The year 2023, despite its challenges, was a remarkable period for the gaming industry, delivering a plethora of exceptional titles. However, 2024 is not showing any signs of slowing down. The early months of this year are shaping up to be an extraordinary period in video gaming history, packed with highly anticipated releases.
Traditionally, the first quarter of a year is a quieter time for game releases, allowing players to catch up on titles they might have missed. This trend, however, has been shifting recently. The early months of 2023 saw significant releases like the Dead Space Remake, Hogwarts Legacy, and Hi-Fi Rush, setting a new precedent.
2024 is continuing this trend vigorously. Within just the first eight weeks, over a dozen notable games are launching, many of which have generated considerable buzz in the gaming community.
The Exciting Early Lineup of 2024
Here’s a glimpse of what January and February have in store:
- January brings a diverse range of titles, including “Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown” (January 18), “The Last of Us Part II Remastered” (January 19), “Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy” (January 25), “Tekken 8” (January 26), “Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth” (January 26), and “BlazBlue Entropy Effect” (January 31).
- February is just as packed, featuring “Granblue Fantasy: Relink” (February 1), “Persona 3 Reload” (February 2), “Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League” (February 2), “Helldivers 2” (February 8), “Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden” (February 13), “Mario Vs. Donkey Kong” (February 16), “Skull and Bones” (February 16), “Nightingale” (February 22), “Pacific Drive” (February 22), “Brothers: A Tale Of Two Sons Remake” (February 28), “Star Wars Dark Forces Remaster” (February 28), and “Final Fantasy VII Rebirth” (February 29).
Among these, titles like “Prince of Persia,” “Final Fantasy VII Rebirth,” “Helldivers 2,” and “Pacific Drive” are particularly noteworthy. “Skull & Bones” also piques interest, especially given its history of delays.
No Reprieve in Sight
For those hoping for a break in this relentless release schedule, March doesn’t offer much relief. The month is set to deliver titles like “Dragon’s Dogma 2,” “Homeworld 3,” “Princess Peach Showtime,” the “Alone in the Dark” reboot, and “Rise of the Rōnin.”
As 2024 unfolds with its packed release calendar, it poses the question: Can it match or even surpass 2023’s historic output? If the opening weeks are any indication, 2024 might just be another landmark year for gaming enthusiasts, though it might not be great news for their wallets.