The year is halfway over; it feels like someone pressed the fast-forward button. We’ve crammed a lot of gaming into the last few months, even though time has flown by. Though we still can’t get enough of a few amazing 2023 games (we’re looking at you, Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Baldur’s Gate 3, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Diablo IV, and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2), there are still a ton of terrific new releases out there.
Here are a few of the top video games of 2024 thus far, without further ado:
1. Tekken 8 (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC)
The unexpected trend of family reunions becoming openly hostile has occurred! The venerable father-son team of Kazuya Mishima and Jin Kazama reunite in Tekken 8, the most recent installment in the long Tekken fighting game series, for what seems to be their final clash. Jin’s mother, Jun Kazama, and a slew of other well-known figures are fighting with them, each bringing their own fighting styles and backgrounds to the conflict.
In addition to novel fighting mechanics that breathe new life into the gameplay experience while adhering to the series’ heritage, Tekken 8 doesn’t merely rely on nostalgia.
2. Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown (Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PC)
Prince of Persia: The newest game in the renowned series, The Lost Crown, immerses players in an exciting side-scrolling journey over breathtaking scenery. Take on the role of Sargon, a brave warrior setting out on a mission full of riddles to solve, complex parkour techniques to learn, and fierce fighting against a variety of enemies.
3. Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door (Switch)
In his most recent mission, Mario sets out to save Princess Peach and find wealth in a world made of paper. Maintaining faithful to its origins while improving gameplay aspects, Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door breathes new life into the beloved GameCube masterpiece, appealing to both diehard fans and casual gamers. Explore more of Paper Mario’s universe and find out what’s in store for you in this captivating reimagining.
4. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (PS5)
The plot of the thrilling role-playing game Final Fantasy VII Rebirth carries over from the events of Final Fantasy VII Remake (2020). The game presents players with a highly detailed environment to explore and is renowned for its immersive gameplay and difficult yet rewarding features. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, which is positioned as the second part of a highly anticipated trilogy, goes further into its story and leaves gamers excited for the next piece in this epic adventure.
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5. Princess Peach: Showtime! (Switch)
Princess Peach finally gets her own spotlight in Princess Peach: Showtime!, as she becomes the lead role in a universe where every incident becomes a part of her narrative. The game offers a fun experience overall, even though it occasionally feels rushed and simple. Seeing Peach take on the protagonist position and display her charm and strength is a welcome shift. Dive deeper into Showtime! as we unpack its gameplay and critical details to assist you navigate this fascinating adventure.
6. Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree (PS5, Xbox Series S/X, PC)
Although the critically acclaimed basic game was released in 2022, the Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree DLC enhances the gameplay to the point that playing it again or for the first time is a thoroughly engaging experience.
7. Bonus: Stardew Valley 1.6 (Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, PC)
The much awaited Stardew Valley 1.6 update still attracts attention and excitement even though it hasn’t been launched for consoles yet. A ton of new stuff is promised in this update, which should revitalize the popular game and bring new aspects to the ultimate comfortable life simulation experience. Even with its continued popularity and large user base, Stardew Valley continues to set the standard for other home and farming simulation games.