Gamescom 2024 roundup: The biggest announcements and trailers we saw at the show's Opening Night Live
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Note: This feature was first published on 22 August 2024.
The event is from 21 August to 25 August. Photo: Gamescom
Gamescom 2024 has arrived! The event, hosted by Geoff Keighley was packed with exciting news and reveals about upcoming games. From the announcement of anticipated sequels such as Borderlands 4 to gameplay showcases such as Sid Meier's Civilization VII, there was something for everyone.
If you missed the live broadcast, don’t worry. Here’s a quick summary of the major announcements from the two-and-a-half-hour-ish-long video.
Borderlands 4
Kicking off the slew of announcements is Borderlands 4. Developer Gearbox has confirmed that Borderlands 4 will be coming in 2025. The trailer was mostly CG and didn’t show any actual gameplay but the description in the trailer had this to say:
“In this next instalment of the definitive looter shooter, players will assume the role of a legendary Vault Hunter as they blast their way through hordes of enemies in search of new treasures to loot on an all-new planet.”
Take the statement as you may, but fingers crossed that the game doesn’t fall flat like it did in the recent movie.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 made a splash at Gamescom with a preview of its single-player campaign. Set in the early 1990s, the campaign explores the aftermath of the Cold War and interestingly, touches on the Gulf War too
The showcased mission, called Most Wanted, offered a glimpse into the game's action-packed gameplay. While the beginning of the trailer focused on a more cinematic approach, with camera work taking centre stage, the action quickly escalated into classic Call of Duty fare. Expect explosions, ziplines, car chases, and the familiar thrill of gunfights.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is set to launch on 25 October for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC and will be available on Xbox Game Pass from day one.
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves received a significant spotlight at Gamescom 2024. While the Opening Night Live trailer focused on the new look of fan-favourite Mai Shiranui, a more comprehensive official trailer which is shown above was released afterwards showcasing a deeper dive into the upcoming fighting game.
The official trailer reveals a roster of 22 playable characters, with five additional characters planned for the DLC season pass. Fatal Fury: City of Wolves is set for release on 24 April 2025, on the PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via Steam or Epic Games.
Squid Game: Unleashed
Netflix Games has announced Squid Game: Unleashed, a new video game based on the popular South Korean TV series, Squid Games.
The game will allow players to experience the challenges featured in the show. Players will have to navigate through a series of traps and puzzles, akin to the deadly games played in the TV series. While no specific release date has been announced yet, Squid Game: Unleashed is expected to be available via Netflix's gaming section soon.
Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals, a free-to-play 6v6 team-based shooter featuring iconic Marvel characters, will launch on December 6, NetEase Games announced during Gamescom Opening Night Live.
Two iconic heroes, Captain America and the Winter Soldier, were revealed for the game. Winter Soldier brings his signature firearms and robotic arm to the battlefield, while Captain America wields his iconic vibranium shield, which is capable of both defence and offence.
Goat Simulator Remastered
One of the more unexpected announcements in the night was Goat Simulator: Remastered. The game was unveiled in a surprising trailer that references various classic video games, including Skyrim and Grand Theft Auto.
This remastered version of the popular 2014 game from Coffee Stain Studios will feature updated visuals, improved gameplay, and all previously released DLC content, including DLCs that were exclusive to the mobile version. Though there is no specific release date yet, Goat Simulator: Remastered is scheduled for release later this year.
No More Room In Hell 2
Originally released in 2013, No More Room In Hell 2 is a cross-platform multiplayer zombie co-op shooter showcased by Torn Banner Studios. The game allows up to eight players to work together to survive an onslaught of zombie waves.
In the trailer, the game sees a brand new area, a massive church-like power plant perfect for some zombie action. There is no official release date yet but early access is expected to arrive around Halloween.
Monument Valley 3
It's not just Squid Games. Monument Valley 3 is coming to Netflix gaming too. You heard that right. Exclusively available for Netflix Subscribers on 10 December, Monument Valley will bring along new art styles, gameplay mechanics, and more.
Besides Monument Valley 3, Netflix has also announced that it will be adding the first two games to its gaming library. Monument Valley will be the first to arrive on 19 September, followed by Monument Valley 2 on 29 October.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
We have a release date now. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle will be available on December 9 for Xbox Series X/S consoles, PC and Game Pass. The game will then launch on PlayStation 5 in Spring 2025. Pre-orders for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle are now opened for Xbox Series X/S consoles and PC, with wishlisting also available on PlayStation.
Developed by MachineGames in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is set between the events of Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade.
Those who purchase the Premium Edition, Premium Upgrade or Collector's Edition of the game will receive 3 days of early access, beginning on 6 December. The Premium and Premium Upgrade editions will also include The Order of the Giants story DLC, as well as additional in-game cosmetics.
Finally, the Collector’s Edition of the game will feature an 11-inch Great Circle globe with a puzzle mechanic, an Allmaker Relic replica, an Adventure Journal, and a SteelBook display case, in addition to all the digital content. More information about Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is available on the official website here.
Arc Raiders
From the makers of The Finals, Embark Studios has provided an update on its brand-new team shooter, Arc Raiders. Originally announced as a free-to-play game, Arc Raiders has undergone changes and will now be a paid title. The game is set to launch in 2025, and a playtest is scheduled for sometime this fall.
More information about the game is available on the official website here.
Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero
Kamehameha! Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero, the latest instalment in the Budokai Tenkaichi series is set to launch on 11 October and Bandai Namco has recently released a new trailer showcasing battles featuring Goku and more.
Genshin Impact
Great news for Xbox players! The free-to-play adventure RPG Genshin Impact is coming to Xbox Series X/S and the Xbox Game Pass on 20 November.
Accompanying the announcement is a new gameplay trailer showcasing the latest Natlan Region coming as part of Update 5.0. It seems that all that's left for Genshin is their announcement for Switch compatibility (cross fingers). In the meantime, check out our article on Update 5.0 here.
Zenless Zone Zero
HoYoverse made two appearances this time around showcasing updates to for Zenless Zone Zero and Honkai: Star Rail in quick succession.
The first trailer teased two new playable characters, Candice and Caesar King, who have made their presence through the story campaign. Besides them, the trailer also unveiled a completely new area within the game. Toward the end, we see this area, which looks strikingly different from the Urban look of New Eridu we are used to.
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