https://www.techpowerup.com/324014/this-week-in-gaming-week-27 And just like that, we're in the second half of 2024. The first week of July brings with it a major release, at least if you're into futuristic online RPGs. Unfortunately, the rest of this week's new releases are mediocre at best and this seems to be a theme for the summer of 2024, unless you like pointless clicking games that is. At least the week starts with a new strategy game that involves knights, but from there it fizzles out in a DLC, a computer version of a classic family game, a retro version of an Xbox franchise and a creepy game in a pool. Oh and happy 4th of July to our US readers.
The First Descendant / This week's major release / Tuesday 2 July
The First Descendant is a free third-person cooperative action RPG shooter featuring high-quality graphics. Experience the fun of strategic boss fights through 4-player co-op and various unique characters, exciting gunplay, and looting. A variety of equipment is necessary for growth, and you can obtain them through clearing scenario missions within the game or in the World Missions where cooperation is crucial and battles with huge bosses.
Steam link Kingdom, Dungeon, and Hero / Monday 1 July
Kingdom, Dungeon, and Hero is a fantasy strategy and adventure game. Immerse yourself in a realm of horrors, magic, and strategic conquest on a hex-based map with a board game feel. Form armies, expand an economy, negotiate agreements, send heroes off on missions, explore dungeons, find magic items and artifacts to help you win the game.
Steam link Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail / This week's DLC / Tuesday 2 July
Blue seas, clear skies, and boundless possibilities await in Dawntrail, the newest expansion pack for the critically acclaimed FINAL FANTASY XIV Online! Explore uncharted territories with familiar faces as you discover new tribes, confront formidable threats, and expand your horizons as hope's light dawns once more.
Steam link 4 in a row / Wednesday 3 July
Astoundingly simple and exciting every time: Who will be the first to arrange four of their chips in a row - vertically, horizontally or diagonally? Block your opponent and draw them into your trap. But be careful not to fall into a trap yourself. Entertaining brain training for two bright minds!
Steam link Spartan Firefight - Free Edition / Thursday 4 July
Get ready for the Firefight! From the creators of Spartan Runner comes a new action-packed game: Spartan Firefight. Battle against waves of enemies across a variety of game modes and maps in under five minutes. Unlock and upgrades powerful weapons to help you in your task. Purchase and collect skins, helmets, shoulders and more to create your unique Spartan.
Steam link Poolrooms / Friday 5 July
Dive into an expansive complex of interconnected rooms and corridors, all slightly submerged in undulating, lukewarm water. The architecture is both varied and strict, with each area connecting in a senseless manner, devoid of any easily identifiable purpose. Pillars protrude from the water, staircases descend into deep pits, and light casts irregular shadows, leaving some areas shrouded in darkness.
Steam link Another week of game releases