Summer Game Fest 2024

[Selbaek]

Summer Game Fest 2024
Watch the show | 49+ games shown

Geoff Keighley has once again brought back that special E3-like feeling with the Summer Game Fest series of events. Starting with his own big show, this aims to have a lot of high-profile showcases and reveals, as well as comments from developers and updates from publishers about upcoming titles. This year, the show was pretty highly regarded, as the only other show it had in comparison was the PlayStation State of Play, which did not seem to have much in the way of exciting upcoming titles.

Lego Horizon Adventures Watch the trailer | Official PS blog entry | PlayStation 5 / PC / Nintendo Switch | Release: Holiday 2024

That's right, the show kicks off with a PlayStation first-party IP, and it's coming to multiple platforms! Taking a more light-hearted approach to Aloy's story in Horizon: Zero Dawn, the world is completely recreated with Lego, and - in Lego game fashion - touts couch or online co-op multiplayer modes.

No More Room in Hell 2 Watch the trailer | PC | Release: Early Access Halloween 2024

No More Room in Hell 2 is an intense permadeath co-op journey into the eerie darkness of zombie-infested zones. The first game is free to play and seems to have a very positive reception. Seems like fans of the franchise have a lot to look forward to.

Harry Potter: Quiddich Champions Watch the trailer | All platforms | Release: 2024-09-03

There hasn't been a Quiddich-specific Harry Potter game since the generation 6 systems. Fans of the older game are ecstatic that a new one is releasing. This one seems to imply there will be story and character development elements.

CUFFBUST Watch the trailer | Steam | Release: 2025

This is a crazy little co-op jailbreak game with fast-paced arcadey-like gameplay and seems like great fun with friends. You play as koala-looking aliens and I feel like it just adds so much to the charm of this kooky game.

Star Wars Outlaws Watch the teaser | Xbox Series X|S / PlayStation 5 / Ubisoft Connect | Release: 2024-08-30

A short teaser trailer to garner a little hype for the full trailer and gameplay reveal coming later in the Ubisoft Forward presentation.

Neva Watch the trailer | All platforms | Release: 2024

New gameplay footage was showcased here, showing a lot more of the problem solving and combat shared between the main character and Neva, the wolf. From the creators of Gris, this game looks to feel as relatable and wholesome as games prior.

Civilization VII Watch the trailer | Official 2K article | PlayStation 4/5 / Xbox One/Series X|S / Steam | Release: 2025

The next game in Cid Meier's Civilization series has finally been announced. Not much to say on this one, as not much was shown. There will be a gameplay showcase later this August, however!

Black Myth: Wukong Watch the trailer | PlayStation 5 / PC | Release: 2024-08-20

A new game following the classic story "Journey to the West." There have been gameplay trailers in the past, but this trailer seems to have just been to garner hype for the release date, which is soon!

Once Human Watch the trailer | PC | Release: 2024-07-09

Fight against Deviants and other humans in a vast open-world environment. It's an interesting premise in an otherwise overabundant genre.

Warhammer 40K: Space Marine II Watch the trailer | PlayStation 5 / Xbox Series X|S / PC | Release: 2024-09-09

A Third-person action game much like the first Space Marine entry. There will be a gameplay overview trailer on June 20th at 12pm ET.

Metaphor: ReFantazio Watch the trailer | Xbox Series X|S / PC | Release: 2024-10-11

This game is from many developers who have worked on games like Persona, and other Atlus-based projects.

Batman: Arkham Shadows Watch the trailer | Meta Quest 3 | Release: Fall 2024

A return to the Arkhamverse, this time a wholly VR affair. An official gameplay trailer is coming at Gamescom.

Street Fighter 6: Year 2 DLC Fighters Watch the trailer | Playstation 4/5 | Xbox Series X|S | PC | Release: 2024-2025

Over the next year, Street Fighter 6 will release at least the four characters shown in this trailer: M. Bison, Elena, Terry Bogard (from Fatal Fury/King of Fighters), and Mai Shiranui (from Fatal Fury/King of Fighters).

Tears of Metal Watch the trailer | Steam | Release: 2025

This is a fun looking rogue-like co-op hanck'n'slash game. Carve through hordes of enemies to reclaim your island with the help of your formidable Scottish battalion.

DRAGON BALL: Sparking! Zero Watch the trailer | PlayStation 5 / Xbox Series X|S / Steam | Release: 2024-10-11

The next game in the Dragon Ball series is a lean on the Budokai Tenkaichi series. Epically themed fights with scenes from the show between the action is sure to excite the fans.

Delta Force: Hawk Ops Watch the trailer | PlayStation / Xbox / PC | Release: Global PC Alpha Test in July 2024

Touts itself as the "Definitive Free-to-Play All-Platformer Tactical Shooter." Looks like a game where you squad up with some buddies and take on cooperative missions. This is a return to the series after a hiatus since 2009!

Delta Force: Hawk Ops - Black Hawk Down Watch the trailer | PlayStation / Xbox / PC | Release: Global PC Alpha Test in July 2024

This is not a stand-alone game, but a secondary announcement for a campaign mode of the previously mentioned Delta Force: Hawk Ops. It's aimed as a remake of the 2003 classic generation 6 PS2/Xbox title. Here is an interesting comparison video showing the old game next to this new iteration.

Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Watch the trailer | PlayStation 4/5 / Xbox Series X|S / PC | Release: Early 2025

The second announcement trailer for this entry in the Fatal Fury franchise. Showcasing B. Jenet and Vox Reaper as returning characters.

Battle Crush Watch the trailer | Nintendo Switch / Steam / Mobile | Release: Early Access June 27

A MOBA-style Battle-Royale Brawler game, which aims to be as charming as I'm sure it will be addictive. This trailer introduces the characters Urus, Poseidon, Lops and Ares.

Mecha BREAK Watch the trailer | PlayStation 5 / Xbox Series X|S / PC | Release: Closed Beta Test August 2024

A competitive action game where you squad up for 3v3 or 6v6 matches, or go battle-royale style in 60-player PvEvP gameplay.

Blumhouse Games Sizzle Reel Watch the trailer | PC & Console | Release: Mostly TBD

Blumhouse, the horror movie publishing powerhouse, has expanded into gaming. This sizzle reel features a few of the titles in development from the studios they are proudly publishing, including Fear the Spotlight (Cozy Game Pals), The Simulation (Playmestudio) and Project C (from the visionary minds of Sam Barlow and Brandon Cronenburg). Fear the Spotlight will be their first release, which gets a debut trailer in the Day of the Devs presentation.

Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind Watch the trailer | All Platforms | Release: Late 2024

A retro-inspired pixelated and low-poly beat-em-up with some on-rails segments. Feels like a one-up version of TMNT: Shredder's Revenge.

Deer & Boy Watch the trailer | Steam | Release: 2024

A story about a deer and a boy who band together to overcome obstacles on their way towards... I guess getting away from the corrupted beasts of the world. It looks charming!

Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Watch the trailer | PlayStation 5 / Xbox Series X|S / PC | Release: 2024

Share in the adventures of Henry as you explore the beautiful but unforgiving world set amid the chaos of a civil war in 15th Century Bohemia.

Slitterhead Watch the trailer | PlayStation 4/5 / Xbox Series X|S / PC | Release: 2024-11-08

From the creator of Silent Hill, Siren and Gravity Rush comes a new horror action/adventure game in a world plagued by demons, utilizing a mechanic similar to Siren's "slightjacking."

Killer Bean Watch the trailer | Release: Early Access Summer 2024

An upcoming third-person roguelike shooter that takes place after the film "Killer bean Forever."

Cairn Watch the trailer | Steam & Consoles | Release: 2025

Reach a summit never climbed before in this survival-climber from the creators of Furi and Haven. Climb anywhere and plan your route carefully, managing pitons and resources to survive the unforgiving Mount Kami. Discover what Aava is willing to sacrifice to achieve the ascent of a lifetime.

WANDERSTOP Watch the trailer | PlayStation 5 / Steam | Release: 2024

A narrative-centric cozy game about change and tea. Looks like the main character has some inner demons to deal with.

Unknown 9: Awakening Watch the trailer | PlayStation 4/5 / Xbox One/Series X|S / PC | Release: Fall 2024

A mentor lost, a life-long calling revealed. Can Haroona prevent humanity’s best-kept secrets from falling into the wrong hands? This story is a part of a larger scale universe, with comics, novels and even a scripted podcast aiding in the franchise's world building.

Enotria: The Last Song Watch the trailer | PlayStation 5 / Xbox Series X|S / PC | Release: 2024-09-19

Become the Mask of Change and free a world of unwilling actors, stuck in an eternal script not of their making. A demo is available until July 30.

The First Descendant Watch the trailer | PlayStation 5 / Xbox Series X|S / PC | Release: 2024-07-02

A next-generation third-person co-op action RPG looter shooter based on the anime series. The peace of Ingris is in the hands of Descendants, who inherited their power from the Ancestors.

Innersloth: Outersloth Sizzle Reel Watch the trailer | Release: Mostly TBD

The creators of Among Us is fueling an initiative called "Outersloth" to publish some Indie games from varying developers, premiering games such as "Mars First Logistics," "Battle Suit Aces," "Mossfield Archives," "ONE BTN BOSSES," "Rogue Eclipse" and "Project Dosa."

Among Us Animated Series Watch the trailer | Release: Coming Soon

An animated series based on the hit Indie game "Among Us." Unknown where it will be aired, but it is a CBS production.

Sonic X Shadow Generations Watch the trailer | All platforms | Release: 2024-10-25

This is a remaster of 2011's "Sonic Generations" with an addition campaign starring Shadow the Hedgehog.

Dune: Awakening Watch the trailer | Release: TBD

This is an open-world survival MMO based in the world of Dune, following an alternate timeline where Paul Atreides was never born, and instead his mother gave birth to a female as she was ordered to. More information coming in a Dune: Awakening direct on June 20, 2024.

Battle Aces Watch the cinematic trailer | Watch the gameplay trailer | Steam | Release: TBD

A new RTS similar to games like Starcraft that aims to bring the fast-paced action of the RTS genre while bringing inviting modern simplicity. Currently you can sign up to join its closed beta.

THE FINALS | Season 3 Watch the trailer | PlayStation 5 / Xbox Series X|S / Steam | Release: 2024-06-13

THE FINALS welcomes you to Kyoto 1568! Compete in the new Ranked League System in Terminal Attack, a 5v5 game of attack and defend mode where the best of the best might earn Ruby Rank by the end of the season!

Alan Wake II - Night Springs Watch the trailer | Release: Shadow-dropped 2024-06-07

The first major expansion to the hit game Alan Wake II. It looks to have a little light-heartedness based on the trailer's presentation.

New World: Aeternum Watch the trailer | PlayStation 5 / Xbox Series X|S / PC | Release: 2024-10-15

Experience a thrilling open-world action RPG set on the supernatural island of Aeternum. As a shipwrecked explorer who washes ashore on the mysterious island, forge your destiny on an adventure filled with danger and opportunity.

Honkai: Star Rail Watch the trailer | Release: TBD

A sneak peek at the upcoming expedition featuring a beloved character who is clearly ready for the forthcoming journey with her brand new look.

Dark and Darker Watch the trailer | PC | Release: TBD

This PvPvE hardcore FPS fantasy-based dungeon crawler has hit early access on Steam, Epic Games, and their own Blacksmith launcher as a free to play title.

Kunitsu-gami: Path of the Goddess Watch the trailer | PlayStation 4/5 / Xbox One/Series X|S / PC | Release: 2024-07-19

Slice with elegant, dance-like sword moves and strategically command villagers against ominous foes in this one-of-a-kind Kagura Action Strategy game.

Hyper Light Breaker Watch the trailer | Steam | Release: Early Access Late Summer 2024

A new co-op rogue-lite adventure set in the beloved Hyper Light Drifter universe.

Party Animals Watch the trailer | Xbox One/Series X|S / PC | Release: 2023-09-20

This game has been out for a while, but I believe this is showcasing a few new game modes. The game will join the summer Steam sale starting June 27th.

skate. Watch the teaser | Release: TBD

An update trailer to let us know they're still working on the next skate game. Console playtesting is coming this Fall.

Palworld | Sakurajima Update Watch the trailer | Xbox One/Series X|S / PC | Release: 2024-06-27

The first big expansion to this nearly IP-infringing franchise.

VALORANT Console Announcement Watch the trailer | PlayStation 5 / Xbox Series X|S / PC | Release: Limited beta begins 2024-06-14

Valorant is coming to consoles! Oh boy!

Monster Hunter Wilds Watch the gameplay trailer | Release: 2025

Summer Game Fest got the second, and longer trailer for Monster Hunter (the first trailer debuted at the May PlayStation State of Play) which showcases gameplay.

Phantom Blade Zero Watch the trailer | PlayStation 5 | Release: TBD

New trailer of Phantom Blade Zero, giving a sneak peek to the latest development of the game, featuring never-shown-before footage depicting high-speed combat and multiple weapons, among other game play elements. Announcement of a World Tour Demo.

[Selbaek]

Whew! Summer Game fest had a shit ton of games showcased. I had to allow myself a higher character limit as everything came out to around nearly double the character limit for a post. Sheesh! Lots to digest here, but there are some good ones to talk about!

[Random Encounter]

That is a lot to digest, but I appreciate you going through all the effort! We're not going to want for games to play, that's for sure.