As the end of 2024 approaches, the holiday season is packed with highly anticipated game releases that promise a thrilling close to the year. Game studios often reserve their biggest launches for this period, knowing that players are on the lookout for the next unforgettable experience. This season is no exception, with an impressive lineup covering every major genre—from nostalgic revamps to innovative new adventures and dark RPGs. Whether you’re an RPG enthusiast, horror fan, or looking for family-friendly multiplayer fun, these upcoming releases are primed to deliver.
Mario & Luigi: Brothership
Release Date: November 7, 2024
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Nintendo’s Mario & Luigi series has long been a staple for fans of cooperative, family-friendly gaming, and this year’s Mario & Luigi: Brothership promises to expand on that legacy. In Brothership, players embark on a vibrant, co-op RPG adventure, exploring a richly detailed world while facing puzzles, platforming challenges, and a host of new enemies. The game’s design allows seamless multiplayer gameplay on the Switch, with new features that require teamwork to unlock special abilities.
Silent Hill 2 Remake
Release Date: October 2024
Platform: PlayStation 5, PC
The return of Silent Hill 2, one of the most celebrated titles in psychological horror, is generating buzz among horror fans and newcomers alike. Konami’s Silent Hill 2 Remake is more than just a facelift—it’s a complete reimagining that uses next-gen rendering and audio technology to intensify the eerie atmosphere that made the original so iconic.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Release Date: October 2024
Platform: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
BioWare’s latest addition to its legendary fantasy franchise, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, promises a deeper dive into the lore-rich world of Thedas. This time, players venture into a region where the boundary between the physical world and the Fade—a realm of spirits and demons—has weakened, creating a politically charged and dangerous landscape.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
Release Date: December 9, 2024
Platform: Xbox Series X|S, PC
Developed by MachineGames, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle puts players in the shoes of the iconic archaeologist in an action-packed narrative that explores forgotten artifacts and ancient mysteries. Set in the 1930s, the game blends historical settings with high-stakes adventures, where players solve environmental puzzles, face off against foes, and race through exotic locations around the globe.
STALKER 2: Heart of Chernobyl
Release Date: December 2024
Platform: Xbox Series X|S, PC
Few games capture the bleak, haunting allure of post-apocalyptic survival as well as the STALKER series, and STALKER 2: Heart of Chernobyl is set to raise the stakes. Set in the desolate, radioactive wasteland of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, STALKER 2 challenges players to survive against mutated creatures, supernatural phenomena, and hostile factions.
Honorable Mentions
- Marvel Rivals - December 6, 2024 - PC, PS5, XSX|S
- Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver Remastered - December 10, 2024 - PS5, PS4, XSX|S, PC
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 - November 19, 2024 - XSX|S, PC
Features to Watch For
Advanced Graphics and Physics Engines: Titles like Silent Hill 2 Remake and STALKER 2 showcase the power of next-gen consoles, using advanced graphics and physics to create immersive environments that draw players in like never before.
Complex Storytelling and Player Agency: Games such as Dragon Age: The Veilguard bring intricate narrative elements where player choices influence relationships, alliances, and even the game’s world. This commitment to storytelling depth adds a layer of immersion that keeps players invested.
Enhanced Multiplayer and Co-Op Options: Mario & Luigi: Brothership and Marvel Rivals prove that cooperative gameplay is evolving, making multiplayer modes more integrated and meaningful to the core experience.