Since the new normal involves a lot of sitting around the house, video and mobile games are getting a ton of attention. In fact out these games are becoming the entertainment of choice for many and so any new releases are highly anticipated.
As you can imagine after someone's played the same game a few hundred times, they get pretty excited when the announcement of a new game in the works comes out. With games becoming more advanced and technically diverse, it comes as no surprise that they are so popular.
Alongside the coming of numerous video games, are the shifting console market trends, ushering in a new era of high-functioning machines including the likes of PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. Below are four games we’re excited about right now. Take a look.
The Last of Us Part II
Slated to come out in a few days, June 19, 2020, to be exact, this game earns a rightful spot on this list, especially considering how its predecessor last came out in 2013. In this version, the gameplay continues to take place through the eyes of Ellie herself as she soldiers on a brutal world.
Apart from the complex and downright visually compelling graphics, The Last of Us Part II takes players across an emotionally mapped trajectory that gives a glimpse of Ellie’s seeming desire for her dead lover. Let fear and excitement take place with this video game.
Halo Infinite
Coming in a few months for winter 2020, Microsoft’s Halo finally makes an appearance after a long time with its classic games that you have come to love on your Xbox consoles and even on an online platform.
In yet another appearance, Master Chief takes the lead in Halo Infinite together with his classic shooter style that makes for a fun and exciting gameplay.
Cyberpunk 2077
Keanu Reeves is certainly not going away anytime soon as he makes his presence known in this highly anticipated game coming on September 17, 2020. Although staying true to its role-playing gameplay, Cyberpunk 2077 takes on a different route by undertaking a first-person perspective.
Even without John Wick himself, this game makes a formidable case for itself with its cinematic approach to its graphics as well as its numerous mission and story choices that keep you hooked to the video game. This game will be coming to PS4, Xbox One, and PC platforms soon, so watch out.
Marvel’s Avengers
For Marvel fans and enthusiasts looking to fill the void left by the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), look no further than this non-movie-based game. With the likes of Iron Man, Captain America, and The Hulk returning on your screens, this video game is sure to be a blast with its exciting stories.
This game takes place in the aftermath of the group’s disbandment, although new challenges urge the team to once more team up to help save the world. An action-packed campaign, this game also boasts of its live service and cooperative features, making the September 4 launch worth it.
The Bottom Line
From the looks of it, the gaming industry is helping make this bittersweet year a good one with its jaw-dropping video games. If you are a fan of these games, make sure to watch out for its respective releases.
