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 for the final time in 2024.
Flint: Treasure of Oblivion
Date: December 17, 2024
Genre: RPG, Turn-Based Tactics
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch
“Experience the golden age of piracy through a strong and original narrative, real-time exploration and turn-based tactical combat in Flint – Treasure of Oblivion.”
Alien: Rogue Incursion
Date: December 19, 2024
Genre: Horror, Action
Platforms: PlayStation VR2, PC VR
“Alien: Rogue Incursion is an all-new action-horror VR game that transforms you into ex-Colonial Marine Zula Hendricks on a dangerous mission to the uncharted planet Purdan, featuring innovative real-life motion gameplay, a whole-body loadout, and the most cunning Xenomorphs ever encountered.”
Fountains
Date: December 20, 2024
Genre: Souls-like, Metroidvania
Platforms: PC
“Master high-skilled combat to uncover the secrets of an ancient, interconnected world.”
The Midnight Crimes
Date: December 20, 2024
Genre: Adventure, Point & Click
Platforms: PC
“Point-&-click detective adventure game, you are a retired private detective investigating the case of a missing child while facing his own past demons. Midnight Cove, the wicked Victorian city you live in, features semi-open world mechanics, side-quests, pets, character relationships and much more.”
Fusionist
Date: December 23, 2024
Genre: Turn-Based Tactics, Stratergy
Platforms: PC
“Introducing Fusionist Launch Version: The New Beginning! On Dec. 23rd, 2024, Fusionist will bring forth new maps, powerful weapons, and the game-changing Core System! Experience deeper customization and exciting strategies as you dive into the new Fusionist adventure!”
On Air
Date: December 27, 2024
Genre: Survival Horror, Visual Novel
Platforms: PC
“Imagine that you fell asleep in a quiet old hotel, and woke up in a completely different place, all the inhabitants of which want to kill you. Creatures hiding in the dark, strange shadows, heartbreaking screeching. You will have to face the unknown mechanisms and try to get out alive.”
The Midnight Crimes
Are you like me, and itching for The Wolf Among Us 2 to come out? In the meantime, fans of the series might want to have a look at The Midnight Crimes. Sure, you might have less hair, but, regardless, it looks like a lot of fun. While similarities can be made, the gameplay is unique to stand on its own. I mean, you can own a pet! A PET! The Midnight Crimes will be a great game to pick up!
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.
