Each week there are plenty of new games coming out. Although with so much going on it can be hard to keep track of them all. Thankfully Checkpoint is here to sift through them all and bring you our highlights of the week.
So let’s jump in and have a look at what’s coming out in gaming this week.
The Legend of Tianding
Date: 01/11/2021
Genre: Action / Adventure / RPG
Platforms: PC, Switch
“The Legend of Tianding is a sidescrolling action game about Liao Tianding, the legendary Taiwanese Folk Hero. Explore the dazzling streets of Colonial Japanese Taiwan in the early 20th century.”
Unpacking
Date: 02/11/2021
Genre: Simulation
Platforms: PC, Xbox One, Switch
“Unpacking is a zen game about the familiar experience of pulling possessions out of boxes and fitting them into a new home. Part block-fitting puzzle, part home decoration, you are invited to create a satisfying living space while learning clues about the life you’re unpacking. Over the course of eight house moves, you are given a chance to experience a sense of intimacy with a character you never see and a story you’re never told.”
Tunche
Date: 02/11/2021
Genre: Action / Adventure / RPG
Platforms: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Switch
“Tunche is a charming hand-drawn action game with roguelike elements. Team up with your friends or play solo. Choose from 5 unique characters and restore peace in the Amazon rainforest!”
Conway: Disappearance at Dahlia View
Date: 02/11/2021
Genre: Adventure
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Switch
“When 8-year-old Charlotte May is reported missing from Dahlia View, retired detective Robert Conway launches his own investigation into her disappearance. Lead the investigation and uncover dark secrets in a story-driven observational thriller from the creators of The Occupation and Ether One.”
Cupid Parasite
Date: 02/11/2021
Genre: Adventure / RPG / Simulation
Platforms: Switch
“What’s love got to do with it? In this divine romantic comedy, play as Lynette Mirror, Cupid Corporation’s top bridal advisor and none other than Celestia’s Goddess of Love, Cupid! Determined to prove that love is more than bows and arrows, she meets her biggest challenge yet – the infamous Parasite 5.
But in finding love for the Parasite 5, will Cupid find love herself?”
Blood Shore
Date: 03/11/2021
Genre: Action / Adventure
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Switch
“Bloodshore is an interactive action movie about a televised battle royale between high-profile streamers, entertainers and death row inmates. You control the fate of Nick, a washed-up actor who fights for a life-changing cash prize.
All is not what it seems in this latest season of Kill/Stream, the hottest reality TV show on the planet. Can Nick uncover the truth about Bloodshore Island before his time runs out?”
Just Dance 2022
Date: 04/11/2021
Genre: Music / Dance
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Switch
“Just Dance 2022, the ultimate dance game, is back with new universes and 40 hot new tracks from chart-topping hits like “Believer” by Imagine Dragons, “Level Up” by Ciara, and more!
Looking for the perfect game to dance to the latest hits and share some fun with friends and family? Just Dance 2022 is for you!”
Where Cards Fall
Date: 04/11/2021
Genre: Adventure
Platforms: PC, Switch
“Spread decks of cards to solve challenging spatial puzzles and progress through dream-like landscapes in this award-winning title. Traverse beautifully crafted, isometric puzzles that give way to a wordless coming-of-age story, that invites you to reflect on the formative moments of your own life.”
Demon Turf
Date: 04/11/2021
Genre: Adventure
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Switch
“The Demon World is inhabited by all kinds of nasties… Most of them lumped into gangs battling for dominion, each led by its own head honcho. Yet even these bad dudes are no match for the Demon King himself! Instead the task falls to Beebz, a young demon barely a thousand years old, who decides it’s time for her to kick every turf leader’s butt and become the Demon Queen herself.”
To The Rescue!
Date: 04/11/2021
Genre: Simulation
Platforms: PC
“To The Rescue! is a charming dog shelter simulator. Take care of unique dogs and find the right homes for as many of them as you can. Upgrade your shelter, control disease outbreaks, learn each dog’s preferences, and make tough decisions, all while helping support real-world animal shelters!”
Call of Duty: Vanguard
Date: 05/11/2021
Genre: Action / Shooter
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
“Rise on every front: Dogfight over the Pacific, airdrop over France, defend Stalingrad with a sniper’s precision and blast through advancing forces in North Africa. The Call of Duty® franchise returns with Call of Duty®: Vanguard, developed by Sledgehammer Games, where players will be immersed in visceral WWII combat on an unprecedented global scale.”
Let’s Build a Zoo
Date: 05/11/2021
Genre: Strategy / Simulation
Platforms: PC
“It’s time to build a zoo! Let out your wild side, and create your own animal empire with this cute, expansive management sim. Import and breed rare creatures, hire the right staff, keep your visitors happy, and deal with plenty of weird and wonderful events. Then try your hand at DNA Splicing, and stitch together over 300,000 different types of animal, ranging from the majestic Giraffephant to the peaceful PandOwl!”
Just Dance 2022
We can never get enough of dancing to our favourite beats. The Just Dance series has become a party favourite for obvious reasons, so we know we’re going to have a good time with all these new moves and grooves!
Be sure to check out last week’s Coming Out to see what you may have missed!
What new titles coming out are you most excited for this week? Let us know!