The first autumn month of 2018 promises a real feast for fans of various genres. There are an incredible number of games coming out (and I don’t even want to talk about additions) and in order not to get bogged down in listing more or less promising projects, I focus readers’ attention on the most interesting, from my point of view.
In addition to the projects listed in the selection, time-tested sports simulators, such as NBA 2K19 (7.09), NHL 19 (14.09) and FIFA 19 (25.09) will receive an annual re-release - there is no point in praising them in detail (“those who hip will understand”), but it would be wrong to forget.
Game release calendar on PC and consoles: September 2018
compiled in accordance with the personal gaming preferences of the author of the publication
The most anticipated game of the month (IMHO): Dragon Quest XI
Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age (PS4, PC): September 4
The next part of the cult series of games in the JRPG genre opens the September selection. The ratings are already known - the average score on Metacritic was 88% and, in fact, the only question is which one is worth purchasing for your personal game library.
Marvel's Spider-Man (PS4): September 7
My “spidey sense” for good games rarely lets me down, and I don’t think I’ll be wrong this time either—it’s highly likely that one of the “one bottles” awaits us. The reputation of the Insomniac Games studio, untarnished by hackwork, and the large funds invested by Sony in support set the mood exclusively for a positive mood.
Yo-kai Watch Blasters (3DS): September 7
The spinoff of the main Yo-kai Watch series from Level-5 will traditionally be released in more than one version, this time there are two of them: Red Cat Corps and White Dog Squad. For those who are not familiar with the series, a little educational opportunity... this is a series of games, like Pokemon with its own indescribable flavor.
Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna ~ The Golden Country (Switch): September 14
It's rare that I include add-ons for already released games, but I'll make an exception. When the presentation of The Golden Country took place... for several minutes I was absolutely sure that this was the announcement of a full-fledged new part of Xenoblade - that’s the impression I got.
Shadow of the Tomb Raider (PS4, Xbox One, PC): September 14
The developers are positioning the next part of Tomb Raider as the final part of the trilogy about the formation of Lara Croft, which somehow implies that the project will contain all the best developments recent years. Playing the latest parts and watching gameplay videos... I readily believe that they will succeed.
The Bard's Tale IV: Barrows Deep (PS4, Xbox One, PC): September 18
Incredible but true! The release of the new part of The Bard’s Tale, number 4, will take place as much as 30 years after the release of the third... therefore, it makes no sense to talk about “what and how it happened”, but the fact that inXile Entertainment has become skilled in the reincarnations of cult games is an indisputable fact.
Valkyria Chronicles 4 (PS4, Xbox One, Switch, PC): September 25
The fourth part of “The Valkyrie Chronicles” can be awarded in advance one of the prizes at the end of the year in the “visual component” category, but I disagree with those who consider the games of the series to be “icons” of tactical games... good, original - yes, but nothing more.
Life is Strange 2 (PS4, Xbox One, PC): September 27
In my opinion, too much attention is paid to the social component, but that is the opinion of an introvert. However, the first part of the adventure game received flattering reviews and fans have the right to expect no less from the sequel.
The traditional post-New Year lull in the gaming market ends at the end of January, which means we still have a little time to play everything purchased at numerous Christmas sales. We hope our material on this topic helped you during your shopping. Well, while there are still a few weeks left until the first important releases of 2018, let's see what the coming year has in store for us. It looks like it will be quite intense. Please note that the games in the list are sorted by release date.
Monster Hunter: World
Genre: action/RPG
Release date: January 26, 2018
The fifth action/RPG of the legendary Monster Hunter series after long break returns to big consoles. Moreover, at the end of 2018, for the first time in history, the game is planned to be released on PC. Adventures await us in a huge world open to exploration and monsters of colossal size, which you can hunt either alone or in the company of three friends. The plot part of the game contains 40-50 hours of gameplay.
Railway Empire
Release date: January 26, 2018
Platforms: Windows, Linux
And the first big release of 2018 on PC is a railway strategy from Gaming Minds Studios. A familiar map of the USA, the construction of an extensive railway network, 40 historically accurate locomotives, a huge tree of technologies and, of course, insidious competitors. Add to this cute graphics and a user-friendly interface, and you will understand that the developers are planning to dethrone the series. Well, good luck to them in this endeavor.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance
Genre: role-playing game
Release date: February 13, 2018
Platforms: Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
We've been waiting for the release of Kingdom Come: Deliverance, however, considering that the game has been in development for 6 years, this is not such a big delay. The project of the Czech Warhorse Studios is most likely not even an RPG, but a complex life simulator in the Middle Ages, where any advancement of your character along the social ladder will have to be paid for with tears, sweat and blood. The lands of the Bohemian crown on the eve of the Hussite Wars are a very uncomfortable place to live, and the player will have to experience this the hard way.
Metal Gear Survival
Genre: action/adventure
Release date: February 22, 2018
Platforms: Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
Metal Gear Survive is the twenty-fourth game in the Metal Gear series and the first created without the participation of Hideo Kojima, who left the studio in 2015. No stealth this time - you have to fight crowds of nano-zombies in the company of friends or alone (in the latter case living people will be replaced by AI companions). Chronologically, the new game takes place between Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes and.
A Way Out
Genre: action/adventure
Release date: March 23, 2018
Platforms: Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
An unusual project by the creator of the Swedish avant-garde director of Aramaic origin Joseph Fares. Like Brothers, his new game, A Way Out, is based on the interaction of two characters and is exclusively cooperative. At the same time, you can play both online and on one device in split screen mode. It all starts with an escape from prison, and in general the project is reminiscent of classic American road/buddy movies.
Ni no Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom
Genre: role-playing game
Release date: March 24, 2018
Ni no Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom is a sequel to the role-playing game Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch, notable for the fact that the legendary Japanese animation studio Ghibli (My Neighbor Totoro, Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away) took part in the work on the art and characters of this RPG etc.). Although Studio Ghibli was not involved in the work on the new game, some of its employees, such as composer Jo Hisaishi and character designer Yoshiuki Momose, also worked on Ni no Kuni II. The events of the game take place hundreds of years after the first part. Ni no Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom is the first project from Level-5 studio that will be released on PC.
Far Cry 5
Genre: action/adventure
Release date: March 27, 2018
Platforms: Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
After traveling through prehistoric times, the Far Cry series returns to the present. No more exoticism, now the action of the game is transferred to American soil, to the state of Montana, where, as it turns out, no less terrible atrocities can happen than in exotic, or. The main opponents are now the Christian religious sect, which has already caused criticism from clerics against the developers. Players will once again find a variety of weapons and equipment, enemies and allies, hunting wild animals, taking fortified checkpoints and, of course, conquering signature towers. Everything we love about the Far Cry series. You can play Far Cry 5 alone or in co-op mode.
Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire
Genre: role-playing game
Release date: Q1 2018
The sequel to one of the best classic role-playing games of recent years is scheduled for release in the first quarter of 2018. Although we have serious concerns that Obsidian Entertainment will not have time to finish Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire even before the end of the year. However, let's hope for the best. Indeed, in the sequel we are promised the return of old and the emergence of new companions, even more complex relationships within the party, a large living world and a personal ship as a mobile base. There will even be ship boarding battles!
God of War
Genre: action/adventure
Release date: Q1 2018
Platforms: PlayStation 4
Formally, God of War is the eighth part of the action/adventure series of the same name. At the same time, it is a direct sequel, released in 2010, and a soft reboot of the entire franchise, transferring it from the Greek setting to the world of Scandinavian mythology. Considering the real contacts between these two civilizations, there is nothing illogical here. Kratos now sports a bushy hipster beard and cares for his young son, Atreus. The game features RPG and survival elements, including crafting, but most importantly, Kratos has lost his legendary double blades and now wields magic axes. Atreus will act as an NPC assistant most of the time, but at some points players will be able to control the boy.
Detroit: Become Human
Genre: action/adventure
Platforms: PlayStation 4
Detroit: Become Human, the fifth game from Quantic Dream and cult game designer David Cage (Beyond: Two Souls, Heavy Rain, Fahrenheit, Omikron: The Nomad Soul), poses very important questions to players that may soon become theoretical to actual. What is life and mind? Can machines have compassion? Have people learned to understand and accept others? Detroit: Become Human began in 2012 as Kara's tech demo and will be the studio's most ambitious project yet. Several hundred actors were involved in the motion capture process alone, and it took David Cage about two years to write the script. Detroit: Become Human is one of those games worth buying a PlayStation 4 for.
Red Dead Redemption 2
Genre: action/adventure
Release date: Q1/Q2 2018
Another project that we waited in vain last year. And although we do not yet have a precisely confirmed release date for Red Dead Redemption 2, according to rumors, the cowboy GTA will go on sale on June 8, 2018. The second part is not a sequel, but a prequel from 2010, and will tell the story of Arthur Morgan, a member of the Dutch Van gang der Linde, known to us from the first game. Traditionally, release dates for Rockstar projects on PC are not disclosed, but by analogy, we can assume that the port will appear no earlier than in a year or two.
Surviving Mars
Genre: economic strategy
Release date: Q1/Q2 2018
The era of geographical discoveries and colonization is not over yet - other planets are next. Haemimont Games, the authors of , and who ate the dog on economic strategies, invite us to go to Mars and turn it into a prosperous colony. There have been a lot of games dedicated to the exploration of Mars recently, thanks to Elon Musk and his enthusiasm, but unfortunately, all of them cannot be called particularly successful, nevertheless, for some reason we believe in the success of the project from Haemimont Games.
Vampyr
Genre: action/RPG
Release date: Q1/Q2 2018
Platforms: Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
The third game from the Dontnod Entertainment studio, authors and, and again a new genre and a new setting. In this action/RPG, doctor and vampire Jonathan Reed takes place in London in 1918 during the infamous Spanish Flu epidemic. The main character must, while hiding from vampire hunters, help people, following the Hippocratic Oath, or use them as a food base. The main plot of Vampyr revolves around the mystery of the origin of vampires, which you must uncover.
System Shock
Genre: action/RPG
Release date: Q2 2018
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
System Shock is a remake of the legendary 1994 action/RPG of the same name. The project raised $1.3 million on Kickstarter in 2016, managed to move from Unity to Unreal Engine 4 and gain support for all modern platforms. Initially conceived as a simple remaster of the original version, the game is now perceived as a soft reboot of the series. The remaster should be considered System Shock: Enhanced Edition, released in 2015. By the way, the designer of System Shock, Thief: The Dark Project and Deus Ex Warren Specter, together with the designer of System Shock 2 Paul Neurath, are now busy working on a full-fledged sequel to the game - System Shock 3 .
Jurassic World Evolution
Genre: economic strategy
Platforms: Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
Another economic simulator in our selection, this time based on the upcoming blockbuster Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom. The development is carried out by the British Frontier Developments, which ate the dog on amusement park simulators (Zoo Tycoon, RollerCoaster Tycoon series, Planet Coaster, etc.), so what awaits us is not just a game based on the film, but a serious project with a well-developed economy and nice graphics. The release date has not yet been announced, but most likely it will be close to June 22, 2018, the day the film is released.
The Crew 2
Genre: arcade racing
Release date: II/III quarter 2018
Platforms: Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
The sequel to the arcade race in the open world will allow players to get behind the wheel of not only cars, but also motorcycles, motor boats and even airplanes, and the transition between environments and vehicles was promised to be seamless, almost right during the race. Initially, the release of The Crew 2 was scheduled for March 16, 2018, but then it was postponed to the II/III quarter of 2018. Ubisoft assures that additional time is needed to final polish the game; evil tongues claim that after the scandal with the developers, they are hastily reworking the system loot boxes.
Anthem
Genre: action/RPG
Release date: IV quarter 2018
Platforms: Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
Anthem is a new sci-fi action/RPG from BioWare that must either save the company or completely sink it. Little is known about the game yet. It is a third-person shooter with role-playing elements in which players control combat suits like the one Tony Stark owned and undertake various missions in an open, hostile world. Anthem, like other EA projects, uses the Frostbite 3 engine and looks great. Well, let's keep our fingers crossed for BioWare; the studio simply won't survive another failure in style.
Metro Exodus
Genre: FPS
Release date: IV quarter 2018
Platforms: Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
The third part of the Metro saga from the Ukrainian-Maltese studio 4A Games continues the story and will take Artem and those who follow him beyond not only the metro itself, but also Moscow. The heroes will travel through post-apocalyptic Russia on the Aurora locomotive. Mutants, anomalies, and hostile groups are encountered at every stop. Signature attention to detail and gorgeous graphics are included. Metro Exodus is one of our most anticipated releases of 2018.
BattleTech
Genre: action/RPG
Release date: 2018
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
BattleTech is a turn-based tactical strategy from Harebrained Schemes, authors, and. Porting desktop Classic BattleTech to computers. Considering that the studio's creators had previously worked on the MechCommander series at FASA Studio, the game can be considered a direct successor to these classic games. And although the new BattleTech doesn't use the rules of board games, it tries to capture their spirit. The player acts as the commander of a mercenary flight of four mechs and will develop the characteristics of his pilots, buy and arm new mechs, and perform various missions. Harebrained Schemes knows how to properly bring board games to PC, so we believe in the success of this project.
Call of Cthulhu: The Official Video Game
Genre: survival/RPG
Release date: 2018
Platforms: Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
Another tabletop RPG adaptation on our list. Call of Cthulhu: The Official Video Game is based on the 1981 board game of the same name and is a crazy mix of survival, RPG, stealth/adventure and psychological horror. The project has already been postponed several times, the developer has changed (at first it was Kiev-based Frogwares), and now its release is scheduled for 2018. The development is being carried out by the Cyanide studio, authors , and .
Concrete Genie
Genre: action/adventure
Release date: 2018
Platforms: PlayStation 4
Concrete Genie is an incredibly beautiful simulator of a street artist who can bring his drawings to life. His task is to add color to the gray streets of the fishing town of Densk. You don't have to be an artist to play Concrete Genie, the easy-to-learn graffiti editor will let you express your creativity even if you've never held a can of spray paint in your hands. The game looks so unusual and beautiful that it easily made it onto our list.
Darksiders III
Genre: action/adventure
Release date: 2018
Platforms: Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
A game that no one believed would appear. Conceived by Vigil Games, the authors of Darksiders and , it, along with the rights to the entire series and other THQ property, became the property of Nordic Games, which changed its name to THQ Nordic in 2016. And now the third horseman of the Apocalypse - Fury, is ready to join his brothers. The game takes place parallel to the events of Darksiders II, and the Fury's task is to find and destroy the Seven Deadly Sins, released on Earth. The main weapons of the red-haired beast are a whip and magic. Whether we will meet the heroes of previous games in the process of wandering through Earth and Heaven is still unknown.
Kingdom Hearts III
Genre: action/RPG
Release date: 2018
Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One
The crossover action/RPG series Kingdom Hearts, which started in 2002 and combined characters from Final Fantasy and Disney cartoons, has a huge number of games, including spin-offs and compilations. Kingdom Hearts III is a long-awaited full-fledged continuation of the series with old heroes and new characters from previously unused Disney cartoons, such as Toy Stories, as well as numerous attractions from Disneyland. The game uses the Unreal Engine 4 and will be released on PlayStation 4, Xbox One. Traditionally, nothing has been heard about a release on PC.
Frostpunk
Genre: survival/strategy
Release date: 2018
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Frostpunk is a new project from the creators of a survival simulator in a war-torn city, piercing. There is every reason to suspect that Frostpunk will be no less gloomy in mood than the studio's previous game, because it is also dedicated to survival, this time of a colony in extreme cold in a world after an environmental disaster. You will have to build a city of refuge, satisfy the needs of residents, make laws and make unpopular decisions.
Left Alive
Genre: shooter
Release date: 2018
Platforms: Windows, PlayStation 4
The Left Alive project, which the authors describe as a survival action shooter, brought together such industry giants as Toshifumi Nabeshima (director of the mecha shooter series Armored Core), Yoji Shinkawa (character designer of the Metal Gear Solid series) and Takayuki Jaanase (mech designer in Ghost in the Shell: Arise, Mobile Suit Gundam 00, Xenoblade Chronicles X). Just listing the names is enough to add this project to your wishlist. Featuring three different characters, Left Alive takes place in 2127 during the invasion of Novo Slavia, in the same universe as Square Enix's Front Mission series. Naturally, this cannot be done without large walking robots.
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries
Genre: shooter
Release date: 2018
Platforms: Windows
Another game about big robots and another project in the BattleTech universe, coming out in 2018. This is the first story-driven single-player game in the series since MechWarrior 4: Vengeance, released in 2000. The development is being carried out by Piranha Games, the authors of the multiplayer MechWarrior Online, excellent imagining what mech fans expect from such a game. However, judging by the videos, MechWarrior 5 looks like the story campaign for MechWarrior Online. We still hope that there will be more freedom in choosing tasks and allies here.
Soulcalibur VI
Genre: fighting
Release date: 2018
Platforms: Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
The fighting game Soulcalibur VI comes out on the twentieth anniversary of the series, and the plot takes you back to the 16th century to the events of the very first Soulcalibur. The game is expected to feature the appearance of both favorite heroes from previous parts, for example, those shown in the video of Sophitia and Mitsurugi, as well as new heroes with unique weapons and fighting styles. The gameplay mechanics should include the Reversal Edge technique, a kind of interrupter of the enemy’s combo. .
State of Decay 2
Genre: survival
Release date: 2018
Platforms: Windows, Xbox One
Just a couple of years ago, it seemed that both gamers and the industry were already tired of the living dead, but games with zombies are still selling well, which means they will be developed. Moreover, the original one was liked by both critics and players. The sequel places an emphasis on cooperative gameplay, but in general you will again have to search for survivors, strengthen your own base, and manage food and resources. A role-based development system is provided for individual survivors, the entire community and the entire base. The development is still being carried out by the same Undead Labs. The release of the game on Steam is still unknown.
The Bard's Tale IV
Genre: role-playing game
Release date: 2018
Platforms: Windows, masOS, Linux
The Bard's Tale series of role-playing games has obvious problems with numbering. After the classic The Bard's Tale I, II and III, there was an unnumbered sequel, The Bard's Tale (2004), later ported to iOS, Android and even The BlackBerry PlayBook. And now it’s time to continue numbering, inXile Entertainment has taken on The Bard’s Tale IV. As with the studio’s previous projects, funds for development were collected through crowdfunding, although there has been little news about the game since 2015. But inXile managed to release a very good RPG during this time and even try their hand at VR with The Mage’s Tale, a spin-off to The Bard’s Tale IV. We hope that now the team will return to the adventures of the bard, which we appreciate not so much for the RPG component as for the great humor and songs.
The Last of Us Part II
Genre: action/adventure
Release date: 2018
Platforms: PlayStation 4
And although we have no confidence that The Last of Us Part II will appear in 2018, we could not miss this project - this is one of those games that is worth buying a PlayStation 4 for, or at least borrowing from a friend. The first part is one of the most poignant projects in the history of the gaming industry, with excellent acting and an amazing plot. In the sequel we will see Ellie and Joel again, voiced by the same Ashley Johnson and Troy Baker. And this time we will have to play as a grown girl. After the release of Uncharted: The Lost Legacy, all the efforts of the Naughty Dog studio were thrown into the development of The Last of Us Part II. Given Naughty Dog's traditional release schedule, we'd still bet on summer 2019, although we'll still hope to see the game later this year.
Total War Saga: Thrones of Britannia
Genre: strategy/tactics
Release date: 2018
Platforms: Windows
The new project in the Total War line from Creative Assembly will not be dedicated to any traditional era for the series. This time the authors decided to focus not on a historical period, but on specific local events that influenced the history of mankind. Total War Saga: Thrones of Britannia is dedicated to the Viking invasion of Britain in the 9th century AD. e. Ten playable factions are promised, including the Anglo-Saxons, Celts, Scots, Welsh and, of course, Scandinavian pirates.
Tropico 6
Genre: economic simulator
Release date: 2018
Platforms: Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
The new part of Tropico's economic strategy is being developed not by Haemimont Games, responsible for the excellent , and , but by the German studio Limbic Entertainment, which released the highly controversial , and . But we still remain cautiously optimistic, because instead of one island we are offered to manage an entire archipelago. The transport system will be completely redesigned, presidential speeches and the ability to change the design of your palace will return. In addition, the new game will feature agents who can be sent to other countries to steal landmarks and monuments. Sounds fun.
Valkyria Chronicles 4
Genre: tactics/RPG
Release date: 2018
Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
The new part of Valkyria Chronicles, unlike the recent one, returns to its roots. This is again a tactical RPG, not only that, the events of Valkyria Chronicles 4 take place parallel to the history of the original Valkyria Chronicles, during the war between the Atlantic Federation and the Eastern Imperialist Alliance. The fourth part will be dedicated to new heroes, Federation soldiers fighting the invading forces and the notorious Valkyries. At least one new character class is promised - Grenadiers. Traditional cartoon cel-shaded graphics are included. Among the platforms on which the game will be released is Nintendo Switch, but, unfortunately, there is no PC.
There will probably be many more interesting game projects released in 2018 that are not included in this list, but perhaps it’s time to stop. And we remind you that you still have 2-3 weeks to play everything you bought during the Christmas sales.
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Autumn has arrived and this is a reason to take a closer look at the new games that are about to appear. September will be rich in interesting toys that will not let you get bored on rainy, cold days.
We will tell you what to play in September 2018 in this article.
Destiny 2: Forsaken
The Destiny 2 expansion releases on September 4th. It will feature a new storyline, a new Gambit mode, and a ton of loot. As the developers admit, this addition is designed to bring back players who are tired of playing Destiny 2, adding interesting content to it.
The plot will revolve around the fight between the Guardians and Uldren Sov. Players will have to track down the villain and his henchmen and destroy them.
Dragon Quest XI
On September 4, a popular role-playing game with a detailed world and turn-based combat system will be released in Japan. The plot will unfold around the boy Isha and his adventures.
V-Rally 4
6.09 Bigben publishing house will try to revive rally games. The last of the most memorable: Colin McRae Rally 2.0 - released in 2002 and featured modes for 4 players; DiRT Rally - 2015.
The developers promise more than 50 cars, with different types of races and tracks in different parts of the world.
Immortal: Unchained
7.09 a game is released on PC that is very similar to Dark Souls, however, instead of swords, the role of weapons in it is played by various guns. The plot tells about a war who, after many years of imprisonment, is freed. To save the worlds from destruction, he embarks on the warpath.
Spider-Man
On September 7, perhaps the most anticipated game of the end of 2018 will appear, which is destined to become the best game about Marvel superheroes. In the world of Spider-Man you will find an open world, web-slinging and great action. The appearance of such villains as Rhino, Shocker, Kingpin and others is expected.
There were already a lot of rumors around the game, it was shown many times at exhibitions and was given to journalists to play.
NBA 2K19
Traditionally, sports games are released at the end of the year. On September 11, the best basketball simulator, which is already 12 years old, is expected to be released.
Unlike the previous game in the series, the new one has an improved design, changed team compositions, venues, modes, added new features, in general, everything has been done so that the player plunges headlong into the world of virtual sports.
On September 14, the final part of the trilogy about the development of Lara Croft as the Tomb Raider will be released. It is intended to close the story of the heroine’s confrontation with the Trinity organization.
The game looks the same as the previous parts, despite the fact that the developer has changed. However, we are promised a darker story and will show all of Lara’s “demons”. At the very beginning, she will become guilty of the apocalypse that has begun, which she will have to stop.
NHL 19
Another sports simulator will be released on September 14. This simulator has no competitors, being the coolest hockey game. In the new NHL, the developers have improved the control and movement of players on the ice, and also added a bunch of options for creating your own hockey player.
NHL ONES is a mode in which three players will go to a lonely site in the mountains to find out who is the best.
The Bard's Tale 4: Barrows Deep
On September 18, the 4th part of the cult game The Bard’s Tale will appear. The game looks very rich and detailed, and even somewhat reminiscent of The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim. However, don't rush, this is not Skyrim. The game genre is dungeon crawler, your heroes will roam the world destroying monsters, completing tasks and leveling up. The video will help you understand what kind of game this is.
Insurgency: Sandstorm
Dedicated to shooter fans. On September 18, a game will be released that is as close as possible to the real world. The developers relied on this. Your team, like you, will have to make its way very slowly and carefully, since Insurgency kills instantly.
Valkyria Chronicles 4
On September 25, Valkyria Chronicles 4 will reach Russia. The story of the 4th part will unfold simultaneously with the events of the first (if anyone played) during the Second European War. The new hero will be Cloud Wallace and his team.
Life is Strange 2
On September 27, the first episode of a new game (with an old meaning) from Dontnod will appear. This time the heroes will be brothers Sean and Daniel. Compared to the first game, we are promised improved graphics, plot presentation, more dialogue and choice, which was and is the main feature of the game.
FIFA 19
You will be able to play the new football simulator on September 28th. The game has improved deception movements, it will be possible to throw the ball to hit and much more. Every year, EA attracts more and more players to its game, adding various features to it, such as a plot. This year is no exception.
With the release of the Batman Arkham trilogy, the myth that it was impossible to create a great superhero game was mercilessly refuted. But this is rather an exception to the rule. Another exception could be Spider-Man 2018, the last major exclusive for the PlayStation 4 this year. So what are Sony going to surprise with in their new game? It’s worth starting with at least a visual. Animations, cutscenes, detailed and photorealistic New York down to the smallest detail - the game looks like a large-scale and expensive blockbuster from Marvel.
From the gameplay side, the Spider-Man game will be faithful to all the newfangled trends in the gaming industry. There is an initially open city, which is proposed to be explored with the help of acrobatic pirouettes on Spider-Man's web. There is a role-playing system, towers in the style of Ubisoft games, an outfit of motley bosses and a lot of secondary tasks - a gentleman’s set for every self-respecting AAA project.
Dakar 18
For real car maniacs who don't miss the broadcast of the world's largest rally marathon, the Dakar Rally, there is extremely positive news. Deep Silver's new racing game, Dakar 18, will allow you to make your dream come true and take part in the world famous rally competition. The developers focus on two things: realism and scale. Realism lies in the believable simulation of sand, mud and vehicle control physics.
Scale is not an empty word for developers from Bigmoon Entertainment, as Dakar 18 promises an open world with an area of 15,000 square kilometers. Impressive, isn't it? But the size of the world does not mean that the game will be interesting to play. It is worth remembering at least the FUEL race in 2009, which was in many ways similar to Dakar 18 and was subsequently crushed by critics precisely because of the exorbitant scale of the world, which turned out to be as big as it was boring.
Shadow of the Tomb Raider
The legendary tomb raider will return in the near future and will most likely share the title with Spider-Man best game September 2018. There is no reason to doubt this, since the last two parts of the reboot about Lara Croft were, although not ideal, good games. The only thing that was confusing was the departure from the canons of the series and the emphasis on shootouts rather than on exploring the world. Well, and the plot from Rihanna Pratchett, who only the lazy would not once again kick for the secondary and illogical actions of Lara Croft.
Shadow of the Tomb Raider will try to correct all the shortcomings of its predecessors. Before the game’s release, it’s difficult to understand how things are going with the plot, but in terms of gameplay, according to journalists, personal experience Those who have become familiar with the gameplay of Shadow of the Tomb Raider are already much better. and the gameplay is focused on exploring the world, solving simple puzzles and finding ancient treasures. At the same time, the number of clashes with people has decreased; thanks to the increased aggressiveness of the AI, they have ceased to be whipping boys.
Pathfinder Kingmaker
Fans of leisurely, role-playing adventures will also have something to play in September 2018. We advise you to pay close attention to the isometric RPG Pathfinder Kingmaker, which follows all the canons of cult role-playing games and is based on the rules of the D&D board game version 3.5. According to the plot of the game, gamers will have to create their own state in a fantasy world, develop cities, appoint ministers and independently resolve local and global conflicts. A kind of mix of role-playing game and global strategy.
The game will offer a standard set for canonical RPGs: an extensive leveling system, several dozen classes and, of course, numerous hours of dialogue and a non-linear plot. If at this point fans of role-playing games have not yet activated the immediate reflex to buy the game, then what about the participation of Chris Avelon, who is responsible for the script for Pathfinder Kingmaker, in the project? We can expect that the new project from Owlcat Games will be able to compete with for the place of the best isometric RPG of 2018.
Life is Strange 2
The parade of the main games of September 2018 continues with Life is Strange 2, a sequel to perhaps the best game by developers from Dontnod. The original 2015 LiS was a unique project that was able to attract audiences of all ages to the game, which dealt with the somewhat hackneyed theme of teenagers with paranormal abilities. The secret turned out to be simple: excellent visuals, an intimate atmosphere of an American suburb and, surprisingly, a fairly original plot with a bunch of moral dilemmas, sprinkled with nonlinearity.
Another significant game of September will be the continuation of the legendary Bard’s Tale series. But the choice of genre for The Bard’s Tale 4 Barrows Deep raises a few questions. Instead of providing players with an isometric RPG, like in 2004's The Bard's Tale, the developers decided to try their hand at the dungeon crawl genre. For uninitiated players, the gameplay of The Bard's Tale 4 may look a little strange.
We travel through dungeons from a first-person perspective, solving puzzles, moving objects and opening treasure chests. The battles take place in a first-person perspective and are most similar to the 3D version of the Hearthstone card game. We are only afraid that the unusual gameplay concept will scare away a new audience that is not familiar with the series from the game. And all fans of the series need not worry: The Bard’s Tale 4 Barrows Deep will retain the magical lute, plenty of humor in the plot and other features of the franchise.
FIFA 19
Of course, in light of the recently held world football championship in Russia, it is impossible not to recall the next part of the main football simulator of the gaming industry - FIFA 19. Electronic Arts continues to improve their brainchild and offer several important changes in the gameplay. For example, the Active Touch system will be introduced, affecting how quickly the player receives the ball. Now the reaction speed of each individual football player will vary depending on his skill in real life.
A dynamic tactics system has also been introduced, which allows you to change the tactical behavior of football players at any time during the match. The story mode will return to FIFA 19, which will tell the story of three heroes, among whom there was a place for a girl named Kim Hunter. The only drawback of FIFA 2019, although only for Russian players, will be the exclusion of the RFPL from the game.
September 4
Destiny 2: Forsaken
Action / Shooter / Online / Addon
PC, PS4, XONE
In the third major expansion, the Guardians will visit the Reef asteroid belt. Events start with a prison escape, in which Cayde-6 will take part. Each class will have a new specialization. Thus, the hunter can use throwing knives in the new “solar specialization”. Guardians will have a huge solar hammer, and warlocks will open a new void specialization.
Dragon Quest 11: Echoes of an Elusive Age
jRPG
PC, PS4
A new part of the role-playing action in the world of the famous colorful universe. In the person of the main character, with new partners, we have to go to conquer various dungeons, fight opponents and complete a variety of quests.
On the same day: reissue Zone of the Enders: The 2nd Runner with subtitle "M∀RS".
September 7
Immortal: Unchained
Action/Shooter/RPG
PC, PS4, XONE
Another attempt by a small group of developers to make their own Souls game, which attracted the attention of third-party publishers, including Sony, thanks to which the release is expected on all three major platforms. The nine worlds are facing incredible danger, and you have to turn into a living weapon to save your homeland. Explore new dimensions, hone unique combat skills and fight legendary bosses.
NASCAR Heat 3
Racing/Simulator
PC, PS4, XONE
The threequel to the NASCAR-licensed racing simulator features an improved career mode that includes all three national series, improved visuals, car and damage physics, and expanded multiplayer capabilities.
Marvel's Spider-Man
Action/Open world
Sony PlayStation 4
The main autumn projectile from the Japanese platform holder, in which the team from Insomniac Games largely copies the developments of previous parts, making them better and more beautiful. The main advantage over all previous games about a famous character is the story. It promises to show the changes a person makes after he transforms into a superhero by donning a mask. A huge open world, a living environment, unique costumes and many techniques to eliminate the enemy await us.
The hero will have to defeat several villains at once, and also regain his good name, because the mayor of New York, Norman Osborn, orders Silver Sable and other mercenaries to deal with Spider-Man, who is accused of mass riots.
On the same day: RPG called Yo-Kai Watch Blasters on Nintendo 3DS; basketball simulator NBA Live 19 on PS4 and XONE.
September 11
Dakar 18
Racing/Simulator
PC, PS4, XONE
Rally racing game, now licensed from the Dakar Championship. The authors rely on realism and vast open spaces, where players will be able to ride a huge number of vehicles, among which there are places for motorcycles, cars, trucks, ATVs, etc. All official teams and tracks of the real tournament are also included in the game.
On the same day: basketball simulator NBA 2K19 for PC, PS4 and XONE.
September 14
Shadow of the Tomb Raider
Action/Adventure
PC, PS4, XONE
The final part in the trilogy of Lara Croft's rise to the tomb raider. The heroine will have to make her way through deadly jungles and creepy tombs, surviving the darkest hour of her life. Saving the world from the apocalypse predicted by the Mayans, she will go through many tests and fulfill her destiny. Nature, underground caves, underwater lagoons and various tunnel systems will be available for exploration.
On the same day: hockey simulator NHL 19 for PS4 and XONE; addition for Xenoblade Chronicles 2 called "Torna – The Golden Country".
September 18
The Bard's Tale 4: Barrows Deep
Action/Adventure
Personal computers
A continuation of the old series of role-playing games with a first-person view and turn-based combat, developed by the director of the first parts. We will have to gather a group of six heroes and explore dungeons, solving puzzles that will become more difficult as we progress.
September 21
Spyro Reignited Trilogy
(postponed to November)
Adventure/Platformer
PS4, XONE
Re-release of a cult platformer during the PlayStation One era in a fantasy setting. Remaster includes Spyro the Dragon, Ripto's Rage! And Year of the Dragon. All games will receive improved graphics, new 3D models, as well as reworked animations and cinematics. The save function has also been changed to suit the modern gamer.
September 25
Valkyria Chronicles 4
jRPG
PC, PS4, XONE, Switch
Continuation of the role-playing action with elements of turn-based strategy. The game takes place in an alternative Europe during World War II. We take control of several characters, including eager young commander Claude Wallace, engineer extraordinaire Riley Miller, hothead Darksen Raz, and sniper Kai Schulen. All of them will endure the horrors of war in their own way and will reveal themselves throughout the game.
Pathfinder: Kingmaker
RPG
Personal computers
An isometric role-playing game in a fantasy setting based on a board game. The setting is the Stolen Lands, a territory disputed for several centuries. Defend yourself from the threat of wildlife and warring kingdoms as you explore a world filled with rich history, magic, and conflict of all kinds. Plunge into an exciting adventure with companions imbued with life, each of whom has a deep history and their own opinion on what is happening.
September 26
V-Rally 4
Racing/Simulator
PC, PS4, XONE, Switch
Continuation of the famous series of rally car simulators in the past, the last part of which dates back 15 years ago. The races will take place in various weather conditions: snowfall, rain, ice and mud. The developers aimed to maintain a balance between ride feel, presentation and simulation, offering the best graphics and gameplay that current technology is capable of.
September 27
Life is Strange 2
Adventure
PC, PS4, XONE
The second season of an episodic adventure in the genre of interactive cinema. The events of the game revolve around Sean and his younger brother Daniel. Their father was killed and their brothers were kicked out of their home. For some unknown reason, they decide to go to Mexico. Not in a car, not on a bike, they just go... towards adventure.
September 28
FIFA 19
Sport/Simulator
PC, PS4, XONE, X360, PS3, Switch
Another annual sports representative. Based FIFA 19 on promoted Electronic Arts Frostbite engine (not for all platforms, so that the paste gene does not get too sweet). This year, Cristiano Ronaldo is again on the global cover.
September
Insomnia: The Ark
Action/RPG
Personal computers
We rarely add games to our calendar that have not yet decided on a release date at the time of writing. But Insomnia: The Ark- a special case. The fact is that this project is being created by Samara developers from Mono Studio for eight years now.
The game is a dark post-apocalyptic RPG, which takes place on a huge space station. Here our rivals will be not only people, but also various types of aggressive creatures, hunger, thirst and Somnia - a little-studied mental illness.
During its creation, the team added 250 NPCs with unique dialogues, 80 types of weapons and more than 70 locations to the game. The passage, according to the developers, will take about 60 hours, and the game will end with one of twelve endings, depending on previously made decisions.
In the material: Destiny 2, Dragon Quest 11: Echoes of an Elusive Age, Zone of the Enders: The 2nd Runner, Immortal: Unchained, NASCAR Heat 3, Marvel's Spider-Man, Yo-Kai Watch Blasters, NBA Live 19, Dakar 18, NBA 2K19, NHL 19, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, The Bard's Tale 4: Barrows Deep, Spyro Reignited Trilogy, Valkyria Chronicles 4, Pathfinder: Kingmaker, Life is Strange 2, FIFA 19, Insomnia: The Ark, Shadow of the Tomb Raider
