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Summer Game Fest 2024 highlights: All the major announcements

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Over the weekend, the Summer Game Fest 2024 dropped a lot of new trailers, release dates, and surprises on various titles, rom 2D side scrollers to new-gen horror games and sequels to familiar favorites. We’ve compiled all the major announcements here, in case you’ve missed them.

Street Fighter 6, Zenless Zone Zero updates

First off, we have already published two separate stories on Street Fighter 6 and Zenless Zone Zero

Capcom’s latest fighting game installment is already entering its second year, and it will have a Fatal Fury crossover. On top of that, M. Bison, who first appeared in Street Fighter II: Champion Edition, returns on June 26.

READ: Street Fighter 6 Year 2 features M. Bison, Fatal Fury crossover

Meanwhile, HoYoverse’s latest action title is confirmed for a July 4 global release across all platforms.

MORE: Zenless Zone Zero releases on July 4

Alan Wake 2 Night Springs DLC out now

Among the announcements at the midyear gaming conference that didn’t need a long wait. The Night Springs DLC for Remedy Entertainment’s horror-survival game, Alan Wake 2, is already available as of June 8.

The First Descendant coming this July

Another title that is dropping soon is The First Descendant, a free-to-play sci-fi shooter from NEXON Games. The third-person looter shooter is powered by Unreal Engine 5, tailor-built for new-gen consoles. The game lets players become descendants and save the world. It also supports both solo and co-op missions. It will be available on July 2 for PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms.

Lego Horizon Adventures is coming to PlayStation 5

Previously available only on Nintendo Switch and Steam, Lego Horizon Adventures will come to PlayStation 5 in late 2024. Players take on the role of Aloy, who is on a quest to guide heroes through the lush wilderness and save the world.

Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions confirmed for September 3

Meanwhile, Harry Potter fans will soon finally get to play quidditch themselves as Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions has been announced for a September 3 release. It will be available across several platforms, including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox, as well as PC via the Epic Games Store and Steam.

No More Room in Hell 2

For those into more horror titles, Torn Banner Studios has announced No More Room in Hell 2. It’s been 13 years since its predecessor was released by Lever Games, and this sequel promises to be even gorier and gruesome. It’s been announced that the title will have early access this Halloween. For more details, check the trailer below.

Star Wars Outlaws

Moreover, a lengthy trailer for the first ever open world Star Wars title, Star Wars Outlaws, has been unveiled to give fans a better look. Ubisoft’s game has Kay Vess as its star. It set between the events of The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, and will launch later this year.

Batman: Arkham Shadow

The trailer for Batman: Arkham Shadow revealed a lot on the VR title’s story, characters, and its main villain, Rat king.

Blumhouse horror titles

Blumhouse, which is known for its array of horror films, ventures into the gaming scene as well. They will be collaborating with various studios to release multiple games, including Fear the Spotlight, Grave Seasons, Sleep Awake, and Crisol Theater of Idols, to name a few.

Power Rangers Rita’s Rewind

Fans may live the life of a power ranger in this old school-style, 2D side scroller where they will take on villains as the original rangers themselves. It’s a fresh take that features an original story, but players will definitely get a familiar feel once they’ve immersed themselves. The title will release tentatively this 2024 as well.

Civilization VII coming in 2025

For those into titles with an ancient historical setting, Sid Meier’s Civilization VII is releasing next year. There aren’t much details yet except this teaser trailer. The title will succeed Civilization VI which has released in 2016.

 

Along with Civilization VII, EA has announced an all-new skate game. Although it’s still early into the latest game’s development, playtests and sign ups are available.

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Tides of Annihilation opens first public demo at Gamescom 2026

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Tides of Annihilation will make its public playable debut at Gamescom 2026.

Developer Eclipse Glow Games announced that attendees can try an extended demo of the upcoming action-adventure game during the event in Cologne, Germany. Players can find the demo at Hall 6, Booth B-050 inside Koelnmesse.

The studio will also reveal a new trailer during Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 25, before the show floor opens.

Demo offers more exploration and combat

The Gamescom demo gives players a longer look at Tides of Annihilation. It features branching paths that lead to different exploration routes and combat encounters. Players can also explore key locations and experience several of the game’s biggest set pieces.

“Gamescom will be an incredibly important moment for our team since this will be our first global playtest and we’re excited to see how first-time players experience our game,” said Ary Chen, Game Director and Co-CEO of Eclipse Glow Games.

“The team has poured heart, soul, and maybe even a few tears into developing the game over the last few years, and it’s finally our opportunity to share it with players. We’re looking forward to seeing their reaction.”

Members of the press and content creators can also schedule private hands-on sessions with the development team during the event.

Arthurian-inspired adventure

Tides of Annihilation blends fast-paced action with a Neo-Medieval vision of modern London. The story follows Gwendolyn after an Outworld invasion leaves the city in ruins.

Driven by a mission to save her sister, she travels between a shattered London and the mythical realm of Avalon. Along the way, she uncovers the mystery behind her newfound powers. She must also decide the fate of reality itself.

Eclipse Glow Games is developing Tides of Annihilation for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.

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Street Fighter 6 adds first Filipino fighter Yasmine to its roster

Eskrima fighter joins battle

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Street Fighter 6 has officially welcomed Yasmine, making history as the first Filipino martial artist to join the franchise’s playable roster. The new character is now available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2 as part of the game’s Year 4 content.

Yasmine practices Eskrima, having learned the Filipino martial art alongside her older brother under their grandfather’s guidance. She wields Karambit knives in battle and embarks on a journey to find her missing brother.

Players can access Yasmine by purchasing the Year 4 Character Pass or Year 4 Ultimate Pass. Her default outfit features traditional Eskrima-inspired combat attire, while a school uniform serves as her second costume. In combat, she specializes in fast, aggressive attacks that build toward an enhanced Bayani Mode.

Yasmine is the first of four Year 4 fighters, followed by Arjun, Tifa from the Final Fantasy VII Remake series, and Bosch. Her release also arrives alongside battle balance adjustments affecting the entire roster.

Onimusha crossover arrives this week

Capcom also announced a limited-time collaboration between Street Fighter 6 and Onimusha. Running from August 7 to August 31, 2026, the event introduces Oni EX character colors, themed Battle Hub decorations, avatar items, and additional rewards for players who log in during the event.

The update also adds new Avatar Arcade courses, additional ending scenes, a Frame Meter option for Avatar Random Match, and refreshed Master ACT rewards.

Philippine launch event set for August 9

Capcom will celebrate Yasmine’s debut with an official Philippine community launch event on Sunday, August 9, at Salud! by Primera Bar & Restaurant in Palanan, Makati. The event runs from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM and features a double-elimination tournament, gameplay showcases, giveaways, and community activities.

Attendees can also receive limited-edition Yasmine merchandise, including event T-shirts, lanyards, and collectible keychains while supplies last. Special guests and cosplayers are also scheduled to appear. Admission will be on a first-come, first-served basis and is subject to venue capacity.

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Gangstar Mirage City launches on August 20 with SEA localization

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Gangstar Mirage City is set for a full regional launch on August 20, with localization for the Southeast Asia region.

Published by Level Infinite, the free-to-play multiplayer, urban, open-world action game is available for download on iOS and Android.

The full regional release features an expanded open world, a new PvP Arena mode, and local languages.

In Gangstar Mirage City, players can team up for up to 4-man co-op heists, drive powerful vehicles, customize their arsenal, build an empire, and fight for control of Rooklyn City.

Players can register on gangstarmiragecity.com for in-game rewards.

In Southeast Asia, players can also register as a member of their respective local faction and get an exclusive in-game Avatar to represent their loyalty:

  • Philippines: Manila Brigade
  • Indonesia: War Kanda
  • Malaysia: Taiko Tedung
  • Thailand: SIAM APEX

Factions will be ranked based on how many players join and support them. The winning faction will enable all members to get 300 Diamonds, sent directly to their accounts.

Meanwhile, all players, including those who already began their journey in Rooklyn City with the soft launch last July, are invited to join the Global Vault Heist.

Reaching the final Registration Milestone will unlock the Full Tilt Vehicle Pack. These are the rewards up for grabs per milestone:

  • 5 million players: 100 Diamonds
  • 10 million players: 200 Diamonds
  • 20 million players: Vehicle Upgrade Vouchers x5
  • 30 million players: Full Tilt Vehicle Pack

All Global Vault Heist and Faction rewards can be claimed via the in-game mail system on August 20.

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