3. S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl – November 20
There’s a new S.T.A.L.K.E.R. game coming out! The original S.T.A.L.K.E.R. came out in 2007, but was recently released on modern consoles, along with its two sequel expansions. This Ukrainian-developed full sequel has been in development for a long time, but has had lots of setbacks, including Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is a survival horror game, with first person shooter gameplay. There’s a focus on narrative, which will be a nice change of pace for modern shooter fans. S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl will be available for Xbox Series X/S and PC. Any long-awaited sequel to a successful game is well-deserving of a spot on lists like the Top 5 Video Games Arriving in November 2024.
2. Dragon Quest III: HD-2D Remake – November 14
The Dragon Quest franchise has finally risen to mainstream popularity in the West. In Japan, Dragon Quest III is arguably the most beloved game of all time, with game release days having to be changed due to the chaos surrounding its NES release in 1988. This Dragon Quest III: HD-2D Remake will feature visuals based on the Octopath Traveler games. There are tons of new features and gameplay expansions being added, that really makes this much more than a remaster. Aside from the story, and base gameplay, there won’t be much in common with the original game. If you’ve never tried a classic Dragon Quest game before, this will be the best choice to start for most players. Dragon Quest III: HD-2D will be available for all consoles and PC. This could’ve easily been the #1 game on the Top 5 Video Games Arriving in November 2024, but…
1. Mario & Luigi: Brothership – November 7
Mario & Luigi: Brothership is November 2024’s major Nintendo release. It’s the sixth game in the Mario & Luigi series, which hasn’t seen an entry since the 3DS! The Mario & Luigi games are JRPGs, with timed attack and defense gameplay. They’re the spiritual successors to Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars, which splintered into the Mario & Luigi and Paper Mario series. The race for the top spot on the Top 5 Video Games Arriving in November 2024 was tight, but Nintendo’s popularity edged Mario & Luigi: Brothership to #1. The game will be a Switch exclusive.
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