Written by contributor Courtney Blanton
I must confess, I am honestly stoked about the upcoming games Nintendo is preparing to release for the rest of 2020 and the beginning of 2021. For those of you who don’t know, simulation games are my absolute favourite from the game shop to play; however, some of the titles I’ll be mentioning in this article are NOT from that category but have made myself look forward to adding it to my gaming collection.
The Survivalists (Released October 9th 2020)
Hunt (or be hunted by!) animals for food and an array of mythical enemies, who aren’t necessarily pleased to see you. Get quests from a Mysterious Stranger or find them washed up on the shore. Prepare to trek into a procedurally generated wilderness, with a variety of biomes, for an adventure that’s unique to every player.
I recently played the demo for this game and found myself getting Stardew Valley vibes; the game is similar in pixelated style and layout. The gamer plays as an islander who has been shipwrecked and must rely on the elements of nature in order to survive.
Remothered: Broken Porcelain (Released October 13th 2020)
The truths buried in the Ashmann Inn will not be discovered easily – its many mysteries are intertwined and guarded by the looming threat of the stalkers, powerful hunters trapped in time and the confines of its walls. Survival will take more than just quick reactions as a strategic and resourceful approach will quickly become critical in this haunting adventure. Be smart – knowing the best time to sneak, flee or fight imminent dangers can quickly make the hunters become the hunted.
This is an upcoming sequel to Remothered: Tormented Fathers that is perfect for gamers who have previously finished the first game, for gamers wanting to try out the series, and for gamers who enjoy the psychological horror genre!
Red Lantern (October 23rd 2020)
The Red Lantern is set in Alaska, where you play as The Musher as she sets out to train a dog sledding team and start a new life. With your trusty crew of dogs, navigate the ever-changing landscape and events in the Alaskan wilderness as you find your way home. Combining roguelike elements into this story-driven adventure game, where hundreds of different events can occur, you’ll have to fend off bears, resist frostbite, care for your dogs, and maybe receive a moose-licking.
There are so many things I’m looking forward to about this game: the Alaskan setting, playing as a Musher, and experiencing what this game’s story has to offer!
Empire of Sin (Releases December 1st 2020)
Build a ruthless 1920’s criminal empire, and outsmart, out-gun and outlast your opponents in Prohibition-era Chicago.
Out of the games I’ve mentioned so far, this is the pick most out of my gaming comfort zone. However, being set during the roaring 20’s, role-playing as a mafia member, and strengthening your criminal following? What’s not to find appealing about this game?
