The August 2024 lineup is surprisingly opulent with releases based on a galaxy far, far away and a colorful, comprehensive JRPG world to explore. Let’s take a look at some of the bigger releases!
Black Myth: Wukong (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
Publisher: Game Science
Developer: Game Science
Price: $59.99
Release date: August 20
Trailer
Continuation Elden Ring: Shadow of Erdtree, Black Myth Wukong looks set to be another epic action RPG worth waiting for. Steeped in Chinese mythology, the game sees us take on the role of the Destined One as he attempts to complete his journey to the West. We’ll employ a staff, as well as a variety of spells, skills, weapons, and gear to defeat enemies that stand in our way. If the game’s visuals are anything like the gameplay trailers, we should expect a visual feast as well.
However, it should be remembered that Game Science allegedly had a problematic work culture, as reported by IGN.
Concord (PS5, PC)
Publisher: PlayStation
Developer: Firewalk Studios
Price: $39.99
Release date: August 23
Trailer
I must admit that I wasn’t sure if Agreement should be on the most anticipated August 2024 games list, but it’s a first-party game from one of the industry’s smartest publishers, PlayStation. An attempt to bite the live-service audience that plays games like Oversee AND Paladins, This shooter features characters with colorful personalities and completely different play styles.
These Freegunners attack their enemies in the style of Braun Strowman in WWE, employ a vacuum cleaner as an offensive weapon and can see through walls using their stealth skills. The game is indeed different from the competition, but it fails to stand out in a crowded market, especially after a impoverished first impression from PlayStation fans. Many feel the game was tardy to the party. At least there will be some narrative element with a recent cutscene released each week. Let’s hope it overcomes the odds and finds success when it releases on August 23rd.
Madden NFL 25 (PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
Publisher: EA
Developer: Tiburon
Price: $69.99
Release date: August 16
Trailer
America’s favorite pastime returns to the gaming world with Madden NFL 25 after a successful debut College Football 25. This year Go crazy, According to EA, FieldSense is a recent physics-based tackling system that “unlocks realistic collisions and new gameplay animations on both sides of the ball.” Steam game pageThe game also introduces a recent Ball Carrier Balance System and other features that we hope will make the game more realistic than ever.
Those looking for recent moves on the pitch will be pleased Madden NFL 25 game. EA says these are “some of the most inventive team playbooks in the game.” If you pre-order NFL-25 Deluxe Edition: Get three days of early access.
Star Wars Outlaws (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
Publisher: Ubisoft
Developer: Massive Entertainment
Price: $69.99
Release date: August 30
Trailer
Star Wars: Outlaws is Ubisoft’s next massive open-world game to explore, and this time you’ll take on the role of bounty hunter Kay Vess, who takes on high-stakes missions across the galaxy. Your decisions will have an impact, as your affiliations with the factions in the game will determine Kay’s future and reputation. In addition to blasting enemies with a blaster and exploring the first open world star Wars In the game, you’ll be flying through space with the Trailblazer. You’ll even get into dogfights with units like stormtroopers and pirates among the stars.
In our preview, it was said that space combat is similar to Star Wars Squadrons, stating that “Avoiding asteroids and space debris while flying around and dealing with enemies is always fun, and it looks like the systems used to do so are a big part of Star Wars: Outlaws and not just an additional function.”
Visions of Mana (PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
Publisher: Square Enix
Developer: Square Enix
Price: $59.99
Release date: August 29
Trailer
Visions of Mana seems to hit many of the points that JRPG fans crave in the genre. It has energetic graphics with an anime-inspired art style, a seemingly fast-paced action RPG combat system, and vast open areas to explore with different biomes to find. You can also ride an adorable dog-like creature called a pikul. This is a massive deal for many Square Enix fans, as it will be the first recent Mana game in 15 years.
“Open zones and linear combat sections, combined with lively traversal and good, solid action, complemented by great graphics and music, give me the feeling of firing up a classic RPG on a Saturday morning,” we read in our preview.
Awards
The August 2024 gaming lineup is packed with exhilarating titles, so it was demanding to pick just five to showcase in this article. For example, there’s a promising indie sequel Cat Task III on the horizon. Next World of Warcraft expansion is also heading in our direction.
- Tomba! Special Edition (PS4, PS5, Switch, PC) – August 1
- Closer distance (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – August 2
- Goo World 2 (PC, Switch, iOS, Linux) – August 2nd
- Ava’s Creatures (Xbox Series X|S, PC) – August 7
- Cat Task III (PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC) – August 8
- Tied to Death (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – August 8
- Steamworld Heist II (PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC)
- Should of Giants: The Ultimate (PS5, PC) – August 12th
- Sam & Max: Devil’s Cottage Renovated (PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC) – August 14
- Dusty (PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – August 20
- Guild Wars 2: Janthir Wildlands (PC) – August 20
- World of Warcraft: The War Within (PC, Mac) – August 26
- Emio – Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club (Switch) – August 29
- Gori: Cozy Massacre (PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC)
- Gundam Breaker 4 (PS4, PS5, Switch, PC) – August 29
