Summer Game Fest 2024
Few big games have been shown this year at Summer Game Fest 2024, but in terms of quantity, it was able to introduce a large number of games in less than 2 hours. But the big thing that happened in this series of Summer Game Fest 2024 was Geoff Keighley's criticism at the beginning of the festival about the closing of the studios and the dismissal of their employees.
What happened at the start of Summer Game Fest 2024?
Summer Game Fest 2024 kicked off with a bang—and not just because of the game reveals. Right at the start, Geoff Keighley, the face of the event, took a bold stance against the current state of the gaming industry. With layoffs and studio closures becoming all too common, Keighley didn’t hold back. He highlighted how smaller indie teams are shaking things up, pointing out that 8 of the 10 most successful games this year came from independent developers. It was a powerful message that set the tone for the rest of the showcase.
8 successful games made by small game teams and independent developers
- Keen Games
- Deep Rock Galactic Survivor
- Hades 2
- Manor Lords
- Balastro
- Super Market Simulator
- Buckshot Roulette
- Palworld
2 successful games published by reputable publishers
Big companies at Summer Game Fest 2024
This year’s Summer Game Fest was a whirlwind of announcements. While we didn’t get as many massive blockbusters as some fans hoped, the sheer volume of new titles was impressive. Major players like Capcom, Warner Bros., and 2K Games all showed up, while indie studios brought some serious heat. Here are some of the biggest highlights:
Guerrilla Games، Studio Gobo
One of the standout reveals was LEGO Horizon Adventures, announced for PC, PS5, and Nintendo Switch. Scheduled for release in fall 2024, this playful twist on the Horizon universe promises a unique blend of action and humor. Fans hoping for more details may get another look during the PlayStation Showcase 2024 later this year.
Torn Banner Studio in Summer Game Fest 2024
Horror fans, get ready. Torn Banner Studios unveiled No More Room in Hell 2, a multiplayer horror shooter where survival means teaming up in a dark, terrifying world. The game hits early access on Halloween 2024, and the CEO promised a spooky, intense experience for fans of the genre.
Warner Bros. Games
For all the wizarding world enthusiasts, Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions is arriving on September 3rd. It’ll be available on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, and PC. The best part? PlayStation Plus members can play it for free on day one!
2K Games
In a surprise twist, 2K didn’t drop Borderlands 4 as many hoped. Instead, they revealed Sid Meier's Civilization VII, launching in 2025 on all major platforms—PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, and PC. Strategy lovers, it’s time to start planning your next empire.
Blumhouse Games
Blumhouse Productions made their gaming debut with Blumhouse Games, unveiling seven spine-chilling titles:
Crisol: Theater of Idols
Vemila
Sleep Awake (from Eyes Out)
Fear the Spotlight
Cozy Game Pals
The Simulation
Project C
If you love horror, this lineup is for you.
Amazon Games
MMORPG fans, rejoice! New World: Aeternum is heading to PS5 and Xbox Series X|S on October 15, 2024. This version includes all previous PC content plus new features like a PvP zone and fresh character templates.
Uncapped Games
For strategy lovers, Battle Aces is an RTS game focused on massive battles and tactical warfare. According to Uncapped Games' senior director, it’s designed to be accessible to all skill levels while offering deep strategic play.
Other introduced games
Here are some other exciting announcements and when you can get your hands on them:
Kingdom Come Deliverance II: 2024 (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S)
Star Wars Outlaws: August 30, 2024
Black Myth: Wukong: August 20, 2024
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II: September 9, 2024
Metaphor: ReFantazio: October 11, 2024
Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero: October 11, 2024
Monster Hunter Stories: June 14, 2024
Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess: July 19, 2024
Sonic X Shadow Generations: October 25, 2024
The release date of the games
- Kingdom Come Deliverance II game will be released in 2024 on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S platforms.
- The expected game Star Wars Outlaws will be released on August 30.
- Neva game by Nomada Studio and Devolver Digital will be released in 2024.
- Game Science will release Black Myth: Wukong on August 20.
- Starry Studio will release the game Once Human on July 9.
- Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II will be released by Focus Entertainment Publishing on September 9.
- Metapher: ReFantazio will be released by Atlus on October 11.
- Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero will be released by Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe on October 11, 2024 for the PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC platforms.
- In July, the game Delta Force: Hawk Ops by TiMi Studio Group and Level Infinite will be released as an alpha test on personal computers.
- SNK will release Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves for the Xbox Series X|S and PC platforms in early 2025.
- Ncsoft Company will release the game Battle Crush, which is a 30-player game, on June 27 as Early Access.
- Slitterhead will be released on November 8 by Bokeh.
- Enotria the Last Song by Jyamma Games will be released on September 19.
- The First Descendant game will be released by Nexon on July 2.
- Sonic X Shadow Generations will be released by Sega on October 25.
- Monster Hunter Stories game by Capcom will be released on June 14.
- Kunitau-Gami: Path of the Goddess will be released by Capcom on July 19.
- Hyper Light Breaker will be released by Heart Machine and Arc Games in the fall of 2024.
- The skate game by Full Circle and EA companies will be playtesting for console in the fall of 2024.
- Monster Hunter Wilds game by Capcom will be released in 2025.
Xbox and Nintendo: Notably Absent
One big surprise? The absence of Xbox Game Studios and Nintendo. While their absence left some fans disappointed, the games that were shown still brought plenty of excitement.
What’s Next?
With more events like the PlayStation Showcase 2024 on the horizon, there’s still plenty to look forward to. Whether you’re into horror, RPGs, or strategy, this year’s Summer Game Fest proved there’s something for everyone.
Stay tuned for more updates as we dive deeper into these upcoming releases!
