The year 2024 is anticipated to be an exceptional period for the gaming industry, with a mix of eagerly awaited titles and surprise launches. Several high-profile games have secured their release dates, while others remain elusive about their exact arrival on the gaming scene.
The Icy Challenge Continues: Frostpunk 2
Set three decades after a global blizzard, “Frostpunk 2” confronts players with the daunting task of navigating political power struggles in a frozen world. Developer 11 Bit Studios has slated the game’s debut for PCs in early 2024, with console release details pending.
Sequel Excitement and Racing Thrills
“Hades 2” is set to follow in the footsteps of its predecessor, offering an early access peek on PC in the second quarter of 2024, with enhancements and new content added over time. Meanwhile, “Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown” promises to deliver an immersive driving experience through a meticulously recreated Hong Kong, expected to launch across multiple platforms in 2024.
The horror genre sees a fresh entrant with “Still Wakes the Deep,” where players explore a sinister oil rig. Release details remain vague but early 2024 is the anticipated window. “Silent Hill 2 Remake” aims to revive the classic’s chilling atmosphere, with a release expected within the year as a PlayStation 5 and Windows exclusive.
Studio Wildcard’s “Ark 2” is generating buzz with its impressive visuals and celebrity cast, eyeing a late 2024 release for Xbox Series X|S and PC. Another 11 Bit Studios creation, “The Alters,” offers a unique survival challenge with sentient clones, also expected in 2024.
VR racing game “Thrasher” is set to deliver an intense, music-synced experience in 2024. “Star Wars Outlaws” brings a gritty narrative to the galaxy far, far away, while “Replaced” is a cyberpunk platformer awaiting release as a Microsoft exclusive. “Concord,” a multiplayer FPS with a mysterious backdrop, is confirmed for a 2024 launch on PlayStation 5 and PC.
“The Wolf Among Us 2” continues its troubled journey towards a 2024 release, maintaining its planned availability across various platforms. “Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater” remake is highly anticipated, with hopes of a 2024 launch. “Little Nightmares III” promises to uphold the eerie legacy of the series, with a release targeted for 2024. Lastly, “John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando” promises a thrilling, humor-laced co-op experience, also planned for 2024.