As the end of 2024 draws near, the gaming world isn’t slowing down at all—December is jam-packed with great new games to celebrate the end of the year in style. This month has a lot of great games for all types of gamers, from long-awaited sequels and remakes to fresh new ideas. Come explore the thrilling games that will transform this last quarter of the year into an experience you won’t soon forget!
Delta Force (PC) – December 4
The old Delta Force series has been brought up to date in this tactical shooter. The game is about a very good military unit that is sent to deal with dangerous threats around the world. The story is about secret tasks like saving hostages and fighting strong mercenary groups. Players will be able to participate in big fights that include both foot and vehicle fighting. The game has both single-player and live group modes, and the focus is on working together. Missions are meant to test your planning, accuracy, and ability to adapt to different environments, such as deserts, woods, and cities. Delta Force offers an immersive combat experience with loadouts that can be changed and cutting-edge weapons.
Antonblast (PC) – December 3
Antonblast is a promising, fast-paced platform game where players take on the role of Anton, an explosives master. Anton’s valuable stash of alcohol is stolen by the Devil, sending him on a crazy journey to get it back. Players will go on strange adventures through worlds that they can destroy and that are full of strange people and tough challenges. Using Anton’s hammer to smash through levels, solve tasks, and beat bosses is how the game is played. Finding collectibles and hidden secrets is fun, and time trials make the game more fun to play again and again. The art style is old, and the colors and movements are very lively. For people who like old-school platform games, it has a mix of fun, action, and memories.
Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer (Switch) – December 5
Fitness Boxing 3 is a workout game that is meant to make working out fun and easy for everyone. It adds a personal trainer tool that makes workout plans for you based on your health goals. Upbeat music beats time with players’ punch, dodge, and spin moves, making workouts fun and effective. The game keeps track of your progress and gives you stats and awards to keep you going. It feels personal and engaging because you can change your avatar and train in different settings. You can box with family or friends in multiplayer settings, which makes the game more social. It’s a great way to stay busy at home, and the workouts are great for both beginners and exercise experts.
Infinity Nikki (Mobile, PC, PS5) – December 5
The adventure game Infinity Nikki takes place in an open world and is mostly about fashion and exploring. Nikki is a magical dress-up artist, and players go on a trip with her to find out what’s going on in a magical fantasy place. The story has you solving tasks, making friends, and collecting outfits that give you special powers. Puzzles, platforming, and crafting are all part of the gameplay, and players can explore a variety of biomes, such as underwater lands and magical woods. The game’s charm comes from the way it looks like a tale and lets you change how it looks. You can go on a trip with friends because the game supports cross-platform play and co-op gameplay. Style, strategy, and story all come together in a wonderful way.
FANTASIAN Neo Dimension (PC, PS4/5, Switch, XSX/S) – December 5
FANTASIAN Neo Dimension is a reimagining of the original FANTASIAN, blending classic JRPG mechanics with modern visuals. The story is about a young hero named Leo who has to find his way through a broken world to bring it back into order after a cosmic disaster. Turn-based fighting is the main type of gameplay, but there is a twist that lets players stack enemies for more planned fights. The hand-built diorama-style settings are beautiful and immersive, combining real models with computer figures. Players can experience beautiful landscapes, figure out difficult puzzles, and find out about secret stories. This version adds new elements and story arcs, so both newcomers and fans of the original can enjoy new material. It’s an emotional journey that brings together old and new ideas.
Marvel Rivals (PS5, PC, XSX/S) – December 6
Marvel Rivals is an online action game where Marvel heroes and rivals fight each other quickly. The plot is based on a problem in multiple universes that puts Spider-Man, Iron Man, and Thanos in battle rooms with each other. Each character has its own set of skills that players can use to pick their best and then work together to complete objectives. Third-person fighting is mixed with strategic parts like taking over zones or gathering power-ups. Dynamic settings based on famous Marvel places give the game more depth, and dangers and interactive parts change how fights go. The game has both free play and ranked modes for competition. It’s a battle between superheroes with action, tactics, and well-known characters.
Path of Exile 2 (PC, PS5, XSX/S) – December 6 (Early Access)
The dark fantasy action RPG Path of Exile 2 is both a follow-up to and an addition to the well-known first game. The story picks up years after Kitava fell, in a new world that is torn apart by war, with new people. Players make their own characters from a variety of classes, each with a large skill tree and a lot of different ways to build them. The main parts of the game are looting, fighting hordes of enemies, and wandering dark, creepy tunnels. The game has a new story mode, better graphics, and tweaked features like better movements and gear systems. It has a lot of depth, which fans of the first game will enjoy, and new players will enjoy a fresh start. Early Access gives players a chance to give opinions on how the game is being made.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle (PC, XSX/S) – December 9
An action-adventure game called Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is based on the famous archaeologist’s adventures. The story is about Indy’s search for the Great Circle, an ancient treasure that is said to have great power. Players go to strange places, like dense jungles or old sites, and solve tasks and avoid traps as they go. There are platforming tasks as well as fights against soldiers and other treasure hunters. The game captures the spirit of the movies by combining stories like in movies with live adventure. Players can get around with Indy’s whip and use his smarts to find hidden things. It’s an exciting adventure with mystery, history, and action.
Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind (PC, PS, Xbox, Switch) – December 10
Rita’s Rewind, a retro-themed beat-em-up game, welcomes back the Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers for a time-bending adventure. Rita Repulsa starts the story by going back in time and wiping out the Rangers’ wins with a special item. Players have to get their skills back and fix the timeline. To do this, they have to fight classic bad guys and foot forces. Up to four people can play together at the same time, and each Ranger has their own special moves and strikes. Fans can control Megazords in huge boss fights, which makes the fighting more interesting. The pixel art style of the game is a tribute to arcade games from the 1990s. Fans of the show, old and new, will enjoy it.
Resident Evil 2 Remake (Mobile, Mac) – December 10
New players can now enjoy the tense survival horror experience of the highly praised Resident Evil 2 Remake on mobile and Mac devices. As Leon S. Kennedy and Claire Redfield try to get out of Raccoon City during a zombie outbreak, the story goes on. As players move through the creepy police station, they have to solve tasks and fight off zombie-like monsters with the tools they have available. The gameplay is a good mix of exploring, fighting, and scary times. The controls have been changed to work better on mobile and Mac devices. The beautiful graphics and moody sound design have been kept exactly the same. It’s a scary ride whether you’ve been through the fear before or this is your first time going through it.
Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island (PC) – December 11
Shiren the Wanderer is back with a new, tough roguelike dungeon-crawling journey. The players go to Serpentcoil Island this time, a magical place full of riches, traps, and danger. The story of the game is about exploring procedurally produced dungeons to find out about the secrets of an old society. When a player dies, their progress is lost, but they keep the experience they’ve earned, which encourages them to play strategically. New features, like being able to recruit friends and make your own items, give the game more meaning. Even though the trip is hard, it’s fun because of the cute art style and strange characters. Fans of roguelikes and strategy RPGs should play it.
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, XSX/S) – December 10
The popular gothic action-adventure series Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered is brought back to life for current systems. Players take control of Raziel, a wraith, as he travels through a dark world run by vampires to find Kain, the man who made him. The remake improves the graphics by adding more details to the landscapes and making the animations smoother, but it keeps the scary mood of the original. Combat, puzzles, and travel are all part of the game, and you can switch between the physical and spiritual worlds. New improvements to the quality of life, such as faster movement and better controls, make it easier for newbies to get started. Fans will love this remake, which has a lot of new content and a great story. It’s also a great place for new players to start.
Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete (iOS, Android) – December 2
The popular mobile game Animal Crossing has been updated with new features and content in Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete. The game lets players take care of their own campsite, decorate it, and make friends with cute animal neighbors. The complete version adds more yearly events, bigger camping, and more furniture sets. You can get supplies by fishing, gardening, and helping your friends with their work. When you’re connected to the internet, you can go to your friends’ campgrounds, trade gifts, and participate in group events. The game also includes daily tasks and more ways to change how your avatar and the area look. Fans of cozy strategy games will love this peaceful escape.
Entropy Survivors (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – December 4
“Entropy Survivors” lets you play as two different heroes: a mech with a sword and a space frog that can shoot things very accurately. As the player, you’ll face the forces of Entropy with colorful weapons like a gun that shoots bees or garbage trucks that have been turned into weapons. You can play alone or with friends in online co-op, and you can change how you play by unlocking dozens of upgrades and new skills. You have to move quickly through colorful alien landscapes full of explosions and chain reactions while using strategy to stay alive. As a prequel to the world of Shoulders of Giants, it can be enjoyed on its own and is full of fun and beauty. The game is all about working together and being creative, and the story is all about how important friendship is. With so many possible combos of weapons and skills, each playthrough is both exciting and unexpected.
Dragon Eclipse (PC) – December 5
In Dragon Eclipse, you’ll find magical beings called Mystlings. Each one has its own stats, powers, and cards that can help you improve your deck. You’ll put together a team of three Mystlings that will change as you play. You’ll need to plan how to best use their combined skills in battle. Auto-battery and deck-building are both used in the game, so you can make tricky combos and try out different sets. As you travel, you’ll find interesting people, collect new cards, and fight to improve your deck. Since the Eclipse is coming up soon, you only have a short amount of time to explore the map before time runs out. You have to make choices as you try to get resources and get ready for the final task at the same time. Each run of the game is a new and exciting journey thanks to its great mix of strategy, discovery, and animals that change over time.
Skydance’s Behemoth (PS5, PC, PC VR, PSVR 2, Quest) – December 5
Skydance’s Behemoth is a gritty VR action-adventure game that takes place in a ruined world. The player controls a lone fighter who fights the huge Behemoths that roam the land. The story is told through environmental storytelling as you visit abandoned sites and figure out what happened to people. The game’s focus is on deep close-quarters fighting, where you have to time your hits, parries, and dodges perfectly to beat huge enemies. The climbing physics and traversal tasks give the world a lively and scary feel. With amazing graphics and features made just for VR, like realistic weapon handling, Behemoth gives players who want action and immersion a deep, exciting experience.
Only Lead Can Stop Them (PC) – December 9
You play as a soldier in “Only Lead Can Stop Them” during the Spanish Civil War, trying to protect the nation. In the game’s three campaigns and 30 action-packed levels, you’ll visit war-torn places like muddy trenches, old castles, and deep forests. The game is fast-paced and looks like old-school shooters from the 1990s, with monsters and settings made of pixel art. You will have ten strong weapons at your disposal, ranging from rifles and pistols to machine guns and bombs. You will use these weapons to fight both armed enemies and supernatural threats. Every level has secrets and tasks that make you want to explore and fight well. You’ll free trapped friends along the way and find out who the evil forces are that are planning to destroy the world with Nazis. The game mixes historical background with fast-paced, thrilling gameplay using a retro style and intense action.
Road Maintenance Simulator 2 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – December 9
In Road Maintenance Simulator 2, players are in charge of making sure the roads are safe and working properly. You can play the game in a job mode where you fix potholes, make new road markings, and clean up trash. To finish their tasks, players can use realistic tools like asphalt brushes and paint machines. Each job is harder and more interesting because the weather and traffic are always changing. There is also an “open-world exploration” mode in the game where you can drive around freely and find new jobs. It’s a unique and relaxed take on the simulator genre, with its realistic graphics and simulation gameplay.
Dungeons 4: Not Another Multiverse (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – December 10
When Dungeons 4 comes back, it brings a funny new twist to the dungeon management genre. In the story, a bad boss is trying to take over many worlds while dealing with annoying heroes and other bad guys. Dungeon builders add on to and grow their dungeons, set traps, and lead their troops to protect their area. The game adds multiverse mechanics that let players explore different worlds, each with their own tasks and prizes. Heroes will attack in larger and larger groups, causing you to plan and change. You can play the game more than once because it has both co-op and competitive multiplayer modes. You can play with friends or against them. It’s a mix of strategy, comedy, and crazy fun.
Fairy Tail 2 (PC) – December 11
You can follow Natsu, Lucy, and the rest of the Fairy Tail gang on their journeys in Fairy Tail 2. In the story, the guild meets new enemies and learns about old secrets during the 100-Year Quest arc. To take on difficult tasks, players can put together teams of their favorite figures, each with their own special skills. Turn-based fighting and exploration are both parts of the game, and you can interact with places from the cartoon. The game adds new features, such as combo strikes and ways to build guilds. The world of Fairy Tail comes to life through bright images and voice acting. You have to play it if you like the series or RPGs in general.
The Cabin Factory (PC) – December 13
In “The Cabin Factory,” your job as a “Cabin Inspector” seems easy: check each cabin to see if it’s haunted. You will carefully check every part of the cabin, hitting “clear” if it’s safe and “danger” if you find anything strange. But if the house is haunted, you need to leave right away to stay alive. The game is a short (about 60 minutes) scary experience that is influenced by psychological horror and empty places. It has a simple style that makes me think of movies like “P.T.” and “The Exit 8.” As you move through creepy, empty rooms, always on the lookout for signs of strange things going on, the stress builds. Observation and decision-making are big parts of the game, and the feeling of dread grows with each inspection. In a strange and scary world, it’s a scary, intense experience that tests your feelings and instincts.
Attack on Titan VR: Unbreakable (Quest) – December 17
The heated fights from Attack on Titan are now available in virtual reality with Attack on Titan VR: Unbreakable. In this game, players become part of the Scout Regiment and use Omni-Directional Mobility Gear to fly through the air and defeat huge Titans. The story has both original plots and tasks that are based on important parts of the anime. As you try to hit Titans’ weak spots while dodging their dangerous attacks, the game stresses accuracy, timing, and working together. You can join forces with other players in multiplayer co-op for tough fights. The images are realistic, and the action moves quickly. The game captures the thrill of fighting to save humanity.
As 2024 comes to a close, the gaming world sends off with a bang, releasing a huge number of copies, remakes, and brand-new games. Everyone can enjoy December’s lineup, which makes this last month truly memorable. We’re now at the end of the year’s game launches. Which one are you most looking forward to? Share your thoughts in the comments section below! Here’s to an exciting last chapter of 2024—happy gaming!
