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Among the events expected by players, the Summer Game Fest topped the list. Last year, many titles were presented at the event. This year again, the announcements took place throughout the night.
Goat Simulator 3 (PC, PS4/5, Xbox One/series)
Surprise during the evening, the announcement of Goat Simulator 3 (where did the 2 go?) had the merit of making the public smile. Little information has been leaked about this peculiar game, which was revealed through a crazy trailer inspired by Dead Island 2. Parody of the video game, the title should this time integrate a multiplayer component, if we are to believe it. . The first Goat Simulator was presented as a sandbox game in which the player could have fun with physics creating real disasters in the city.
Gameplay for Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 (PC, PS4/5, Xbox One/Series)
Another long-awaited revelation, that of the first gameplay video of Modern Warfare 2, the sequel to the reboot of the famous Activision franchise. Studio Infinity Ward is in charge this time, the same one that created the franchise. The title picks up what the success of its predecessor did with intense gunfight sequences, a scripted single player mode, and of course, online multiplayer. Modern Warfare 2 will be synonymous with a return to basics for the franchise, but also with a new and more efficient graphics engine.
A release date for Marvel Midnight Suns (PC, PS4/5, Xbox One/Series)
Marvel’s next game, Midnight Suns, will differ from previous titles in its direction. In fact, it is a turn-based action/strategy game similar to an X-COM. The title was further revealed during the event and the publisher mainly revealed the release date of the title, which will be released on October 7.
American Arcadia (PC, PS4/5, Xbox One/Series, Switch)
Raw Fury came to present an amazing new indie title, called American Arcadia. In a utopian world, the player must try to flee at all costs and escape from the authorities in a true race against the world. With its charming retro style, the title was one of the good surprises of the event.
A first gameplay video for Street Fighter VI (PC, PS4/5, Xbox Series)
Revealed a few days ago, Capcom’s fighting game was further shown during a lengthy gameplay video that was an opportunity to find some cast members. Change of graphic style, engine and focus for this new component that will offer an unprecedented adventure in the open world. The title is expected in 2023 on PC and consoles.
Aliens: Dark Decent (PC, PS4/5, Xbox One/Series)
Given the success of Fireteam, it was certain that Focus Home would return with a sequel and now it’s done as the publisher has just announced Dark Decent. This time, however, it is not a cooperative shooter, but a real-time strategy game in which the player will have to control small squads of marines. The management of resources, squads and tactics will be on the program of this atypical title, which will be released in 2023.
Gameplay for Callisto Protocol (PC, PS4/5, Xbox One/Series)
Among the titles that have been talked about a lot in recent weeks, Callisto Protocol is probably the most anticipated survival horror. The title is looking forward to Resident Evil and impresses with both its graphic design and its very dark atmosphere. In many ways, it also reminds us of the excellent Dead Space.
Flashback 2 (PC, PS4/5, Xbox One/Series, Switch)
The publisher Microids had come to present the unexpected sequel to Flashback, a classic action/adventure game, which will be released this winter. The title will mix action, puzzles and infiltration. The creators of the game promise a setting close to that of the first installment and a handful of environments, including Neo Washington, the jungle and Neo Tokyo.
Grind (PC, Xbox One/Series)
Lunar Software had come to present a new first-person survival horror called Routine. The title will take place in an abandoned space station. The player will have to explore the environment, improve his equipment and face terrifying creatures. The title seems to be inspired by Aliens Isolation in terms of gameplay with hide-and-seek sequences and impressive chases.
Gameplay for Witchfire (PC)
New project from the creators of Painkiller and Bullet Storm, Witchfire is a first-person shooter set in a dark fantasy universe that borrows elements from rogue-lite. The originality of the title comes from its bestiary, which changes bandits and terrorists for witches and shadow armies. An explosive title that will be released this year in early access on PC.
Cuphead Expansion Date and Gameplay (PC, Xbox One/Series, Switch)
Cuphead, one of the most beloved independent productions in recent years, will finally welcome its first DLC on June 30. The developers showed off various screenshots of the game during Game Fest. Like the main game, the DLC will feature tense solo or cooperative boss fight sequences.
Humanity comes to consoles (PS4/PS5, Xbox One/Series)
Humankind, one of the best management games of recent years for PC, is coming soon to consoles. The announcement was quickly made during Game Fest. The game is presented as the spiritual child of Civilization. It will premiere on November 4.
Midnight Fight Express (PC, PS4/PS5, Xbox One/Series, Switch)
Humble Games came to present its new creation, an extremely violent beat them all called Midnight Fight Express, which will be released on August 23 on PC and consoles.
A first gameplay video for the One Piece game (PC, PS4/PS5, Xbox One/Series, Switch)
If the manga has been pulled, One Piece will soon return in a new Namco Bandai video game. The game is presented as an ambitious RPG, true to the spirit of the series and technically very impressive.
Layers of Fear (PC, PS4/PS5, Xbox One/Series)
Not Silent Hill at Games Fest for the Bloober studio, but a new Layers of Fear, the third episode of the series. A return to basics for the studio that promises very terrifying sequences. Layers of Fear will also be one of the first games to use Unreal Engine 5.
Gameplay for Warhammer 40,000 Darktide (PC, Xbox One/Series)
It was one of the most anticipated titles of the evening. This PC/Xbox exclusive, based on the famous Warhammer 40,000 franchise, promises to be one of the most exciting cooperative FPS in recent years, and a real graphic slap in the face too. It should roughly sum up the gameplay of a Vermintide transposed into futuristic sauce.
The Last of Us Part I (PC, PS5)
Meanwhile, Sony had come with a single meager announcement: that of a fairly light new version of the first The Last of Us, which had already been entitled to a good remastering on PS4. Technically, the game is a bit prettier. It will also launch simultaneously on PC and PS5. The title, however, caused some disappointment among fans given the drastic changes in the design of the central characters. This remake will also lack a multiplayer mode, which will be released as a standalone game later…
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