In the constantly chaotic world of video games, it’s easy to lose sight of what the most popular titles will be at launch, especially at a time when there are simply so many to choose from. Let’s take a look at some of the great titles that will make waves in the coming months.
Gears of war 2
Marcus Fenix and his team return in the long-awaited sequel to the hugely popular Gears of War. The adventure continues with our heroes using bigger and better weapons, fighting in astonishingly detailed environments. Battle online with the incomparable Xbox Live Network featuring new modes, maps, and weaponry. Excitement regarding the return of the mighty Xbox 360 game has reached a fever pitch ahead of its launch on November 7!
Dead space
The teaser snippets and leaked information about this space survivor have fans looking forward to a new generation of horror games. As with the best of this genre, you play as a common hero stranded aboard a spaceship, fighting to combat the terrors that lurk with the little equipment you can muster. The first reviews have been brilliant, putting the fear factor of this title with the notorious Silent Hill series. Seemingly banned in some countries, this game promises to take you to the extreme!
Little big planet
This strange offering on the PS3 is being touted as one of the most innovative games of all time. Seemingly a simple platformer, this game actually draws its appeal from the huge online capabilities, allowing players to create their own character and environments and share them with other players around the world. It’s fun, it looks cute, and it promises to keep gamers hooked with endless possibilities.
Tomb Raider underworld
The first lady of video games returns in November, and Lara Croft’s next-gen debut is already looking better than ever. Continuing the story arc that began with the Tomb Raider Legend, Lara tracks down Thor’s mystical hammer, leaving no cave unturned in her search. Crystal Dynamics promises us environments on a scale never seen before, and Lara has been further developed to be more realistic and powerful than ever!
Final Fantasy XIII
Oh come on, I had to throw this one. It’s probably more than a year away, but the next installment in the world-conquering franchise keeps fans hooked with trailers and information leaked at a notoriously mocking pace. What we’ve seen so far seems surprisingly excellent, and the very concept that Final Fantasy is coming to Next Gen consoles promises a gaming experience like no other.