Summer gaming showcases are upon us, and with them comes the excitement of potential announcements for highly anticipated games. Here are five announcements that could make this summer’s gaming marathon truly unforgettable:
Metroid Prime 4’s Reemergence
Metroid Prime 4 has been shrouded in secrecy for years, but with the Nintendo Switch’s fall lineup looking barren and the successor console on the horizon, it’s time for this highly anticipated title to resurface. Metroid Prime Remastered showcased the intricate design of the Metroid subseries, and Metroid Prime 4 has the potential to live up to those expectations and serve as a last hurrah for the popular Nintendo Switch.
BioShock 4’s Unveiling
BioShock 4 has been in development for several years, but we haven’t gotten a glimpse of it yet. The BioShock series has pushed the boundaries of narrative delivery in video games, and with a new generation of developers working on the sequel, it’s exciting to see what they come up with. Summer Game Fest has teased that 2K will reveal the next iteration in one of its biggest franchises, and many hope it will be BioShock 4.
A Medieval-Themed Doom Game
Rumors are swirling that id Software and Bethesda will reveal a new Doom game at this summer’s showcases. Dubbed Doom: The Dark Ages, this game is said to take place in a medieval-inspired Doom world. Putting a medieval twist on Doom’s aesthetics is a radical idea, and it has the potential to be a refreshing take on the franchise, especially given the success of Doom (2016) and Doom Eternal.
Horizon Zero Dawn Gets the Lego Treatment
A Lego game set in the Horizon universe has been heavily rumored. Lego Horizon Adventures could expose the Horizon franchise to a new, more kid-oriented audience, which would be an interesting move for PlayStation. It remains to be seen whether the game will simplify gameplay like other Lego titles or find a way to incorporate the series’ hunting and trap-laying mechanics.
Mid-Gen Upgrades for Xbox Series X and PS5
Mid-gen console refreshes for the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S have been rumored for over a year now. With this console generation approaching its fourth year, it’s the perfect time for updated, more powerful versions of the current consoles. The Xbox Games Showcase and a potential PlayStation State of Play would be ideal platforms for Microsoft and Sony to showcase these upgrades, especially as consumers start to think about saving money for next-generation consoles.
