Hello there, fellow gamers! Are you primed and psyched for this year's new gaming experiences? Below is the best news for you on the biggest games this year, packed with information and details to plan your gaming calendar around.
The gaming industry has recently announced some highly anticipated games, so make sure you don't miss out and get ready to immerse yourself in the most anticipated gaming launches of the year! Whether you enjoy grinding the solo path on a game like CyberPunk or enjoy Dota betting with your friends, we have put the biggest upcoming games releases that we think you will love.
The Most Anticipated Games of 2023
Elden Ring: Shadow of Erdtree
First up on our list is a much anticipated DLC for Elden Ring, the latest from FromSoftware, the renowned developers of the "Dark Souls" series. The hype train has been rolling since Elden Ring came out in February 2022, and it continues for Elden Ring: Shadow of Erdtree.
This sprawling RPG promises players an awe-inspiring world full of discovery and excitement, fast-paced battles as fluid as they are thrilling, and a narrative shaped by George R.R. Martin himself (the author behind "Game of Thrones").
Built as an homage to the first Assassin's Creed games, Mirage pays tribute to the series’ roots, as players join the proto-Assassin order known as the Hidden Ones and grow to become a master assassin.
Experience the story of Basim, a cunning street thief with nightmarish visions, seeking answers and justice as he navigates the bustling streets of ninth-century Baghdad. Through a mysterious, ancient organization known as the Hidden Ones, he will become a deadly Master Assassin and change his fate in ways he never could have imagined.
Assassin's Creed Mirage features:
Discover a tightly crafted, narrative-driven action-adventure experience that follows the transformation of a defiant young man into a refined Master Assassin.
Journey to Alamut, the legendary home of the Assassins who laid the foundations of the Creed in this heartfelt homage to the game that started it all.
Experience a modern take on the iconic features and gameplay that have defined a franchise for 15 years as you parkour seamlessly through the city and stealthily take down targets with more visceral assassinations than ever before.
Explore an incredibly dense and vibrant city whose inhabitants react to your every move, and uncover the secrets of four unique districts as you venture through the Golden Age of Baghdad.
Assassin's Creed Mirage launches in 2023 on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, Xbox One, PS4, Stadia, Amazon Luna and PC.
Digiart Interactive announced that Aluna: Sentinel of the Shards is coming soon to Xbox One and PlayStation 4. Watch the brand new trailer and learn more about the game on @XONEHQ.
Aluna: Sentinel of the Shards is a story-driven action RPG featuring the Latina demigod Aluna, a character created by actress, producer and director Paula Garcés. The titular character starred in a comic book series co-written by the award-winning writers of Assassin’s Creed and Batman: Arkham Origins.
Following the comic book series “The World of Aluna”, co-written by the writers of the ASSASSINS CREED and BATMAN: ARKHAM ORIGINS games, You will play as our protagonist Aluna as we follow her quest set back in the 16th Century New World, as she tries to defend her powers from the evils that seek to destroy her. This will be easier said then done as the fast paced action battles and challenges will dictate your every decision. Special thanks to Actress Paula Garces and Julio Macias for voicing the Video.
Your skills will define your fate. Experience fast-paced action using a vast array of weapons abilities to defeat your enemies. Combine your combat abilities with spells and evasion tactics to gain the upper hand in the heat of battle. From vast, gloomy jungles to the Sanctuary seaside cliffs, all the way to Nagaric’s Temple in the Volcanic Canyons, journey through a mysterious unexplored territory. Your travels will be perilous as this land is teeming with dark mythological creatures and demons that stop at nothing to end Aluna’s journey through the New World.
Aluna: Sentinel of the Shards Features
Explore a vast land filled with dense jungles, majestic beaches, and towering cliffs.
Choose from a vast array of weapons based on historical weapons from the Old World (South America) and New World (Spanish Empire).
Customize Aluna’s fighting style by unlocking powerful magical abilities across 3 schools of magic.
Collect, craft, and trade hundreds of unique items and loot.
Defeat mythological boss creatures inspired by South American lore.
Aluna is voiced by actress/producer/creator Paula Garces.
Based on the popular comic book series “The World of Aluna” by the writers of Assassins Creed and Batman: Arkham Origins.
Language support for English, Spanish and Portuguese.
Aluna is coming soon on Xbox One and PlayStation 4.
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Having collectively worked together on and off for many years, and after spending many more years at some of the biggest and most prolific developers on the planet, the core talent from Typhoon Studios have reformed and announced a brand new studio: Raccoon Logic.
The Montreal-based outfit has secured a large initial investment and regained the IP for the acclaimed Journey to the Savage Planet, meaning they can hit the ground running on new adventures in the action adventure space.
Altogether, Raccoon Logic’s co-founders have held key positions at the likes of Ubisoft, Electronic Arts, and WB Games amongst others, with the studio backed by a pivotal investment from Chinese tech firm Tencent. Combined, it should ensure Raccoon Logic’s as-of-yet unannounced debut project will have both the tools and talent it needs.
Assassin's Creed Valhalla Deluxe Edition (@assassinscreed) is now available for Xbox One, Xbox Series X & Series S. Save up to 50% for a limited time.
Assassin's Creed Valhalla Deluxe Edition includes the game and Ultimate Pack, which contains the Berserker Gear Pack, Berserker Settlement Pack, Berserker Longship Pack, and more! Become Eivor, a legendary Viking warrior raised on tales of battle and glory. Raid your enemies, grow your settlement, and build your political power in a dynamic open world.
Strike fear into the hearts of your enemies with the Ultimate Pack cosmetic items, including:
The Berserker Gear Pack: the Bearded Axe, a new Raven skin, the ferocious Hati Wolf Mount, and more.
The Berserker Longship Pack: a majestic Longship with a unique figurehead and sails.
The Berserker Settlement Pack: new ways to customize your settlement in England.
A Set of Runes to sharpen weapons or improve gear.
The Deluxe edition leverages Smart Delivery allowing access to both the Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S versions of the game when available.
The Deluxe Edition of Assassin's Creed Valhalla is available from the Microsoft Store today for a limited time for $39.99. There's only 3 days left to pick up the discount so get in quick!
Ubisoft has confirmed that 'The Siege of Paris', the second major expansion for Assassin's Creed Valhalla, will be available August 12th on Xbox Series X | S, Xbox One consoles, PS5/4, the Epic Games Store and Ubisoft Store on Windows PC, as well as on Stadia, Amazon Luna and Ubisoft’s subscription service, Ubisoft+.
Set in Francia, this new adventure will set Eivor on a dangerous path full of gripping questlines across the Frankish countryside, towards one of the most infamous conquest battles in Viking history. Players will get their hands on new weapons, abilities, gear, and skills to take on new enemy types. The Siege of Paris will also mark the return of Infiltration Missions, directly inherited from long-time, fan-favourite Black Box Missions. Here, players will have the liberty to choose the best way to eliminate their designated target. The Siege of Paris will be available for all Season Pass** owners or as a separate purchase by all owners of the main game.
Along with the second expansion, the “The Siege of Paris” music album will release on 12th August, giving all fans the chance to fully enjoy the complete soundtrack. From today, they can discover “Hásæti”, the first track of the album composed by Stephanie Economou. With this song, she wanted to evoke a sense of spirituality and depth in the music, and vocals felt like the right avenue to explore. The lyrics are in Old Norse, with “Hásæti” translating to “Seat of Honor."
Starting Thursday, 29th July, players can celebrate summer in the time-limited Sigrblot Festival, a traditional Viking festival celebrating the start of the Raiding season. Until 19th August, various festive activities will be available in the Ravensthorpe settlement around the traditional bonfire, including:
Flyting, Fight Tournament, and Dice Game mini-games.
Three new quests available.
Exclusive rewards including settlement decorations, customisation items, and weapons. Notably, the one-handed sword Skrofnung can be acquired with Sigrblot tokens in the festival shop for a limited time before the festival ends.
To experience the Sigrblot Festival, players must reach England and complete one of the first narrative arcs – either Grantebridgescire or Ledecestrescire – and have their settlement reach Level 2.
An additional update is planned for later in the season and will bring a new River Raids map pack, with destinations scattered along the rivers of Francia and Ireland.
With development led by Ubisoft Montreal, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla offers players the captivating experience of playing as Eivor, a legendary Viking warrior, driven from Norway by endless wars and dwindling resources in ninth century AD. Players can relive the ruthless fighting style of Viking warriors with a revamped dual-wielding combat system and experience new gameplay features such as raids, assaults, and the settlement, as well as a revamped progression and gear upgrade system. Political alliances, combat decisions and dialogue choices can influence the world of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, so players must choose wisely to protect their clan’s home and their future.
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla's second expansion, The Siege of Paris, will release on 12th August.
Assassin's Creed Valhalla is available on Xbox Series X | S, Xbox One consoles, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, the Epic Games Store and Ubisoft Store on Windows PC, as well as on Stadia, Amazon Luna and Ubisoft’s subscription service, Ubisoft+.
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