Skull And Bones – February
Despite some skepticism due to delays and missing features compared to Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag, having a confirmed release date in 2024 is a sigh of relief for Skull and Bones enthusiasts. If the prolonged development doesn’t adversely affect the final product, this could offer a thrilling experience for those yearning to sail the seas in search of treasure and glory. While it may not redefine the pirate genre entirely, it could certainly excel in naval combat.
Dark Legend: Wukong – August
Trailers for Dark Legend: Wukong have generated considerable excitement for this Journey to the West adaptation, showcasing stunning setpieces and action sequences expected to be prominent throughout the game. Developer Game Science’s lack of experience with such a massive project raises some concerns, but gameplay elements seem promising thus far. However, prior controversial remarks from developers on gender and related topics have stirred mixed expectations and criticisms.
Star Wars Outlaws appears to be the first major Star Wars game to launch following the expiration of EA’s exclusive license, under Ubisoft’s Massive Entertainment. If it resembles the studio’s recent Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, it could offer an impressive glimpse into a distant galaxy, albeit tempered by somewhat tired gaming conventions. The allure of a single-player open-world Star Wars experience speaks for itself, making this a highly anticipated PS5 title for 2024.
Ascent Of The Ronin – March
Ascent of the Ronin, another samurai adventure from Team Ninja, renowned for the intense action challenges of games like Nioh and Ninja Gaiden, is now set as a PlayStation 5 exclusive, positioning it as a standout in the system’s lineup for 2024. With refreshing action animations, diverse weaponry and gear, and an intriguing historical setting, it shapes up to be a winner.
Tekken 8 – January
Following a successful year for fighting games in 2023, with new entries in both the Street Fighter and Mortal Kombat series receiving positive receptions, Tekken 8 is poised to continue the trend. Promising 32 characters and a focus on aggressive gameplay, it appears poised to conclude the Mishima saga with a bang, with climactic story events anticipated regardless.
Dragon’s Doctrine 2 – March
The original Dragon’s Doctrine often surfaces in discussions as an underrated title – beloved but less widely played than mainstream blockbusters. Therefore, having a release date for Dragon’s Doctrine 2 is highly anticipated, with expectations that it will build upon the strengths of the original and fulfill ideas that couldn’t be fully realized initially. Enthusiasm is certainly high among fans of the first game, and it has the potential to be a breakout hit.
By Andrej Kovacevic
Updated on 14th July 2024