While I think most of us can really enjoy some in-depth video games that require concentration in not only gameplay but its narrative. There are times when it’s nice to sit back and enjoy a fun title that can be played in short bursts or at a more relaxed rate. With the upcoming year just around the corner, we decided to take a look at some upcoming video game titles that may be a perfect solution for some casual gameplay.
Take a look at our list down below and let us know what upcoming video game titles releasing in 2017 that you’re looking forward in playing most!
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Cuphead
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TjUPXAn2Rg
Developer: Studio MDHR
Publisher: Studio MDHR
Platforms: PC, XB1
Release Date: TBA 2017
Cuphead is an upcoming run and gun style platformer by development team Studio MDHR. The story revolves around a character known as Cuphead who loses a bet against the devil and in order to repay that debt, he must take out a series of bosses.
Really, Cuphead is gaining all kinds of attention online simply due to its design. Studio MDHR has developed Cuphead in order to look similar to a 1930s cartoon. The visuals look incredible and the gameplay seems relatively smooth though we won’t know until it releases at some point in 2017.
Yooka-Laylee
Developer: Playtonic Games
Publisher: Team17
Platforms: PC, PS4, XB1, Wii U
Release Date: TBA 2017
Development team Playtonic Games contains several former key staff members from studio Rare. As such, the team has opted to make a spiritual successor to one of their previous successful titles, Banjo-Kazooie. Releasing at some point during the first quarter of 2017 is Yooka-Laylee.
Much like Banjo-Kazooie, there will be plenty of items to collect during your platform adventure. Furthermore, similar to Banjo-Kazooie, there will be two main characters who must stop the evil Dr. Quak from stealing all the world literature and selling it for profit.
A Hat in Time
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4zbQh9dUEk
Developer: Gears for Breakfast
Publisher: Gears for Breakfast
Platforms: PC
Release Date: TBA 2017
Developers Gears for Breakfast is working at a platformer that resembles some of the more beloved platform titles released for the Nintendo 64. The upcoming release, A Hat in Time, will play out similarly to Super Mario 64 and Banjo-Kazooie, as there is a heavy emphasis on collecting missing pieces scattered through the game world.
In the overall story, players will take on the role of a young girl named Hat Kid. Hat Kid has the ability to interstellar travel, though during her way home she is intercepted by a Mafia group under control of the evil Mustache Girl.
Stranded, Hat Kid must collect her missing “time pieces” that have been scattered throughout the world before she is able to refuel her ship, but she will be racing against the clock as Mustache Girl and her goons are collecting them as well.
Sonic Mania
Developer: Headcannon, PagodaWest Games
Publisher: Sega
Platforms: PC, PS4, XB1
Release Date: Q2 2017
Sonic the Hedgehog is a staple video game character. Decades have passed and to this day, there are still new Sonic games being pumped out. While some of the more recent releases haven’t fetched the same fame and glory for Sega as the initial releases, there is one title that is really becoming hyped up.
Sonic Mania is an upcoming side-scrolling platformer that fans of the original Sonic the Hedgehog titles are eager to get their hands on. This upcoming title will return to the original gameplay and visual art styles.
Crash Bandicoot Remastered Collection
Developer: Vicarious Visions
Publisher: Activision
Platforms: PS4
Release Date: TBA 2017
You’re likely fully aware of the video game franchise Crash Bandicoot, which got its start on the original Sony PlayStation. Now, decades later, the video game franchise is receiving a proper remastered collection.
Releasing exclusively on the PlayStation 4, Crash Bandicoot Remastered Collection will include Crash Bandicoot, Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back, and lastly, Crash Bandicoot: Warped.
In The Shadows
Developer: Colorspace Studio
Publisher: Colorspace Studio
Platforms: PC, PS4, XB1
Release Date: TBA 2017
In The Shadows is a survival, puzzle, platformer type video game. Within the video game, players take on the role of a man who uses therapy to remember his childhood memories, only for them to bring out some troubling fears. In order to unlock these suppressed memories, players will have to confront these fears head on.
Within the game world, monsters lurk within the dark, leaving players to maneuver around areas that are untapped by light. However, our protagonist is able to defeat these creatures of the dark by bringing out a light source. Once light hits the enemy monsters, players are able to successfully turn them into objects that may help them reach new heights. This will come in handy, as In The Shadows also features collectible items throughout the game in order to open new hidden levels and secrets.
Against The Wall
Developer: Michael P. Consoli
Publisher: Cartwheel Games
Platforms: PC
Release Date: TBA 2017
Against The Wall has been in development for a number of years now. The video first popped up on Kickstarter where the campaign raised over $8,000 to help with the development cost. Michael P. Consoli, the developer behind this unique puzzle title, has been sharing his updates through social media assuring fans that this project has not been killed off.
Within Against The Wall, players will traverse up an infinite wall made of various size bricks. It’s your goal to reach new heights and discover the different buildings and landscapes attached above. Your only means to travel up the wall is by using a device that will allow these various size bricks to pull out of the wall, giving players the ability to create platforms and ledges.
This is a unique fun puzzler and there’s an early development demo build for download on the official Against The Wall website. We recommend giving the demo build a try while we wait for the official release.
Scale
Developer: Cube Heart Games, LLC
Publisher: Cube Heart Games, LLC
Platforms: PC
Release Date: TBA 2017
Scale first popped up on Kickstarter where this unique puzzle title managed to receive over $108,000 for development. Overall, the game focuses on sizes and gives the players a device that will allow them to scale anything and everything bigger or smaller.
This means throughout the game, players can change the size of a tree, wall, an enemy, cloud, to even the levels. For the most part, it seems that the video game is more open world allowing players to freely explore and discover secrets hidden away within the game.
As for the overall story, players will be taking on the role of a young physics savant Penny Prince who found herself in prison under the conviction of 9,322,591 counts of Depraved Heart Murder for accidentally destroying the entire east coast. Using an old cellphone found within a recycling bin in prison, Penny creates a device that would allow her the ability to shrink or enlarge objects. Using this device, players break free from prison and attempt to regain their freedom.
Gang Beasts
Developer: Boneloaf
Publisher: Double Fine Presents
Platforms: PC, PS4
Release Date: TBA 2017
Gang Beasts have already been played and shared online since 2014, thanks to the early access title, however, the full release is expected to launch in 2017. The video game is a local multiplayer beat ‘em up and a perfect one to enjoy as a party game.
Players will take the role of a colored humanoid figurine and battle against friends in a series of hazardous environments. Gameplay is easy to master and a bit more relaxed compared to other fighting titles such as the upcoming Tekken 7. If you have yet to enjoy the early access version of this game, do yourself a favor and mark down Gang Beasts as a title to watch for in 2017.
Brawlout
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97BDoEMyuks
Developer: Angry Mob Games
Publisher: Angry Mob Games
Platforms: PC, PS4, XB1
Release Date: TBA 2017
Brawlout is an upcoming platform fighting title that plays out similar to the Super Smash Bros. series. The video game allows players to choose from a series of animal characters, each with their own unique abilities.
Again, much like the Super Smash Bros. series, players are tasked with battling friends on a small stage platform while attempting to score points by knocking the opposing players off the stage entirely.
Splatoon
Developer: Nintendo EAD
Publisher: Nintendo
Platforms: Wii U, Nintendo Switch
Release Date: TBA 2017 (Nintendo Switch)
This might be a bit of a stretch for this list, but Splatoon was one of our favorite Nintendo Wii U games to have released. With the Nintendo Switch releasing in 2017 and the game being heavily featured within the console reveal trailer, it’s likely that the Nintendo Switch will receive either a port of Splatoon or a completely new entry.
With the game heavily focused on team gameplay, we can’t wait to flood the city landscapes with our team colors once again. Splatoon was a great party game for all ages and we’re curious to see just how the gameplay mechanics will handle when and if the video game releases on the Nintendo Switch.
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