Many games have been released this year that can delight young and older video gamers. These adventures could be just the right Christmas present.
In the run-up to Christmas, finding the ideal gaming gift can be surprisingly straightforward. The gaming year 2024 shines with a rich selection of titles that can delight both newcomers and experienced players – from foggy streets to sunny island paradises.
“Mario & Luigi: Brotherhood”
The legendary Nintendo characters Mario and Luigi have enchanted generations of gamers for almost four decades. Your latest adventure “Mario & Luigi: Brothership” (Nintendo Switch) takes you to maritime realms. The iconic brothers travel to mysterious islands by ship, although this time the focus is not on classic platform passages, but on clashes with mushrooms and hammers. The charming role-playing game offers humorous interludes and a reunion with popular characters such as Princess Peach, who will appear in “Princess Peach: Showtime!” in 2024. shines for the first time as the protagonist of her own game on the Nintendo Switch.
“The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom”
After almost 40 years of series history, Princess Zelda gets her own adventure with “The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom”. In a surprising twist, this time she has to rescue Link from trouble. Instead of classic weapons, Zelda uses magical incantations, which means the game invites you to come up with creative solutions and regularly provides “aha” experiences.
“AstroBot”
The gaming community is enthusiastic about “Astro Bot” (PlayStation 5). The cute robot navigates through imaginative levels full of gaming references and, above all, impresses with its pure gaming pleasure. While younger players master the varied challenges, older players discover numerous nostalgic references. With an impressive 94 percent, “Astro Bot” currently leads the annual best list of the rating portal “Metacritic”.
“Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth”
Swap the winter cold for a Hawaiian holiday atmosphere? “Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth” (PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One) makes it possible. The ex-yakuza Ichiban and Kiryu leave Japan for Hawaii, where they have to deal with a religious cult and the local gang of gangsters, led by “Machete” actor Danny Trejo (80). In addition to the emotional main plot, there are bizarre adventures like a fist fight against a shark.
“Silent Hill 2”
While festive lights shine, adult players can also immerse themselves in dark worlds. The remake of “Silent Hill 2” (PC, PlayStation 5) introduces a new generation to the horror classic. The story follows James Sunderland to the mysterious town of Silent Hill, where he hopes to find his late wife. One of the most atmospheric horror experiences of the year unfolds between fog-shrouded streets and eerie creatures.
“The Bold Squire”
“The Plucky Squire” (PC, Nintendo Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X/S) – internationally known as “The Plucky Squire” – combines playful innovation with a lot of imagination. One moment the game takes place in an open book and the next the character hops out and jumps around the child's room. Fun for the whole family as they fly over desks with jetpacks or fight dragons in the forest.
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