The year 2020 has been a rollercoaster ride for everyone, and video games have certainly helped to break the monotony of things this year. With the COVID-19 pandemic taking over populations globally, gaming seems to be the saving grace in terms of entertainment. Virtual gaming has seen a significant surge in popularity, with people trying out new games to keep themselves entertained. As the year draws to a close, 2021 promises to be another year of exciting Game hot launches and releases across all designated gaming platforms. In this post, we list out some of the best games to watch out for in 2021.
Resident Evil Village:
Resident Evil Village is an upcoming survival horror game set to release in 2021. The game is the eighth main installment in the Resident Evil series and is being developed and published by Capcom. The game takes place years after the events of Resident Evil 7 biohazard and is set in a fictional village located in Eastern Europe. Players will once again take on the role of protagonist Ethan Winters as he comes face-to-face with a new strain of horror.
Gotham Knights:
Gotham Knights takes us back to the city of Gotham, where Batman is dead, and his allies take up the mantle of the Dark Knight to protect the city from a new collection of enemies. The game features four playable characters, namely Batgirl, Nightwing, Red-Hood, and Robin. Each character brings unique skills and abilities to the table, making this game a great action-packed experience. The game is expected to release in 2021 and is being developed by WB Games Montreal and published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment.
Forza Horizon 5:
Are you a fan of racing games? Then Forza Horizon 5 is something you wouldn’t want to miss. The game is an open-world racing game that takes players around the world, ranging from deserts to jungles, and everything in between, providing a new “Horizon Adventure” experience. The game is set to release in 2021 and is being developed by Playground Games and published by Microsoft Studios.
Halo Infinite:
Halo Infinite is the latest entry in the Halo franchise and is the sixth main entry in the series. Developed by 343 Industries and published by Xbox Game Studios, the game is set to release in 2021. This first-person shooter game is set in an open-world environment and features Master Chief as the protagonist, continuing the story from previous entries. The game promises a new experience for fans of the series, with the classic Halo gameplay mechanics we all know and love.
Hogwarts Legacy:
Hogwarts Legacy is an upcoming action-role-playing game set in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. The game is being developed by Avalanche Software and published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. Players will play as a student at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in the late 1800s, taking on classes, practicing spells, and encountering magical beasts. This game promises to offer players a never-before-seen experience in the world of Harry Potter.
Conclusion:
2021 promises to be another exciting year for gamers eternally hungry for new gaming experiences. From games that offer immersive storytelling to games that revolve around strategy, adventure, action, and puzzles, there’s something for everyone in 2021. While we have only touched upon just a few of the most anticipated games for next year, it is quite evident that gamers are yet to experience more thrills and adrenaline-rushes with a plentiful host of upcoming new releases. The gaming industry seems to rise to the challenges this year has brought and are delivering some of the best games for those seeking refuge in new worlds of imagination and adventure.