The gaming industry is a dynamic and evolving landscape, always pushing the boundaries of technology, storytelling, and player experiences. As we step into 2024, gamers around the world are eagerly expecting a plethora of new releases, updates, and innovations that promise to deliver amazing gaming moments.
Let’s explore the biggest gaming news of the upcoming games in 2024, covering major releases, exciting new IPs, additions, cross-platform gaming, VR/AR experiences, indie gems, upcoming events, community engagement, and more.
Overview of Major Releases
2024 is poised to be a landmark year for gaming, with a diverse range of major releases scheduled across multiple platforms. From AAA titles to indie standouts, the gaming calendar is filled with experiences catering to every taste and preference.
Some of the most anticipated releases include Dragon’s Dogma 2, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Destiny 2: The Final Shape, and Star Wars Outlaws, each promising to deliver groundbreaking gameplay, stunning visuals, and immersive storytelling.
Highly Expected Sequels
Sequels have always been a driving force in the gaming industry, allowing players to revisit special worlds, characters, and histories. 2024 is no exception, with several highly expected sequels generating significant words among gamers. Titles like Dragon’s Dogma 2, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, and Paper Mario: The ThousandYear Door are set to build upon based franchises, introducing new mechanics, story angles, and challenges that will charm both longtime fans and newcomers alike.
Exciting New IPs
While sequels dominate headlines, 2024 also marks the debut of exciting new intelligent properties (IPs) that aim to cut out their own space in the gaming landscape. Games like Foamstars, Balatro, and Earthlock 2 are garnering attention for their innovative gameplay ideas, rich narratives, and unique art styles. These new IPs represent the creativity and variety of the gaming industry, offering fresh experiences that push the boundaries of interactive entertainment.
Major Developments and Updates
Live service games continue to succeed in 2024, with major additions and updates keeping players engaged and invested in ongoing experiences. Titles like Final Fantasy 14 Online, World of Warcraft, and Destiny 2 are receiving substantial content drops that introduce new storylines, gameplay features, and social interactions. These developments confirm that players have great reasons to return to their favorite games, discover new content, and engage with successful communities.
CrossPlatform Gaming
The era of cross-platform gaming is in full swing, breaking down barriers and allowing players to connect and compete across different devices. 2024 sees a continuance of this trend, with games like MultiVersus, Monster Hunter Stories, and Assassin’s Creed Mirage offering seamless experiences on consoles, PC, and mobile platforms. Cross-platform play not only expands player communities but also promotes a more inclusive and connected gaming system.
Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality
Virtual reality (VR) and extended reality (AR) technologies are reshaping the way we experience games, confusing the lines between the digital and physical worlds. In 2024, titles like Bulletstorm VR, Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown, and VR adaptations of popular franchises are offering immersive and interactive gameplay that transports players to new realms of excitement. The development of VR/AR gaming promises to revolutionize how we engage with virtual environments and narratives.
Indie Games
While AAA titles often dominate headlines, indie games continue to make an important impact on the gaming landscape, offering unique experiences and artistic visions. 2024 showcases a wealth of indie gems such as Harold Halibut, Cat Quest 3, and SpellRogue, each demonstrating the passion, and creativity of independent developers. These games not only provide fresh gameplay mechanics and narratives but also contribute to the variety and richness of gaming culture.
The Biggest Gaming News of Upcoming Games in 2024
January
Bulletstorm VR (PC, PS5, Quest) — Jan. 18
- Experience the high-octane action of Bulletstorm in virtual reality.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — Jan. 18
- A fresh installment in the classic action-adventure series.
Another Code: Recollection (Switch) — Jan. 19
- A remake of the beloved mystery puzzle game.
The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered (PS5) — Jan. 19
- Enhanced graphics and gameplay for the critically acclaimed title.
Howl (PS5, Xbox Series X) — Jan. 23
- A new horror adventure game.
Enshrouded (PC) — Jan. 24 (early access)
- Survival and crafting in a dark fantasy world.
Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy (PC, PS4, Switch, Xbox One) — Jan. 25
- Compilation of the Apollo Justice legal drama series.
UnderNight InBirth 2 Sys: Celes (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch) — Jan. 25
- Fast-paced anime fighting game.
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — Jan. 26
- The latest in the Yakuza series with RPG elements.
Tekken 8 (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — Jan. 26
- The next chapter in the legendary fighting game series.
One Punch Man: World (Android, iOS, PC) — Jan. 31
- An action game based on popular manga and anime.
February
Granblue Fantasy: Relink (PC, PS4, PS5) — Feb. 1
- Action RPG set in the Granblue Fantasy universe.
Jujutsu Kaisen: Cursed Clash (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — Feb. 2
- Fighting game based on the hit anime series.
Persona 3 Reload (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — Feb. 2
- The remake of the classic RPG with updated graphics and gameplay.
Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — Feb. 2
- An action-packed game featuring the notorious squad against DC heroes.
Foamstars (PS4, PS5) — Feb. 6
- Multiplayer shooter with foam-based combat.
Helldivers 2 (PC, PS5) — Feb. 8
- Coop shooter with an emphasis on teamwork and tactics.
Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — Feb. 13
- Action RPG with supernatural elements.
Islands of Insight (PC) — Feb. 13
- Puzzle exploration game set in a beautiful world.
Ultros (Mac, PC, PS4, PS5) — Feb. 13
- Psychedelic Metroidvania adventure.
Tomb Raider 13 Remastered Starring Lara Croft (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — Feb. 14
- Remastered versions of the iconic Tomb Raider games.
A Little to the Left (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — Feb. 15
- Puzzle game focused on organization and tidiness.
Mario vs. Donkey Kong (Switch) — Feb. 16
- Puzzleplatformer featuring the classic Nintendo rivalry.
Skull & Bones (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — Feb. 16
- Naval warfare game set in the golden age of piracy.
Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story (PC, Switch) — Feb. 19
- Adventure game in the League of Legends universe.
Balatro (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox Series X) — Feb. 20
- Roguelike card game with unique mechanics.
qomp2 (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox Series X) — Feb. 20
- A minimalist platformer with challenging levels.
Nightingale (PC) — Feb. 20 (early access)
- Victorian-era survival crafting game.
Penny’s Big Breakaway (PC, PS5, Switch, Xbox Series X) — Feb. 21
- A 3D platformer with a quirky, colorful world.
Terminator: Dark Fate Defiance (PC) — Feb. 21
- A real-time strategy game set in the Terminator universe.
King Arthur: Knight’s Tale (PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — Feb. 22
- A dark fantasy tactical RPG.
Open Roads (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — Feb. 22
- Narrative-driven road trip adventure game.
Pacific Drive (PC, PS5) — Feb. 22
- Driving survival game in a postapocalyptic setting.
Pentiment (Switch) — Feb. 22
- A narrative adventure game set in 16th-century Bavaria.
Sons of the Forest (PC) — Feb. 23
- Survival horror game, the sequel to The Forest.
Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island (Switch) — Feb. 27
- Roguelike RPG with deep dungeon-crawling mechanics.
Brothers: A Tale Of Two Sons Remake (PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — Feb. 28
- The remake of the acclaimed narrative adventure game.
Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — Feb. 28
- The remastered version of the classic first-person shooter.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth (PS5) — Feb. 29
- The next part of the Final Fantasy 7 remake trilogy.
March
Ufouria: The Saga 2 (PC, PS5, Switch, Xbox Series X) — March 1
- Sequel to the cult classic action-adventure game.
The Outlast Trials (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — March 5
- Multiplayer survival horror game.
Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley (PC, Switch) — March 7
- Adventure game based on the Moomin stories.
Unicorn Overlord (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox Series X) — March 8
- Fantasy strategy RPG with unique mechanics.
WWE 2K24 (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — March 8
- The latest installment in the popular wrestling game series.
Contra: Operation Galuga (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — March 12
- A new entry in the classic run-and-gun series.
Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — March 13
- A documentary-style game about the legendary game developer.
Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X)— March 14
- Compilation of the original Battlefront games.
Outcast A New Beginning (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — March 15
- A reboot of the classic open-world adventure game.
HiFi Rush (PS5) — March 19
- Rhythm-based action game with vibrant visuals.
Lightyear Frontier (PC, Xbox Series X) — March 19 (early access)
- Farming simulator set in a sci-fi universe.
Alone in the Dark (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — March 20
- A reboot of the classic survival horror series.
Final Fantasy 14 Online (Xbox Series X) — March 21
- The acclaimed MMORPG finally arrives on Xbox.
Horizon Forbidden West (PC) — March 21
- The epic open-world game comes to PC.
Dragon’s Dogma 2 (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — March 22
- Sequel to the beloved action RPG.
Princess Peach: Showtime! (Switch) — March 22
- New platformer featuring Princess Peach.
Rise of the Ronin (PS5) — March 22
- Openworld action game set in late Edo period Japan.
Bulwark: Falconeer Chronicles (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — March 26
- Tactical RPG in the Falconer universe.
Planet Zoo: Console Edition (PS5, Xbox Series X) — March 26
- The popular zoo management simulator comes to consoles.
South Park: Snow Day (PC, PS5, Switch, Xbox Series X) — March 29
- Coop action game set in the South Park universe.
April
The Lost Wild (PC) — April 2
- First-person survival horror game with dinosaurs.
Might and Magic: Conflux (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — April 4
- A reimagining of the classic RPG series.
Disney Speedstorm (PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — April 5
- Arcade racing game featuring Disney characters.
Hogwarts Legacy: Quidditch DLC (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — April 9
- Expansion adding Quidditch to the magical RPG.
Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — April 12
- Openworld racing game set in Hong Kong.
Gotham Knights: Darkened Skies (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — April 16
- New DLC for the action-adventure game.
Earthblade (PC, PS5, Switch, Xbox Series X) — April 18
- Platformer from the creators of Celeste.
Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP (PC, PS5, Switch, Xbox Series X) — April 19
- A remake of the cult classic hack-and-slash game.
Hyper Light Breaker (PC) — April 23
- Action RPG set in the Hyper Light universe.
Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — April 23
- The spiritual successor to the Suikoden series.
Tales of Kenzera: Zau (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — April 23
- A new entry in the Tales of series with a unique setting.
Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — April 24
- Mech combat game from the creators of Dark Souls.
Blue Protocol (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — April 26
- Action RPG with anime-style graphics.
Rift Apart (PS5, Switch) — April 29
- A new installment in the Ratchet & Clank series.
May
Endless Ocean Luminous (Switch) — May 2
- Exploration game set in the depths of the ocean.
Darkest Dungeon 2 (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — May 7
- Sequel to the acclaimed roguelike RPG.
Prison Architect 2 (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — May 7
- Build and manage your prison.
The Wolf Among Us 2 (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — May 10
- The long-awaited sequel to the narrative adventure game.
Rogue Legacy 2 (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — May 12
- Roguelike platformer with procedurally generated levels.
The Outer Worlds 2 (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — May 14
- Sequel to the sci-fi RPG.
Returnal (PC) — May 16
- The challenging roguelike comes to PC.
Beyond Good & Evil 2 (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — May 17
- Longawaited prequel to the cult classic.
Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia (Switch) — May 21
- A remake of the Fire Emblem Gaiden game.
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2 (PC, Xbox Series X) — May 21
- The sequel to the critically acclaimed Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice.
Marvel’s Wolverine (PS5) — May 22
- Action game featuring the iconic X-Men character.
Fable (PC, Xbox Series X) — May 23
- A reboot of the beloved RPG series.
Paper Mario: The ThousandYear Door (Switch) — May 23
- A remake of the classic Paper Mario game.
Homeworld 3 (PC) — May 27
- A real-time strategy game set in space.
Lies of P (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — May 28
- Soulslike action RPG inspired by Pinocchio.
Nine Sols (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — May 29
- Actionplatformer with deep narrative elements.
June
Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — June 4
- Narrativedriven musical RPG.
Destiny 2: The Final Shape (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — June 4
- Major expansion for the popular online shooter.
Nightingale (PC) — June 11
- Survival crafting game in a Victorian fantasy setting.
Rocket Knight Adventures: ReSparked Collection (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — June 11
- Collection of the classic platformers.
Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD (Switch) — June 27
- HD remake of the spooky adventure game.
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — June 21
- Major DLC expansion for the acclaimed action RPG.
Gothic Remake (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — June 25
- A remake of the classic RPG with modern graphics.
Star Wars Outlaws (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — June 30
- Openworld action-adventure game set in the Star Wars universe.
July
Final Fantasy 14: Dawntrail (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — July 2
- New expansion for the popular MMORPG.
Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown (Switch) — July 11
- The latest entry in the flight combat simulator series.
Cataclismo (PC) — July 16
- A dark and atmospheric real-time strategy game.
Frostpunk 2 (PC) — July 25
- Sequel to the critically acclaimed Survival City Builder.
Ghostrunner 2 (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — July 30
- Sequel to the fastpaced cyberpunk action game.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (Switch) — July 31
- The highly anticipated sequel to Breath of the Wild.
August
Black Myth: Wukong (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — Aug. 20
- Action RPG based on the Journey to the West mythology.
Dustborn (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — Aug. 20
- Narrative-driven adventure game.
Sea of Stars (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — Aug. 8
- Retroinspired RPG with beautiful pixel art.
Cat Quest 3 (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — Aug. 8
- Action RPG with a charming feline protagonist.
SteamWorld Heist 2 (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — Aug. 8
- Sequel to the critically acclaimed tactical shooter.
Payday 3 (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — Aug. 22
- Coop heist game with improved mechanics and graphics.
Death Stranding 2 (PC, PS5) — Aug. 29
- Sequel to the enigmatic open-world adventure game.
Atomic Heart: The Awakening (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — Aug. 30
- Expansion for the alternate history action RPG.
Fort Solis (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — Aug. 30
- Scifi horror game set on a distant planet.
September
STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl (PC, Xbox Series X) — Sept. 5
- The highly anticipated sequel to the post-apocalyptic survival horror series.
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — Sept. 9
- Action-packed sequel in the Warhammer universe.
Dying Light 2: Stay Human Bloody Ties (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — Sept. 10
- A new expansion for the open-world survival horror game.
Funko Fusion (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — Sept. 12
- Action adventure game featuring Funko Pop! characters.
Persona 5 Strikers (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — Sept. 15
- Action RPG that continues the story of Persona 5.
Perfect Dark (PC, Xbox Series X) — Sept. 18
- A reboot of the classic first-person shooter.
Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — Sept. 23
- A remake of the beloved action-adventure game.
State of Decay 3 (PC, Xbox Series X) — Sept. 25
- Open-world zombie survival game.
Skate 4 (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — Sept. 30
- Highly anticipated the return of the skateboarding series.
October
Starfield (PC, Xbox Series X) — Oct. 2
- Ambitious space exploration RPG from Bethesda.
The Elder Scrolls 6 (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — Oct. 10
- Long-awaited next installment in the Elder Scrolls series.
Forza Motorsport (PC, Xbox Series X) — Oct. 15
- The latest entry in the popular racing game series.
Ghost of Tsushima: Iki Island (PC, PS5) — Oct. 20
- Expansion for the acclaimed open-world samurai game.
Metroid Prime 4 (Switch) — Oct. 25
- Highly anticipated sequel in the Metroid Prime series.
Red Dead Redemption 3 (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — Oct. 31
- The next chapter in Rockstar’s epic Western saga.
November
Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate (PC, PS5, Switch) — Nov. 2
- Next major installment in the legendary RPG series.
Mass Effect 4 (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — Nov. 6
- The continuation of the epic space opera RPG series.
Gran Turismo 7 (PC, PS5) — Nov. 10
- The premier racing simulation game.
Halo Infinite: The Flood (PC, Xbox Series X) — Nov. 15
- Expansion for the latest Halo game.
The Witcher 4 (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — Nov. 20
- Highly anticipated new entry in the Witcher series.
SpiderMan 2 (PS5) — Nov. 22
- Sequel to the blockbuster superhero game.
BioShock 4 (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — Nov. 29
- A new installment in the acclaimed BioShock series.
December
Cyberpunk 2077: Orion (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — Dec. 1
- Expansion for the open-world RPG.
Diablo IV: The Forgotten Realms (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — Dec. 5
- A new expansion for the popular action RPG.
Frostpunk: The Last Autumn (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — Dec. 8
- Expansion for the survival city-builder game.
The Legend of Heroes: Kuro no Kiseki II (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch) — Dec. 11
- A new entry in the long-running JRPG series.
The Last of Us Part 3 (PC, PS5) — Dec. 18
- The next chapter in the critically acclaimed series.
Hades II (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X) — Dec. 20
- Sequel to the award-winning roguelike dungeon crawler.
Grand Theft Auto VI (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X) — Dec. 30
- The highly anticipated next entry in the GTA series.
Upcoming Games with No Release Date
The Elder Scrolls VI (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X)
- The next major installment in the Elder Scrolls series promises to bring vast open-world exploration and deep RPG mechanics.
Hogwarts Legacy: Quidditch Update (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X)
- Adds the beloved sport of Quidditch to the magical RPG.
Beyond Good & Evil 2 (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X)
- The long-awaited sequel to the cult classic, promises an expansive, open-world adventure.
Starfield (PC, Xbox Series X)
- Bethesda’s ambitious space exploration RPG offers a vast universe to explore.
Perfect Dark (PC, Xbox Series X)
- A reboot of the classic first-person shooter with modern graphics and gameplay.
Metroid Prime 4 (Switch)
- The next chapter in the Metroid Prime series continues Samus Aran’s adventures.
Fable (PC, Xbox Series X)
- A reboot of the beloved RPG series with a new world and story.
BioShock 4 (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X)
- The next installment in the acclaimed BioShock series is set to explore new themes and settings.
This detailed list covers an exciting collection of upcoming games in 2024, with something for every type of gamer. Whether you’re into RPGs, action-adventures, strategy, or simulation, the year promises a wealth of new and thrilling experiences across all platforms.
