PC gamers have been thrilled to see more and more console-exclusive titles making their entrance onto platforms like Steam and other launchers. This shift is delightful for those who have long felt left out for not owning a console. The distinction between console and PC gaming is becoming increasingly blurred, largely due to Microsoft’s initiative to bring its incredible library to both platforms. The introduction of PC Game Pass has made gaming even more appealing, with series once deemed locked to consoles now finding their way to PC, even if there’s a bit of a wait involved.
PC users have much to look forward to in the remainder of 2024 and beyond. With exciting ports, promising indie games, and blockbuster AAA titles preparing to make a splash, the future looks luminous, especially if you’re equipped with a high-end setup. Here’s a peek at the titles you can anticipate on PC by the year’s end, alongside some that don’t yet have firm release dates.
Determining the best PC games for 2024 is an intriguing endeavor. What can we expect in 2025 and beyond? Note that the focus here is on the North American release dates.
Updated November 28, 2024, by Mark Sammut: In recent weeks, several new titles have been added to the upcoming PC games lineup: Railroads Online, Among Ashes, Road Maintenance Simulator 2 – Winter Services, Winning Post 10 2025, Hunting Simulator 3, Beat the Machine: Rebooted, Ever 17 – The Out of Infinity, Maliki: Poison Of The Past, Never 7 – The End of Infinity, Spindle, Black Dragon Mage, Slopecrashers, Mythwrecked: Ambrosia Island, Ark Nova, Dungeon Done, Ripple In Dirac Sea, Archons, Tower of Mask, Bat to the Heavens, NoseBound, Undead West, VOIN.
As we delve into November 2024, we find a blend of niche selections and well-known franchises. This month has games like Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, Farming Simulator 25, and Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake. Each is significant in its way, appealing to different types of gamers. Square Enix is also preparing a two-part Dragon Quest remake, with the first installment already out.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chernobyl, despite being initially slated for September, slipped to a November release due to a demanding development process, which has resulted in a rather unfinished launch but with plenty of strong points. Meanwhile, LEGO Horizon Adventures offers a fun, family-friendly alternative.
Listed below are some of the notable game releases for November and December 2024, including big names like Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, and Marvel Rivals, along with a plethora of indie games waiting to be explored.
(November Game Release List…)
As we look ahead to December, some big names stand out. Marvel Rivals is anticipated to be a groundbreaking multiplayer experience, potentially redefining the hero shooter genre. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is promising, with MachineGames’ strong history backing it up. The remastered collection of Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver and the new JRPG Fairy Tail 2 are also worth keeping an eye on.
(December Game Release List…)
For 2024, while many months are already taking shape, surprises could still emerge toward the year’s end. Though consoles usually command the spotlight, PC gaming is undeniably at its zenith, promising unexpected releases and indie hits that could soar in popularity.
(Undated 2024 Games List…)
Beyond 2025, gamers can look forward to major releases like Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 and Sniper Elite: Resistance. Hype is brewing for games without fixed release dates, including new installments in popular franchises such as Tomb Raider and Grand Theft Auto.
Game development is a marathon, not a sprint, when it comes to some highly anticipated titles, so while we wait, it’s always exciting to speculate where the future of PC gaming lies, with its mix of known releases and mysterious rumors bubbling just beneath the surface.
