The highly anticipated Xbox Developer Direct 2024 kicked off the year with a bang, showcasing many exciting developments in the gaming world.
From the highly anticipated release date of Hellblade 2 to the official reveal of Machine Games’ Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, there’s much to take away from this show. Here are all the details.
Xbox Developer Direct 2024: Games announced
The Xbox Developer Direct 2024 event marked a turning point in the gaming industry, showcasing several exciting new games that will change the face of gaming forever. You can see the games on display below:
- Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2
- Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
- Avowed
- Visions of Mana
- Ara: History Untold
Now, let’s take a closer look at these games together.
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2
One of the most anticipated games announced at the event was Hellblade 2: Senua’s Saga. Developed by Ninja Theory, Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice promises to deliver even more stunning visuals, improved combat mechanics, and a deeper, more immersive story. Fans of the original game will be thrilled to know that the release date has finally been set for 21 May 2024.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
Another major Xbox Developer Direct 2024 reveal was Indiana Jones and the Great Circle from Machine Games. This first-person perspective adventure game takes players on an exciting journey through ancient temples, mysterious ruins, and hidden secrets. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle promises to be one of the year’s most exciting games focusing on puzzle-solving, combat, and exploration.
Avowed
Fallout: New Vegas and The Outer Worlds, Obsidian Entertainment is working on their latest RPG project, Avowed. Set in the same universe as the Pillars of Eternity series, this game promises to deliver a rich, immersive story with complex combat mechanics, engaging dialogue trees, and a vast open world to explore. Avowed will be released in Autumn 2024.
Visions of Mana
Square Enix appeared surprised at Xbox Developer Direct 2024, revealing its upcoming RPG Visions of Mana. The game marks a new chapter in the beloved Mana series, featuring real-time action combat, stunning monster designs, and beautiful music. With rideable mounts across the overworld and a deep storyline, Visions of Mana is set to conquer the hearts of RPG fans everywhere. The game is coming to Xbox, PC, and PlayStation in Summer 2024.
Ara: History Untold
Finally, Oxide Games’ Ara: History Untold is a new strategy game that promises to revolutionize the genre. With a unique simultaneous turn-based game mechanism, players can continue playing without waiting for their opponent’s turn. This, combined with a rich historical setting and engaging gameplay, makes Ara: History Untold a game to watch. The game will be released on PC and PC Game Pass in Autumn 2024.
The Xbox Developer Direct 2024 event was a huge success, showcasing a wide range of exciting new games that will take the gaming world by storm. With a focus on innovation, creativity, and community, Xbox is ushering in a new era of gaming, and we can’t wait to see what the future holds.
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