Though we are in the swansong of 2024, the gaming world is buzzing with excitement as a big month lies ahead. The lineup of the upcoming video games in December 2024 is being touted by many as one of the best of the year. While we want to steer clear of making such tall claims, a cursory look at the list is enough proof that 2024 is set for a thrilling conclusion.
When it comes to any video game lineup, diversity is a quality that is highly valued. And make no mistake, December has something on offer for all kinds of gamers. From remasters of beloved classics to fresh entries in long-running franchises, you are likely to be spoilt for choice.
Besides a variety of genres, the top releases of December 2024 are spread across platforms, ranging from next-gen consoles to smartphones. This is a testament to how dynamic the gaming industry has become over the years.
In case we have piqued your interest, keep scrolling to learn about the top video games releasing in December 2024, complete with all the key details including their genres, platforms and release dates.
The best upcoming video games of December 2024
1. Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete
Genre: Social simulation
Platforms: Android, iOS
Publisher: Nintendo
Release date: 3 December 2024
In 2017, Nintendo released Pocket Camp, a free-to-play entry from the Animal Crossing franchise that was exclusive to smartphones. While players can manage a town in the mainline games of this series, in Pocket Camp their actions are limited to a camp. This smartphone title also introduced a store that sold various cosmetic items. These were the only major differences between Pocket Camp and the mainline Animal Crossing titles.
Now, after seven years, Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp is set to be replaced with Pocket Camp Complete. Pegged by Nintendo as a premium version of Pocket Camp, this December 2024 release will include almost all of the previously released content. However, the developers are likely to remove all free-to-play elements. A new addition is the provision to complete the new Pocket Camp title offline.
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2. FANTASIAN Neo Dimension
Genre: JRPG (Japanese role-playing game)
Platforms: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, PC
Publisher: Square Enix
Release date: 5 December 2024
The brainchild of Hironobu Sakaguchi, creator of the celebrated Final Fantasy franchise, this game follows Leo, the protagonist who remembers nothing but their name. As you progress in your journey, you will engage in turn-based battles with a myriad of challenging foes.
Besides a well-written story and breathtaking visuals, FANTASIAN Neo Dimension features music by legendary composer Nobuo Uematsu. This is, without question, one of the most highly-anticipated JRPGs of the year.
3. Marvel Rivals
Genre: Hero shooter
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC
Publisher: NetEase Games
Release date: 6 December 2024
Marvel Rivals brings together some of the most iconic superheroes of Marvel Comics in action-packed 6v6 third-person shooter matches. You can choose your favourite Marvel hero to fight — each is equipped with specialised weapons and unique abilities that, when utilised properly, will help them win.
Till now, developers have revealed as many as 27 playable characters. The list includes the likes of Black Panther, Captain America, Doctor Strange and Loki. There will be two maps in the game — Yggsgard and Tokyo of 2099. It will be released in December 2024 as a free-to-play live-service title and is expected to get constant updates, be it for new maps or characters.
4. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
Genre: Action, adventure
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC
Publisher: Bethesda Softworks
Release date: 9 December 2024 (Xbox and PC), TBA (PS5)
This addition to our list of the top upcoming video games in December 2024 is a no-brainer and for good reason.
After months of anticipation, MachineGames and Bethesda Softworks are finally ready with Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. This first-person action-adventure title will place the iconic hat of Indiana Jones on your head as you join him in his quest around the world to recover a stolen artefact and uncover its secrets.
Besides detailed locations, the game’s voice cast includes some of the gaming and movie industry’s most celebrated talents. This list includes Troy Baker, who plays Joel in The Last of Us franchise, and the late Tony Todd, best known as Venom in Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. The glimpses that we have got from the title’s trailer and gameplay videos suggest that Great Circle is set to be a grand adventure.
What’s more? Indiana Jones and the Great Circle will be available to all Xbox Game Pass subscribers from the first day of its release, which means that they get to play the game for free! Now that’s a steal deal if we ever saw one.
5. Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind
Genre: Beat ‘em up, action
Platforms: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, PC
Publisher: Digital Eclipse
Release date: 10 December 2024
For all the Power Rangers fans out there, Digital Eclipse has a pleasant surprise this December — a brand-new side-scrolling action game featuring characters from the popular Mighty Morphin Power Rangers series. In this title, you will face a reincarnation of Robo Rita, one of the most dangerous foes of our beloved superheroes.
In Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind, up to four players can join forces against the notorious nemesis. Staying true to the ethos of this series, the developers have given every playable character their unique set of abilities. This is one of those upcoming video games of December 2024 that most people are likely to enjoy, irrespective of being a Power Rangers fan.
6. Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered
Genre: RPG, action, hack and slash
Platforms: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, PC
Publisher: Aspyr
Release date: 10 December 2024
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 is a collection of two third-person action games with a vampire named Raziel as the protagonist. In his pursuit of revenge, he has to fight various creatures like thralls, and mutants, and unlock special abilities for Raziel to use.
The remastered version of the classic games will feature improved visuals, a photo mode, a map and compass, and a day and night cycle. These features are likely to make these titles more atmospheric and their worlds easier to navigate.
7. Alien: Rogue Incursion
Genre: Survival horror
Platforms: PlayStation 5, PC (VR title)
Publisher: Survios
Release date: 19 December 2024
Alien: Rogue Incursion is a single-player first-person survival horror game that follows Zula Hendricks, an ex-Colonial Marine who finds herself stuck in a space facility overrun by Xenomorphs.
This VR-exclusive title in the long-running Alien franchise is set to elevate the gaming experience with its detailed visuals, thrilling score and impressive sound design. The developers have even implemented DualSense’s haptics to enhance the player experience, making it one of the most detailed and immersive survival horror games on the PS VR 2.
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