Coming Out in gaming this week — December 4, 2023

Posted on December 3, 2023

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.

Svarog’s Dream

Date: 04/12/2023
Genre:
Action RPG
Platforms: PC

“Awaken as a soul from the Underworld. Discover who you are and explore an ever-changing open world full of mystery. Fight the beasts and gods or ally with them. Die and be reborn in this unforgettable adventure.”

Make Way

Date: 04/12/2023
Genre:
Party
Platforms: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S

“Speed around loops, dart through train crossings, drift around helter skelters, and unleash wacky weaponry in this modern take on classic top-down multiplayer racing games. The twist? You build the track.”

Born of Bread

Date: 05/12/2023
Genre:
RPG
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch

“Born of Bread is a wacky and joyful RPG Adventure, revisiting turn-based combat tropes. Play as Loaf, a flour-golem discovering this enchanting world full of humor, along with a colorful cast of buddies.”

Disney Dreamlight Valley

Date: 05/12/2023
Genre:
Life Sim
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Switch

“Explore a world filled with the magic of Disney as you discover rich stories and build the perfect neighborhood alongside Disney and Pixar heroes and villains in this new life-sim adventure game. Welcome to Disney Dreamlight Valley.”

The Anacrusis

Date: 05/12/2023
Genre:
FPS
Platforms: PC

“Battle for survival against endless alien hordes with your friends! From the lead for Left 4 Dead and L4D2, The Anacrusis is a 1-8 player first-person shooter. Experience intense 4 player co-op action or play as the aliens and stop your friends in Versus mode. Now with Steam Workshop support!”

Extremely Powerful Capybaras

Date: 05/12/2023
Genre:
Roguelike
Platforms: PC

“Become the bullet hell as a Capybara in this roguelite adventure! Brave the chaos solo or with up to 4 friends, forge your path through hordes of enemies, gather capy-powering weapons & skills and embrace your inner capybara in this action-packed bullet heaven frenzy!”

Blood West

Date: 05/12/2023
Genre:
FPS
Platforms: PC

“Weird west legends meet eldritch horror in BLOOD WEST, an immersive stealth FPS. Become the Undead Gunslinger, doomed to roam the barren lands until he manages to purge their curse, freeing his soul. 3 varied scenarios, perk-based character progression, and 20+ hours of gameplay await you!”

Chessarama

Date: 05/12/2023
Genre:
Strategy
Platforms: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S

“Chessarama is a collection of chess-inspired puzzle and strategy games that use chess pieces and their established move sets, then reimagines their goals and themes. Solve challenges, unlock collectibles, and compete against each other on the leaderboards. Welcome to Chessarama!”

A Highland Song

Date: 05/12/2023
Genre:
Adventure
Platforms: PC, Switch

“Moira McKinnon is running away. A wild adventure through the Scottish Highlands, with open platforming and dynamic storytelling, maps and music. From the creators of Heaven’s Vault and 80 Days.”

While the Iron’s Hot

Date: 05/12/2023
Genre:
Adventure
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Switch

“Reforge a blacksmith’s village on an isle of the land’s finest artisans! Step into the boots of an expert smith for a crafty adventure filled with mystery and charm. Explore the land of Ellian, and prove that a hammer, anvil, and your wits can overcome any challenge.”

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora

Date: 07/12/2023
Genre:
Action Adventure
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S

“Abducted by the human militaristic corporation known as the RDA, you, a Na’vi, were trained and molded to serve their purpose. Fifteen years later, you are free, but find yourself a stranger in your birthplace. Reconnect with your lost heritage, discover what it truly means to be Na’vi, and join other clans to protect Pandora from the RDA.”

Arizona Sunshine 2

Date: 07/12/2023
Genre:
FPS
Platforms: PCVR, PSVR2, Meta Quest 3

“It’s time to say hello to your old pal, Fred. Arizona Sunshine 2, the next-gen sequel to the fan-favorite VR apocalypse, packs even more gore-geous zombie action! And what’s better than braving the end of the f*cking world alone? Surviving it with your new best friend–Buddy.”

Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader

Date: 07/12/2023
Genre:
FPS
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S

“Made in a close partnership with Games Workshop, Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader is a story-rich classical RPG from Owlcat Games, developers of the critically acclaimed game, Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous.”

Evil Nun: The Broken Mask

Date: 07/12/2023
Genre:
FPS
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Switch

“You have been invited to a religious summer camp. When you arrive it is not what you expected and suddenly a nun hits you with a hammer. You wake up inside an abandoned school and you have to figure out how to get out. But to your surprise, you are not the only one trapped there.”

UNDYING

Date: 07/12/2023
Genre:
Adventure
Platforms: PC

“Infected by a zombie bite, Anling’s days are numbered. She must now fight to survive, not for herself but her young son, Cody. Ensure Cody’s survival in this zombie infested world by protecting him, searching for safety, and teaching him valuable skills, at any cost.”

Hollow Cocoon

Date: 07/12/2023
Genre:
Horror
Platforms: PC

“Trapped in a cocoon, the silkworm weaves her final dream.” Hollow Cocoon is a first-person horror adventure game set in 1980s Japan. Immerse yourself in meticulously recreated environments as you venture into the depths of unspeakable horrors that await you.”

Against the Storm

Date: 08/12/2023
Genre:
Strategy
Platforms: PC

“A dark fantasy city builder where you must rebuild civilization in the face of apocalyptic rains. As the Queen’s Viceroy, lead humans, beavers, lizards, foxes, and harpies to reclaim the wilderness and secure a future for civilization’s last survivors.”

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora

Perhaps an open-world Ubisoft title isn’t the most inspired choice for a top pick of the week. However, there’s no denying the kind of fun these titles can bring and the magic of the world of Pandora we found captured in this game during our preview.

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!