This week, starting May 13, we’ve had a couple of slow weeks with some minor releases but we’re back back back again baby. It’s time to celebrate the anniversary of some classics in the gaming world, a time for redemption sequels for lack lustre first entries and a time for brand new titles that features hordes of vermin…gross.
So let’s jump in and have a look at what’s coming out this week.
A Plague Tale: Innocence | 14/05/2019
Genre: Action
Platforms: PlayStation 4, PC, Xbox One
“Follow the grim tale of young Amicia and her little brother Hugo, in a heartrending journey through the darkest hours of history. Hunted by Inquisition soldiers and surrounded by unstoppable swarms of rats, Amicia and Hugo will come to know and trust each other. As they struggle to survive against overwhelming odds, they will fight to find purpose in this brutal, unforgiving world.” – [source]
Lise got a chance to go hands on with a demo of the game, check our their thoughts.
Sniper Elite V2 Remastered | 14/05/2019
Genre: Action Shooter
Platforms: Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4
“In the dark days of the end of World War 2 amidst the ruins of Berlin, one bullet can change history… Elite sniper Karl Fairburne returns to the front line in the remaster of this award-winning stealth-action experience. Packed with new features, contemporary visuals and definitive content.” – [source]
Rage 2 | 14/05/2019
Genre: First Person Shooter
Platforms: PlayStation 4, PC, Xbox One
“Dive headfirst into a dystopian world devoid of society, law, and order. RAGE 2 brings together two studio powerhouses–Avalanche Studios, masters of open world insanity, and id Software, creators of the first-person shooter –to deliver a carnival of carnage where you can go anywhere, shoot anything, and explode everything.” – [source]
Castlevania Anniversary Collection | 16/05/2019
Genre: Metroidvania (it invented the genre)
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
“Released as part of the KONAMI 50th Anniversary celebration, now the best time to relive these timeless classics that helped define the platformer genre.” – [source]
Bubsy: Paws on Fire! | 17/05/2019
Genre: Platformer
Platforms: PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4
“Oinker P. Hamm is determined to capture every animal in the universe for his “Amazootorium.” Bubsy, fearing mostly for himself, is just as determined to stop him. Two archrivals, stitched together by the cruel knitting needles of fate. No matter who emerges victorious, there is one thing we know for certain: There’s going to be a whole lot of yarn along the way.” – [source]
Guilty Gear 20th Anniversary Edition | 17/05/2019
Genre: Fighting Game
Platforms: Nintendo Switch
“The original Guilty Gear and GUILTY GEAR XX ΛCORE PLUS R reunite to celebrate 20 years of anime action! Run it back with your main characters and friends from the 90s or discover where one of the best and mechanically richest fighting games descends from – at home and on the go on Switch! This version includes the Day One Edition and a Rice-exclusive Nintendo Switch pouch!” – [source]
Our top pick of the week starting May 13?
Rage 2
14/05/2019
The original Rage wasn’t anything to write home about. It was a middling entry with never really actualised potential. Entering the post apocalyptic party with a muddy pallet wasn’t a fresh take.
Fast forward to today and with the creators of the FPS genre, iD Software, with the return to form Doom reboot under their belt have teamed with Avalanche to bring us, hopefully, a fast paced action packed shooter in what looks to be a bright and vibrant world.
What new titles are you most excited for this week? Be sure to let us know!
About the Author
Cameron Honey-Swain
Cameron knows what he loves. Witches, animated ducks and a strong burly female protagonist. When he isn't effortlessly defending Dragon Age II he is bothering either his husband or one of his many fur children.
