There are showcases and game announcements dropping left, right, and centre at the moment. Today, we’re looking at Ubisoft Forward 2024.
Hooo boy, have we had some great announcements! Simply spoiled. Get your wishlists at the ready!
Our Highlights
In this article, we’re going over our highlights from the showcase, but the full Ubisoft Forward 2024 presentation was two hours of game reveals, trailers, and deep dives. If you missed it, it is well worth the watch. There are live orchestral performances, behind the scenes videos, and even some hidden easter egg reveals!
Assassin’s Creed Shadows
It may not be news that Assassin’s Creed Shadows is coming, but the gameplay reveal has us even more excited for November 17th. The atmospheric music and stunning backdrop transport you instantly into the feudal Japan setting. While gameplay and mission format feel familiar – talk to NPC, get a quest, assassinate – it’s an exciting new world to explore. Best yet, YOU CAN PET THE DOG. (Yes, that warrants all-caps excitement.)
We’ve taken a deeper look at the upcoming Assassin’s Creed Shadows in its own blog.
Star Wars Outlaws
Star Wars Outlaws will be on our gaming PCs before we know it, launching on August 30th. The official gameplay showcase has us hyped. From exploring much loved locations to playing mini-games and just living our best Star Wars lives, we’re looking forward to getting a firsthand experience of the galaxy. Also, can I just say? The soundtrack! It is on point. All space travel should be set to epic orchestral music.
In partnership with Intel, we have a Star Wars Outlaw bundle still available on 14th Gen products. You have ‘til July 31st to buy a qualifying product!
Prince of Persia
There were a few announcements for the Prince of Persia franchise. The two that caught our eyes were the upcoming DLC for The Lost Crown and the trailer for the long-awaited Sands of Time Remake.
The Lost Crown DLC
Prince of Persia The Lost Crown has brought much joy to the gaming community, receiving many accolades upon release. Now, it’s getting a free content update, with divine trials, combat challenges, revised bosses, and all sorts of challenges to master. On top of all this, a story DLC called Mask of Darkness is coming September 2024. Exciting stuff!
The Sands of Time
The teaser trailer did not reveal very much at all, but it has given us a launch window. 2026. After delays and patiently waiting, it’s great to have this classic back on the horizon! Plus, those cinematic graphics – this is going to be a stunning remaster.
Anno 117: Pax Romana
My fellow Romans! We are looking forward to seeing the Anno take on the iconic Roman Empire. The trailer only really teases a 2025 launch date with a sprinkling of goats, but the listing on EPIC Games promises an adventure as governor where your decisions will guide your citizens through the era of Pax Romana.
Just Dance VR
This last one is for the VR fans out there. Just Dance VR is coming to Meta Quest 3, bringing the gameplay we know and love to the virtual reality platform. A great way to add movement to your gaming if we ever saw one! Plus, with multiplayer support, this’ll make a fab party game in the coming holiday season. (I know, I know, it’s summer and you’re not thinking about that yet.) What’s more, Just Dance VR is coming sooner than you think, releasing on October 15th!
Time For an Upgrade?
Is your gaming PC ready for these games? If it’s seen better days, then you might be in need of something new and shiny! At Overclockers UK, we have an extensive collection of pre-built and configurable gaming PCs just waiting to make a home in your gaming set up. We’ve picked out one from our Refract range here which we think will be great for any of these upcoming games, but if it’s your vibe then you can explore our full selection!
Refract Gaming Azure Pre-Built PC
- Pre-built PC – fully tested and ready to plug in and play!
- AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti GPU
- 32GB DDR5 RAM and SSD storage
- Covered by our three years parts and labour warranty
ICYMI, we did a round-up of Summer Games Fest and the Xbox Showcase, too!
What Were Your Highlights?
With so many great announcements, we couldn’t possibly cover them all. Did we miss the game you’re most hyped for? Let us know in the comments below!
PC specs are subject to change.
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Emily Haylock
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Emily is a board and cosy gamer, keyboard obsessive, and content copywriter for Overclockers UK. She has been with Overclockers UK since 2020, writing about everything from noblechairs to 8Pack PCs. She writes from within her desk nest with a foster pup at her feet. (What, a desk duvet is a totally normal thing!) In her downtime, she likes to play board games, farming sims, and old-school Final Fantasy. IX to be specific. It is the best, and that is a hill she will die on.
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