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.

Return to Monkey Island

Date: 19/09/2022
Genre: Adventure
Platforms: PC, Switch

“Return to Monkey Island is an unexpected, thrilling return of series creator Ron Gilbert that continues the story of the legendary adventure games The Secret of Monkey Island and Monkey Island 2: LeChuck’s Revenge developed in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games.”

Sphere – Flying Cities

Date: 20/09/2022
Genre: Strategy / Simulation
Platforms: PC

“Sphere – Flying Cities is a sci-fi citybuilder which combines strategy, simulation, and survival elements in an extraordinary and immersive scenario. Rebuild and protect a society in a unique and hostile environment. Pay the price for your decisions and be prepared to lose everything.”

Construction Simulator

Date: 20/09/2022
Genre: Simulation
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X

“Construction Simulator is back – bigger and better than ever! Take charge of over 70 machines, dozens of them brand new to the franchise, and build to your heart’s content on two huge maps – on your own or with your friends! ”

Soulstice

Date: 20/09/2022
Genre: Action / Adventure
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X

“Explore a dark world brimming with hidden mysteries, master a diverse combat system, and inhabit the dual forces of two sisters in a coming-of-age dark fantasy story with fast-paced action, vicious enemies, and spectacular boss fights.”

Wylde Flowers

Date: 20/09/2022
Genre: Adventure / Simulation
Platforms: PC, Switch

“Join Tara on a heartfelt journey to become a witch in Wylde Flowers. Farm by day, and cast spells by night as you craft your cottagecore life and bond with your coven. Come to know and love the fully voice acted characters of Fairhaven, as you unravel a local mystery.”

God of Riffs

Date: 21/09/2022
Genre: Action / Indie
Platforms: PCVR, Quest

“Rock like the gods in God of Riffs, a rhythmic heavy metal VR game that’s like a hard rock album cover come to life! Wield twin guitar axes with the fury of a heavy metal god against swarms of skulls, demons, and more across the multiverse! Charge your weapons with heavy metal combos that send enemies flying and carve your name into heavy metal HIGH SCORE HISTORY!”

Serial Cleaners

Date: 22/09/2022
Genre: Action / Indie
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Switch

“Serial Cleaners is a top-down stealth-action game, where you get to experience being a murder scene cleaner for the mob in 1990s New York. Alternate between four cleaners, each with their own unique style, and live their stories.”

Beacon Pines

Date: 22/09/2022
Genre: Adventure / Indie
Platforms: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Switch

“Beacon Pines is a cute and creepy adventure game. Sneak out late, make new friends, uncover hidden truths, and collect words that will change the course of fate!”

The DioField Chronicle

Date: 22/09/2022
Genre: Strategy / RPG
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Switch

“A gritty and immersive story brought to life with the latest technology. Introducing “Real Time Tactical Battle” (RTTB), a new, deeply strategic, real-time battle system. The beginnings of a new Strategy RPG, crafted by a skilled and experienced development team.”

No Place For Bravery

Date: 22/09/2022
Genre: Action / Adventure / RPG
Platforms: PC, Switch

“Thorn, an old warrior worn down by decades of vim and violence, roams a world undone in search of his lost daughter. Dodge, parry & cleave your way out of brutal clashes in this 2D top-down action RPG, and discover the bone-chilling tale of Thorn’s crusade to make his family whole again.”

SpiderHeck

Date: 22/09/2022
Genre: Action / Indie
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Switch

“SpiderHeck is a fast-paced couch co-op brawler where spiders dance to the death in the grip of chaotic battles using laser swords, grenades and even rocket launchers to defeat their foes. Challenge yourself by fighting wave after wave of vicious enemies in endless hours of single-player fun, or let the mayhem begin in a dazzling fight against your friends taking on the enemies in PvE; stab, sling, and scramble your way to victory in this silly spider showdown.”

Slime Rancher 2 (early access)

Date: 22/09/2022
Genre: Action / Adventure / Simulation
Platforms: PC

“Slime Rancher 2 is a sequel to the award-winning, smash-hit original that has been enjoyed by over 15 million fans worldwide. Continue the adventures of Beatrix LeBeau as she journeys to Rainbow Island, a mysterious land brimming with ancient technology, unknown natural resources, and an avalanche of wiggling, jiggling, new slimes to discover.”

Session: Skate Sim

Date: 22/09/2022
Genre: Sports / Simulation
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X

“Made by and for skaters, the dual stick controls faithfully reproduce your feet on the skateboard for an ultra-realistic experience. Try out real-life iconic skate spots, customise your skater and equipment with items from the top brands”

Camped Out

Date: 22/09/2022
Genre: Action / Simulation
Platforms: PC, Switch

“Camped Out is a frenetic couch co-op game for friends and families where up to four players must work together to set up camp before darkness falls. Work together as a team to complete campsites and unlock further areas in the game world. Each level is a race against the clock where players are required to build tents, construct a campfire, cook enough food and get into bed before darkness falls.”

Potion Permit

Date: 22/09/2022
Genre: Action / Adventure / RPG
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Switch

“Moonbury’s residents need healing, and you’re the best chemist around! With your trusty tools, a brewing cauldron, and a canine companion at your side, you’ll need to diagnose symptoms, gather ingredients, brew potions, and cure ailments in this open-ended sim RPG.”

Remoteness

Date: 23/09/2022
Genre: Action / Adventure / Indie
Platforms: PC

“New York, 2034: you wake up after what seemed to be a terrible nightmare, while it is not. The district has been evacuated and isolated overnight by the army, after an electrical meteor shower hit the Earth. Fight, explore, survive, and try to escape from this hell!”

Han’yo

Date: 24/09/2022
Genre: Action
Platforms: PC

“Han’yo is a 2d side scrolling combat game that tells the story of Hiroko, a young samurai girl from ancient Japan. After witnessing her village being destroyed and slaughtered by the Oni, Hiroko has only one goal: revenge. Join her on a journey to find the Oni and avenge her people.”

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!