2021 will keep video games in the spotlight as a great way to kill time in social isolation. Here is a neat list with the main titles confirmed 2021
Despite the Covid-19 pandemic
crisis and all the problems that came with it, 2020 managed to be a great year
for video games, with the arrival of a new generation of consoles and several
incredible titles released for all platforms. More than ever, video games have
helped many of us to alleviate the difficulties and to forget a little about
the gloomy atmosphere that reigns outside the home.
With the pandemic still far from
over and the shadow of a lockdown still visible, the trend is that 2021 will
keep video games in the spotlight as a great way to kill time in social
isolation, allowing players to share their experiences and connect with their
friends even physically distant.
Thinking about it and to
celebrate our favorite hobby, we have prepared a neat list with the main titles
already confirmed for 2021, as well as some rumors and optimistic fans for them
to be launched as soon as possible. Will next year have even more incredible
games? Check out our list below.
The most expected video games for 2021
Resident Evil 8: Village
After getting it right by taking
the series to the first-person perspective in Resident Evil 7 biohazard and
taking chances with the remakes of the renowned Resident Evil 2 and 3, Capcom
will continue the main line of the franchise in Resident Evil Village.
So far, the game has presented
more mysteries than certainties, but we already know that it will have many new
monsters and that it will take place mainly in a snowy setting. It seems like a
"full plate" for horror fans, whether they are veterans of the series
or first-timers.
The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild 2
Nintendo delivered one of E3
2019's biggest surprises by dropping the bomb in an explosive teaser trailer:
"The Breath of the Wild sequel is in development." To get
excited, just remember the quality of the original game as well as the number
of prizes and acclaim it has received.
The reuse of the visual style and
engine of gameplay also refers to the transition between Ocarina of Time and
Majora's Mask on the Nintendo 64, both similar in their engine, but drastically
different in gameplay. Will Link and Zelda's new adventure succeed in
overcoming their predecessor?
Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake
The announcement of Prince of
Persia's return to video games was very divisive. The good news, it was amazing
to know that one of the greatest classics of video games is finally coming back
to the consoles! The bad news, many fans complained about its somewhat dated
look, which failed to capture the style of the original journey so well. Fortunately,
it was so good that its gameplay certainly stood the test of time, so this must
be a great chance for a new generation of players to rediscover this franchise
so important to the history of games.
Hitman 3
Don't be fooled by the name.
Despite what the numbering indicates, this is the 8th title in the main series
and also the outcome of what became known as the recent World of Murder
trilogy, as seen in the 2016 Hitman and its sequel launched in 2018. With a lot
of focus on stealth action, the game arrives in January on absolutely all
platforms of the new and old generation, including Stadia and Nintendo Switch.
God of War: Ragnarok
When director Cory Barlog led
Kratos' reinvention on PlayStation 4, his new vision for the character fell in
favor of the crowd. Greek mythology gave way to Nordic mythology, and the
protagonist left a thug without a brain or heart to become a father interested
in looking after the good of his little son, Atreus. This approach helped to
have more empathy for all the characters, and the various points left open in
the game will finally be explored in God of War Ragnarok ! As the previous
title won the top prize at TGA 2018, expectations could not be higher.
Horizon Forbidden West
Heroine Aloy's first adventure on
PlayStation 4 won over a legion of fans not only for the character's charisma
and skills, always full of weapons and resources to deal with the challenges on
her way, but also for her interesting world - filled with robotic dinosaurs.
We will see the return of all
this and more in the long-awaited sequence that is being developed for the PS5,
which promises to bring an even more colorful and captivating world. Certainly,
one of the best ways to make waves with the graphics of the new generation.
GhostWire: Tokyo
Bethesda's next project has
already started in the nicest possible way, as charismatic Ikumi Nakamura made
her announcement at E3 2019. Unfortunately, she left the Tango Gameworks studio
shortly after, but we are still very excited about the prospect of playing this
adventure with elements of action and magic in the first person. The idea here
is to use paranormal powers to defeat the spirits and ghosts that have taken
over Tokyo.
Gran Turismo 7
Gran Turismo is one of the most
traditional and esteemed series of video game racing simulators, in addition to
being one of Sony's biggest sales successes throughout all its console
generations. Thus, there is nothing more natural than to highlight the next
chapter of the main series already in the PS5 games showcases presented by the
company. Have you ever imagined how races will look more realistic than ever on
the PS5's sturdy hardware? We can't wait to race around circuits around the
world with this breathtaking look!
Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2
Since its original release in
2004, Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines has won over a legion of fans who will
finally be able to enjoy the storyline. Developed by Hardsuit Lab and produced
by Paradox Interactive, the game will be similar to Cyberpunk 2077 in the sense
that we will play mostly in 1st person, but we will be able to see our
character in certain moments in 3rd person. You will be able to create your own
vampire and history in 21st century Seattle. It seems like a "full
plate" for those who like RPG and great narratives.
Far Cry 6
The Far Cry franchise is well
known for its outstanding villains, especially after the 3rd game, which
brought us the charismatic Vaas Montenegro. To try to repeat the success of this
antagonist, Ubisoft bet on the renowned actor Giancarlo Esposito (who has
already played outstanding antagonists in Breaking Bad and The Mandalorian ),
who will live Anton “El Presidente” Castillo on a fictional Caribbean island
clearly inspired by Cuba. Expect a lot of shooting and twists when the game
hits the new and old generation consoles.
Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart
When Sony announced the technical
specifications for the PlayStation 5, the SSD was one of the most prominent
elements, as it made it easier to load the worlds and levels. Undoubtedly,
among the games shown so far, none of them have benefited as much from this as
Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart.
In the trailers and gameplay
demonstrations, it was possible to see how the pets move quickly between
different environments, not to mention the beautiful graphics full of particles
and lighting effects. It is one of the most beautiful and promising releases of
the new generation.
Halo Infinite
In an ideal world, the next Halo
would have been launched alongside the new Microsoft consoles, but the Xbox
Series X | S ended up hitting the shelves without its main flagship. Its
turbulent development ended up causing even more controversy after the 1st
gameplay video showed graphics that many considered well below the potential of
powerful consoles. Still, what has already been shown looks quite amusing, and
the 343 Industries team seems to have absorbed the feedback from the crowd
well. So, let's hope for a release worthy of the gigantic legacy of the
franchise.
Kena Bridge of Spirits
In an industry often seduced by
photorealism and the ultimate search for reproducing reality in graphics, it is
gratifying to see more colorful and artistic adventures, such as Kena: Bridge
of Spirits.
In the Ember Lab game, we
accompany a young spiritual guide who must help the dead to migrate from the
physical world to the hereafter. In the first quarter of 2021, it will come out
on PC, PS4, and PS5, looking completely adorable!
Gotham Knights
While Rocksteady is working on
its own game focused on the Suicide Squad (which should take a little longer to
get ready), we will be able to miss the Batman games with the promising Gotham
Knights, the new project of WB Games Montreal. He will be more focused on the
bat-family, entitled to a lot of multiplayer action alongside Robin, Batgirl,
Nightwing, and Red Hood. It will be exciting to test the Arhkam-style battle
system alongside our friends!
Hogwarts Legacy
As much as EA has released
several games inspired by the Harry Potter franchise over the years, especially
when the main film series was still being released, fans of the literary saga
of JK Rowling have never been able to fulfill their dream of living an epic
adventure. through the halls of Hogwarts castle. Well, at least so far! The RPG
developed by Avalanche Software will take place in the late 1800s and reveal
many secrets about each of the school's four houses.
Monster Hunter Rise
After Monster Hunter World helps
to "catapult" the franchise to Capcom's most successful serial port,
the adventure returns to Nintendo's consoles for a totally new chapter. Rise
brings some of the best visuals ever seen on the platform and is expected to be
the main third party launch of Nintendo's hybrid system in 2021.
So sharpen your sword, caress
your pet Stage and get ready to spend hundreds of hours on a new hunt when the
game hits our homes in March.
These were the most anticipated
Games for 2021 among others of course. So if you already know about some other
titles we missed in the above list, please share in the comments box so that
everybody else knows. Happy
gaming
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