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PC gamers alert! We’ve got all the best new video game titles for you to watch in 2019. We’ve got it all right here for you. We’ve looked over and examined all the latest releases and this is our list of the games we think are the most promising and the most fun and entertainment for you.

 

We suggest you bookmark this list so you can check back frequently. Updates will be made as appropriate, with any new information. We’ll also have trailers as well as titles for the video games.

 

If by any chance you notice a video game we’ve inadvertently missed, please let us know and we’ll check it out. Just leave a comment in the box below.

 

Okay, here we go:

 

Cyberpunk 2077

This comes from CD Projekt Red and is published by the same company. This is not only for PC platforms, but PS7 and XBO as well.

 

This title is yet to be released but it offers plenty of promise and we can’t wait to see it.

 

This is an extension of the hit game, The Wicher CD Projekt expects to have Cyberpunk 2077 in the marketplace soon. Although the company hasn’t yet released much information about the game but what has bee announced is that this time we’re talking far into the future. This would include open-world game with a wide spectrum of quests, campaigns and other interesting challenges that each player must complete. At the time of this writing, that’s all we have been able to find out.

 

E3 is just around the corner so we expect to receive the official word to share soon on this new title. That would include the overall narrative and possible rules of the game.

 

Psychonauts 2

This baby was developed by Double Fine Productions and published by Starbreeze Studios. This is for PC, PS4 and XBOX.

 

Release date is also to be announced

 

If you liked Psychonauts in its original form, you’ll be pleased at this title. This much awaited sequel will be coming out shortly. The developers are pretty tight-lipped about this video game but it is expected to follow Psychonauts in the Rhombus Ruin.

 

This title aimed to connect the first game with the sequel. We do know that players to resume the role of Raz and his Psi-Powers. Also, we’re given to believe that this may also reveal more of the history not only of Raz but his family as well.

 

Anthem

BioWare is the developer of this game published by Electronic arts.

 

This too is for Pc, XBO and PS4. Promised release date is 2019 in March.

 

The Talos Principle 2

Croteam brings us this one from publisher, Devolver Digital. This is for two platforms, PS4 and PC.

 

This interesting game takes a complex narrative and conceals it beneath a journey that is not only puzzling but complex. The aim of an android is to solve puzzles as they come upon a deserted island. The deeper you progress into the game the true narrative behind the android is unveiled. This was first released in 2014. With its positive reception, we’ve been promised a sequel. At this writing, we have no real information to share.

 

Session

Created by Crea-tre Studios, also the publisher, this one is for PC and XBO.

 

Although video games involving skateboarding may not be as popular as they were a short time ago. But that may be about to change when Session is released. This video game comes form India.

 

Since this is exclusive with Microsoft, you’re going to need Windows 10, but when you get it, you’re going to love it more than the Kickstarter campaign. This will have a Tony Hawk Pro Skater Lineup. This one is all about having fun as a pro skateboarder.

 

The Blackout Club

Question is the developer and publisher of this video game. Here, players have to cooperate in this horror tale, surrounded by mysterious and strange goings-on. The plot here is that in a small town, teenagers begin to blackout and wake up in different places randomly. Since they have no recollection of how they get where they are, they have to band together in order to solve the mystery and escape.

 

Rage 2

From developer Avalanche Studios, id Software and published by Bethesda Softworks, this video game has returned with a heart-wrenching new updated game. Rage throws players into the role of Walker, the last ranger. It’s the player’s challenge to survive in this world of dangerous mutants who have arrived here from an asteroid. Since it has been thirty years since the first Rage, so it’s not likely all the original characters will be there.

 

This is coming soon with plenty of opportunity for players to explore. Tim Willets, id Software co-worker who has helped develop Rage 2, tells us that they are continuing to review and revamp the entire video game. This includes improving the story line, better wheels, characters and lest we forget, new weaponry.

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Call of Cthulhu Review https://meridian-game.com/call-of-cthulhu-review/ https://meridian-game.com/call-of-cthulhu-review/#respond Tue, 30 Oct 2018 07:27:14 +0000 https://meridian-game.com/?p=3423 After years of suspense and intrigue, the H.P. Lovecraft inspired video game, The Call of Cthulhu, has been released by Cyanide and fans are underwhelmed. The game designed for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, has been facing setbacks for years, making its lackluster debut that much more disappointing.

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After years of suspense and intrigue, the H.P. Lovecraft inspired video game, The Call of Cthulhu, has been released by Cyanide and fans are underwhelmed. The game designed for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, has been facing setbacks for years, making its lackluster debut that much more disappointing.

 

While the game follows the basic mechanics of the original tabletop RPG, it diverges from its pen-n-paper predecessor in a number of ways. It’s these differences that strengthen the game’s character and allows players to overlook all of its shortcomings for a semi-enjoyable gaming experience.

 

Upon the official announcement of the game’s development in 2014, developers emphasized the game would be focused on investigation, stealth, and a whole lot of detective work. They kept that promise as the game is less focused on action and more about psychological horror and exploration. Odds are with this game, if you find yourself constantly in combat, you’re doing it wrong.

 

The open world environment of the game, named Darkwater, set in 1924 is visually stunning. The characters in this part of the game are compelling, to say the least, yet still feel unpolished, as if their stories haven’t been completely flushed out. Our titular hero, the cliche private investigator, Edward Pierce has been hired to investigate the mysterious death of a famous painter, her son and her husband.

 

Much of the time spent in Darkwater is spent negotiating with hostile locals, digging up clues such as newspaper clippings and documents, and examining anything that looks out of place. For some, this is the most entertaining part of the game. However, it seems developers weren’t interested in developing this part of the game further. They mythos of Call of Cthulhu rears its head about two hours into the game, this rushed and sloppy writing robs the games of any tension later on.

 

While the writing may be sloppy, the aesthetic of the game is appealing, if you’re a fan of B-movie gimmicks like that of the early Resident Evil games. The upside of this is the game is slower paced and fans have expressed pleasure with this aspect of the game.

 

However, fans have noticed certain limitations that the game cannot overcome. Awkward controls, poorly written subtitles, and the underdeveloped plot makes the game frustrating at best and downright exasperating at worst.

Perhaps these problems aren’t because of the developers, but more to do with the game’s complicated history. When it was initially announced, The Call of Cthulhu was to be developed by Frogwares a much larger development company than Cyanide. Through various developer changes and multiple setbacks, it is clear the game suffers from so many conflicting development teams and ideas.

 

Yet for all the flaws the game suffers, it can be an enjoyable way to pass the time. Like many RPG games, diligence is the name of the game, and this game is no different. New clues unlock new dialogue options that help you achieve your goals. All of these clues can be retrieved at any time in the menu, which also contains detailed information about Darkwater island.

 

Edward Pierce’s performance is mainly based on you the player. There are character traits for Pierce that players can pick and choose from in order to help him solve the case. Five character traits can be chosen: Strength, Eloquence, Investigation, Psychology, and Spot Hidden (this is an awesome ability as it allows you to find hidden items in certain specific areas).

 

As the game progresses other traits are added including Occultism and Medicine, which you obtain by collecting medical texts and occult items throughout the game. All these traits and tools help develop Pierce further so that he may complete his investigation. The great part about these traits is that the game becomes less about statistics. Stats don’t matter in this game as they neither guarantee or prevent your success.

 

What does matter, however, is the character’s development and strategy for conducting his investigation. For example, when Pierce is attempting to enter a guarded warehouse to search for clues, he has the ability to do this in a variety of ways based on character traits. If you have a high abundance of Eloquence you can talk your way past the guards, if you have a high-level of strength then maybe you can break the lock on the door.

 

While the game feels clunky and could use some polish, its an entertaining way to spend time if you like mystery games and challenges. The shortcomings of The Call of Cthulhu notwithstanding, the game is an interesting mystery with stunning visuals. Perhaps in the next edition, Cyanide will find a way to smooth out the wrinkles and make this game the best it can be.

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