worker-led initiatives, the anticipation for new game releases is palpable. In this article, we will explore the 50 most anticipated games set to captivate gamers in 2024.
January Releases
The gaming year kicks off with Nintendo Switch’s “Another Code: Recollection,” a remastered point-and-click adventure that follows the mysterious seaside investigation of Ashley, a 13-year-old uncovering the truth about her presumably dead father. Following closely is “Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy,” a Capcom classic bringing a renovated trilogy to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Windows PC, and Xbox One.
February Releases
February promises big titles, including “Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden,” a 17th-century ghost romance by Life Is Strange developer Don’t Nod. Ubisoft’s long-anticipated pirate extravaganza, “Skull and Bones,” sets sail on February 16. Nintendo Switch welcomes back the rivalry in “Mario vs. Donkey Kong” on the same day, offering a co-op twist to the classic puzzle-platformer.
March Releases
March introduces “Princess Peach: Showtime!,” a thrilling action-adventure that marks Princess Peach’s return as the primary protagonist after almost two decades. Capcom’s “Dragon’s Dogma 2” also hits the shelves, promising to build upon the success of its predecessor with enhanced combat and a captivating open world.
February and March are also set to witness remakes, with “Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons” delivering a visually enhanced and musically enriched version of the beloved 2013 release. “Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth” emerges as the standalone second part of the three-game reimagining, featuring updated combat and graphics.
April Releases
April brings the release of “Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes,” a role-playing game and spiritual successor to the Suikoden series. The game, set to be available on various platforms, promises a rich 2.5D world and an engaging narrative.
“Braid, Anniversary Edition” arrives on April 30, offering a visually refined update to the iconic 2008 puzzle-platformer. Developer Jonathan Blow emphasizes preserving the original game’s essence while incorporating sophisticated animations and enhanced music.
June Releases
“Destiny 2: The Final Shape” hits the gaming world on June 4, introducing a new campaign, an enigmatic location called The Pale Heart, and three new Super abilities. Bungie continues to expand the Destiny 2 universe, captivating players since its free-to-play release in 2017.
August Releases
“Black Myth: Wukong,” an action-RPG based on the 16th-century Chinese novel Journey to the West, is set to launch on August 20. The game aims to delve into the layered mythology of the classic folk tale, offering players a grand and challenging landscape.
The remainder of 2024 holds a plethora of exciting releases:
A walking simulator that takes a humorous approach, guiding the protagonist through various environments.
A first-person shooter where players unleash destructive kicks alongside gunfire.
A single-player narrative adventure bursting Dead by Daylight’s heavy lore.
A turn-based grand strategy game exploring civilizations through ancient history and beyond.
The expansion of Studio Wildcard’s Ark universe, offering players a unique survival experience.
A first-person RPG set in the world of Eora, expanding on the lore of Pillars of Eternity.
A sci-fi multiplayer FPS from PlayStation Studios’ Firewalk Studios.
A cozy spinoff featuring characters from the mystical Bandle City.
A continuation of the FPS series with intense battles against alien colonists.
An online action role-playing game with sensational battles and a fairy-tale world.
A puzzle-laden Metroidvania that encourages players to embrace powerlessness in a mysterious forest.
An RPG where players explore a 2.5D open world as a shaggy kitty on a sailboat.
The first main game in Konami’s Contra series since 2019, featuring co-op combat.
A first-person platformer with exploration, puzzles, and light combat. Soar through magical sky islands, bending gravity to turn the dreamlike world upside-down.
A 4v4 third-person online shooter where players use a unique foam gun to build terrain and defend against enemies.
An action-adventure game offering a road-trip adventure across an alternate-history U.S.
A 2D action game with a morose hero on a quest for memories in a cyberpunk pixel world.
An expansion with regal and melancholic vibes from FromSoftware.
An open-world roguelite with co-op action role-playing elements, exploring procedurally generated biomes.
A multiplayer adventure featuring Funko Pop figures in a Night at the Museum-style setting.
An action role-playing game where players fight ancient gods using guns, magic, and axes.
A 2000s-style detective visual novel with alternating perspectives.
A city-survival game 30 years after a devastating apocalyptic blizzard. Face a new threat – the relentless pursuit of power within human nature.
A summer 2024 expansion introducing new areas, allies, jobs, enemies, and a level cap increase.
A cycling sim to the afterlife, where players aim to revive the last of the Ghost Bikes.
Bringing the MMO to Xbox Series X after 14 years.
An FPS blood-fest featuring the horror movie phenomenon's voice-over work.
An asymmetrical multiplayer horror experience based on the 1988 B-movie.
A mobile experience allowing players to embark on adventures between Scala ad Caelum and the real world.
An open-world farming game where players control a mech suit to farm alien crops with friends.
An interactive documentary featuring a feature documentary on game design superstar Jeff Minter and 42 game ports.
An upgraded version of the 2013 3DS game, offering ghost-hunting fun for up to four players.
An atmospheric puzzle game with captivating visuals and a haunting narrative.
A top-down tank action game with roguelike elements. Choose historical models, equip various weapons, and lead your tank club to victory!
The sequel to the 2020 godlike roguelike, featuring battles beyond the Underworld using dark sorcery.
The latest installment in the renowned JRPG series, promising a captivating narrative and innovative gameplay.
Turnip Boy returns for the quirkiest heist with the Pickled Gang. Shakedown, steal, battle, and use dark web tools to breach the Botanical Bank vaults.
Rebuild after a solar flare, grow from shelter to metropolis, lead your House to ensure life endures and strive for a future beyond survival in the New Cycle world.
Engage in battles, cultivate, construct, and collaborate with enigmatic companions known as "Pals" in this innovative multiplayer, open-world survival, and crafting experience!
The world is over. Alone underground with a friendly AI, you must mine, build, and find survivors for survival. Can you reach the surface, and what awaits you there?
Explore a neon-lit apocalypse from Golf Club Nostalgia and Highwater creators. Navigate as a hunted child through human remnants, parkouring to end-of-days tunes and survivor stories on the radio.
Explore the mysteries of the Gordian Society in Gordian Rooms 2, an escape island game. Conquer puzzles on the Isle of Lye!
Prepare yourself for the upcoming installment in the renowned series of fighting games, TEKKEN 8.
Kebab Chefs! A 4-player Co-Op restaurant game. Design your eatery, cook tasty dishes, build your menu, and dominate as the town's top kebab spot!
Welcome to Mystery City, where intrigue thrives. As the detective, it's your task to solve crimes in classic point-and-click style. Get ready for a thrilling adventure!
Embrace the Aloha Spirit in safe, social, or PvP zones. Build effortlessly, take risks in the jungle for rewards, and meet mutants and friendly vendors saying Aloha.
An action RPG based on the classic Chinese epic Journey to the West, featuring epic battles and a rich narrative.
Join forces with heroes Ichiban Kasuga and Kazuma Kiryu in a fate-driven RPG adventure spanning Japan and Hawaii.
The gaming landscape in 2024 is teeming with excitement and anticipation, offering an incredible array of experiences for players across various genres and platforms. From highly anticipated sequels to promising new IPs, the year promises to be a remarkable journey for gamers worldwide. Stay tuned for updates, reviews, and in-depth coverage as we embark on this thrilling gaming adventure together!