Coming Out in gaming this week — September 12, 2022

Posted on September 12, 2022

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.

Kitsune Zero

Date: 12/09/2022
Genre:
Action / Adventure
Platforms: PC

“Run, jump, and stomp on ghostlike creatures from Japanese folklore lurking in the countryside and castles. Collect powerups that make Yumi grow in size, grant fireball abilities, and make her invincible for a short time. Gather the necessary ingredients to break the pact’s magic and take down the leader of the samurai clan to end the war.”

Lovecraft’s Untold Stories 2

Date: 13/09/2022
Genre:
Action / RPG
Platforms: PC

“Lovecraft’s Untold Stories 2 is an action RPG with rogue-like elements that continues the story where Lovecraft’s Untold Stories left off, taking the characters to a new stage in their fight against the Unknown, in a completely new graphics style. Loot drops of randomized gear and resources to craft your own, explore old and new procedurally generated locations, defend yourself against dozens of different enemies and face off against epic bosses! Beware, for the game is more challenging than ever before, and the tough nightmarish creatures opposing you will not give up easily!”

Isonzo

Date: 13/09/2022
Genre:
Action / Strategy / MMO
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X

“Ferocious Alpine warfare will test your tactical skills in this authentic WW1 FPS. Battle among the scenic peaks, rugged valleys and idyllic towns of northern Italy. The Great War on the Italian Front is brought to life and elevated to unexpected heights!”

Little Orpheus

Date: 13/09/2022
Genre:
Adventure
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Switch

“This definitive edition of the multiple-award-winning hit by master storytellers The Chinese Room is remastered for the big screen and includes all bonus content of the original. A HERO WILL EMERGE!”

Freedom Planet 2

Date: 13/09/2022
Genre:
Action / Adventure
Platforms: PC, Switch

“Join the heroes of Avalice as they face their greatest challenge yet! An ancient terror has emerged from the depths of the ocean. Merga, a water dragon from Avalice’s oldest and deadliest war, has been freed from her crystal prison as a consequence of the Kingdom Stone’s destruction. War is imminent once again, but this time, the heroes are split between sides. As friendships are tested, will the girls stand united when Bakunawa rises?”

Sunday Gold

Date: 13/09/2022
Genre:
Adventure / RPG
Platforms: PC

“Sunday Gold is a point-and-click, turn-based adventure game set in grim, dystopian future. Play as a ragtag trio of criminals to hunt down and expose the dark secrets of an evil mega-corporation and the malevolent billionaire behind it.”

Deadwater Saloon

Date: 14/09/2022
Genre:
Simulation
Platforms: PC

“Dive into the wild west as a saloon owner in a volatile frontier town. Customize your character and face the consequences of your choices as you forge friendships and enemies of townsfolk, travellers, outlaws and lawmen. Build the most famous saloon in the territory, or be overwhelmed and destroyed.”

You Suck at Parking

Date: 14/09/2022
Genre:
Action / Racing
Platforms: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X

“You Suck at Parking™ is the only racing game where your goal is to stop. Colorful yet uphill, challenge the world, and customize your ride in this ever-evolving parking simulator.”

Whateverland

Date: 15/09/2022
Genre:
Adventure
Platforms: PC

“Whateverland is a hand-painted point-n-click adventure game with a branching dialogue system, non-linear gameplay, various endings and unique in-game turn-based board game. Find your way out of a magical prison called Whateverland with a charming ghost Nick by your side, get to meet the charismatic locals, steal and deceive or be a good boy and help others to discover all the different endings to this bizarre adventure.”

Metal: Hellsinger

Date: 15/09/2022
Genre:
Action / FPS
Platforms: PC, PS5 Xbox Series X

“Metal: Hellsinger is a rhythm FPS, where your ability to shoot on the beat will enhance your gameplay experience. The more in sync you are with the rhythm, the more intense the music will become and the more destruction you will cause.”

Foretales

Date: 15/09/2022
Genre:
Adventure
Platforms: PC, Switch

“Decide the fate of the world in this ingenious story-driven card game. Foretales offers a unique take on the adventure genre, with a multitude of playstyles and story paths through which you can save the world… or bring about its end.”

Despot’s Game: Dystopian Army Builder

Date: 15/09/2022
Genre:
Strategy / RPG
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Switch

“Guide puny humans through Despot’s Game – a rogue-like tactics army battler. Equip your team and sacrifice them through procedural dungeons as you fight enemies, and other players!”

SBK 22

Date: 15/09/2022
Genre:
Racing / Simulation
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X

“Saddle up your Superbike and show what you’re made of while racing in the official 2022 WorldSBK™. After ten years, SBK™ returns with a title more immersive and engaging than ever!”

Wayward Strand

Date: 15/09/2022
Genre:
Adventure / RPG
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Switch

“Wayward Strand is a heartfelt story told in a curious way. Hop aboard an airborne hospital and meet its fully-voiced cast of eclectic characters. As time passes for everyone on board, explore the interwoven lives of the patients and staff; discover something new on each and every playthrough.”

Bloody Efforts

Date: 16/09/2022
Genre:
Action / Indie
Platforms: PC

“League of Legends mechanics in 2D platformer or tactical and cooperative Mortal Kombat? Bloody Efforts combines MOBA with Fighting Games giving tools to create your own Fighters with unique, self-designed gameplay.”

Stones Keeper

Date: 16/09/2022
Genre:
Strategy / RPG
Platforms: PC

“Stones Keeper is a turn-based strategy game with RPG elements in which you explore a detailed fantasy world, lead the Order of the Griffin, recruit and enhance your fighters, control a flying island, search for artifacts, and learn the secrets of the ancients.”

Wayward Strand

A weekend adventure set upon a flying hospital is sure to bring a tear or two with it. Everyone has their own story for you to discover through your playthroughs, so it will make a great cozy game to curl up with for a few hours.

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!