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Have we truly reached the conclusion of 2024 already? It’s said that time flies when one is enjoying themselves, and indeed, we had an incredible time this year. We kicked off the year with stellar RPGs such as Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, immersed ourselves in the multiplayer frenzy of Helldivers II, savored stunning battles in Stellar Blade, journeyed down memory lane with Astro Bot, revisited familiar gaming territories in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree and Silent Hill 2, and so much more. However, with a new year on the horizon comes the potential for numerous fresh gaming adventures, and the first four months of 2025 are already filled with remarkable titles. Let’s take a glimpse at some of the fantastic games you’ll have the chance to dive into in the months ahead.
Note: all release dates may change.
The hugely popular retelling of the historic Three Kingdoms saga makes its return in the most extensive installment yet. Dynasty Warriors: Origins commences at the beginning of the narrative, as a new martial artist hero meets the soon-to-be-iconic heroes Guan Yu and Zhang Jiao just as history alters significantly. Origins presents the most intricate battlegrounds in the franchise so far, each filled with soldiers that you and your comrades must defeat using a blend of action and tactics. Whether you’re a novice recruit or a battle-hardened Warriors veteran, Origins promises to astonish and thrill with its narrative and gameplay.
Publisher: Koei Tecmo | Developer: Omega Force | PS5
Mech warfare and exploration merge in a captivating yet perilous post-apocalyptic third-person shooter. Set within the same universe as the Synduality: Noir anime, Echo of Ada narrates a stand-alone tale in a future where humanity’s remnants have huddled into small enclaves due to the dual menace of lethal rainfall and the ferocious creatures it spawns. As a novice Drifter, you pilot a mech known as a Cradlecoffin to harvest vital energy, accompanied by a clever and formidable AI named Magus. Tailor your mech and utilize Magus’s abilities to overcome the ferocious Ender creatures and rival players.
Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment | Developer: Game Studio | PS5
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, the celebrated and award-winning follow-up, is making its way to PCs early next year. This game offers a web-slinging open-world journey through the streets and skies of New York City. Featuring Peter Parker and Miles Morales, two of the greatest to wear the Spider-suit, they will utilize a combination of skills and gadgets—alongside the fan-favorite symbiote suit—to take on Kraven and his crew of Hunters.
Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment | Developer: Insomniac Games | PC
Tactics enthusiasts, brace yourselves for the title that will engulf you. Indeed, the iconic Civilization franchise is back. Once more, you will guide your small segment of humanity to expand and flourish through the eras into a civilization admired worldwide. Select one from three unique historical epochs–Antiquity, Exploration, and Modern–each providing customized gameplay features and available civilizations–and face a demanding Crisis before advancing into the subsequent historical age. With leaders, you can opt to be autonomous from your civilization, adhere to the course of established history, or diverge into wild hypothetical scenarios.
Publisher: 2K | Developer: Firaxis Games | PS5, PS4
One of the most cherished and esteemed series in gaming makes a comeback with a fresh backdrop, dual protagonists, and all of the suspense and intrigue you’ve come to anticipate. Set during the Sengoku period in Japan, you will command both the female ninja Naoe and samurai warrior Yasuke in a constantly evolving open universe brimming with allies, enemies, quests, and mysteries. Not only will you employ the franchise’s signature stealth features to navigate and eliminate adversaries and objectives, but you will also have the chance to harness new tools and wield various traditional Japanese arms. Your skills and instincts will be as crucial to triumph as your finesse with the sword.
Publisher: Ubisoft | Developer: Ubisoft | PS5
It’s the moment to revisit an often-overlooked chapter in the saga of one of gaming’s prominent heroines. Lara Croft re-emerges with three additional remasters of classic Tomb Raider games: Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation, Tomb Raider Chronicles, and Tomb Raider: Angel of Darkness. In addition to a range of graphical enhancements and a selection between classic and contemporary controls, players will be granted access to a completely new photo mode featuring numerous poses and outfits to produce unique, stylish displays for Lara.
Publisher: Aspyr | Developer: Crystal Dynamics | PS5, PS4
Longtime fans of the Like a Dragon chronicle understand that Mad Dog Goro Majima has generally been somewhat eccentric. However, his latest adventure is astonishingly peculiar even by Majima’s criteria. After becoming marooned on a distant isle and losing his memories, Majima emerges as a transformed individual: a rogue of the seas! Yet since he remains Majima at heart, prepare for delightfully chaotic maritime brawls. Utilize Majima’s Mad Dog and Sea Dog fighting styles to take down miscreants on the beaches of Honolulu and Madlantis, or venture onto the seas for thoroughly classic cannon combat…all coupled with the quirky jobs, minigames, and karaoke you’ve come to adore from the franchise.
Publisher: Sega | Developer: Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio | PS5, PS4
Wherever you wander in the expansive realm of Monster Hunter, there is an abundance of truly, truly massive creatures to bring down. When a locale is labeled Forbidden Lands, you can be sure it signals trouble—and it was believed to be entirely uninhabitable. However, a young lad from the Forbidden Lands arrives, proclaiming that a beast known as the White Wraith has devastated a previously undiscovered settlement. It’s time to arm yourself and equip your gear to track down that monster (along with an entire rogues’ gallery of wicked creatures). Whether you embark on the hunt in the Forbidden Lands independently or with allies online, you’re guaranteed an exhilarating journey.
Publisher: Capcom | Developer: Capcom | PS5
Mounting an uprising against a dishonest regime is no simple task, but the prospects appear slightly more favorable when you have 107 allies standing behind you. Suikoden I & II HD Remaster is a compilation of two of the original PlayStation’s premier turn-based RPGs, each delivering a narrative laden with twists involving conflict, heartbreak, camaraderie, and resilience during times of warfare and hardship. In both titles, you transition from a small group of insurrectionists to constructing a powerful stronghold by enlisting members of the 108 Stars of Destiny, valiant fighters, sorcerers, and endearing oddballs who rally under your banner to champion your cause.
Publisher: Konami | Developer: Konami | PS5, PS4
What if you could simply spend your days in the company of cheerful little hobbits in the verdant green territories of the Shire? That’s the query addressed by Tales of the Shire, a charming life-simulation game centered on the everyday life of delightful little demi-humanoid hobbits. Visit the hamlet of Bywater and indulge in some of the finest fishing, crop cultivation, foraging, and culinary pleasures the Shire has to offer, immersing yourself in the sights and sounds of everyday existence—all while getting to know your fellow hairy-footed neighbors more intimately.
Publisher: Private Division | Developer: Weta Workshop | PS5
One of the most enduring and cherished fighting game franchises of all time makes a spectacular return. Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves reinstates the journey of Terry Bogard, Rock Howard, and the diverse inhabitants of Southtown with stunning new graphics, meticulously refined combat mechanics, and a brand-new Rev system that enhances mobility and offensive options. The roster of characters includes returning favorites such as Mai Shiranui, Joe Higashi, and B. Jenet, newcomers like Preecha and Vox Reaper, as well as guest stars Ken and Chun-Li from Street Fighter. Both long-time Fatal Fury aficionados and newbies will appreciate City of Wolves’ stylish aesthetics, dynamic gameplay, and cinematic delivery.
Publisher: SNK | Developer: SNK | PS5, PS4
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