The yearly Fall deluge is sort of upon us, with August signaling the primary wave of massive releases. Whereas not fairly as jam-packed as final 12 months, the month has lots to supply, from Souls-likes and lites to remasters, sequels and, in fact, one other Madden. Try 15 of the largest titles launching in August 2024.
Star Wars Outlaws
As the primary open-world single-player Star Wars title (Star Wars Galaxies – always remember), Star Wars Outlaws launches on August thirtieth for Xbox Sequence X/S, PS5, and PC. Set between The Empire Strikes Again and Return of the Jedi, it follows Kay Vess and her companion, Nix, as they put together for the largest heist the Outer Rim has ever seen. Between constructing – and breaking – loyalties with varied syndicates, traversing by way of completely different areas, hiring consultants, and fascinating with house battles, there’s quite a bit to do, and hopefully sufficient compelling causes to do them.
SteamWorld Heist 2
Flip-based side-scrolling real-time aiming technique returns with SteamWorld Heist 2. As Captain Quincy Leeway, gamers recruit different Steambots to unravel a rampant water disaster, as pirates do. This implies breaking into restricted bases and combating towards the oppressive navy, amongst different threats. Alongside real-time naval fight within the overworld, there’s a brand new Job system, permitting every Steambot to equip completely different weapons to vary their class and talents. Stage up, and you’ll combine and match expertise for potent mixtures. SteamWorld Heist 2 launches on August eighth for PS4, PS5, PC, Nintendo Swap, Xbox One, and Xbox Sequence X/S.
Sam and Max: The Satan’s Playhouse Remastered
After what looks as if eternally, Sam and Max are again once more, as soon as once more, this time in a remaster of Telltale’s 2010 journey. The journey sees the Freelance Police coping with a galaxy-trotting group of villains after Max features psychic powers that shortly spiral uncontrolled. The latter permits for all types of strategies, like mind-reading and clairvoyance, however there’s nonetheless the standard vary of unorthodox characters and baffling puzzles (now with a brand new trace system) to expertise. With up to date lighting, lip-syncing, music and extra, the remaster is a good way to go to the duo’s final online game journey when it launches on August 14th for PS4, Xbox One, PC, and Nintendo Swap.
Kena: Bridge of Spirits (Xbox)
Ember Lab’s acclaimed 3D motion journey lastly involves Xbox Sequence X/S and Xbox One on August fifteenth. It consists of the Anniversary DLC for brand new outfits, Spirit Information Trials, and New Recreation Plus, which provides tougher battles. Xbox gamers additionally get pirate hats for his or her Rot (a probable nod to Sea of Thieves), alongside a Golden Rot pores and skin and distinctive employees. As insignificant as these appear, experiencing Kena’s journey for $39.99 is a fairly first rate deal.
Madden NFL 25
After School Soccer 25 launched and captured the hearts of thousands and thousands, what does Madden NFL 25 carry to the desk when it launches on August sixteenth for Xbox Sequence X/S, Xbox One, PS4, PS5, and PC? Apart from new broadcast groups and a revamped Franchise mode, there’s BOOM Tech for dynamic, physics-based tackling. Provider steadiness and restoration have additionally obtained some retooling, permitting you to take some hits and nonetheless push by way of. It sounds first rate, however will or not it’s sufficient to compete with School Soccer? We’ll discover out quickly.
Black Fable: Wukong
4 years after its preliminary announcement, Recreation Science’s Black Fable: Wukong will launch on August twentieth for PS5 and PC. Impressed by Journey to the West, you management the Destined One, wielding an extendable employees and fascinating in battles with over 100 completely different enemies throughout about 15 hours of gameplay. Between the fast-paced melee fight, dodging, and magic, it boasts some actually spectacular visuals courtesy of Unreal Engine 5.
Dustborn
From Crimson Thread Video games, the developer of Dreamfall Chapters, Dustborn is an odd journey recreation the place you road-trip as Pax throughout a dystopian republic to ship a bundle. The twist is that she’s an Anomal, who can use phrases to pressure others to obey her will. While you’re not bashing robots or navigating conversations with an eclectic forged, you’re making selections with supposedly main ramifications on the story. Dustborn arrives on August twentieth and will likely be accessible for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Sequence X/S, and PC.
Harmony
The Freerunner crew of Firewalk Studios’ upcoming hero shooter didn’t obtain probably the most enthusiastic response following the open beta. However, Harmony guarantees 12 maps and 6 modes at launch with the identical roster whereas providing lots of of earnable customization gadgets, a number of distinctive Variants per character, and no Battle Cross. Will it warrant a greater response, particularly for $39.99? Time will inform, however Harmony is out on August twenty third for PS5 and PC.
World of Warcraft: The Conflict Inside
Following Dragonflight, World of Warcraft is embarking on a model new trilogy, with The Conflict Inside as the primary half. Set in Khaz Algar, with 4 distinctive zones, eight new dungeons and a model new zone await. There are additionally new actions like Delves (which will be accomplished solo or co-op) alongside new Hero Skills, skills and talents to go together with the elevated degree cap. World of Warcraft: The Conflict Inside arrives on August twenty second for PC.
Core Keeper
Whereas the 12 months has seen a number of compelling sandbox titles, Pugstorm’s Core Keeper has racked up some respectable numbers (91 p.c constructive critiques, over 2 million gamers) since its early entry launch in 2022. The premise is easy: Enterprise right into a cavern with as much as eight gamers and mine your technique to the Core. Acquire assets, craft higher instruments and weapons, automate processes, fish, discover, and battle highly effective Titans throughout a number of biomes. With 1.0 launching on August twenty seventh for Nintendo Swap, Xbox One, Xbox Sequence X/S, PS4, PS5, and PC, we will’t wait to see what else it provides.
Gundam Breaker 4
Gundam Evolution could also be useless, however Bandai Namco Leisure has a very good substitute – the following Gundam Breaker. Launching on August twenty ninth for PS4, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Swap, the motion RPG permits in depth customization utilizing greater than 250 kits. You possibly can then take your creation into battle, breaking off extra components and additional augmenting your creation. With elective on-line modes and a Diorama operate for admiring your models, Gundam Breaker 4 guarantees to be an fanatic’s dream come true (and at a much more inexpensive value).
Monster Jam Showdown
The month is surprisingly slim on racing titles, however Milestone’s Monster Jam Showdown might repair that when it launches on August twenty ninth for Xbox One, Xbox Sequence X/S, PS4, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Swap. As with earlier titles, you’ll management varied monster vehicles in off-road areas, whether or not it’s within the non-linear Showdown Tour or optimizing tips in Excessive Freestyle mode. With over 40 vehicles and ten modes, it’s a distinct racing expertise which may be price dabbling with.
Squirrel with a Gun
At first, Squirrel with a Gun seems to be simply that. Nonetheless, Dee Dee Creations’ title can be a sandbox shooter with some puzzling and platforming. You may spend time disposing of the unusual Brokers out to get you with rocket launchers, grenade launchers, six-shooters, and whatnot, or experience across the neighborhood, serving to or harassing its residents. It’s out on August twenty ninth for PC, and Xbox Sequence X/S and PC this Fall.
Deathbound
When you’re in search of a extra conventional Souls-like expertise, there’s Deathbound, set in a medieval world at odds with its sci-fi roots. The primary hook is channeling fallen warriors and utilizing their talents in fight. Synergizing spirits and increase the sync meter for a robust assault is essential, although loads of difficult foes await to place you down. Deathbound launches on August eighth for Xbox Sequence X/S, PS5, and PC, and guarantees over 20 hours of gameplay and New Recreation Plus.
Stage Zero: Extraction
Extraction shooters are most likely probably the most well-worn pattern that hardly acquired began, however Stage Zero: Extraction might get away with its twists. Teaming with two different gamers, using varied army weapons with in depth customization, your job is to garner loot and extract. Nonetheless, all types of threats are current on every map, from mines to mutants. Opposing gamers may management a robust alien with cloaking talents and an EMP. Stage Zero: Extraction enters early entry for PC on August thirteenth, with two maps and 16 weapons. As a bizarre mixture of Escape from Tarkov, GTFO, and extra, it could possibly be a darkish horse.
