We are facing a few days full of premieres in the interactive entertainment sector and, as usual, we have prepared a complete compilation with the video games that will be released between October 7 and 11, 2024 for Xbox One, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, mobile devices and PC, including the most anticipated titles along with other lesser-known projects.
To anticipate material, during these days the focus of attention is divided between the debut of a renewed version of ‘Silent Hill 2‘, the horror and adventure classic originally released for PlayStation 2, which can now be enjoyed on both PS5 and PC. The release of ‘Undisputed‘, the first major boxing video game in recent years. Finally, we must also pay attention to ‘Vessel of Hatred’, a great expansion of the popular ‘Diablo IV’ for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S|X, PC. But other interesting options are also published such as ‘LEGO Harry Potter Collection Remastered‘, ‘Starship Troopers: Extermination‘, ‘Europe‘ either ‘Metaphor: ReFantazio‘, the new RPG from Atlus and SEGA.
Video games of the week
On Monday, October 7, the premiere of ‘Anima Flux‘(PC); ‘Kind Worlds 2‘(PC); ‘Phoenix Springs‘(PC); ‘Dimensions of Subconsciousness‘(PC); ‘Disney Pixel RPG‘(iPhone); ‘DominoA‘(PC); ‘Kill The Crows‘ (Switch); ‘Mach Wing‘(PC); ‘Necro Story‘ (Xbox Series X/S); ‘Beloved Rapture‘ (PC) and ‘Animal Trainer Simulator‘(PC).
Debuts on TuesdaySilent Hill 2‘ (PS5, PC); ‘Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred‘ (DLC) (PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S|X, PC); ‘Takoyaki Surprise‘(PC); ‘Space Memory: Dogs‘(PC); ‘The drawing of the Gospels‘(PC); ‘LEGO Harry Potter Collection Remastered‘ (PS5, Xbox Series S|X, PC) and ‘Dead Season‘(PC).
October 9 is reserved for ‘Shady Knight‘(PC); ‘Hidden in my Paradise‘ (Switch); ‘If The Dream Of Star‘(PC); ‘Kill Meow‘(PC); ‘Klobgniak‘(PC); ‘Lawnmower Game: 2024‘(PC); ‘Heavy Cargo – The Truck Simulator‘(PC); ‘Glyphica: Typing Survival‘ (PC) and ‘Garage Flipper‘(PC).
The release of ‘Andromeda Survivors‘ (Switch); ‘Amber Isle‘ (PC, Switch); ‘Last Time I Saw You‘ (PC, PS5, Xbox Series S|X, Switch); ‘Sky Oceans: Wings for Hire‘ (PS5, Series S|X, PC, Switch); ‘Guild Saga: Vanished Worlds‘(PC); ‘Diceomancer‘(PC); ‘The Sekimeiya: Spun Glass‘ (Switch) and ‘Storage Hunter Simulator‘(PC).
Finally, on Friday, October 11, ‘Undisputed‘ (PC, PS5, Xbox Series S|X); ‘Metaphor: ReFantazio‘ (PS4, PS5, Xbox Series S|X, PC); ‘Wizards Owl: Magic Delivery‘ (Switch); ‘Slenderman: Shadow of the Forest‘(PC); ‘Starship Troopers: Extermination‘ (PS5, Xbox Series S|X, PC); ‘Europe‘ (PC, Switch); ‘Thronefall‘ (PC, Switch) and ‘Transformers: Galactic Trials‘ (PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S|X, PC, Switch).
Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred (DLC) – Released October 8, 2024
Platforms: PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S|X, PC
‘Diablo IV’ expands with a mega expansion that introduces a generous amount of new features to the Blizzard game, which will introduce both the new Nahantu region and the long-awaited Spiritualist class. The launch will be accompanied by a large free update that will be available to all owners of the video game and will modify the progression system, introduce new difficulty levels, add two additional character slots and more skills for all the classes represented in the title.
The base game available to all players will be affected with a new level cap of 60; an unprecedented difficulty system; maximum legend level increased to 300; changes to the legend system and item quality; two new character slots; more skills and passives for all classes; the group finder feature; seasonal content and rewards (season journal, battle pass, reputation panel).
Silent Hill 2 – Released October 8, 2024
Platforms: PC, PS5
Konami and the developer Bloober Team invite us to rediscover ‘Silent Hill 2’ with a renewed version of the 2001 bestseller for PlayStation 5, PC (later on Xbox). One of the main objectives of the production is to preserve the atmosphere that made that installment so exceptional, while updating many aspects of the general gameplay to adapt it to new audiences.
While fans of the series are used to PlayStation 2 graphics, the redesigned version of Konami’s title has been developed with Unreal Engine 5 and will feature two new features called Lumen and Nanite. The first of these is a dynamic lighting solution that reacts to scene and light changes. Meanwhile, the second is a system that allows artists to create worlds full of details and more realistic environments. These techniques are intended to increase the dose of terror and promote more oppressive environments.
Metaphor: ReFantazio – Release October 11, 2024
Platforms: PS4, PS5, Xbox Series S|X, PC
‘Metaphor: ReFantazio’ is the name of the new franchise from Atlus, creators of ‘Persona 3’, ‘4 and 5’. The game is presented as an action role-playing experience in a fantasy world, with puzzles to solve, tactical combat and multiple choice dialogue. The format offers an action adventure that mixes real-time and turn-based elements, with a completely oriental aesthetic style that has already caught the attention of manga and anime lovers.
The proposal involves making ‘Metaphor’ one of their next big hits along with ‘Persona’ and the ‘Shin Megami Tensei’ franchise. In response to these expectations, the development team, on this occasion, presents a fantasy role-playing game, different from the urban setting that they usually offer to their audience. If you are interested, you can check the result with a demo that is available on all platforms, which will allow you to know at least the beginning of the story and its gameplay proposal.
Undisputed – Released October 11, 2024
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series S|X
The long-awaited moment has arrived to enter the ring with ‘Undisputed’, the first “big boxing title” of the last decade. The title aims to live up to its name and become the king of games in its category. For this it has more than 60 different blows, voice-overs from well-known referees and commentators, as well as a roster with more than 50 athletes, including Tyson Fury, Canelo Alvarez, Deontay Wilder, Katie Taylor and a complete women’s division in 6 unique fight locations, including a large arena and the Coldwell Gym.
Its main features include a footwork mechanic, which includes a modified loose movement to help players move around the ring with ease. It can be hit from multiple angles and directions, as well as feinted to set a trap and counterattack. There will also be no shortage of tools necessary to become a defense wizard and combinations of punching, weaving, dodging and blocking over physics-based interactions: punches can sometimes go around or even through the guard.