Avowed: Obsidian showcases open world RPG with deep combat and player choices
Obsidian, the studio behind popular games like Pillars of Eternity and Outer Worlds, unveiled more details about their upcoming game Avowed. This open world first-person RPG promises a mix of compelling storytelling and challenging combat. Players will have the ability to change their loadout on the fly during battles, facing off against different enemy classes. The game also emphasizes player interactions and the choices made throughout the journey. Avowed is set to release on Xbox Series X|S, Game Pass, and PC in late 2024.
Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2: A historically accurate journey with new allies and enemies
After multiple trailers, Ninja Theory provided a deeper dive into Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2. The team shared their commitment to historical accuracy in the game's story, introducing more allies and enemies that players will have to navigate. To ensure authenticity, the developers even traveled to Iceland for research. Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 is scheduled to launch on Xbox Series X|S, Game Pass, and PC on May 21, 2024.
Visions of Mana: A modern take on a beloved JRPG series
Square Enix's long-running Mana series is getting a new installment called Visions of Mana. The game aims to update the series using the latest tools while maintaining the essence of the original. Visions of Mana draws inspiration from the Trials of Mana remake and introduces a fun new feature: players can ride an animal called a Pikul for enhanced traversal. Expect various party characters to join you on your adventure and in battle. Visions of Mana is set to release on Xbox Series X|S and PC in mid-2024.
Ara: History Untold: A strategy game for all players
From the creators of Civilization 5, Ara: History Untold is a strategy game designed to appeal to a wider audience. The development team aimed to make the game more accessible to newcomers while keeping the historical integrity intact. Players will shape a "living world" through their choices, with no set victory conditions. Instead, players define their own goals to achieve success. Ara: History Untold will be available on PC and Game Pass for PC in late 2024.
Indiana Jones and The Great Circle: Unveiling the action-adventure game
MachineGames, known for their work on Wolfenstein, is developing the highly-anticipated Indiana Jones and The Great Circle. The game will feature first-person gameplay with third-person cut scenes, offering an immersive action-adventure experience. Players will take on the role of Indiana Jones, armed with his iconic whip and gun, as they solve puzzles, raid tombs, and uncover mysteries. The game's full title was revealed, and it will be set between Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade. Indiana Jones and The Great Circle is set to launch on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Game Pass in late 2024.
