In the constantly chaotic world of video games, it is easy to lose track of what will be the hottest titles on release, especially in a time where there are simply so many to choose from. Let's take a look at some of the big titles that are going to be making waves in the coming months.
Gears of War 2
Marcus Fenix and crew return in the eagerly anticipated sequel to the massively popular Gears of War. The adventure continues with our heroes utilizing bigger and better weaponry, fighting it out in breathtakingly detailed environs. Take the battle online with Xbox's unparalleled Live Network introducing new modes, maps and weaponry. Excitement regarding the return of the Xbox 360 powerhouse game has reached fever pitch ahead of its November 7th release!
Dead Space
Teaser snippets and leaked info on this space survivor have got fans looking forward to a new breed of horror gaming. As with the best from this genre, you play an everyman hero stranded aboard a space vessel, struggling to combat the lurking terrors with what little equipment you can scrape together. Early reviews have been glowing, putting the scare factor of this title on par with the notorious Silent Hill series. Apparently banned in some countries, this game promises to take you to the extreme!
Little Big Planet
This strange offering on the PS3 is actually being touted as one of the most innovative games of all time. Seemingly a simple platformer, this game actually draws its appeal from massive online capabilities, allowing players to create their own character and environments and share them with other players around the world. It's fun, looks cute and promises to keep players hooked with endless possibilities.
Tomb Raider Underworld
The first lady of gaming returns in November, with Lara Croft's next generation debut already looking better than ever. Continuing the story arc that began with Tomb Raider Legend, Lara is on the trail of Thor's mystical hammer, leaving no cave unturned in her pursuit. Crystal Dynamics promise us environments on a scale never seen before, and Lara has been developed further to be more realistic and potent than ever!
Final Fantasy XIII
Oh c'mon, I had to throw this one in. It's probably still more than a year away, but the next installment of the world conquering franchise is keeping fans hooked with trailers and info leaked at the notoriously teasing rate. What we've seen so far looks unsurprisingly excellent, and the mere concept of Final Fantasy coming to the Next Gen consoles promises a gaming experience unlike any other.
Rich is a gaming expert who writes for the pop culture/memorabilia site Starstore.com and its blogs, covering the latest and greatest in film, video games, TV, music and comics merchandise and collectibles. |
