Weekly Game News #47 2024
Dear friends,
I hope you are all doing well. This week I have adventures, exciting mysteries, cozy platform games and even a touch of VR horror. My own game is coming along nicely and I'll be releasing my demo version on Steam this week. Other than that, I'm amazed at how active the developer community is on Bluesky. I'm curious to see if it will stay that way.
Anyway, let's start with the new releases for this week.
| Upcoming Games
ION Shift
A fast-paced, hardcore 2D platformer where you control an alien creature navigating a hostile spaceship. Survive soldiers, turrets, and laser drones with dynamic dashes and throwables in sandbox-style combat arenas. It’s stylish, challenging, and endlessly exhilarating!
🔗 Link: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2503950
📅 Release Date: 6 Dec, 2024
🎮 Developer: Electro Soul Games
Fallen Echo
Earth has fallen to alien invaders, and you’re humanity’s last hope. Navigate pixel-art levels filled with traps and alien hordes as you fight to aid the human resistance. With RPG elements and action-packed gameplay, it’s time to reclaim Earth for humanity!
🔗 Link: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3054540
📅 Release Date: 6 Dec, 2024
🎮 Developer: Old Man Studios
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
Step into the fedora of Indiana Jones in 1937. Uncover the mysteries of the Great Circle in a first-person adventure as you race against sinister forces seeking ancient power. Thrilling puzzles and gripping action await!
🔗 Link: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2677660
📅 Release Date: 9 Dec, 2024
🎮 Developer: MachineGames
Legacy of Kainâ„¢ Soul Reaver 1&2 Remastered
Relive the epic tale of Kain and Raziel with remastered graphics celebrating 25 years of Soul Reaver. This legendary action-adventure series is back to enchant both veterans and newcomers.
🔗 Link: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2521380
📅 Release Date: 10 Dec, 2024
🎮 Developer: Aspyr, Crystal Dynamics
The Short Bread Game
Help a quirky piece of bread find its way to the bakery in this cozy platformer. Explore charming environments, dodge enemies, and enjoy witty conversations with an odd friend. It’s delightful, free-to-play, and perfect for a relaxing gaming session.
🔗 Link: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3208250
📅 Release Date: 10 Dec, 2024
🎮 Developer: Ophi
CyberTaxi: Lunatic Nights
Take on the role of a cab driver in a dystopian noir Prison City. Complete missions, fend off thugs, and search for your wrongfully accused sister in this open-world taxi simulator. It’s gritty, dark, and full of action.
🔗 Link: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2927000
📅 Release Date: 16 Dec, 2024
🎮 Developer: Hed Media Games
Alien: Rogue Incursion
Immerse yourself in the chilling Alien universe with this action-horror VR game. Survive terrifying encounters and unravel a new story designed to grip both fans of the franchise and VR newcomers.
🔗 Link: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1850050
📅 Release Date: 19 Dec, 2024
🎮 Developer: Survios
| What to Listen to This Week?
My music recommendation for this week is the Endless Space 2 soundtrack. It's two hours long and creates a good atmosphere.
You can listen to it here:
| Final Thoughts
That's it for this week. Thanks for joining me again. December is going to be a fantastic month for games if the releases continue like this.
I hope you all have a great week. Take care of yourselves and have a good time.
Regards,
Belane
CyberTaxi looks like it could be a lot of fun!
Alien: Rogue Incursion looks like a nightmare...especially in VR.
I'm on the fence about the new Indiana Jones game. I preferred the third-person titles from the early 2000s. I don't know if first-person was the best choice. But I wish it success!