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.
Disgaea 6 Complete
Date: 28/06/2022
Genre: Strategy / RPG
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5
“Join Zed on his quest to destroy the God of Destruction in the newest installment of the SRPG series, Disgaea! Join the zany cast for one HL of an adventure and use specialized abilities like Super Reincarnation to battle your way to victory! Disgaea 6 Complete includes all previously released DLC!”
MX VS ATV Legends
Date: 28/06/2022
Genre: Racing / Sports
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
“Race your way to victory on bikes, ATVs and UTVs in MX vs ATV Legends! Featuring massive new open environments, plus a career mode that lets you experience all the risks and rewards of becoming a world-famous professional rider.
Become an off-road racing legend in your own right! Your time is now!”
Squish
Date: 28/06/2022
Genre: Action
Platforms: PC, Switch
“Squish – A spoopy, colorful, and fast-paced party game where you and up to three gooey friends rave it up in an underground crypt as it collapses down on you. You must push blocks, dodge incoming hazards from all directions, and jump to survive the grave rave gone awry. Squish your opponents while avoiding the dangers that come your way. Last Skelegoo standing takes it all!”
DNF Duel
Date: 28/06/2022
Genre: Action
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5
“THE SEEDS OF VOLITION BRING FORTH A CHALLENGER.
Action fighting at its extreme! One of the most popular and widely played RPGs in the world, Dungeon and Fighter is now back as a 2.5D action fighting game. Choose from 16 charming characters, each with their distinct skills and personalities. Outsmart, outplay, or downright beat up your opponents and become the master of the Ultimate Will!”
Birushana: Rising Flower of Genpei
Date: 28/06/2022
Genre: Adventure / Visual Novel
Platforms: Switch
“Torn between warring factions and a desire for a peaceful life, can Shanao forge her own path – and find someone worthy of her journey in this visual novel?
Fifteen years after the Heiji Rebellion, the Heike clan has reached the height of its power, while the Genji clan remains devastated by defeat. Hidden deep within the mountains of Kurama lives Shanao, the youngest surviving male heir to the Genji name. However, Shanao harbors a deep secret known by very few.
The youngest heir to the Genji name is no man.”
Fobia – St. Dinfna Hotel
Date: 28/06/2022
Genre: Horror
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
“Treze Trilhas is home to the St. Dinfina Hotel, a decadent site that is the subject of numerous rumors including mysterious disappearances and paranormal activity. Hoping to break the story, amateur journalist Roberto Leite Lopes travels to Santa Catarina following a tip from his friend Stephanie.
His investigative skills will be needed not only to uncover the truth but to survive when reality is turned upside down with his discovery of a camera that reveals different timelines, a fanatical cult, human experiments, and apparitions roaming the halls. Solve puzzles and scavenge for anything to stop their hunt as the past, present and future collide.”
Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course
Date: 30/06/2022
Genre: Action
Platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One, Switch
“Another helping of classic Cuphead action awaits you in Cuphead – The Delicious Last Course! Brothers Cuphead and Mugman are joined by the clever, adventurous Ms. Chalice for a rollicking adventure on a previously undiscovered Inkwell Isle! With the aid of new weapons, magical charms, and Ms. Chalice’s unique abilities, players will take on a new cast of fearsome, larger than life bosses to assist the jolly Chef Saltbaker in Cuphead’s final challenging quest! For all those with an appetite for adventure, be ready to set sail for D.L.C. Isle when The Delicious Last Course launches on June 30, 2022.”
The Galactic Junkers
Date: 30/06/2022
Genre: Action / Adventure / Strategy
Platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One, Switch
“The Galactic Junkers is a comedic action-adventure space combat game that puts you in the role of a space captain on the run. Your ship might be falling apart and your crew isn’t the best but with a little luck you can keep everything ship-shape. Upgrade your ship, hire new crew, steal supplies and equipment, and keep searching for the truth of why everyone wants you dead.”
RABBIDS: PARTY OF LEGENDS
Date: 30/06/2022
Genre: Action / Party
Platforms: PS4, Xbox One, Switch
“Embark on a legendary journey with the Rabbids in this hilarious party game! Join them on an incredible quest, filled with hilarious moments and colorful characters. Gather with friends and family and enjoy a multitude of ridiculously fun mini-games in the most epic Rabbids party yet.”
Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak
Date: 30/06/2022
Genre: Action / RPG
Platforms: PC, Switch
“The world of Monster Hunter Rise gets bigger and deeper with this massive expansion featuring new monsters, new locales and more!
Note: You must own Monster Hunter Rise in order to play this expansion. Sunbreak content is accessible after completion of the 7-star Hub quest “Serpent Goddess of Thunder”. If you purchase this content while the game is open, you must restart the game in order to access the content.”
Outriders: Worldslayer
Date: 30/06/2022
Genre: Action / Adventure / RPG
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
“The WORLDSLAYER UPGRADE allows owners of OUTRIDERS to upgrade straight into the new WORLDSLAYER game content.
With new horrors to challenge you and new weapons, mods and gear to discover, you’ll be further developing your build through the new PAX hybrid branch class trees. Survive the campaign and you’ll face even greater horrors in the Trials of Tarya Grata, the brand new endgame. Which partnered with Ascension Points offers a new long term progression system for the most committed players.
Finally, push hard through the new Apocalypse difficulty tiers, with each step up to level 40 increasing the chances of obtaining incredible Apocalypse gear and its game changing third mod slot.”
F1 22
Date: 01/07/2022
Genre: Racing / Sports
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
“Enter the new era of Formula 1® in EA SPORTS™ F1® 22, the official video game of the 2022 FIA Formula One World Championship™. Take your seat for a new season as redesigned cars and overhauled rules redefine race day, test your skills around the new Miami International Autodrome, and get a taste of the glitz and glamour in F1® Life.”
Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak
There are some great releases this week, and the Monster Hunter franchise stands out as one to look forward to. More exploration and monster hunting is on its way, expanding on the experience of Monster Hunter Rise!
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!