On June 10, Ubisoft Forward kicked off, revealing details about several already familiar games. Here's a closer look at each of the showcased titles.

Star Wars Outlaws

The presentation opened with the gameplay of Star Wars Outlaws. This project is being introduced as the first open-world game in the Star Wars setting within the gaming industry. Unlike previous linear titles like Battlefront, Star Wars Outlaws promises expansive exploration. Players will be able to travel between planets and explore vast terrains. The presentation highlighted various locations: the jungles on Akiva, the ancient city of Kijimi, the savannah on Toshara, and the iconic Tatooine. Planetary travel will be facilitated by a hovering motorcycle, while interplanetary journeys will involve a personal starship, capable of hyperspace jumps.

Although the heroine's main objective wasn't disclosed, it was revealed that the game will feature a contract system offering rewards based on risk levels. Combat will include hand-to-hand fighting and using a laser blaster, with the heroine wielding it like a revolver. Additionally, a small creature will assist the player by navigating tight spaces, distracting enemies, and even covertly eliminating them in certain situations.

A reputation system is also incorporated, affecting dialogues, though its full impact on gameplay remains unclear. One peculiar aspect noticed was the damage representation on enemies; during shooting, there is a high chance that enemies will fall as if suddenly asleep. This aspect might be refined by the game's release on August 30 for PS5, Xbox, and PC.

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is a well-received Metroidvania game. Ubisoft is set to enhance its reputation further by releasing a free DLC titled Mask of Darkness in September. Initial clips from streams showcased players' reactions to boss battles, followed by the reveal of new boss variations, character skins, combat challenges, and additional puzzles included in the DLC.

This move reflects Ubisoft's efforts to address past criticisms regarding paid expansions and microtransactions. However, an error in the game’s title during the official presentation was noted, with The Lost Crown mistakenly displayed as The Last Crown. Despite being a minor issue, it was noticeable.

The game is available on PS5, Xbox, Nintendo, and PC.

Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time

Following the success of The Lost Crown, Ubisoft has decided to revive the Prince of Persia franchise with a new triple-A game titled The Sands of Time. Scheduled for release in 2026, this game is set to be a remake of the 2003 title. Whether it will adhere to the original series or introduce new elements remains unknown. Based on Capcom's approach, it's possible the remake will diverge from the original plot and incorporate new mechanics.

The teaser was sparse on details, showing a transition from night to day with Persian structures in the background and a candle restoring itself before being lit.

The platforms for the game's release are yet to be announced.

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora

Ubisoft presented an expansion for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora called The Sky Breaker. The storyline reveals a peaceful Pandora celebrating victory over Earth invaders. The Na'vi organize an Olympic-like event in honor of this peace. Gameplay suggests that players can participate in these competitions. However, the peace is short-lived as humans invade once again, resulting in many casualties. The goal is to thwart the human invasion and protect Pandora's territories and forests.

The expansion will introduce new locations and enemy types, with a release date set for July 16.

Assassin's Creed Shadows

The final game featured at Ubisoft Forward was Assassin's Creed Shadows, showcasing its gameplay in two parts. The first part focused on Yasuke, while the second part highlighted Naoe's gameplay.

Yasuke's gameplay revealed that horses will return as mounts, likely customizable. As the samurai navigates cities or villages, locals will react with a mix of fear and respect. Reactions will vary based on gender and age, with children being more cautious. There will also be an option to pet various domestic animals.

Combat scenes demonstrated impressive environmental interactions, with enemies breaking through objects upon impact. Execution animations were well-crafted, though the combat was noted to be visually overloaded. The samurai feels like a heavy fighter capable of sending enemies flying with a single blow.

Naoe's gameplay emphasized stealth mechanics, with Eagle Vision rendered in gray-red tones, fitting the ancient Japan setting. The heroine utilizes a hook for swinging on trees and performing stealth kills. The hook is also useful for climbing buildings and in open combat scenarios.

Stealth kills are presented with animations resembling ancient Japanese art. Additionally, Naoe can use a reed tube to breathe underwater.

This comprehensive showcase highlighted Ubisoft's dedication to delivering diverse and immersive gaming experiences across their upcoming titles.

The Xbox Games Showcase 2024 unveiled an exciting array of upcoming games for players to anticipate. Fans of Activision, Bethesda, Blizzard, Xbox Game Studios, and numerous Xbox partners were treated to previews of their favorite franchises and new titles alike.

Players can expect thrilling returns to beloved series with Gears of War: E-Day and Doom: The Dark Ages. There were fresh looks at State of Decay 3, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Perfect Dark, and South of Midnight. The reveal for Starfield: Shattered Space added to the excitement, along with the announcement of the next World of Warcraft expansion, The War Within.

Additionally, the showcase provided a first look at gameplay from Assassin’s Creed Shadows and an introduction to future party members in the highly anticipated Dragon Age: The Veilguard. Exciting looks at the return of Big Boss in Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater and debuts of titles like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Atomfall, and Winter Burrow were among the highlights.

New Xbox hardware was also revealed, with the announcement of three new Xbox Series X|S console options for the holiday season, offering more design, storage, and pricing options.

The gameplay reveal of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 added to the showcase, followed by Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Direct, which provided an in-depth look at the game.

Here are the major announcements and reveals from Xbox Games Showcase 2024:

Upcoming Titles from Activision, Bethesda, Blizzard, and Xbox Game Studios

Age of Mythology: Retold

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, Steam, cloud, or day one with Game Pass
• World’s Edge showcased a gameplay trailer for Age of Mythology: Retold, blending elements from the beloved 2002 game with modern real-time strategy design, visuals, and gameplay. The game launches on September 4, 2024, on both PC and console.

Avowed

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, Steam, cloud, or day one with Game Pass
• Obsidian Entertainment’s Avowed takes players on an expedition into the Living Lands to stop the Dreamscourge. The story trailer introduced Giatta, one of the game’s companions. Avowed will be released in 2024, with more details available on Xbox Wire.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, Steam, Battle.net, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, or day one with Game Pass
• Set to release on October 25, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, developed by Treyarch and Raven Software, features a spy action thriller narrative. It includes innovations like Omnimovement and the return of Classic Prestige, Theater Mode, and Round-Based Zombies.

Doom: The Dark Ages

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, Steam, PlayStation 5, or day one with Game Pass
• Doom: The Dark Ages, a prequel to Doom (2016), will be released in 2025. The game features the Doom Slayer battling demonic hordes with grounded, hard-hitting combat, colossal Atlan mech, and a cybernetic war dragon.

Fable

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, Steam, or day one with Game Pass
• Playground Games released a trailer featuring Humphry, a retired hero from Albion, forced back into action. Fable is set to be released in 2025 with more details available on Xbox Wire.

Gears of War: E-Day

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, Steam, cloud, or day one with Game Pass
• The next mainline game in the Gears of War series, set during Emergence Day, will see Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago battling the Locust Horde. The trailer, created in Unreal Engine 5, premiered in 4K resolution.

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, Steam, or day one with Game Pass
• Players will explore historical mysteries in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, launching later this year.

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, Steam, cloud, or day one with Game Pass
• The new installment, launching on November 19, 2024, features an extensive fleet of aircraft, detailed airports, and a visually stunning rendition of Earth.

Perfect Dark

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, Steam, or day one with Game Pass
• The new trailer revealed gameplay for the reboot, featuring Joanna Dark in a near-future Earth facing global disasters.

South of Midnight

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, Steam, cloud, or day one with Game Pass
• Compulsion Games’ South of Midnight, set in the Deep South, will be released in 2025, featuring a darkly beautiful world and magical weaving powers.

State of Decay 3

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, Steam, cloud, or day one with Game Pass
• The new trailer revealed the game’s ambitious open-world zombie survival experience, set years into the apocalypse.

World Premieres and New Games from Partners

Assassin’s Creed Shadows

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S
• Launching on November 15, the game features 16th Century Japan, with two protagonists: Naoe, a shinobi, and Yasuke, a samurai.

Atomfall

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, or day one with Game Pass
• Set in post-war Britain, Atomfall follows a storyline inspired by a real-world nuclear disaster.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, or day one with Game Pass
• This reactive turn-based RPG is set in a surrealist world inspired by France’s La Belle Epoque.

Dragon Age: The Veilguard

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S
• BioWare’s new trailer introduces the Veilguard, a team of seven companions with rich stories, fighting ancient gods.

Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, or day one with Game Pass
• Ashen developer A44's new game, launching on July 18, features fast-paced combat and Souls-like mechanics.

FragPunk

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC
• A competitive 5v5 hero shooter with power-up cards, making its debut at Xbox Games Showcase 2024.

Life Is Strange: Double Exposure

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC
• Max Caulfield returns in this new narrative adventure, set for release on October 29.

Mecha Break

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC
• A multiplayer mech-based shooter with customizable mechs and various game modes, coming to Xbox Series X in August 2024.

Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S
• The remake of the classic game, using Unreal Engine 5, offers enhanced visuals and sounds.

Mixtape

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, cloud, or day one with Game Pass
• From the developers of The Artful Escape, this narrative game explores teenage friendship and formative memories.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, or day one with Game Pass
• The new trailer showcases the game's experiences and non-linear storyline.

Winter Burrow

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, or day one with Game Pass
• A cozy survival game where players build and explore a snow-covered world as a tiny mouse.

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, or day one with Game Pass
• A soulslike action-RPG set in the late Ming Dynasty, where players battle grotesque creatures and uncover the protagonist's lost memories.

New Updates for Live Games

Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, PC via Battle.net, Steam, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4
• The next chapter, featuring the new Spiritborn class, releases on October 8.

The Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Road

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, Steam, Epic Games Store, cloud, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4
• Celebrating a decade of adventures, the latest chapter is available now on PC/Mac and launches on June 18 on consoles.

Fallout 76: Skyline Valley

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, Steam, cloud, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, or day one with Game Pass
• The new expansion introduces fresh locations and challenges, available on June 12.

Sea of Thieves: Season 13

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, Steam, cloud, PlayStation 5, Game Pass
• A fiery new trailer features Captain Flameheart's return, arriving on July 25 as a free update.

Starfield: Shattered Space

• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, Steam, Game Pass
• The first major expansion, along with the June update highlights, was revealed.

World of Warcraft: The War Within

• Platforms: PC via Battle.net
• Blizzard's 10th expansion launches on August 26, with pre-purchases available now.

Hardware Announcements

Three New Xbox Series X|S Console Options

• This holiday season, Xbox introduces three new console options: a 1TB Series S in Robot White, an all-digital Xbox Series X, and a 2TB Xbox Series X Special Edition in Galaxy Black, providing more design, storage, and pricing options.

The incredible lineup of games and new hardware announcements make 2024 an exciting year for Xbox players.

For the second day of Summer Game Fest 2024, we opted not to separate games by presentation titles, as there were only four: Future of Play, Wholesome Direct, Latin America Games, and Women-Led Games. With so few projects, it seemed unnecessary to categorize them. However, we couldn't overlook them entirely, as some exciting titles were showcased!

Croakwood

Croakwood is a charming city-building simulator focused on frogs and nature. Set in an ancient forest, you’ll oversee the growth and development of a delightful community of tiny amphibians. Your mission is to help them thrive in their lush, wild surroundings.

This community in the heart of Croakwood Forest is unique. In this laid-back city-building and management game, you’ll assist the residents in building and expanding their home.

Design and construct various structures, plan and decorate towns, explore the ancient wild forest, and manage the Frog Market, guiding these tiny amphibians towards prosperity and success.

Airborne Empire

Airborne Empire is a unique city-building RPG with an open world. In this game, you create and develop cities that float in the sky.

Explore a vast and rich world filled with dangers, wonders, and mysteries. You will manage a flying city, adjusting its altitude, balance, and thrust. However, sky pirates may disrupt the peaceful city life. Your task is to protect your city and the ground kingdom from their attacks.

Caravan Sandwitch

In Caravan Sandwitch, embark on a sci-fi journey through a world reminiscent of Provence. Step by step, you’ll uncover the mystery of your sister’s disappearance.

Interact with various communities on the planet Cigalo, help them solve their problems, and meet new people along the way. You can explore this amazing world by traveling in a van or on foot.

There are no battles, deaths, or time limits—just you, your van, and the world around you.

Dungeons of Hinterberg

Armed with a sword and a tourist guide, embark on an exciting adventure in the beautiful alpine village of Hinterberg! Uncover secrets hidden in its dungeons and experience the magic of this place.

Welcome to Hinterberg, a new tourist hotspot in the idyllic Austrian Alps! You play as Luisa, an experienced lawyer who decides to take a break from city life and dive into a world of adventure.

In Hinterberg, you’ll find thrilling dungeons filled with puzzles and dangers. Who knows what awaits Luisa on this journey? She might face challenges from day one, or she might become a true master slayer. There’s only one way to find out—embark on this unforgettable adventure!

The game releases on July 18.

Saviorless

Saviorless is a dark fantasy action-platformer with hand-drawn graphics and animation. The game follows two main characters trying to escape from the cursed lands known as the Smiling Isles.

Help a fragile but brave child uncover the secrets of the islands by exploring, solving puzzles, and avoiding dangers lurking in the ruins. A fierce masked avatar protects the children from hordes of bizarre enemies and formidable bosses. Engage in tense battles with the inhabitants of the Smiling Isles who try to stop you on your way to freedom.

The game is already available on Steam.

Beacon of Neyda

In the strategic game Beacon of Neyda, humanity lies in ruins after the failed "Rust Revolution." Your task is to build and protect your base from waves of enemies threatening civilization.

To win, you must repair the main tower at each base, creating a safe space. Sometimes defense is the best offense. Defend and protect your base’s core at all costs!

Explore abandoned locations, but be cautious—the surroundings can be dangerous. Research new technologies to improve your structures and uncover the truth and lies of this world.

Mariachi Legends

You are Pablo Cruz, a Mexican detective chosen by Lady Death to solve the greatest case of your career. Your mission is to retrieve a powerful amulet that could strip her of control over the underworld and ruin the Day of the Dead celebration.

Armed with La Sombra and a Mariachi suit endowed with supernatural abilities, you venture into the underworld to confront the Mariachi Legends and their minions. Your goal is to prevent them from obtaining the amulet and ruining the celebration.

Mariachi Legends combines 2D beat ‘em up elements with vibrant Mexican culture and dynamic gameplay. The responsive and fast combat system, combined with platforming and exploration, creates an immersive atmosphere. In this game, death is not a defeat but another step towards your goal.

Yes, Your Grace: Snowfall

Yes, Your Grace: Snowfall is a cinematic game where you become the ruler of a kingdom.

Take on the role of a king, manage resources, support your subjects, and make tough decisions to ensure your kingdom prospers or falls into ruin.

Explore a world inspired by Slavic folklore, encountering various characters who can bring you problems, assistance, or simply entertain you. Decide whether to help them or save resources for more critical tasks.

Citadelum

Citadelum is a city-building simulator set in legendary Ancient Rome. Gather resources, build and develop a majestic city, explore the world, trade, and lead legions into battle. Earn the favor of the gods or challenge them if you dare.

Future Games Show 2024

The presentation was hosted by Roger Clark and Britt Baron, voice actors known for roles in Red Dead Redemption 2 and Final Fantasy VII Remake, respectively. They did an excellent job, despite some strained jokes.

Bogdan's Cross

Bogdan's Cross is an adventure game set during the Crusades, a time full of dangers and adventures.

Journey with Bogdan, a humble shepherd who becomes a legendary Templar knight. Explore stunning landscapes, uncover secrets and hidden stories, and face doubts and despair.

Though based on real historical events, the game allows creative freedom to craft a captivating fictional narrative.

First Dwarf

First Dwarf is a survival colony-building adventure RPG. Players build bases, erect defenses, and fend off enemies.

The game is set in a fantasy world of floating islands. It’s a true challenge for survival and exploration enthusiasts.

Nobody Wants to Die

Welcome to the dark world of New York in 2329, where humanity has gained immortality at a cost.

Detective James Carr, having barely survived, takes on an unofficial case. Assisted by young police attaché Sarah Kai, they try to catch a serial killer and uncover the dark secrets of the city’s elite. They have a time-control device to unravel this complex mystery.

Detective Dotson

Solve mysteries in modern India! Explore, search for clues, and gather information to find answers.

Detective Dotson, your guide, can pretend to be anyone! Interact with characters who can help you or offer tasks for earning money. Be cautious—they may have hidden motives!

Dredge: The Iron Rig

The Iron Rig is the second official expansion for DREDGE, a fishing adventure with Lovecraftian horror elements and a deep plot.

The expansion adds a new destination with its storyline, items, and dangers. Set sail, find, craft, and deliver items. Help the Iron Harbor Corporation build structures, unlocking new items, devices, and more. Discover their true purpose.

Sword of the Necromancer: Resurrection

Help Tama save Koko using the power of the ancient Necromancer’s sword. Turn enemies into allies and delve deeper into the Necromancer’s dungeon. Gather enough strength to resurrect Koko at any cost!

Now available in 3D with an improved combat system.

Parcel Corps

Ride through the sun-soaked streets of New Island! Three bicycle courier corporations compete for the title of the most profitable business in the city. Choose your side and pedal hard to capture market share, reputation, and income.

Fair competition is threatened by Rich Villane, CEO of Polar Petroleum PLC. His political ambitions clash with the couriers of New Island.

When his plan becomes known, it’s up to you to save the world while delivering food, packages, and documents in under 32 minutes.

Screenbound

Screenbound is a unique platformer. Play from the first-person perspective, and on your Qboy screen, play in 2D.

Encounter environmental puzzles that will make you rethink the boundaries of three-dimensional space. Your jumps and movements reflect like a mirror, but some objects affect the opposite dimension.

Combat takes place in 2D, while loot is obtained in 3D. Explore hidden areas to find unusual items and ideas.

The Relic: First Guardian

In this action RPG, you are the last guardian on an adventure to save a world engulfed in darkness. Once a thriving land, Asiltus is now consumed by an abyss. Your task is to collect the shards of a great relic and seal the abyss.

Experience deep and dynamic gameplay with rune customization. Develop your character using various skills and customizations. Explore the ruined world, following a captivating storyline.

Solve the mystery of Asiltus, gather the relic shards, and lead the world to prosperity. You are Asiltus’ last hope.

The Precinct

The Precinct pays homage to classic cop movies, blending a police simulator with a dynamic sandbox. Patrol the streets, respond to calls, and apprehend criminals.

Experience thrilling chases and shootouts. Observe the gangs of Averno as they fight for control over the restless city. Encounter various crimes, from parking violations to bank robberies and drug sales, with randomly generated scenarios for a new experience each time.

Sacrifire

Sacrifire is a new RPG with both real-time and turn-based combat, featuring stunning pixel art and music by Motoi Sakuraba.

Follow young priest Ezekiel Ridan in a world at war between gods and demons. He must navigate trials, adventures, and choices that change the world.

Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2

Experience the power of a Space Marine. Use deadly skills and weapons to fight Tyranids. Save the Imperium in single-player or multiplayer modes. Participate in epic battles across multiple planets. Uncover dark secrets, repel darkness, and prove loyalty to humanity.

Enjoy a brutal PvE campaign and fierce 6v6 PvP matches.

Release date: September 9.

Schim

In SCHiM, move between shadows in a vibrant world. This 3D platformer combines light, shadow, and animation elements.

A schim is the spirit or essence of any object or being. Every object has a schim, inseparable from the object. Unfortunately, your schim was separated.

Release date: July 18.

Eriksholm: The Stolen Dream

In this stealth game with a deep storyline, explore the city of Eriksholm as Hannah, searching for her missing brother Herman.

Hannah encounters dangerous events that change her life and the city's fate. Use wit and agility to outsmart enemies and uncover secrets behind Herman’s disappearance.

Eriksholm, a northern city inspired by early 20th-century Scandinavia, is full of hiding places and potential dangers. Overcome challenges and reveal the city’s secrets with allies.

Mandragora

Humanity faces monster threats. Feldum’s inhabitants hide behind walls and fences built by leaders. Joy is a luxury for most survivors.

Journey under the night’s cover to save your world! Travel through a world suffering from Entropy. Fight enemies, defeat bosses, find allies, and face ethical dilemmas. Explore many paths in this world.

Pneumata

Residents vanish, screams echo, and Clover Hill’s walls weep bloody tears.

As a detective, uncover the truth behind these events. Restore memories or let the horror consume you. Immerse in survival and psychological horror.

Eternal Strands

Eternal Strands is the first fantasy adventure by Yellow Brick Games. Explore the world, uncover Enclave secrets, and defeat titans.

Play as Brynn, a Weaver determined to bring her people home. Use powerful spells and magical weapons. Fight various enemies and use the environment to your advantage.

The Casting of Frank Stone

Supermassive Games combines storytelling with Dead by Daylight’s dark core in Cedar Hills, haunted by Frank Stone’s ghost. Teenagers face events tied to Stone’s legacy, affecting their lives and families.

NIKODERIKO: The Magical Worlds

Join Nico and Luna in an adventure suitable for all ages. Play together on one couch, exploring mini-maps, chase levels, 3D zones, and underwater adventures.

Despite the impressive growth in viewership, the latest edition of Summer Game Fest 2024 received a mixed reaction from the gaming community. A survey conducted by the show's organizer and host, Geoff Keighley, revealed that over 40% of respondents rated the presentation as a "D or lower," equivalent to 2 points or less on a five-point scale.

Within just eight hours of the poll being launched on the social network X (formerly Twitter), more than 190,000 people had shared their opinions. The results were quite disheartening: only 9.2% of respondents gave the show an "A" (excellent), 24.5% rated it a "B" (good), and 26.8% rated it a "C" (satisfactory).

The comments under the poll indicated that the main disappointment for viewers was the lack of major announcements and surprises. Many felt that compared to previous years, this was one of the weakest editions of Summer Game Fest. Some even called it a "waste of time" and "the dullest gaming show."

However, Geoff Keighley appeared to take the criticism constructively. In his response, he thanked the survey participants for their honest feedback and promised to take all comments into account for future shows. He also noted that despite the mixed reviews, the initial viewership data on YouTube showed an impressive increase of 37% compared to last year.

These figures suggest that interest in Summer Game Fest remains high, even if the content doesn't always meet expectations. After all, this show is one of the main platforms where publishers and developers can present their new projects to millions of gamers worldwide.

It is clear, however, that the organizers of Summer Game Fest have some work to do. They may need to rethink the event's format, focusing more on quality rather than quantity of announcements, or bring in more major industry players who can truly surprise the audience.

The main gaming event of the summer, Summer Game Fest 2024, kicked off on the night of June 8. Here are some of the most exciting trailers revealed during the event.

LEGO Horizon Adventures

This game offers an isometric adventure set in the Horizon universe with a LEGO twist. It features cross-platform play, allowing players on different gaming systems to join the fun together. Solo play is also available.

The cooperative adventure game will be released on PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch in the winter of 2024.

No More Room in Hell 2

"No More Room in Hell 2" is a cooperative action-horror game for up to 8 players. You can start solo and then find friends in the dark to survive together in a dynamic, endless zombie apocalypse.

Players start in different parts of a vast map, aiming to unite and face unknown threats. Cooperation and strategic planning are key to survival as danger lurks in every shadow. Fight relentless enemies or use cunning strategies to reach your goal.

Release date: TBD.

Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions

Take to the skies in classic Quidditch roles: chaser, seeker, keeper, or beater. Engage in intense matches, from the Burrow to the Quidditch World Cup, either solo or with up to three friends.

Form your team, select a map and difficulty level, and start the match. Play solo or in online co-op teams of up to three players. Test your skills against other Quidditch teams.

Level up your character and use skill points to customize your playstyle. Create your own character or play as iconic ones from the Harry Potter universe, showcasing your individuality.

Release date: September 3.

Black Myth: Wu Kong

The trailer for Black Myth: Wu Kong's collector's edition was showcased, focusing on premium editions rather than new gameplay.

Release date: August 20 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series.

Once Human

This multiplayer survival simulator is set in a vast post-apocalyptic world. Team up with friends to fight monsters, uncover conspiracies, compete for resources, and build your territory.

Release date: July 10, 2024, on all current platforms.

Delta Force: Hawk Ops and Delta Force: Black Hawk Down

Delta Force: Hawk Ops is a free tactical first-person shooter continuing the legacy of the Delta Force series.

The game features single-player and multiplayer modes set in two different time periods. In 1993, you become a Delta Force operative, reliving the legendary Black Hawk Down operation with Unreal Engine graphics. In 2035, you join the G.T.I. peacekeeping forces to investigate illegal activities in Ah-Sarrah, a multiplayer experience.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2

Experience a world of prayers, theft, baths, sex, blacksmithing, pillories, horseback battles, and castle sieges. Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 offers a path for every player, with stunning graphics built on the original engine.

Release year: 2024.

The First Descendant

This free third-person cooperative RPG shooter features strategic boss battles in 4-player co-op, unique characters, thrilling shootouts, and lots of loot. Level up by acquiring gear through story quests or world events, where cooperation is key, or by battling massive bosses.

Release date: July 2, 2024.

Dune: Awakening

The storyline trailer of Dune: Awakening explores Paul Atreides' rise as a messiah on Arrakis. This multiplayer survival game is developed by the studio behind Conan: Exiles. Details are scarce at the moment.

Alan Wake 2: Night Springs

The highlight of the presentation was the announcement of an expansion for Alan Wake 2. Available today for those with the Deluxe Edition or upgrade, the expansion lets players take on the roles of waitress Rose, Sheriff Tim Breaker, and Jesse Faden, Director of the Federal Bureau of Control, in three diverse episodes.

Monster Hunter Wilds

Capcom continues to tease their new Monster Hunter game. This time, the trailer showcased a desert biome and sand-dwelling worms, along with a glimpse of the story.

Phantom Blade Zero

The game will be released on PC and PS5.

The grand Summer Game Fest, dedicated to games, is set to begin on June 7. With only a few days left until the event, trailers have been released, providing a glimpse of the games that will be showcased.

What we know

The trailers feature footage of several unreleased games, including Star Wars Outlaws, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Astro Bot, Batman: Arkham Shadow VR, Phantom Blade Zero, Black Myth: Wukong, and the Alan Wake 2 expansion. And that's not all—organizers have certainly planned some "surprises." So, the festival promises to be anything but boring.

The premier gaming event of the summer, Summer Game Fest 2024, is just around the corner. Below is the schedule of all the presentations.

Full Schedule

Friday (07.06.2024):

• 10:00 PM - Future Games Show Summer Showcase
• 12:00 AM - Summer Game Fest 2024
• 2:00 AM - Day of the Devs
• 3:00 AM - Volvy's Birthday Party - Devolver Direct 2024

Saturday (08.06.2024):

• 6:00 PM - Future of Play Direct
• 7:00 PM - Wholesome Direct
• 8:00 PM - Latin American Games Showcase
• 9:30 PM - Women-Led Games

Sunday (09.06.2024):

• 8:00 PM - Xbox Games Showcase
• 9:00 PM - Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Direct
• 11:00 PM - PC Gaming Show

Monday (10.06.2024):

• Time TBD - Ubisoft Forward 2024

Additional Details

One of the main highlights of the Xbox Games Showcase will be the changes in Microsoft's strategy. Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will have a dedicated presentation.

Expected News:

Updates on several previously announced Microsoft exclusives that have been quiet for a while, including Perfect Dark, State of Decay 3, Avowed, South of Midnight, Towerborne, ARA: History Untold, and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.

Expected Premieres:

Gears of War 6, Forza Horizon 6, DOOM: The Dark Ages, Killer Instinct 2.

Additions:

Starfield: Shattered Space, Dragon Age: Dreadwolf. The Future Games Show will feature over 40 games, including world premieres.

Microsoft plans to showcase playable versions of two exclusive games at the Summer Game Fest, according to insider Tom Henderson. The games in question are the role-playing game Avowed and the action-adventure Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.

Henderson reports that trailers or gameplay footage of these titles will be featured during the Xbox Games Showcase on June 9. However, access to the playable versions at the Summer Game Fest will be restricted. Only selected members of the press and YouTubers will have the opportunity to try out Avowed and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Henderson did not specify when they would be allowed to share their experiences.

The decision to present playable versions to the press is likely due to the games' impending release dates. Both Avowed and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle are scheduled for release in 2024, and Henderson believes that the exact release dates will be announced during the Xbox Games Showcase.