The new year is here, and with it comes a fresh batch of video games to look forward to. Whether you’re into action, adventure, horror, or simulation, there’s something for everyone in January 2024. Here are some of the biggest and most exciting video games releasing this month across various platforms.
The Last of Us Part II Remastered (PS5) – January 19
One of the most acclaimed and controversial games of the PS4 era, The Last of Us Part II, is getting a remastered version for the PS5. The game follows the journey of Ellie and Abby, two survivors of a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by a fungal infection that turns humans into zombie-like creatures. The game explores themes of revenge, violence, love, and redemption, as the characters face moral dilemmas and brutal consequences.
The remastered version will feature enhanced graphics, performance, and loading times, as well as new features such as a roguelike mode, a photo mode, and a multiplayer mode. The game will also include the original game’s DLC, The Last of Us: Left Behind, which tells the story of Ellie’s past. If you missed this masterpiece on the PS4, or want to experience it again with improved visuals and gameplay, this is your chance.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC) – January 18
The Prince of Persia series is back with a new installment, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown. The game is a side-scrolling platformer that combines the classic gameplay of the original games with the modern graphics and mechanics of the Sands of Time trilogy. The game follows the Prince as he embarks on a quest to find the Lost Crown, a powerful artifact that can grant him the power to control time.
The game will feature fluid and acrobatic movements, puzzles, traps, and combat, as well as the ability to rewind time and create clones of the Prince. The game will also have a branching storyline with multiple endings, depending on the player’s choices and actions. The game is a homage to the fans of the series, as well as a fresh and innovative take on the genre.
Tekken 8 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – January 26
The legendary fighting game series, Tekken, returns with its eighth main entry, Tekken 8. The game is the final chapter of the Mishima Saga, which has been the main storyline of the series since the first game. The game will feature the return of familiar characters, such as Kazuya, Heihachi, Jin, Nina, and Paul, as well as new characters, such as Leroy, Fahkumram, and Lidia. The game will also introduce a new gameplay mechanic, called Rage Drive, which allows the player to unleash a powerful attack when their health is low.
The game will have a robust single-player mode, with a cinematic story mode, an arcade mode, a practice mode, and a treasure battle mode. The game will also have a competitive online mode, with ranked matches, casual matches, tournaments, and leaderboards. The game will also support cross-play and cross-progression, meaning that players can play and progress across different platforms. Tekken 8 is the ultimate fighting game for fans and newcomers alike.
Howl (PS5, Xbox Series X|S) – January 23
Howl is a new horror game from the creators of Until Dawn and The Dark Pictures Anthology. The game is set in a remote cabin in the woods, where a group of friends are celebrating a birthday. However, their party is interrupted by a mysterious and deadly creature, that hunts them down one by one. The game is a survival horror game, where the player has to hide, run, fight, and make choices that will affect the fate of the characters and the story.
The game will feature realistic graphics, dynamic lighting and shadows, and a cinematic camera. The game will also have a multiplayer mode, where up to five players can play together online or locally, and each control a different character. The game will also have a replay value, as the story and the outcomes can change depending on the player’s actions. Howl is a game that will test your nerves and your morals.
