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.
WoW: The War Within
Date: August 26, 2024
Genre: MMO
Platforms: PC
“Journey through never-before-seen subterranean worlds filled with hidden wonders and lurking perils, down to the dark depths of the nerubian empire, where the malicious Harbinger of the Void is gathering arachnid forces to bring Azeroth to its knees.”
Core Keeper
Date: August 27, 2024
Genre: Sandbox, Survival
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Switch
“Explore an endless cavern of creatures, relics and resources in a mining sandbox adventure for 1-8 players. Mine, build, fight, craft and farm to unravel the mystery of the ancient Core.”
Knock on the Coffin Lid
Date: August 28, 2024
Genre: Roguelike Deckbuilder
Platforms: PC
“Investigate your own death, find ways to break free from a time loop, choose a hero who will ascend to the throne and rule the Northern gate! The fates of whole nations of the land of Midian depend on your choices.”
Emio – The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club
Date: August 29, 2024
Genre: Adventure, Simulation
Platforms: Switch
“Solve the tragic death of a student, where a creepy clue recalls cold cases from the past and an urban legend about a killer with a disturbing modus operandi.”
Visions of Mana
Date: August 29, 2024
Genre: Action RPG, JRPG
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox Series X|S
“Visions of Mana is a brand new title in this series revolving around the sacred sword and mana. Val and his childhood friend Hinna, the newly appointed Alm of Fire, set off on a journey to the Mana Tree.”
Gundam Breaker 4
Date: August 29, 2024
Genre: Action, Hack and Slash
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 4/5, Switch
“Create your own ultimate Gundam in the newest Gundam Breaker! With more customizable parts than ever before, you finally have the freedom to build your perfect Gunpla. Test it in battle using the brand new dual-weapon system and break parts off of your enemies and add them to your collection.”
Gori: Cuddly Carnage
Date: August 29, 2024
Genre: Cyberpunk, Horror
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Switch
“Humanity has been destroyed – and it’s up to Gori, along with his deadly but wise-cracking sentient hoverboard, F.R.A.N.K, and morose AI companion, CH1-P, to shred and slay the evil Adorable Army!”
Bloodless
Date: August 29, 2024
Genre: Retro, Soulslike
Platforms: PC
“Stylish, action-adventure game featuring counter-based, non-lethal combat centered around ronin Tomoe’s signature dash-counter mechanic, fighting with nothing but her bare fists to disarm her former allies, the samurai army of Shogun Akechi.”
Akimbot
Date: August 29, 2024
Genre: Platformer, Shooter
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
“In the action-adventure platformer, Akimbot, blast your way through armies of robots, pilot spaceships and forge your own path to save the universe from impending doom! Set in a sci-fi world where only robots exist, travel the galaxy and experience non-stop robot mayhem and explosive action!”
Shadow of the Ninja – Reborn
Date: August 29, 2024
Genre: Action, Sidescroller
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch
“After 33 years in the shadows, prepare to see this legendary action adventure in a new light! Looking and playing better than ever before, Shadow of the Ninja – Reborn is Tengo Project’s remake of a cult classic, that the fans have been waiting for.”
Monster Jam Showdown
Date: August 29, 2024
Genre: Racing, Driving
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Switch
“It’s time to jump into a groundbreaking off-road arcade racing game, packed with thrilling sprints and unique tricks. Get behind the wheel of the most iconic Monster Jam™ trucks ever, and show your skills in several game modes!”
SMITE 2
Date: August 30, 2024
Genre: Action, MOBA
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
“Become a god and wage war in SMITE 2, the Unreal Engine 5-powered sequel to the legendary third-person action MOBA. If you love challenging competition, intense action, ability-driven combat, rewarding teamwork, or godly mythology, you’ll see why 40+ million players love SMITE.”
Star Wars Outlaws
Date: August 30, 2024
Genre: Shooter, Action-Adventure
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
“Explore distinct planets across the galaxy, both iconic and new. Risk it all as Kay Vess, an emerging scoundrel seeking freedom and the means to start a new life, along with her companion Nix. Fight, steal, and outwit your way through the galaxy’s crime syndicates as you join the galaxy’s most wanted. “
Umamusume: Pretty Derby – Party Dash
Date: August 30, 2024
Genre: Action, Casual
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 4, Switch
“A colorful cast of pixel-art Umamusume are all in line and ready to compete in the Slapdash Grand Prix, a school festival featuring four zany events! Which team will run, shoot, and eat their way to gold and glory?”
Akimbot
I’m a sucker for sci-fi games, and Akimbot aims to hit that spot. But not only that, the clear inspiration was taken from two PlayStation franchises: Ratchet & Clank and Jax & Daxter. You’ve played one of them or both of them, and it’s fun to see games we played as kids having influences on the games releasing today. Akimbot sure looks like it’s going to be action-packed and full of stupid fun.
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 about this week? Let us know!
About the Author
Missy Taylor
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Missy is a disabled writer on Boon wurrung land, who is obsessed with Garrus Vakarian and Captain America. You can find them talking about the art of Drag and eating Korean and Japanese food.
